Students, educators say cultural competency is key as Minnesota considers new teacher requirements

Landon Nelson knows which teachers approve of their LGBTQ students' sexual orientation and which ones don't.

The 15-year-old Annandale High School sophomore says he feels comfortable and more easily engaged in his art, English and Spanish classes.

"Anytime I'm in their class, I feel like I can talk to them," Landon said.

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