Minnesota's shortage of teachers may be more far-reaching than earlier forecasts have indicated, according to a new survey by Education Minnesota, the statewide educators organization.

The poll of Minnesota school superintendents, taken last month, shows only one in seven consider their districts in 'good shape' for filling teacher vacancies. More than one-quarter say they face a major problem filling vacancies, while more than one-half say they face minor problems.

The shortage includes not only areas such as math and science, but also areas that traditionally have had a surplus of teachers: elementary education and language arts.

Education Minnesota Co-Presidents Judy Schaubach and Sandra Peterson announced the results of the survey at a news conference Thursday.

Read the complete Education Minnesota news release on the survey.