5 ways Project 2025 would hurt Michigan’s public schools
Project 2025 would lead to sweeping changes for the nation’s public schools. Michigan is no exception.
Oct
2024
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EDUCATION
Oct
2024
17
Concerns over school quality and funding dominate Michigan Board of Education election
Two seats are up for grabs in November on the Michigan Board of Education, which provides leadership and supervision over education in the state.
Oct
2024
11
Whitmer signs off on additional funding for schools and support for students with dyslexia
Legislation signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will provide public schools with additional funding, as well as ensure students are screened for dyslexia.
Oct
2024
8
Supplemental student mental health and safety budget headed for votes in Michigan Legislature
A supplemental state school budget that would restore about half of the money that was previously cut from grants for student mental health and school safety is headed for a vote in the Michigan legislature.
Oct
2024
7
Science of reading bills set to become law in Michigan after long struggle
After years of failed attempts, bills to require Michigan schools to use the science of reading in early literacy instruction are likely to become law.
Sep
2024
27
Michigan House Dems finalize 3% teacher retirement tax cut
Legislation to permanently end a 3% tax many public school teachers pay into a health care fund for their retirement is on its way to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for her signature.
Sep
2024
27
An after-school program in Southwest Michigan is shining a ‘light’ on the mental health of students
After tragically losing his younger brother to suicide, this Michigander says he and his family are ‘making beauty from broken’ by teaming up with the Van Buren Intermediate School District to provide a free after-school program for local students—and it’s music to the rural community’s ears.
Sep
2024
18
Michigan Senate passes school retirement system reforms
Legislation to permanently eliminate the 3% tax some public school teachers pay into a health care fund for retirement passed through the Michigan Senate along party lines Tuesday.
Sep
2024
6
Here’s what Michigan has done to address the epidemic of school shootings
Students across the US are begging their legislators for ways to reduce gun violence at schools—Michigan lawmakers are listening.
Sep
2024
5
Gwen Walz rallies Michigan teachers for Kamala Harris at Grand Rapids brewery
Gwen Walz and several dozen educators from across West Michigan turned out to a brewery in Grand Rapids to show support for Vice President Kamala Harris.
