Stories tagged: "private schools"

Education The Michigan Supreme Court will decide if Snyder-era funds can be devoted to private schools, going against the state constitution.
Education Battle Over Private Schools Receiving Millions in Public Aid Heads to State Supreme Court

The funds were set aside during Gov. Rick Snyder’s administration, but the Michigan Constitution doesn’t allow public funding for private schools.

Associated Press Associated Press November 11, 2020 10:45 am EST
Education Photo via Rep. Ryan Berman
Education Educators: Stop Using the Pandemic as an Excuse to Privatize Schools

One back-to-school proposal supported by Michigan Republicans like state Reps. Greg Markkanen and Ryan Berman would bring privatization to distance learning, leaving teachers in the lurch.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel August 13, 2020 6:07 pm EDT
Education Betsy DeVos
Education Betsy DeVos Sends Coronavirus Money to Private Schools, Including One That Says It Is Not a Cult

Of the coronavirus relief money spent on education by Secretary DeVos to date, $50 million has gone to theological schools and seminaries. $500 million has gone to private schools overall.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel June 3, 2020 2:13 pm EDT

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