A new online database is keeping track of more than 5,400 infrastructure projects underway in Michigan as a result of investments from President Joe Biden’s administration. MICHIGAN—Since President Joe Biden took office, more than 5,400 infrastructure projects have...
BY KATIE O’BRIEN KELLEY, MICHIGAN ADVANCE MICHIGAN—Speakers highlighted the impact of the student loan repayment program on Michigan teachers at a Wednesday Senate Appropriations Pre K-12 Subcommittee meeting. Providing additional funding to the “opportunity...
The state Senate approved two bills that are designed to identify Michigan children who show signs of dyslexia—and then provide them with the help they need to achieve literacy. MICHIGAN—Two bills working their way through the state Legislature this month aim to...
BY JON KING, MICHIGAN ADVANCE MICHIGAN—A package of bills designed to enhance school safety got their first hearing on Tuesday from the Michigan House Education Committee. Chaired by Rep. Matt Koleszar (D-Plymouth), the hearing came just a week after the committee...
How a state program is helping get books into the hands of Michigan students. Children who have access to reading materials have shown improvements in critical thinking skills, reading comprehension, and enhanced understanding and empathy, according to reports from...