Stories tagged: "Teachers"

Education Graphic by Desiree Tapia
Education Q&A: A Former Special Ed Parapro Talks About Public Schools

As part of an ongoing Q&A series about public education, we spoke to Christian Alvarado, an education organizer and former special education parapro.

Keya Vakil Keya Vakil May 18, 2022 2:49 pm EDT
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Education Q&A: A Hastings Mom’s Take on Public Schools

Only 24% of parents believe they have too little say over what is taught and nearly 9 in 10 parents believe their child’s teacher has done the best they could during the pandemic.

Keya Vakil Keya Vakil May 11, 2022 12:31 pm EDT
Economy Two MDOT employees survey the damage on one of two North M-30 bridges on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 in Edenville Township north of Midland. After two days of heavy rain, the Edenville Dam failed and flood waters rushed south, ravaging the landscapre in its path. (Jake May/The Flint Journal, MLive.com via AP)
Economy 7 Projects to Get Excited About in Gov. Whitmer’s Proposed Budget for Michigan

The budget proposal comes on the wings of a large surplus. With that money, bold new programs could bring teachers to Michigan and prevent floods.

Isaac Constans Isaac Constans February 9, 2022 5:55 pm EST
Local Hats crocheted by Kimberly Stevenson for her kindergarten classroom at Michigamme Elementary in Port Huron, MI. (Photo courtesy Kimberly Stevenson.)
Local Crocheting Kindness: The Meaning Behind a Michigan Kindergarten Classroom’s Special Christmas

Michigan teachers often go the extra mile to improve their classrooms. Here’s how one used crochet to expand her family for the holidays.

Lisa Green Lisa Green December 13, 2021 10:38 am EST
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Education Rep. Darrin Camilleri’s Work as a Teacher Informs His Plan to Bring Back School Libraries

Despite studies showing their importance, school librarians and libraries are largely a thing of the past in Michigan. This state Rep. is working to change that.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel May 4, 2021 9:32 am EDT

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Vaccine News Thousands of doses of COVID vaccine are now available to Michigan teachers and students as the state enters Phase 1B of the rollout plan.
Vaccine News Michigan Teachers Are Now Eligible for COVID Vaccine

Phase 1B of the state’s vaccination rollout began on Monday. Here’s what local educators and their families are saying about their eligibility.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain January 12, 2021 4:30 pm EST
Vaccine News Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants classrooms reopened by March 1, but COVID vaccinations could make all the difference for school staff and students.
Vaccine News Michigan’s March Deadline to Resume Classroom Instruction Sets Off Race for Vaccination

Parents are eager to get kids back in the classroom, and vaccinations could make the transition safer for everyone.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel January 12, 2021 11:38 am EST