The author of a report into treatment at state Native American schools is accusing Michigan of trying to ‘whitewash’ history. Tribes are worried nothing will come of the inquiry.
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Hundreds of Michigan districts and schools reject safety and mental health funding
Michigan districts that agreed to conditions said they need the state funding for their safety and mental health initiatives
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MSU to offer AI studies across all majors amid push for digital-ready workforce
Plans are underway to integrate AI in every major area of study, starting with a foundational course this fall.
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Report: Michigan churns through teachers at unsustainable rate
Michigan schools continue to struggle to find special education, world languages, arts and science teachers.
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Advocates ask the Detroit school district to add Eid al-Fitr back to its calendar
Muslim students say they often must choose between religious observance and school obligations.
Posted inEducation, Michigan Government
Michigan nears school cellphone ban. What to know
Michigan House OK’s ban on using smartphones in public and charter schools across the state. Students could still carry ‘dumb’ phones without access to TikTok.
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7,000 Detroit high schoolers were paid for their attendance last year
High schoolers have a chance to earn up to $1,000 in attendance incentives again starting this week.
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Buses, safety: Students at Pershing High tell Mayor Sheffield how she can help
The stop at the Detroit Public Schools Community District’s neighborhood school reflected her campaign promise to focus her term on initiatives that will improve the lives of young people.
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Michigan education issues to watch in 2026
There’s been growing alarm over Michigan student performance on state and national exams. Can gubernatorial candidates offer solutions in 2026?
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6 things to watch in Detroit education in 2026
Chronic absenteeism, protections for immigrant students and efforts to raise literacy rates are likely to be among the top Detroit education issues next year.