The sit-down with McMahon was part of the education secretary’s nationwide “Returning Education to the States Tour.”
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Detroit school district plans to authorize charter school designed to engage struggling youth
The charter will be designed to support kids experiencing homelessness and those with interactions with the justice system.
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Michigan may lose millions as universities see drop in international students
Michigan colleges and universities expecting a significant drop in international students due to Trump administration policies, potentially leading to a $230 million financial impact on the state.
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Michigan introduces new requirements for teaching English learners as federal support is rolled back
The Trump administration rescinded federal guidance on legal protections for English learners. Michigan will have a new oversight.
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Detroit school district reaches 11-year high in third grade reading proficiency on state assessments
The district has shown steady incremental improvement compared to before the pandemic, while the state struggles to get back to pre-COVID proficiency rates.
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Dearborn superintendent Glenn Maleyko selected as Michigan’s state superintendent
The selection of Glenn Maleyko as the next state superintendent in Michigan is pending contract negotiations. He is expected to begin the job by Oct. 4.
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First day excitement as metro Detroit students return to school
Monday was the first day of school in the Detroit Public Schools Community District and many other school districts across Michigan.
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Survey: 1-in-10 Michigan districts cut class staff for new school year
The downsizing comes as federal funding expires and amid uncertainty over a state budget.
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Here’s what Chalkbeat is watching as the new school year begins in Detroit
Budget uncertainty has school leaders worried about finances.
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The Detroit school district is ramping up enrollment and student retention efforts. Will it pay off?
Though initial enrollment numbers are up, officials say, the full impact of the district’s efforts won’t be known until the end of the 2025-26 school year.