Early educators will be watching closely for details in Whitmer’s preschool proposal in a budget presentation next week
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Gretchen Whitmer wants free preschool for all. But is Michigan ready?
Universal pre-K is good for kids and the economy. But it’s expensive and the state faces several hurdles, including teacher shortages and a lack of transportation options for the 4-year-olds.
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Can more cash transform Michigan’s middling schools? We may find out soon
A once-in-a-generation influx of money is allowing education advocates to debate reforms to a school system that has underperformed for decades.
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Michigan Senate panel removes flunking from third grade reading law
Democratic lawmakers are moving quickly to remove the part of the state’s third grade reading law that requires students a year or more behind to repeat the grade. The bill passed out of a Senate committee Tuesday.
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State of the State: Whitmer pushing for 1:1 tutoring as Michigan students struggle
Tutoring is on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s mind as she prepares for Wednesday’s State of the State address. She sees 1:1 tutoring as key to academic recovery.
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What is a Michigan charter school?
Thirty years after the law was passed, the definition remains unclear. Here’s a guide to understanding them better.
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New board members, a teacher reinstatement, and more at Detroit’s January school board meeting
The board welcomed newly elected and returning members, while community members spoke out about a current name change discussion.
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Detroit high school pivots to online learning following flood damage
Extensive repairs and restoration at Southeastern High School are expected to take nearly two months
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Michigan students are struggling. A new report calls for fair funding to reverse slide.
Under a proposed school funding system, districts would receive between 35% and 100% more in state funding for students from low-income homes.
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More options for cheaper college if Michigan students fill out free form
Many high school students are choosing to forgo college, even as the state is rolling out scholarship and free-tuition programs to make higher education more affordable. Filling out a free financial aid form is the best way to determine the true cost of college.