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Detroit school board candidates draw nearly $230K in campaign donations so far
Donations reported by the pre-election filing deadline on Oct. 25 show the 22-candidate race for three at-large seats on the Detroit Public Schools Community District board are on track to exceed the last election cycle’s fundraising.
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Here’s what DPSCD candidates would prioritize if elected
There are 22 candidates running for three seats on the Detroit school board in what could be a pivotal race for the district.
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What would Michigan’s proposed cellphone ban bill mean for students?
A bill introduced last month would create a statewide ban on using devices in class for all Michigan students.
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Hundreds of DPSCD students could get $2,000 for attending literacy tutoring
Every DPSCD high school will offer the tutoring. At locations with more demand than available slots, preference will be given to students with lower literacy scores on the PSAT and SAT.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Education
I’m a Detroit college student who uses a wheelchair. Here’s how I’m navigating campus life
Torrance Johnson is a college freshman at Wayne State University pursuing a career in music production and writing.
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DPSCD board candidates tackle chronic absenteeism
Chalkbeat and its media partners held an Oct. 15 forum at the Eastside Community Network to give residents a chance to hear from the candidates who want one of three four-year seats on the board.
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Detroit school officials: Proposal S on November ballot is crucial for DPSCD’s future
The proposal would increase the millage rate business owners and other non-homestead property owners in the city pay to support schools.
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Michigan State Board of Education candidates answer questions on key issues
The eight candidates running in the Nov. 5 election have vastly different priorities for Michigan public education, unique perspectives on the challenges schools are facing, and varying views on how the state is performing.
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Detroit charter students make gains on M-STEP, but lag pre-pandemic results
On Michigan’s standardized tests, Detroit charter students show some gains in comparison to previous years. But they’re still struggling to return to pre-pandemic numbers.