Mark Perry’s federal complaints target scholarships, programs, other opportunities only for women and students of color nationwide. Allies say he’s a civil-rights fighter. Foes say he’s weaponized the government and hurts progress.
Talent & Education
To prosper, Michigan must be a more educated place. Bridge will explore the challenges in education and identify policies and initiatives that address them.
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Michigan’s island schools desperate for teachers. Is building homes the answer?
As the school year nears, some schools face a familiar dread: Tourism has spiked housing prices higher than most teachers can afford. Now, some want to allow districts to use tax dollars to build teacher housing.
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Voters approve just over half of Michigan school bond proposals
Twelve school districts asked voters Tuesday to approve taxes to pay for school projects. In the end, only seven districts got their proposals passed.
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Chronic absenteeism a big challenge for Detroit mayoral contenders
Mary Sheffield and Solomon Kinloch were the top two vote-getters in Detroit’s mayoral primary election Tuesday. They will go on to compete in the general election in November.
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Screen time causing eye problems for Michigan kids. Could more recess help?
New research links screen time to child eyesight problems, adding fuel to a push to encourage more recess — and ban cell phones — in Michigan schools.
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More than 50% of Detroit students regularly miss class — and schools alone can’t solve the problem
Detroit’s chronic absenteeism rate is much higher than other major cities – even others with high absenteeism rates such as Milwaukee or Philadelphia. This is related to the depth of social and economic inequalities that Detroit families face.
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Michigan wants more college grads. Can boosting spending for dual enrollment help?
Michigan is on a campaign to increase graduation rates, but ranks near the bottom in high school students who take college classes. Some lawmakers want to increase funding, but the effort could face long odds.
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Report: Give governor more control to improve Michigan schools, test scores
The state paid $500,000 for a report on how to improve Michigan schools. Not all are thrilled with the recommendations.
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Michigan Democrats, Republicans swap blame on schools after Bridge report
Michigan’s reading scores have dropped to crisis levels in the past 10 years. Republicans blame Democrats for repealing reforms; Democrats say their new strategies need time to work.
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Feds investigating U-M, WMU over scholarships for 'Dreamers,' minorities
Civil rights probes of scholarships for undocumented and minority students are the latest in the Trump administration’s targeting of public universities.