Michigan officials said schools would be on hook for $40 million after the federal government halted COVID-19 payments. While uncertainty remains, the total is less than half that.
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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As Michigan fights chronic absenteeism, could employers hold the key?
Less focus has been paid to the role employers can play in the fight to improve attendance.
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Michigan education officials cry foul after US abruptly cuts off COVID funds
US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon is telling states that the time to spend COVID relief funds is over. More than 25 Michigan districts could be on the hook for a combined $42 million in spending.
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Michigan community colleges want to lure male students. Bass fishing anyone?
Despite efforts in recent years to increase tuition-free access to higher education, women outnumber men at the state’s community colleges, universities and — most visibly — in the Michigan Reconnect Program.
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U-M halts DEI plans as Trump administration takes aim at diversity efforts
President Donald Trump has made clear he does not support diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. The University of Michigan just reversed its DEI stance.
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Trump orders end to Department of Education. What it means for Michigan
President Donald Trump is taking steps to further shrink the Department of Education’s influence in education.
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Michigan school buildings will need $23 billion in repairs and upgrades
Many Michigan schools were built before 1970, a new report shows. How can districts cover the costs to get schools up to health and safety standards?
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Michigan districts brace for cuts, as number of needy students falls
The number of students considered ‘economically disadvantaged’ students in Michigan fell 7.5% this year. That means millions less for schools, even if the finances of the students’ families haven’t necessarily changed.
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How many high school grads in your district went to college? Use this database
A smaller share of Michigan high school graduates are choosing to attend college after graduation than before the pandemic. How did your district fare? Use our database.
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Michigan spent millions lowering college costs. Enrollment has barely budged
Last year, Michigan invested well over $100 million in student scholarships. Even so, the rate of high school grads going to college is still below pre-pandemic levels.