The Trump administration rescinded federal guidance on legal protections for English learners. Michigan will have a new oversight.
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.
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.
New state superintendent needs to move from Canada to Michigan
Dearborn schools Superintendent Glenn Maleyko plans to move to Lansing area from his home in Canada for new post.
Tugboat crewmembers sorely needed in Michigan, US. Can Trump push help?
The Great Lakes Maritime Academy in Traverse City is hopeful a push from President Donald Trump to revive the American maritime industry can help fill entry-level positions on tugboats and barges in the Great Lakes.
See how your local Michigan school district did in the 2025 M-STEP
How did your local school district do on the latest state test? Use our tool to find out.
Legal battle erupts between Michigan school librarian, activist parent
School librarian says the heart of her legal action is about behavior rather than attempts to ban library books. The dispute has been going on for five years, according to a court filing.
M-STEP results: Third grade English language arts reaches new low
New state test scores show that less than 60% of third graders are proficient in English language arts. Meanwhile, leaders are investing millions in teacher training, new curriculum and literacy coaches.
Dearborn Public Schools chief poised to become next state superintendent
Michigan Board of Education selects Glenn Maleyko to replace Michael Rice, who’s set to retire in October.
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.
Michigan superintendent finalists picked. Can they boost reading scores?
The Michigan State Board of Education has narrowed its list of contenders for state superintendent. All three said they support recent efforts to improve student literacy across the state.