The Michigan Department of Education will soon have a new leader. Glenn Maleyko will be paid $272,000 annually and start in December.
Michigan K-12 schools
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Opinion | How did we get here? Michigan’s education crisis in context
We’ve not tried facing up to our responsibility as a state to invest in all our kids. It’s time to set aside the political fear-mongering blame game and agree on what we want our schools to offer our children and how to pay for it.
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What would a Michigan government shutdown look like? Here’s what happened before
As Whitmer ‘contingency’ plans for a state government shutdown, past plans point to potential impact, including parks and office closures, road construction delays and more.
Posted inTalent & Education
Board names interim state superintendent as Maleyko contract talks continue
As State Superintendent Michael Rice gets closer to retirement and contract talks continue with his successor, the State Board of Education makes a contingency plan.
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Trump’s ed secretary in Michigan: States should embrace private school scholarships
In a day-long tour in Michigan, Education Secretary Linda McMahon promoted school choice and harshly criticized US colleges.
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Bridge Lunch Break to discuss the state of education in Michigan
The September 24 event will feature Bridge reporters talking with education experts about what can be done to improve Michigan schools.
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Money woes imperil Traverse City’s bid to boost reading scores with free books
Northwest Michigan is betting that providing preschoolers with books can boost plummeting reading scores. Early signs are encouraging, but funding uncertainties linger.
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Fact check: Michigan school funding at historic highs. Is that enough?
Michigan boosted school funding in the past ten years at a higher rate than most states. Critics say schools are still underfunded by $4.5 billion. There’s data to support both arguments.
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Michigan schools are floundering. How some buck the trend, improve literacy
Michigan reading scores are at record lows. Some districts are boosting literacy by investing in training, curriculum and data. Can their success be applied statewide?
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Michigan’s education crisis FAQ: How important are tests? What about parents?
Michigan is sliding to the back of the pack nationally in education. Here are frequently asked questions and answers about money, truancy, staffing and other problems that frame the issue.