The Trump administration rescinded federal guidance on legal protections for English learners. Michigan will have a new oversight.
Michigan K-12 schools
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Michigan House Republicans OK transgender school bathroom ban
House Republican bill would block transgender students from using bathrooms consistent with their identified gender. Democrats called the bill a “distraction” that rolls back civil rights.
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Opinion | Michigan special education built on old expectations, not reality
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act was written with good intentions. But circumstances and expectations have changed, and funding has never matched needs.
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As Michigan lawmakers fight, bipartisan transparency and public safety bills flounder
It’s not just the budget: Hundreds of policy proposals are stalled in the Michigan Legislature, including broadly bipartisan bills to improve government transparency, public safety and limit cellphone use in schools.
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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.
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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.
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Opinion | If legislators won’t fund our schools, it’s up to us ‘Invest In MI Kids’
The proposal would provide stable revenue for schools starting in January of 2027 — regardless of any political shifts. With all of this chaos at the state and federal levels, it’s clear that we need to put permanent solutions in place.
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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.
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Trump admin to Michigan: Remove ‘gender ideology’ from sex ed or lose millions
As Michigan’s GOP-led House considers restricting transgender student bathroom use, the Trump administration warns the state it will lose funding if it doesn’t cut ‘gender ideology’ from sex ed materials.
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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.