A coalition of education groups had hoped to raise taxes on the wealthy to pay for schools. On Thursday, the group said it doesn’t ‘see a path forward’ to getting enough signatures to make the ballot.
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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Bridge Listens Issues Watch kicks off with virtual discussion about schools
Join Bridge reporters on March 25 as they discuss education challenges and candidates’ solutions to plummeting scores and more.
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New Michigan program aims to train, retain more early childhood teachers
Finding and keeping enough child care workers is a challenge. A new state-funded effort aims to raise wages, train workers and keep them in Michigan classrooms.
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Michigan may require intensive reading training for elementary teachers
As elected officials try to address low reading scores, one idea has bipartisan support: require teachers to take a specific ‘science of reading’ training. But lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are concerned about the time commitment it would take from teachers.
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Michigan bill would require schools to teach water safety in gym class
A bill would make water safety instruction part of the PE curriculum. Advocates say schools play a vital role in keeping children and teens safe in and around water.
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Michigan gives grants to districts that require students to fill out FAFSA
For a second year, Michigan has offered school districts funds to require students to complete a federal financial aid form. Districts must offer an opt-out option.
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U-M ends ties with program that helped diversify PhDs, after federal threat
The PhD Project was inspired by a U-M effort from the early 90s, but the university has ended its association with the mentoring program following a federal probe into ‘racial preferences.’
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Gretchen Whitmer wants to boost literacy in Michigan. Here’s what to know
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is calling for several programs to improve educational performance in Michigan. Here’s a breakdown of what’s been done so far.
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Total compensation for WSU’s new president to reach $1.2 million, contract shows
WSU’s 14th president landed a contract that has a few unusual provisions, an expert said. But a board member called it fair for both sides.
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WSU appoints interim president to permanent post without interviewing other candidates
WSU named law school dean Richard Bierschbach as interim president in September. His leadership has led to a permanent appointment without a national search or interview of other candidates.