Isabel Lohman

The tiny district has hired an island resident — who’s also a custodian and real estate agent — as its long-term substitute teacher. The district plans to use a ‘grow your own’ program to help her earn teaching credentials.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says Michigan is providing ‘access to free pre-K for every 4-year-old.’ But less than half of eligible kids are expected to enroll.

Michigan has bet big on tuition-free community college for some adults. As federal pandemic funds expire, a state leader says the state is looking for ways to extend expanded eligibility.

Michigan schools are still secluding and restraining students, mostly those with disabilities, at high numbers despite a 2016 law designed to limit the controversial practice. One special education school is beginning to police itself.

Results from the spring 2023-24 M-STEP exam give Michigan a first glimpse at how early learners during COVID-era school shutdowns have been impacted by learning loss.

A group of about 50 people rallied Thursday, Aug. 29, in front of the office of the Division of Public Safety and Security. They chanted: “Disclose, divest, we will not stop, we will not rest.” (Bride photo by Isabel Lohman)

Michigan K-12 schools, colleges and universities are welcoming students back for the 2024-2025 school year. COVID-19 is here to stay but restrictions are reduced. (Bridge photo by Michael Indriolo)

Michigan students are already suffering from pandemic learning losses. High rates of absenteeism make it worse. Rates improved slightly from last year but are still well above 2019.

Michigan Senate Democrats voted Tuesday to permanently reduce how much school districts must pay into the state retiree system. Republicans say the changes are irresponsible and jeopardize the long-term future of the fund. (Bridge file photo)

This article was originally published in Chalkbeat. Nearly 1 in 3 K-12 students in Michigan missed 10% or more school days this past academic