News & Fun in Michigan
Michigan’s education system encompasses a wide range of public and private institutions, from K-12 schools to universities and community colleges. The state is home to renowned institutions like the University of Michigan and Michigan State University, which contribute to its strong emphasis on higher education and research. Efforts in Michigan’s education sector focus on addressing challenges such as teacher shortages, equitable access to quality education, and preparing students for a rapidly changing workforce.
Corey Rosser, a social studies teacher at Quest High School, has been named Michigan Teacher of the Year for 2025-26, highlighting the importance of alternative education and teacher advocacy in Michigan’s educational landscape.
After March’s brutal ice storm, Rep. Cam Cavitt proposes a one-year reprieve from school day requirements to ease burdens on hard-hit communities. Snow Day Forgiveness Bill Offers Relief for Storm-Impacted School Districts LANSING, MI – State Rep. Cam Cavitt (R-Cheboygan) has …
Michigan’s new “Ticket to Tuition” initiative, led by Governor Whitmer, offers $1 million in prizes to encourage FAFSA completion among students. First-time filers can win cash for education, aiming to improve college affordability and participation rates statewide.
Michigan’s public schools achieve record graduation rates and increased participation in Career and Technical Education, yet state officials highlight funding gaps as critical issues. Literacy skills still lag, prompting calls for more investment in educational resources and teacher training.
Nearly 60,000 Michigan students benefit from the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, saving families over $252 million in tuition costs and boosting workforce readiness. Michigan Achievement Scholarship Saves Students Over $252 Million LANSING, Mich. – Michigan’s effort to make higher education more affordable …
Michigan’s education system faces a literacy crisis, with 75% of fourth graders and 76% of eighth graders unable to read at grade level. Critics blame recent policy rollbacks, including the repeal of literacy standards and lack of accountability, threatening economic stability.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has announced her candidacy for governor in 2026, emphasizing fairness, transparency, and opportunity. She aims to rebuild trust in government while advocating for affordable healthcare, reproductive freedom, and improved public education amid a divided political landscape.
Michigan is hosting virtual job fairs on March 12 and May 14, 2025, to connect educators with employers and combat teacher shortages. Despite progress in teacher preparation enrollment, challenges persist, prompting initiatives such as scholarships and streamlined certifications to strengthen the education workforce statewide.
