Garlin Gilchrist announces new incentive programs for talent retention at Mackinac Policy Conference
At the Mackinac Policy Conference on Mackinac Island last week, Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist announced new incentive programs aimed...
Whitmer signs bill to forgive school days lost to ice storms
Northern Michigan school districts forced into an extended shutdown due to massive ice storms this spring will have a waiver from...
MSU researchers launch 20 year study on Michigan’s future tree resilience
Michigan State University researchers have launched a decades-long effort to understand how certain conifer species might adapt to future climate...
The Metro at MPC: Skillman CEO on investing in Detroit’s next generation
The Skillman Foundation is one of Detroit’s most influential philanthropic organizations, using millions of dollars to shape education policy and...
The Metro at MPC: Is Michigan doing enough to prepare K-12 students for higher education?
Michigan schools have struggled since the pandemic, with students lagging behind in reading and math skills compared to other states...
The Metro at MPC: The significance of skilled trades in Michigan
There’s a constant tension in our politics and in young people’s lives. It sits between the skilled trades and a...
The Metro: Jalen Rose’s next play is championing education and community empowerment
Jalen Rose is probably best known for what he’s done on the basketball court. He was one of the leaders...
The Metro: Ypsilanti nonprofit empowering local youth through poetry
Literacy rates in Michigan lag behind the national average, with the pandemic making things even more difficult for students —...
Sen. Peters highlights MSU research that could face federal funding cuts
U.S. Sen. Gary Peters is warning the United States could lose a competitive advantage to other nations if federal funding...
MichMash: Lawmakers seek to stop cell phone use in school; former AG Mike Cox talks gubernatorial run + more
This week on MichMash, host Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's Alethia Kasben discuss bills introduced both in the Michigan...
The Metro: Michigan’s Teacher of the Year shares his approach to student engagement
For over 70 years, the Michigan Department of Education has annually selected a teacher of the year. The winner then...
The Metro: More than 700 Detroit students ready to showcase artistry on Fox Theatre stage
Detroit Public School Community District is hosting its 56th annual "Evening of Fine Arts" at the Fox Theatre on Wednesday,...