Student-Centered • Data-Driven • Equity-Focused At the “Learning Together, Leading for Equity” conference hosted by the current 2023-24 MTLC cohort, educators joined from across the state to learn about adva… The Building the Hope Schools collectively demonstrated academic progress that beat state averages, along with an affirming culture of diverse student populati… Increasingly, employers are demanding that job applicants possess far greater education and training than ever before. To pursue their career goals, many stude… Stephanie Lopez Gilmore, a second-generation Mexican American, grew up in a family that placed a high value on education. Later in life, as she worked in under… Reading is the foundation upon which all other learning takes place. Unfortunately, too many of Michigan’s students are struggling to read.Our most recent repo… Dear Chairwoman Polehanki,Thank you for the opportunity to provide written comments on the proposed changes to the current teacher evaluation system. As strong… Originally from San Perlita, Texas, a small border town on the Texas-Mexico border, Jose Luis Orozco, Jr. is a licensed professional counselor who advocates fo… At the age of nine, Adnoris “Bo” Torres migrated from Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, to Battle Creek, Michigan, with his family recalling it as an event that would mol… More than 60 education equity advocates – including local elected leaders, state officials, educators, civil rights, civic and business leaders, supporters and… Born a first-generation Mexican American in Los Angeles, Gaby Cordova says that her mother instilled in her the values of hard work, determination, and the pro… Led by The Education Trust-Midwest and Teach Plus, the Collaborative Will Focus on Equitable Funding, the Transition to Post-Secondary Education & Career, … Annually, September 15 – October 15 serves as Hispanic Heritage Month, providing a time to pay tribute to the many contributions, cultures and histories of Ame… This statement can be attributed to Jennifer Mrozowski, senior director of The Education Trust-Midwest.“This year’s M-STEP results again demonstrate the great … Statement by Amber Arellano, executive director of The Education Trust-Midwest, on the Supreme Court striking down affirmative action in college admissionsThe … New School Funding “Opportunity Index” Makes Michigan Among First Ten States in the U.S. for Innovation in Investing in Public School Districts Based on Povert… “All year long whenever I tried to explain to anyone what MTLC was, the first word that popped into my mind was Think Tank – a place where people with brillian… Michigan has long had one of the most regressive school funding formulas, according to state and national research.In fact, Michigan is underfunding students f… DeWitt High School named Amber Arellano, executive director for The Education Trust-Midwest, a 2023 Educational Excellence Award recipient. The school communit… For the first time in Michigan’s history, state Senate leaders are proposing to create a much fairer school funding formula while making significant investment… The statement can be attributed to Amber Arellano, executive director of The Education Trust-Midwest.“We applaud Sen. Darrin Camilleri and fellow policymakers … Stay informed on the latest news and information on education in Michigan.Fierce advocates for the high academic achievement of all students – particularly those of color and living in poverty.
Educators from the Michigan Teacher Leadership Collaborative lift their voices and share their expertise with fellow practitioners and policymakers alike!
Five Michigan Schools Recognized for Outstanding Academic Post-Pandemic Progress for Students Who Are Underserved
Unlock the possibilities of higher education for more students by requiring that all students complete applications for financial aid
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Stephanie Lopez Gilmore, MANA de Metro Detroit, Compass Strategies
Literacy for All: Let’s Address One of the Most Common Barriers to Reading
Testimony on Educator Support and Evaluation
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Jose Luis Orozco, Jr., Voces
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Adnoris Torres, Strong Beginnings-Healthy Start
Opportunity for All: A Celebration of a Historic Win and Next Steps for Fair Funding for All
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Gaby Cordova, Hispanic Center of Western Michigan
Michigan Teacher Leadership Collaborative Names 18 Expert, Equity-Focused Educators From Across the State to its 2023-2024 Cohort
Hispanic Heritage Month
Statement by The Education Trust-Midwest on 2023 M-STEP results
Statement by The Education Trust-Midwest on the Supreme Court striking down affirmative action in college admissions
Michigan Makes History as it Joins Nation’s Leaders in Investing More in Districts Facing Concentrated Poverty
MTLC concludes its successful 22-23 cohort with a dynamic virtual showcase of year-long collaborative work
Eliminating the Opportunity Gaps: Creating a Truly Fair and Equitable Funding System
Amber Arellano named 2023 Educational Excellence Award recipient
Michigan Senate Joins State House in Unveiling Historic Budget Proposals
Statement by The Education Trust-Midwest on the budget proposal from the Senate Pre-K-12 Appropriations Subcommittee
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