Equity-Driven • Data-Centered • Student-Focused New 2022 State of Michigan Education Report projects state's students will fall farther behind other states' students for early reading by 2030 if state does n… ROYAL OAK, Mich. ― The Education Trust-Midwest is pleased to announce Jeff Cobb, a veteran legislative affairs leader, has joined Education Trust-Midwest as th… Legislators must act now to pass legislation to screen for and support students with dyslexiaBy: Jeff Cobb, Director of Government Affairs, The Education Trust… It’s almost unfathomable to believe that two years ago this month, the World Health Organization declared Covid-19 as a global pandemic – and that America’s st… By Heather Eckner, Brian Love and Susan Ward SchmidtThe latest news that more than half of Michigan’s third graders have a “reading deficiency” reinforces what… By Amber Arellano, Executive Director, The Education Trust-MidwestWhen it comes to improving education in Michigan, we have such a long way to go toward creati… Over half of Michigan's 3rd-grade students were identified as having a “reading deficiency” between 1st and 3rd grade, according to a new report on data from t… Just last fall, a new statewide equity coalition, the Michigan Partnership for Equity and Opportunity, formally launched and announced its ambitious goals to m… The Education Trust-Midwest is pleased that early details of Gov. Whitmer’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23 reflect a strong commitment to investing in… “We are truly encouraged that Gov. Whitmer and state leaders across both sides of the aisle continue to recognize the need to prioritize public education and a… Building a Movement, Building Hope was the theme of the Education Trust-Midwest’s first annual Ed Summit partly because it’s clear that Michiganians must work … Just days ago, the Education Trust-Midwest concluded its first annual summit under the theme, Building a Movement, Building Hope, bringing together leading tea… Roberto Rodríguez, U.S. Department of Education Assistant Secretary for Planning, Evaluation, and Policy Development, will deliver a keynote address on “Design… The new Building the Hope Schools all demonstrate academic progress and growth and affirming culture for students of color, English learners and students from … The Education Trust-Midwest’s virtual conference “Building a Movement, Building Hope” set for Nov. 10, 11 and 13The Education Trust-Midwest will hold its inaug… Throughout the pandemic, educators and school leaders worked tirelessly to continue providing educational opportunities for students. A March 2021 study sugges… Students across Michigan are now back to school after two school years of interrupted learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Accompanying them is the reality t… Every student deserves access and opportunity to the educational resources and support that they need to achieve and fully realize their unique potential. Fair… New bipartisan coalition calls on state leaders to implement equitable funding strategies, eliminate automatic budget cuts to funding for students from low-inc… The following statement may be attributed to Amber Arellano, executive director of the Education Trust-Midwest, on the release of 2020-21 Michigan student data… 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.
Ed Trust-Midwest and Statewide Bipartisan Coalition Call on State Leaders to Address Michigan’s Education Crisis as Data Show State’s Students Trail Leading States in Reading and Math
Jeff Cobb, a veteran legislative affairs leader, has joined Education Trust-Midwest as the new Director of Government Affairs
Critical legislation to improve early reading gains momentum in Michigan
Two years after the WHO declared COVID-19 a worldwide pandemic, we pledge continued advocacy, especially for underserved students
Dyslexia Legislation Would Deliver a Big Win for Michigan’s Youngest Readers
Making progress toward equitable funding for underserved students will necessitate big strides
Statement on Report: Over half of Michigan’s 3rd-grade students identified as having a “reading deficiency”
Gov. Whitmer’s Budget Proposal Represents Key Policy Wins for Underserved Students
Reports: Gov. Whitmer’s Proposed Budget Targets More Money for Schools
Ed Trust-Midwest’s Statement on Gov. Whitmer’s State of the State Address
Civil Rights, Civic and Business Leaders Discuss Urgent Need to Build a Movement for Educational Equity
School Leaders Discuss Challenges of Michigan’s School Funding Crisis during ED Summit 2021
Announcing New Keynote: U.S. Department of Education Assistant Secretary to Share Successful Strategies for Education Transformation for Underserved Students
Modeling the Way for Pandemic Educational Recovery, Four Michigan Schools Honored for Exceptional Academic Progress, Growth for Underserved Students
State, National Leaders Join to Share Successful Strategies for Underserved Students
Expanded Learning Time as a Strategy to Address Unfinished Learning Due to the Pandemic
Targeted Intensive Tutoring: A Strategy to Address Unfinished Instruction Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Engine of Inequality: Michigan’s Education System
REPORT: Michigan Vastly Underfunds Vulnerable Students Compared to Leading States
Statement on the release of 2020-21 Michigan student data
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