Decades of research tells us that Michigan’s economic future and cultural vitality depends on the quality of our educational system, from pre-K through college, and recent achievement results from around the country provide hope and many lessons for Michigan to take to heart.
Statewide educational improvement is possible – and within our grasp. By making a sustained, comprehensive commitment and investment in the levers we know work, Michigan can get back on track.
Mich. Ed. Update – March 20
Leveraging the Power of Data for Strategic Learning and ImprovementThe following excerpt is taken from a March 20 blog post written by Mary Grech. Click here f…
Leveraging the Power of Data for Strategic Learning and Improvement
A recently released report by The Education Trust-Midwest leveraged the power of comparative state assessment data to provide fresh insight on Michigan’s early…
Bridge Michigan Opinion | Let’s get strategic in improving third-grade reading in Michigan
Like so many of you, I’m a native Michigander who grew up proud of what I believe are shared Michigan values: a hard work ethic, a passion for the Great Lakes,…
Mich. Ed. Roundup – March 13
Focused Efforts in West Michigan Improving Student AchievementA focused effort to improve student achievement in high-poverty public schools in Michigan has sh…
How Am I Making History? I’m Teaching the Students Who Will Be Written About in History Books
Last August at a cookout, my dad pulled me aside and said, “Sis, will you just teach English this year? Can you commit to that?” I chuckled, gave him a sly gri…
Detroit News Opinion | Has education in Michigan hit bottom?
For the first time in state history, Michigan public schools are able to compare their performance in some subjects to nearly a dozen other states across the c…
Open Your Eyes
I was asked to share my thoughts on how I'm making history. Specifically, I was asked to share a story/perspective I spoke about with a group of educators and…
Making Change and Closing Gaps
February is Black History Month — an annual celebration of the contributions and achievements of black Americans and a time to recognize the central role Afric…
Mich. Ed. Roundup – Feb. 13
Ensuring Honesty and Transparency in School RatingsA new system for reporting, transparency and accountability for schools was proposed in the Michigan House o…
Testimony on House Bill 5526 (2018) – School Accountability
Thank you for the opportunity to testify today in support of House Bill 5526, an important and long-overdue measure for ensuring that parents and community lea…
Mich. Ed. Roundup – Feb 5
In the Absence of ColorBelow is an excerpt from a February 5, 2018 blog post by Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning’s Instructional Coach, Dr. Tambr…
Mich. Ed. Roundup – Jan 30
Governor Calls for Accountability, Better Funding and Transparency in Final State of the StateLast week, in his final State of the State address, Governor Rick…
Mich. Ed. Update – Jan 23
Amazon Announcement Highlights Need for Educational TransformationThe following is from a January 22 blog post by Amber Arellano. Please click here for the ful…
Mich. Ed. Roundup – January 9
New School Data Display Goes LiveMichigan parents will get their first glimpse of a new way to view school data, as the state launches data dashboards for each…
Mich. Ed. Roundup – November 28
November is Native American Heritage MonthSince 1990, American presidents have proclaimed each November as Native American Heritage Month to recognize “the sig…
Mich. Ed. Roundup – November 21
Ensuring that Every Michigan Student has Access to a High-Quality Education Click image to view video from the Education Trust-MidwestTake Action! Oppose Test …
Mich. Ed. Roundup – November 14
Take Action! Oppose Test ChangesOver the past few weeks, hundreds of letters have been sent to State Superintendent Brian Whiston and Governor Rick Snyder, opp…
Mich. Ed. Roundup – November 7
Take Action! Oppose Test ChangesThe Michigan Department of Education recently announced significant changes to the end-of-year assessment, the M-STEP, marking …
Mich. Ed. Roundup – October 18
Top Educator Talent Key for Student and School SuccessThe single greatest in-school predictor of student success is the quality of teaching and learning. This …
Mich. Ed. Roundup – October 10
MI Voters Support Greater Improvement in State's SchoolsMichigan voters strongly support greater improvement in the state’s schools, according to a survey cond…
