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.
Letter to Michigan Speaker of the House: Senate Bills 567 and 568
Representative Joe TateThe Honorable Speaker of the House Dear Speaker Tate,As you prepare your list of priorities for the remainder of the year, we urge you t…
FY 2025 School Aid Budget Builds Upon Historic School Funding Progress for Students who are Underserved
State leaders propose historic funding again in FY 25 for English Learners, while supporting greater investment for students from low-income backgroundsDETROIT…
Testimony before the House Education Committee on Dyslexia
Good morning, Representatives, and thank you for allowing me to testify in favor of Senate Bills 567 and 568. My name is Ben Locke, and I’m the Michigan Execut…
Testimony before the House Education Committee on Dyslexia
Good afternoon chair and members of the committee. My name is Rebecca Irby, I am the founder and President of PEAC Institute, an NGO in special consulting stat…
Advocates Urge State Leaders to Double Funding for English Learners
As state leaders begin to finalize this year’s school aid budget, education advocates or organizations are urging state leaders to prioritize the needs of Engl…
Speaker Tate Shares that More Funding for the Opportunity Index is a Priority for the House
Last week in an interview with MIRS News, Michigan Speaker of the House Joe Tate shared that one of his top priorities is putting together a strong budget, whi…
Opinion: Michigan is failing our English learner students, and that has to change
Michigan’s population outlook is dire. Our state had the 49th slowest rate of growth in the entire U.S.If Michigan leaders still have hope of growing our state…
The Detroit News Opinion: Butler- Students with dyslexia deserve more support
Imagine that your brain works differently than others, but it was never explained why. Imagine asking for help to learn how to read but never receiving it. Ima…
2024 State of Michigan Education Report: Seven Decades after Brown – Devastating Inequities, Unfair School Funding – and Reasons for Hope
Seven decades after the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Brown vs. Board of Education, Michigan students of color continue to face devastating educational ineq…
Seven Decades after Brown: Devastating Inequities, Unfair School Funding – and Reasons for Hope
New Report Findings Underscore Need for Fair Funding and Investment in Michigan’s Schools; Leaders Across State Join Together for Urgent Call to Action and New…
Michigan Partnership for Equity and Opportunity Members Advocate for Fair Funding for Michigan’s Students with the Greatest Needs at Second Annual Advocacy Day
Ensuring that students who are underserved, including those who are multi-lingual learners, is a priority that hits home for many, including Adnoris “Bo” Torre…
Statement by the Michigan Partnership for Equity and Opportunity on the budget recommendations from the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on PreK-12
This is a statement on behalf of the Michigan Partnership for Equity and Opportunity on the budget recommendations from the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee …
Testimony before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on PreK-12
Good morning members of the Appropriations Subcommittee on PreK-12 and thank you Sen. Camilleri for the invitation to testify. I am Jeff Cobb, Director of Gov…
Statement by The Education Trust-Midwest on Gov. Whitmer’s 2024 State of the State Address
This statement can be attributed to Amber Arellano, executive director of The Education Trust-Midwest. “We applaud Gov. Whitmer’s focus in her 2024 State of th…
White House Urges Schools to Focus on Education Recovery
The devastating impact of COVID-19 continues to linger for many of our nation’s students, resulting in a recent push by the White House calling on schools to f…
Opinion: 5 education issues to watch in Michigan in 2024
This opinion piece appeared in Crain's Detroit Business by Education Trust-Midwest's Executive Director Amber Arellano and Director of Government Affairs Jeff …
Opinion: It’s time for Michigan to invest in its most vulnerable children
From the rural reaches of northern Michigan to the urban centers of our largest cities and the surrounding suburban and exurban communities, every one of Michi…
Opportunity for All: A Celebration of a Historic Win and Next Steps for Fair Funding for All
More than 60 education equity advocates – including local elected leaders, state officials, educators, civil rights, civic and business leaders, supporters and…
Statement by The Education Trust-Midwest on 2023 M-STEP results
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 The Education Trust-Midwest on the Supreme Court striking down affirmative action in college admissions
Statement by Amber Arellano, executive director of The Education Trust-Midwest, on the Supreme Court striking down affirmative action in college admissionsThe …
