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Trump and Harris are divided on the political culture war surrounding schools and managing the costs of higher education. Here are the facts and where the candidates stand.
The culture wars have led to compromise in northern Michigan, with a library moving books and county commissioners rescinding a threat to fire library board members.
Bridge Michigan and Gongwer News Service analyzed several years of school bond data and the current ballot proposals. Here are five things to know about school funding efforts this fall.
Some 10% of Michigan districts are going to voters with tax requests in November. Taxes for roads and public safety still overwhelmingly pass, but the success rate of school bonds has plummeted in recent years.
By listening to the needs of school-based personnel in our state, we can work collectively to develop strategies that support positive youth development and ensure students concentrate on learning.
Foster youth face countless disruptions and fractured relationships, as they move from home to home. A new state grant helps them maintain connections and classroom continuity.
Facing pressure from school groups 'appalled' by what they viewed as a steep cut, Democrats on Wednesday approved additional spending on school safety and student mental health.
“When I was a teacher, I felt like I connected so much with the kids who were struggling, I felt like I took that home with me,” said Becky Halamka, a Negaunee Public Schools counselor and founder of Superior Educator Wellness Services.
Kamala Harris calls for changes to gun laws but says she supports the Second Amendment. 'If somebody breaks into my house, they're getting shot,' she says during streaming event with Oprah Winfrey.
Michigan students are already suffering from pandemic learning losses. High rates of absenteeism make it worse. Rates improved slightly from last year but are still well above 2019.
Former President Donald Trump wants to eliminate the US Department of Education. That could affect Michigan school funding, college aid and civil rights protections for students.
Bridge Michigan education reporter Isabel Lohman will discuss the challenges and opportunities for Michigan’s K-12 schools in 2024 with experts during a Sept. 25 reader event.
