District Updates
Library of Michigan Announces The 2023 Michigan Notable Books
Michigan Department of Education Press Release LANSING – The rich stories and culture of our state continue to be shared with this year’s list of Michigan Notable Books, the Library of Michigan shared today.
Governor’s Budget Proposal Continues Strong Support of Students and Schools
Michigan Department of Education Press Release LANSING – State Superintendent Dr. Michael Rice said Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2023-24 (FY 24) continues to build on supporting the needs of students and schools in Michigan.
Federal Grant to Address Mental Health Workforce Shortages in High-Need Schools
Michigan Department of Education Press Release LANSING—The U.S. Department of Education recently awarded the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) a five-year, $4.5 million grant to expand the number of school-based mental health service providers in high-need schools.
$4 Million Federal Grant to Help Prepare More Children To Enter Kindergarten in Michigan
Michigan Department of Education Press Release LANSING – Already recognized nationally for its early childhood system work, Michigan will leverage a new $4 million federal grant to prepare more children, especially low-income and vulnerable children, for kindergarten.
Free Comprehensive History Webinars Begin Online Next Week for Educators
Michigan Department of Education Press Release LANSING – The next series of webinars offering educators greater depth of knowledge for social studies instruction in a variety of important historical movements begins next week, noted the Michigan Department of Education (MDE).