by Liz Gullett | Jul 26, 2024 | Liz Gullett
The $23 billion education budget was given final approval this week by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The budget, which is for the upcoming fiscal year beginning on October 1, provides funding for Michigan’s K-12 schools, community colleges, and public universities. K-12...
by Liz Gullett | Jul 12, 2024 | Liz Gullett
On July 1, Dr. Beverly Walker-Griffea began her new role as director of the Michigan Department on Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP). Established by Governor Whitmer in 2023, its mission is to improve outcomes from preschool to postsecondary so...
by Liz Gullett | May 24, 2024 | Liz Gullett
Dr. Beverly Walker-Griffea was appointed the director of the Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP). She is taking on the role from acting director Michelle Richard, who will stay in the department in a leadership role. The appointment...
by Liz Gullett | May 17, 2024 | Liz Gullett
All public high schools would be required to offer a computer science course(s) under legislation considered by the House Education Committee this week. Key Points: HB 5649 was introduced by Representative Carol Glanville (D-Walker). The requirement would begin with...
by Liz Gullett | Apr 19, 2024 | Liz Gullett
Michigan’s young residents would be required to attend kindergarten under legislation passed by the Senate this week. Key Points: Senate Bill 285 was sponsored by Senator Dayna Polehanki (D-Livonia). A child must be enrolled in kindergarten at the age of five. A...
