Congratulations, Fraser Grad Elijah DiCerbo

Before this year's seniors head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

Saluting The Class Of 2021: Waincey Chan Of Fraser High School And MMSTC

Before this year's seniors head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

Congratulations, Evangelina Parrish, Ypsilanti Community High School Class Of 2021

Before this year's seniors head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

Congratulations, Avondale High School Grad Ryan Klein

Across Michigan Patch is celebrating this year's seniors for their accomplishments.

Congratulations, Joilynne Dennis, Oak Park Senior High School Class Of 2021

Across Michigan Patch is celebrating graduates for their accomplishments.

Lawmakers And Parents Push Michigan Districts To Reopen

Michigan lawmakers, parents, and doctors argued during a hearing on Tuesday that schools should be open.

As Feds Require State Exams, Michigan Education Officials Look To Promote Local Tests Instead

Michigan education officials appear poised to ask the federal government to allow the state to use benchmark assessments.

As Classrooms Reopen, Stagnant Water Pipes Pose A Health Risk — And Schools Don’t Have To Do Anything About It

Experts say thousands of students returning to Michigan schools that have been closed for months are potentially walking into a hazard.

State Leaders: Michigan Districts Should Tap Coronavirus Aid To Improve Air Quality

Many Michigan schools lack heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems capable of filtering COVID-19 from the air.

Whitmer Proposes Spending Increases For Michigan Schools, COVID Academic Recovery

Michigan’s public K-12 schools would receive between $82 and $164 more in per-pupil funding according to a budget proposal.

Whitmer To Lawmakers: Stop Holding Up Cash For Schools

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer called on Michigan lawmakers to pass legislation allowing federal and state COVID-19 relief money to flow to schools.

Extend Michigan School Year By Five Days — But Not This Year — Says State Superintendent

Rice’s comments come as Michigan begins to grapple with how best to support student learning when the pandemic subsides.

Whitmer Creates Council To Help Steer Schools Out Of The Pandemic

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is tapping dozens of Michiganders to help schools chart their post-pandemic futures.

Thousands Of Michigan Educators To Get Weekly In-School COVID Testing

Several hundred Michigan schools have signed up for a new voluntary COVID-19 program that will test educators weekly for the virus.

Would Whitmer’s Formula Even Out Disparities In COVID Aid For Schools? Only A Little.

Advocates say that the funds under Whitmer’s control could be distributed in a way that reduces the inequities in the federal formula.

Not Just A Game: Advocates Say Michigan Restriction On Winter School Sports Hurts Students

Cries of “let them play” have been ringing out across Michigan since the state extended a halt on winter contact sports last week.

State Superintendent: Extend The Michigan School Year To Combat Pandemic Learning Loss

Michigan’s top school official wants state lawmakers to increase the minimum number of days children are required to attend school.

Dr. Jill Biden Is ‘One Of Us’, Say Michigan Teachers

Michigan teachers are excited about her perspective “in the trenches” as an educator—one who will advocate for them from White House.

Bye Bye, Betsy: Michigan Educators Are Ready To Say Goodbye To Secretary DeVos

From Kalamazoo to Detroit to the Thumb, teachers are looking forward to the future of public education without Secretary Betsy DeVos.

Report: More Than Half Of College Students Struggle With Food, Housing Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Data show that more than half of college students in the United States are experiencing insecurity when it comes to basic needs like food.

20 Michigan Colleges Make Money’s 2020-21 ‘Best’ List

This year’s ranking released by Money magazine shows which U.S. colleges offer the best value.

MSU To Move To Online-Only Classes This Fall

Over the next two weeks, classes that were in-person or hybrid will be moved to remote formats.

About 500K Michigan Children Lack Internet Access, Computers Needed To Learn At Home

A third of Michigan’s K-12 public school students have no access to the technology that would better help them continue learning.

Report Says States Should Extend Upcoming School Year To Address Learning Losses

Here are some of the recommendations in a new report from researchers at Michigan State University.

New Guidance Tells MI Schools What They Must Do For Remote Learning

A document released by the state Friday spells out the requirements districts and charter schools must complete over the next few months.

Database: Search Michigan’s 2019 Letter Grades To See How Your School Ranks

With no fanfare, Michigan posted letter grades for every public school in the state on Tuesday morning.

Coronavirus: Teen Notified She’s Valedictorian In Drive-Thru Lane

Coronavirus social distancing has changed treasured rituals, including the way a Michigan teen was notified she’s the class valedictorian.

Federal Officials Allow Michigan To Cancel M-STEP; State Lawmakers Must Act Now

Michigan has received a waiver that will allow the state to cancel the M-STEP and other state exams this school year.

COVID-19 Outbreak: What’s Standing Between MI Schools, Online Instruction?

Around 1.5 million Michigan students stuck at home in an effort to slow the spread of the new coronavirus.

Going To School Online During The Shutdown? It Won’t Count, MI State Officials Say

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer last week ordered all schools closed to try and curb the spread of the new coronavirus.

Likely Cancellation Of All State Tests Would Allow MI To Put 3rd-Grade Reading Law On Hold

Michigan students will almost undoubtedly not have to take the M-STEP this year.

Michigan’s Historic School Shutdown: What Parents, Educators Need With Weeks To Go

One thing is clear about Michigan’s statewide school shutdown, which will continue for at least three more weeks.

Whitmer To Devos: ‘Do The Right Thing’ And Waive Student Testing This Year

Michigan’s education leaders are calling on the federal government to grant a nationwide waiver.

Michigan’s Coronavirus School Closures: What We Know About Pay, Testing, Meals, More

As Michigan marks the first official day of the state shutdown of schools, many questions still remain.

MI Governor: Closing Schools Over COVID-19 Concerns ‘The Right Thing To Do’

"Closing our schools in this moment is the right thing to do to ensure that parents and educators and children have the support they need."

Coronavirus: Michigan’s Working Parents Squeezed By Shutdown Of K-12 Schools

School is out for the next three weeks across Michigan after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered the closure of all K-12 schools.

Coronavirus: With Michigan Schools Closed, Teachers Work On Ways To Help Students Keep Learning

Roughly 1.5 million Michigan students will be out of school starting Monday for three weeks.

Do MI Schools Need Librarians? Here’s Your Chance To Weigh In

Most Michigan adults attended a school that employed a full-time librarian.

First Michigan Cases Of COVID-19: Governor Urges Caution, Not Closure, For Schools

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer urged Michigan schools to limit large gatherings of more than 100 people and consider staggering building schedules.

MI Teachers Union Spy Operation: AFT President Responds To Report

"They didn't succeed."