Area schools improve; J-L gets an A on its report card Sep 13, 2008
OTSEGO COUNTY All Otsego County public schools earned Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) status for the 2007-08 school year, as recently reported by the Michigan Department of Education. Johannesburg-Lewiston (J-L) High School earned an A in the state report card, while Gaylord High School and Vanderbilt Area Schools each earned a B. All Gaylord elementary, intermediate and middle schools, Lewiston Elementary Middle School and Johannesburg Elementary Middle School earned an A from the state (see... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
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High school results provided by the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) were analyzed as to the feasibility of an appeal. "Basically," she said, "did we have evidence through data that supported an appeal. We looked at the following: Did we meet the Michigan state objective for math (55 percent) in the present year? No. Did we meet the Michigan state objective for math in the present year and the preceding year? No. Did we meet the Michigan state objective for math in the most recent year and... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Oscoda, Tawas juniors best state on most Merit exams Aug 17, 2008
LANSING Michigan Merit Examination (MME) results are in from the Michigan Department of Education and it s a mixed bag for Iosco County students. For the most part, students at Tawas Area and Oscoda did better than their state counterparts. (Oscoda Press, MI)
Brady returned as OHS principal Jul 30, 2008
Shortly after Brady was put on a leave of absence, it was made public that certain agencies, including the Michigan Department of Education, were investigating several allegations ... Sweet also added that earlier reports that the allegations were being investigated by the Michigan Department of Education, as well as IRESA, were unfounded. (Oscoda Press, MI)
Bucklin recognized as one of top paraprofessionals in the state Jun 17, 2008
COLDWATER The 18 letters from students, colleagues and administrators were glowing in recommendations for Julie Bucklin urging the Michigan Department of Education to name her as the top paraprofessional in the state for the 2007-08 school year. Bucklin made the top five and was honored in Lansing, then by the Branch Intermediate School District (BISD) and Coldwater Community Schools her employers. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
OHS assistant principal resigns; principal on leave Jun 12, 2008
The memo also mentioned an ongoing independent investigation through the Michigan Department of Education and the Iosco Regional Education Service Agency. The reason for the investigations was not disclosed in the memo. (Oscoda Press, MI)
Save after-school programs at KPS Jun 8, 2008
The Michigan Department of Education has failed to come through for Kalamazoo Communities in Schools' after-school program. Will this community come through instead. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Sex education: Safeguarding teens from becoming parents Apr 19, 2008
And two, school districts were not emphasizing abstinence, Laurie Bechhofer, HIV/STD education consultant for the Michigan Department of Education, said of the impetus behind the legislation. While the law does not mandate sex education programs that extend beyond a discussion of HIV and AIDS, Those issues include family planning, human sexuality, and the emotional, physical, psychological, hygienic, economic and social aspects of family life. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Test scores show incremental improvement at KPS Apr 12, 2008
Michigan Department of Education spokesman Martin Ackley pointed to the state's required curriculum. Some districts are aligning their curriculum to the state requirements and those. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Otsego County: Students beat the MEAP Apr 12, 2008
scores were released by the Michigan Department of Education Tuesday ... For complete MEAP results for all Michigan high schools visit the Michigan Department of Education Web site at www. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Dogan honored with award Mar 6, 2008
This is the fourth year in a row BACC programs received the award from the Michigan Department of Education at its Career Education Conference. Dogan received the award at the state conference in mid-February in Detroit. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Gas prices continuing to rise became a major story in 2007 Jan 3, 2008
Howard-Ellis Elementary Schools can go down in the books as being the first Niles Community School to receive the recognition as a Michigan Department of Education Blue Ribbon Exemplary School in 2007. Howard-Ellis was eligible to apply for Blue Ribbon status because the school received from the Michigan Department of Education an 'A' in the Education Yes. (Niles Star, MI)
State says Lawton Schools' food service program is "excellent" Dec 25, 2007
More good news was reported with the announcement that middle school science teacher Marcia Angle has been nominated for Michigan Teacher of the Year by the Michigan Department of Education. In another area, Trimboli reported that he and elementary principal Chris Rice had met with parent, Gary Brandt, to discuss problems Brandt had previously brought to the board regarding handicapped accessibility at the elementary building. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
P-W High School earns national accolades Dec 6, 2007
With new requirements handed down from the Michigan Department of Education, most schools, including P-W, have been left to change their curriculums and shore up loose educational ends. We're adjusting like a lot of schools are right now, Simon said. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Lakewood board approves contract hires Dec 4, 2007
In other news, O'Mara announced that Lakewood High School failed to meet Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) standards set by the Michigan Department of Education. AYP results based on Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) test results, participation rates in MEAP testing and attendance or graduation rates. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Preschools at risk Nov 7, 2007
" There is a similar situation in Taylor, where about 200 children are expected to lose their funding. School officials there, however, are not reacting the same as their counterparts in Lincoln Park. Norm Malinowski, program director of the district's state and federal programs, said Taylor officials remain optimistic that the proposed cuts won't actually be made. "Right now, we're being hopeful that the funding will be restored to its full amount," he said. Deborah Kitson, director of the... (The News-Herald)
School picket doesn't work; test Wednesday Nov 4, 2007
" The students will receive a snack before they take the test. "The position from the Michigan Department of Education is we don't have an option because the (federal) No Child Left Behind (Act requires) all kids in third through eighth grade to be tested, so they all have to take it. " The News-Herald, A Heritage Newspapers Tri-Weekly Publication Please visit the area for additional contact information. Copyright 2007 , an affiliate of All rights reserved. This material may not be published,... (The News-Herald)
Saranac board approves District Curriculum Leadership Plan Nov 2, 2007
In other news, Bauer said a Michigan Department of Education representative visited the schools and eventually determined that 100 percent of the staff was ighly qualified. Despite that good news, Bauer reported that enrollment was officially reduced by 30 students. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Veterans invited to lunch Oct 27, 2007
NILES - In conjunction with the Michigan Department of Education, Niles Community Schools would like to seek out our greatest living legacy, our U.S. Military Veterans, as their recognition day approaches. To any veteran - the school system would love the chance for its students to see you and hear from you about your experiences - and learn about your patriotism and sacrifices to preserve their country. (Niles Star, MI)
BACC’s home construction at a standstill; Coca-Cola gets contract with BISD Oct 26, 2007
A change in policy by the Michigan Department of Education (DOE) has forced the school to get approval from the DOE s Bureau of Construction Codes (BCC) before proceeding. This means the home must meet state school construction standards, Hoffner explained. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Government-funded food commodities reallocated Oct 25, 2007
It was not done on a scientific method or based on hard numbers, said Mary Ann Chartrand, director of grants, coordination and school support for the Michigan Department of Education. The newly adopted formula, already in use by many states, combines unemployment and U.S. census poverty data, she said. (Cadillac News, MI)
Some good news for Cadillac MSRP Oct 16, 2007
On Sept. 19, CAPS Superintendent Paul Liabenow as well as superintendents across the state received a letter from the Michigan Department of Education saying monies used for funding the Michigan School Readiness Program would be reallocated. The result was some schools, like Cadillac, losing some of its funding. (Cadillac News, MI)
MEAP questions compromised Oct 13, 2007
NILES - The Michigan Department of Education is aware that re-testing of the state's fifth and sixth grade MEAP Writing assessments may cause a burden and unwanted stress on students, teachers and administrators. However, according to Martin Ackley, Director of Office of Communications for Michigan Department of Education, this is something that has to be done ... The story was published in the local newspaper on Tuesday, Oct. 9, and came to the attention of Michigan Department of Education the... (Niles Star, MI)
5th- and 6th-graders to retake MEAP Oct 13, 2007
Northern Michigan Search. Search Herald Times News Archives. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Saranac schools look at improving curriculum Oct 5, 2007
t's so difficult to get the [Michigan Department of Education] curriculum to teachers, Hamilton said. ometimes the MDEA changes what they focus on, and that forces teachers to have to change too, or the students get behind. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Straight talk ... about today’s schools Sep 24, 2007
A: Make sure your child knows how to take a test, especially ones that are timed, by having him or her practice under similar conditions, advises Maureen Schafer, a spokeswoman for Michigan Department of Education. And the Michigan Parent Teacher Student Association adds, don t put too much pressure on your child about just one test. (Montana Standard, MT)
School districts deal with relocation of MSRP funds Sep 21, 2007
Dealing with funding issues and the unpredictiblity of the state is nothing new in these economic times but when Liabenow got a letter Wednesday from the Michigan Department of Education it was almost like a slap in the face ... Source: Michigan Department of Education ... Source: Michigan Department of Education. (Cadillac News, MI)
School board, superintendent raise state budget concerns Sep 13, 2007
Thwing also reported that the Michigan Department of Education has handed out its Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) status report on three of the district s four buildings. Clara Bolen Elementary received a grade of A while Tawas City Elementary and Tawas Area Junior High received B grades. (Iosco County News Herald, MI)
The Herald Times View: Assessing annual yearly progress Sep 12, 2007
That s the score, according to the Michigan Department of Education. Apparently it gets down to subgroups. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Subgroup knocks N. Ohio out of AYP Sep 8, 2007
Although the school received a composite grade of a B on the annual Education Yes. school report card, the K-3 school did not make AYP due to one of the subgroups in its student population failing to meet state objectives in the area of English Language Arts, where it received a grade of C.. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Middle, elementary schools receive report cards Sep 1, 2007
We are working the Michigan Department of Education as well as the U.S. Department of Education to change the number ... Source: Michigan Department of Education. (Cadillac News, MI)
Schools get report cards Sep 1, 2007
For complete MEAP and MME results for all Michigan high schools visit the Michigan Department of Education. What do you think. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Lin Mallory retiring as Patrick Hamilton principal Jun 20, 2007
Every five years the Michigan Department of Education requires school districts to bid out their food service contracts. The administration recommended staying with Sodexho, its only bidder at a cost of 2. (Dowagiac News, MI)
School districts have three options for background checks Jun 18, 2007
Source: Michigan Department of Education. Copyright. (Cadillac News, MI)
Manton Schools cuts city busing to help with budget issues Apr 6, 2007
SOURCE: Michigan Department of Education. 775-NEWS (6397). (Cadillac News, MI)
High schools may push college-prep courses Mar 27, 2007
"Michigan may be ahead of some of the other states because of our economic condition," said Jan Ellis, spokeswoman for the Michigan Department of Education. "We were so heavily reliant on automotive, and we recognized perhaps more keenly than other states that we are now a global economy. Our kids have to compete in it, and if we don't do something, then they won't be able to.". (Boston Globe)
ExploreLearning Gizmos Will Spark Lasting Learning in Michigan Virtual University Summer Camps for Math & Science Mar 23, 2007
For more information on the Math ce Virtual Camps, visit Financial support for the virtual camps is provided through a federal E-Learning and Virtual School Initiatives Grant and state funding awarded by the Michigan Department of Education. About ExploreLearning ExploreLearning Gizmos are the world's largest library of interactive, online simulations for math and science in grades 6-12. (PR Newswire)
Lawmakers again consider anti-bullying policies Mar 14, 2007
The policies would have to be submitted to the Michigan Department of Education. While the content of the policies largely would be left for local schools to decide, they would have to include age-appropriate consequences for violations. (Cadillac News, MI)
Hoekstra, educators talk No Child Left Behind Feb 22, 2007
School officials from Buckley, Cadillac, Mesick, Pine River, the Michigan Department of Education and the Wexford-Missaukee Intermediate School District were more than willing to oblige ... Officials from Buckley, Cadillac, Mesick, Pine River, the Michigan Department of Education and the Wexford-Missaukee Intermediate School District all made it to the meeting held at CAPS Central Office. (Cadillac News, MI)
‘Adequate’ progress made at schools Feb 9, 2007
Both Houghton Lake Community Schools and Gerrish-Higgins Schools hit their academic targets according to test results recently released by the Michigan Department of Education. The districts met their Adequate Yearly Progress goals under the No Child Left Behind Act, measured by the Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) tests. (Houghton Lake Resorter, MI)
Iosco County schools receive MEAP scores Feb 1, 2007
Students at Tawas Area Schools did better on the tests than their state counterparts in 24 of the 28 examinations, according to figures released by the Michigan Department of Education. Tawas students scored higher than their Iosco counterparts in 23 of the 28 tests. (Iosco County News Herald, MI)
County MEAP scores: 'a mixed bag' Jan 24, 2007
According to the Michigan Department of Education, students' MEAP scores are divided into four performance levels: Exceeded Expectations, Met Expectations, Basic, and Apprentice. Students who place in either the Met Expectations or Exceeded Expectations levels are considered to be roficient in that subject. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Action expected on CAPS anti-bullying policies Jan 13, 2007
The anti-bullying policy additions CAPS is looking to implement were derived from the Michigan Department of Education. One particular part of the policy said a school district could punish a student for bullying electronically outside of school. (Cadillac News, MI)
Serious school issues surfaced Jan 5, 2007
Cambridge State University has a documented criminal history of fraud, and degrees from the institution are not recognized by the Michigan Department of Education. The teachers, seeking doctorate degrees, were fighting to be paid a salary 20 percent above that of a teacher with a master's degree, as stated in their contract. (The News-Herald)
Mother wants school to be ‘nit’ picky about lice Jan 4, 2007
The employee was referring to the district s new head lice policy, adopted in 2004 after the Michigan Department of Education revised its own policy and informed schools the immediate removal of a child is unnecessary. According to the education department, there is no scientific evidence demonstrating that enforced exclusion policies are effective at reducing head lice transmission. (Oscoda Press, MI)
