Alabama Students Gain Early Exposure to Career Planning to Meet New Online Graduation Requirement May 11, 2009
CareerForward was developed three years ago through a unique public-private partnership between Microsoft, Michigan Virtual University and the Michigan Department of Education. Eighteen thousand Michigan students have pledged to complete the course this school year. (PR Newswire)
Detroit plans school closures, layoffs Apr 10, 2009
Michigan Department of Education spokesman Martin Ackley said the state was reviewing Bobb's request for $200 million to see what might be available. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
State issues MEAP scores (578) Apr 7, 2009
Published: Sunday, April 5, 2009 1:09 PM EDT The Michigan Department of Education released the statewide scores from last fall's MEAP tests on Thursday, and St. Joseph, New Buffalo and Mattawan were among the school districts in Southwest Michigan near the top in most subjects ... Those standards have been recognized by independent reviewers as among the most rigorous standards in the country, according to the Michigan Department of Education. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Michigan math scores improve for 4th straight year Apr 3, 2009
Michigan Department of Education officials said it appears the state's push toward tougher curriculum standards is paying off ... Michigan Department of Education. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Stimulus funding means new projects on the horizon Mar 19, 2009
The proposed budget cuts would eliminate approximately 6 million that is distributed by the Michigan Children's Trust Fund through the Michigan Department of Education, the Michigan Department of Human Services and the Michigan Department of Community Health. Funding is distributed competitively by the Michigan Children's Trust Fund via requests for proposals (RFPs). (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Cost-cutting idea would merge rural school districts Mar 11, 2009
Hale Superintendent Rhonda Provoast said, during the 2007-08 school year, districts were asked by the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) to see what cost savings could be created through non-instructional combinations of services. She said area districts looked at, among other things, combining payroll and food services. (Iosco County News Herald, MI)
More of this story» Feb 27, 2009
In another area, Stowers acknowledged receipt of a letter from Roberta E. Stanley, director, client services, Office of Professional Preparation Services, Michigan Department of Education, notifying Dowagiac that its most recent Registry of Education Personnel (REP) report indicates the district meets 100-percent the highly qualified requirements of No Child Left Behind (NCLB). "It's a step way beyond being certified," Stowers said. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Granderson to host art contest for kids Feb 8, 2009
With help from the Michigan Department of Education, the Grand Kids Foundation and Triumph Books are holding a contest, inviting fourth graders across the state to submit their artwork through their school for consideration to be included in the book. The contest will be conducted in classrooms at Michigan grade schools, each of which received an information packet. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
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)
5th- and 6th-graders to retake MEAP Oct 13, 2007
Northern Michigan Search. Search Herald Times News Archives. (Gaylord Herald Times, 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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
