Downriver police practice how to respond to school shootings during training in Taylor
Downriver police officers practiced active shooter drills at Taylor High School to learn how to properly respond to a school shooting.
Michigan Senate adopts bill for retired teachers to return as subs, alleviate shortage
The Michigan Senate has adopted a bill that would encourage recently retired teachers and other school personnel, to return the classroom as substitutes, hoping to alleviate the teacher shortage.
University announces first-ever masters degree in 'Happiness Studies,' will cost students $17,700
Centenary University's 'Happiness Studies' program will educated leaders committed to the 'cultivation of wellbeing.'
Rochester schools settles with parent for $190K after she said lost her job criticizing their Covid policies
A woman accused the school district of making calls to her job that ended up with her being fired after she levied several criticisms against them for COVID-19 policies.
What is the 'Don't Say Gay' bill? What supporters, critics say about Florida's House Bill 1557
Florida House Bill 1557, a parental rights education bill dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill by critics, has become a subject of contention in the state.
From sports to his school's lead role, how one Michigan teen beat the odds following leg amputation
Usually just before a theatrical performance, someone shouts "break a leg!" MacKale McGuire, staring in the lead role of his school's rendition of "High School Musical" has a cheeky reply: "I beat you too it."
Judge won't reinstate Ferris State professor following bizarre profanity-filled rant
Professor Barry Mehler said he believed his 14-minute video was simply to get his students' "juices flowing" following a rant that used profanities and made a sexual reference.
Rochester schools settles case with mom who said district got her fired for Covid complaints
A woman who says she lost her job for criticizing COVID-19 policies in Rochester Community Schools has reached a deal with the district.
Masks no longer required on school buses as Covid data improves
For the first time in more than a year, students are able to board school buses without wearing masks as the CDC has relaxed some of its requirements to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Oakland and Washtenaw County school mask orders lift Feb. 28
The two counties announced the decision weeks ago, but wanted to give districts time to prepare for the change in policy. The CDC also dropped its mask recommendations for most of America last week.
Lincoln Park High School students allegedly smoke meth in bathroom, police investigating
"I am confident our community will come together to help ensure the students involved in this incident receive the help and support they need,” said Lincoln Park Superintendent Terry Dangerfield.
Education Department erases $415M in student loan debt for 16,000 borrowers
In total, the Biden administration has approved $2 billion in loan forgiveness for students allegedly defrauded by their schools.
Some US school systems pause diversity programs amid pushback
“What they have become are Trojan horses for all of these divisive programs that push really illiberal ideas like segregated groups based on race, privilege walks, privilege bingo,” said Asra Nomani, the organization’s vice president for strategy and investigations.
Swartz Creek school officials create Adele remix to announce snow day
Swartz Creek school administrators created a remix of Adele's "Hello" to announce Friday's snow day.
Michigan school principal resigns after he made 51 grade changes, investigation finds
Mike Gilchrist had led the west Michigan school since 2001. He resigned last week following an investigation that he made dozens of grade changes without teacher consent.
Ferris State defends decision to suspend professor over profanity-filled video
Professor Barry Mehler said the provocative language and encouragement of students to skip in-person class was meant to "get their juices flowing."
Detroit Public Schools to invest $700 million to update buildings
COVID-19 relief funding will be used to upgrade Detroit schools, build new buildings, and reactivate some closed buildings.
Survey shows 'Staffing at a breaking point' for Michigan teachers, impacting morale
"The educator shortage is having an impact on students and educators alike," said Paula Herbart. "Michigan teachers, support staff, and other public school employees are at a breaking point."
Michigan Lottery contributed $1.41 billion to School Aid Fund in 2021
It's the most money the Michigan Lottery has ever contributed to the school's education fund.
Don't make 'kill lists,' Macomb County prosecutor warns students
Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said his office has received reports from police about “kill lists” made by students.