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Farmington Schools Face Scrutiny After Antisemitic Drawing at Warner Middle
Farmington Public Schools leaders are under pressure after parents raised concerns about antisemitism and student safety at Warner Middle School, following a recent incident involving Nazi imagery in a classroom.
Four Michigan Colleges Launch Three-Year Bachelor's Degree Programs
Davenport University, Adrian College, Northwood University and the College for Creative Studies are now offering three-year bachelor's degrees, aiming to reduce costs and attract more students as enrollment challenges persist across Michigan.
Voting Opens for Detroit Free Press Girls Athlete of the Week
Four standout high school athletes from Ann Arbor, Utica, Farmington Hills, and Grosse Ile are finalists for the Detroit Free Press Girls Athlete of the Week for August 24-30. Voting is open until 3 p.m. on Thursday, September 3
Michigan School Districts Add Free Direct Primary Care for Staff
Three Michigan school districts are offering employees and their families free access to direct primary care clinics, aiming to reduce health care costs and improve access as insurance premiums and out-of-pocket expenses continue to rise.
Michigan Faces Urgent Calls to Address Statewide Education Gaps
Michigan's education system is under scrutiny as student literacy and math proficiency rates lag behind national averages, prompting renewed debate over state policies and urgent proposals for reform.
Florida Moves to Regulate AI Use in Public Schools and Colleges
Florida's education boards are preparing new rules to govern artificial intelligence in classrooms from pre-K through college, with policies aimed at student safety, parental notification, and academic integrity set for review and votes in September.
Meta Agrees to $17.1B Settlement Over Child Safety on Social Media
Meta will pay up to $17.1 billion to 47 states and U.S. territories over claims its platforms are addictive and harmful to children, with new safety rules for young users on Facebook and Instagram set to take effect over the next decade.
Michigan Education Leaders Urge State to Reject Federal Voucher Plan
Education experts in Michigan are calling on state officials to opt out of a proposed federal voucher program, warning it could destabilize public schools and divert resources from students and educators across the state.
Michigan Allocates $40M to Expand Dual Enrollment for High Schoolers
Michigan will provide $40 million in new state funding to help more high school students enroll in college courses, with priority given to districts serving economically disadvantaged students. The program aims to boost college readiness and degree attainment.
Oak Lawn Community High School Adds 17 New Staff for 2026-27
Seventeen new staff members, including teachers and specialists, are joining Oak Lawn Community High School in Illinois for the 2026-27 academic year, expanding support across multiple departments and student services
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