Schools used to start with the teacher taking attendance or asking students to open their textbooks. Thanks to the Capturing Kid’s Hearts approach, teachers start the day by talking to kids about what is happening in their lives.
Before North Star was finished this past summer, special needs students were split into two different facilities based on age. Now middle school and high school students will share the same building.
According to federal data, a backpack costs about 11% more than it did in 2019. That’s why kids got the chance to get some free school supplies Thursday in Jackson.
With an up tick in COVID cases, lingering RSV concerns, and flu season approaching, parents said they are concerned for the safety of their kids when they’re back in the classroom in just a few weeks.
Both Michigan Center Schools and Northwest Community Schools are asking for additional funding from taxpayers to continue making improvements for district families.
Michigan State University is establishing guidelines on the use of artificial intelligence. University leaders said it’s a powerful tool that can help with everything - from teaching to writing a paper.
Defense attorneys made their case that Crumbley’s mental health issues and upbringing were contributing factors to the mass shooting that killed four students.
Federal student loan payments are making a comeback in October, but a refresh to the U.S. Department of Education’s income-based repayment plan could help borrowers better deal with their debt.
“Whether intended or not, the school district’s action has told LGBTQ+ students that they don’t count and that being themselves is something bad and something controversial.”
The school board voted 6-1 to approve what it calls a “content-neutral” policy, which has upset students and parents who support the LGBTQ+ school community.
It gives kids the chance to learn about careers in technology and the arts through hands-on activities. There’s also doll-making, robotics and exotic animals.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced a new statewide education department that will reach children of all backgrounds before they begin school, encouraging them to continue their education.
