Education

Coverage of schools from kindergarten through higher education, including trade and online classes.

CDFIs investments in childcare allows daycares like Detroit’s Lil Love Bugs to further invest in children’s futures

Childcare is not a family issue, but a workforce issue. Members of the MI CDFI Coalition showcase how investing in quality, affordable childcare and early childhood education positively impacts the entire community.

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Early childhood millages strengthen childcare system

Kalamazoo childcare millage would be a test case for the state.

Why early childhood belongs on every Michigan voter’s ballot

Why Michigan voters should pay attention candidates' stands on childcare and early learning.

Little Michiganders need more investment in early interventions

Michigan legislature’s FY 2027 state budget includes a much needed $1.45 million increase for Early On.

Primary care providers help expand oral health access through national training initiative

The 100 Million Mouths Campaign trains primary care providers to identify oral health concerns, expanding access and improving patient care beyond dental offices.

Childcare fraud myth misses the larger story

The disproven allegations have burdened providers and threaten access as fewer seek to enter the field.

A first-of-its-kind millage request on the August ballot to strengthen child care in Kalamazoo County

Kalamazoo County voters will decide in August whether to approve a first-of-its-kind child care millage that would create long-term funding to lower costs for families, support early childhood educators, and expand access to quality child care.

Childcare workforce crisis fuels push for wage reforms

Without sustained investment, families will continue to have difficulty accessing stable, high-quality childcare.

Navigating autism now more difficult for Michiganders

Autism Alliance of Michigan has laid off 75% of staff due to unexpected state funding cut.

Battle Creek’s push for kindergarten readiness a model for all of Michigan

Battle Creek Public Schools says kindergarten readiness in their communities has increased 300%.

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