Plans to improve Michigan’s K-12 schools depend on how the state funds public education
- Michigan voters will elect a new governor and all 148 state Legislature seats in November, with education as a key issue in the races.
- Candidates present competing ideas to improve literacy, teacher retention, and student supports, but success depends on how Michigan funds its public schools.
- Michigan's education budget exceeded $21 billion in fiscal year 2025, accounting for over 25% of the state's spending.
- Studies show student achievement improves with better-funded education, with recent revenues nearing 2002 levels due to high federal COVID-19 funding.
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Plans to improve Michigan’s K-12 schools depend on how the state funds public education
Research shows that increased school funding can improve academic outcomes for students. Paul Sancya/APMichigan voters will head to the polls in November to elect a new governor and vote for all 148 seats in the state Legislature. Education is expected to be a central issue in those races, with candidates offering competing visions for improving student outcomes and strengthening public schools. Whether the goal is improving literacy, attracting…
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