East Lansing School Board Takes Over Middle School Athletics, Modifies First Day Schedule

Overview: At the recent East Lansing School Board meeting, the board announced that the East Lansing Public Schools (ELPS) will assume responsibility for McDonald Middle School’s athletic program, which was previously managed by the City of East Lansing. The board also discussed changes to the first day of school schedule, construction updates, and personnel actions.

Grand Rapids School Board Faces Scrutiny Over Staff Layoffs and Budget Priorities

Overview: The Grand Rapids School Board meeting on July 14th was marked by discussions and passionate public comments addressing the district’s financial priorities, staff layoffs, and administrative decisions. The board’s deliberations revealed concerns about teacher retention, executive pay disparities, and community involvement in leadership transitions, amid a broader debate over funding allocations and policy revisions.

Traverse City School Board Approves $20.2 Million Design Plan for Central High School Renovation

Overview: In a recent session, Traverse City Area School Board approved a $20.2 million budget for the design phase of Central High School’s renovation project, marked as “option three.

Community Education Council District 25 Prioritizes Cell Phone Policy and Educational Support Initiatives.

Overview: In a recent Community Education Council District 25 meeting, members discussed a new cell phone policy for schools, educational programs to enhance student support, particularly in literacy and mathematics, and the implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). The meeting also covered the integration of instructional strategies and the importance of civic engagement among students.

Texas State Board of Education Approves Updates to STEM Curriculum for Grades K-8

Overview: During a brief meeting, the Texas State Board of Education’s Committee on Instruction approved updates from Accelerate Learning Inc. to the STEMScopes Texas math curriculum, covering grades K-8 and Algebra 1. The updates, part of the Embers Cycle 2024, aim to enhance the instructional materials based on feedback received by the statutory deadline. The committee acted under the authority delegated by the full board, meaning this approval does not require further board review.