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Early childhood millages strengthen childcare system
Kalamazoo childcare millage would be a test case for the state.
Childcare fraud myth misses the larger story
The disproven allegations have burdened providers and threaten access as fewer seek to enter the field.
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.
Ferris State taps public health dentist to launch Michigan’s first dental therapy program
Dr. Deborah Brown will lead Michigan's first dental therapy program at Ferris State, preparing providers to improve access to routine dental care.
Detroit Defies America’s Reading Recession: Inside the Quiet Comeback of DPSCD
DPSCD has been named a national “Success Story” for sustained post-pandemic progress.
The wheels on the bus go ’round and ’round: Grand Rapids’ Central Station Early Childhood Center
The Rapid takes mom and dad to work -– and the littles to a brand new daycare opening in September 2026.
How Talent Together is helping solve the teacher shortage
In response to statewide teacher shortages, Michigan has invested in alternative routes to teacher certification. One program, Talent Together, helps Metro Detroiters realize their dreams of becoming teachers by providing a free education and a paid student-teaching experience.
Community Development Financial Institutions help rural Northern communities fund affordable housing, education, support small business growth
Rural communities often experience a lack of capital access due to bank mergers, or community banks leaving their areas. CDFIs step in to bridge the gap by providing crucial capital, workshops, and referrals to rural communities — funding affordable housing, high-quality education, and community development with small business growth.
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%.
Early childhood millages strengthen childcare system
Kalamazoo childcare millage would be a test case for the state.
Childcare fraud myth misses the larger story
The disproven allegations have burdened providers and threaten access as fewer seek to enter the field.
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.
Ferris State taps public health dentist to launch Michigan’s first dental therapy program
Dr. Deborah Brown will lead Michigan's first dental therapy program at Ferris State, preparing providers to improve access to routine dental care.
Detroit Defies America’s Reading Recession: Inside the Quiet Comeback of DPSCD
DPSCD has been named a national “Success Story” for sustained post-pandemic progress.
The wheels on the bus go ’round and ’round: Grand Rapids’ Central Station Early Childhood Center
The Rapid takes mom and dad to work -– and the littles to a brand new daycare opening in September 2026.
How Talent Together is helping solve the teacher shortage
In response to statewide teacher shortages, Michigan has invested in alternative routes to teacher certification. One program, Talent Together, helps Metro Detroiters realize their dreams of becoming teachers by providing a free education and a paid student-teaching experience.
Community Development Financial Institutions help rural Northern communities fund affordable housing, education, support small business growth
Rural communities often experience a lack of capital access due to bank mergers, or community banks leaving their areas. CDFIs step in to bridge the gap by providing crucial capital, workshops, and referrals to rural communities — funding affordable housing, high-quality education, and community development with small business growth.
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%.
