Strengthen schools and open the doors of educational
opportunities for all citizens
opportunities for all citizens
Michigan will need a highly skilled and highly educated workforce to be a powerhouse in the 21st century global economy, and it all starts in the classroom. Beginning with high-quality early childhood education and continuing through high school and beyond, we must ensure that every student has the opportunity to get the education needed to compete for the good-paying jobs of the future. In addition, House Democrats want to ensure that every resident who wants to go to college or trade school has the chance to do so.
Money will help thousands of residents land good-paying jobs available now
- — March 12, 2008
Eligible Genesee districts could provide free tuition by becoming Promise Zones
- — December 20, 2007
Funding will limit class sizes, help schools prepare students for good-paying jobs
- — October 31, 2007
Plans also include more money for K-12 schools, early education
- — August 27, 2007