Michigan Education & Schools tag:www.mlive.com,2019:/education/index.ssf/3940 2019-02-12T17:04:38Z The Latest Education News, Updates, Photos, Videos and Opinions Movable Type Enterprise 4.29-advance Should kids learn multiple languages in school? tag:www.mlive.com,2019:/education/index.ssf/3940.22117456 2019-02-12T17:00:00Z 2019-02-12T17:04:38Z From elementary school to high school, kids learn things like math, reading and basic science. But for many kids, some subjects--like learning a second language--are not offered at all. The Tylt http://connect.mlive.com/user/TheTylt/index.html From elementary school to high school, kids learn things like math, reading and basic science. But for many kids, some subjects--like learning a second language--are not offered at all. Are boarding schools effective? tag:www.mlive.com,2019:/education/index.ssf/3940.22107041 2019-01-14T13:00:00Z 2019-01-14T13:04:42Z When it comes to education, everyone wants the best. The Tylt http://connect.mlive.com/user/TheTylt/index.html When it comes to education, everyone wants the best. Is it worth it to go to an elite college? tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/education/index.ssf/3940.22097926 2018-12-17T13:00:00Z 2018-12-17T13:05:04Z Some say your college years are the most important of your life The Tylt http://connect.mlive.com/user/TheTylt/index.html Some say your college years are the most important of your life Are standardized tests helping or hurting students? tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/education/index.ssf/3940.22097025 2018-12-15T14:00:36Z 2018-12-15T14:05:42Z For decades, standardized tests have played a key role in the U.S. education system. The Tylt http://connect.mlive.com/user/TheTylt/index.html For decades, standardized tests have played a key role in the U.S. education system. UM panel discussing professors' politics and responsibilities to students tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/ann-arbor/index.ssf/4001.22092021 2018-12-04T14:26:00Z 2018-12-04T14:27:11Z The panel, led by President Emeritus James J. Duderstadt, has began surveying the university community and will host several open meetings. Martin Slagter | mslagter@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/mslagter/index.html The panel, led by President Emeritus James J. Duderstadt, has began surveying the university community and will host several open meetings. Grand Rapids teacher won't face charges for allegedly choking student tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/3625.22090361 2018-11-30T23:08:36Z 2018-12-01T14:06:18Z Kent County Prosecutor says there is not sufficient evidence to charge Grand Rapids schools teacher with assault. Monica Scott | mscott2@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/mlscott/index.html Kent County Prosecutor says there is not sufficient evidence to charge Grand Rapids schools teacher with assault. Kent County Clerk apologizes for second election mistake in GRCC race tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/3625.22090247 2018-11-30T21:00:23Z 2018-12-01T14:02:30Z The Grand Rapids Community College race was not included on two township ballots in Allegan County. Monica Scott | mscott2@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/mlscott/index.html The Grand Rapids Community College race was not included on two township ballots in Allegan County. Unsubstantiated Facebook threat forced Greenville schools to divert students tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/3625.22089252 2018-11-29T16:23:42Z 2018-11-29T16:50:08Z Greenville Public Schools had an unsubstantiated threat reported Nov. 29. Monica Scott | mscott2@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/mlscott/index.html Greenville Public Schools had an unsubstantiated threat reported Nov. 29. Grand Rapids superintendent forum attracts engaged, diverse audience tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/3625.22088979 2018-11-29T02:17:16Z 2018-11-29T14:59:29Z Grand Rapids schools is holding town hall meetings about selecting its next superintendent. Monica Scott | mscott2@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/mlscott/index.html Grand Rapids schools is holding town hall meetings about selecting its next superintendent. Muskegon schools exploring facilities bond proposal tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/muskegon/index.ssf/4582.22088810 2018-11-28T22:41:04Z 2018-11-29T17:43:55Z The future needs of Muskegon Public Schools were discussed during a community committee meeting this week. Justine McGuire | justine_mcguire@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/jmcguire1/index.html The future needs of Muskegon Public Schools were discussed during a community committee meeting this week. Muskegon college spends $190K to fix pool at old Y it may not keep tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/muskegon/index.ssf/4582.22088520 2018-11-28T20:12:06Z 2018-11-28T20:12:57Z The funds will be used to replace an aged and failing boiler that serves the pool and hot tub. Justine McGuire | justine_mcguire@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/jmcguire1/index.html The funds will be used to replace an aged and failing boiler that serves the pool and hot tub. Data entry error prompts recount in the GRCC Board of Trustees race tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/3625.22088077 2018-11-27T22:59:56Z 2018-11-28T22:02:16Z There will be a recount in the Grand Rapids Community College Board of Trustees election. Monica Scott | mscott2@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/mlscott/index.html There will be a recount in the Grand Rapids Community College Board of Trustees election. Muskegon Community College set to open health and fitness center tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/muskegon/index.ssf/4582.22087852 2018-11-27T20:24:32Z 2018-11-27T21:12:20Z The 52,400-square-foot building on the college's main campus is finished about 4 months early. Justine McGuire | justine_mcguire@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/jmcguire1/index.html The 52,400-square-foot building on the college's main campus is finished about 4 months early. Muskegon school board VP misses more than half of meetings tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/muskegon/index.ssf/4582.22087038 2018-11-27T18:10:02Z 2018-11-27T18:11:55Z Louis Churchwell missed a majority of board meetings between December 2017 and October 2018. Justine McGuire | justine_mcguire@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/jmcguire1/index.html Louis Churchwell missed a majority of board meetings between December 2017 and October 2018. Malware attack on college prompts week-long systems shutdown tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/muskegon/index.ssf/4582.22087211 2018-11-26T21:25:00Z 2018-11-26T21:25:42Z Muskegon Community College was attacked on Nov. 19. Justine McGuire | justine_mcguire@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/jmcguire1/index.html Muskegon Community College was attacked on Nov. 19. Should high schools be required to teach financial literacy? tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/education/index.ssf/3940.22084672 2018-11-22T17:00:54Z 2018-11-22T17:05:22Z Many say that in order to combat the debt crisis, financial education should start earlier. The Tylt http://connect.mlive.com/user/TheTylt/index.html Many say that in order to combat the debt crisis, financial education should start earlier. Grand Valley State receives $248K to help prevent campus sexual assault tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/3625.22083981 2018-11-21T01:43:55Z 2018-11-21T12:38:45Z Grand Valley State University received the most grant funding out of 22 schools. Monica Scott | mscott2@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/mlscott/index.html Grand Valley State University received the most grant funding out of 22 schools. West Ottawa voters will decide $98M school bond proposal in May tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/3625.22083453 2018-11-20T17:45:09Z 2018-11-20T17:47:29Z The West Ottawa school board voted to put in a $98M bond proposal on the May ballot. Monica Scott | mscott2@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/mlscott/index.html The West Ottawa school board voted to put in a $98M bond proposal on the May ballot. Elementary students 'going into the woods' for outdoor-classroom learning tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/3625.22082778 2018-11-20T16:07:07Z 2018-11-20T16:43:33Z Northview Public Schools launched a Field School program this school year. Monica Scott | mscott2@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/mlscott/index.html Northview Public Schools launched a Field School program this school year. School sinking fund ballots to be recounted by hand after tie tag:www.mlive.com,2018:/news/muskegon/index.ssf/4582.22080765 2018-11-16T16:58:02Z 2018-11-16T17:19:42Z If the tie holds after the recount on Wednesday, Dec. 5, the 10-year, 1-mill proposal will be defeated. Justine McGuire | justine_mcguire@mlive.com http://connect.mlive.com/user/jmcguire1/index.html If the tie holds after the recount on Wednesday, Dec. 5, the 10-year, 1-mill proposal will be defeated.