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Connecting MTSS and Third Grade Reading Law
Written by: Mark Raffler, Kent ISD The Kent ISD Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) team has been working for the past six years to develop the understanding and capacity of local districts to balance the behavior and academic demands put forward by the State of Michigan. The latest legislation put into place, focused on academic…
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MDE “Top 10 in 10 Roadshow” Visits GR in April
“We have a tremendous opportunity, working together as a state, to lift student achievement using these goals and strategies. This requires open minds and the will from all involved to make it work.” State Superintendent Brian Whiston Michigan’s Education Vision is for “Every learner in Michigan’s public schools to have an inspiring, engaging, and caring…
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Will ESSA Impact You? Yes!
“With this bill, we reaffirm that fundamentally American ideal—that every child, regardless of race, income, background, the zip code where they live, deserves the chance to make of their lives what they will.” — President Barack Obama New Education Law In 2002, No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) was put into effect to help educators…