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Sharing Detroiters’ vision for education.

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At #MPC26, we sat down with state leaders from the Governor's Office, @mieducation, and @MichiganLEAP to discuss how they’re working together to improve child #literacy across Michigan through a shared, long-term vision.

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"Collaboration has led to progress in high-quality literacy curriculum, teacher training on the science of reading, tutoring and more, to boost literacy for Michigan students." @DrMaleyko @mieducation #studentsfirst #MPC2026

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"The power of this moment is that work is no longer happening in silos," says Michelle Richard, senior education advisor for the gov's office about collaboration happening across state leaders including
@mieducation and @MichiganLEAP #MPC2026

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"This is the moment for #Michigan to say, we're cutting red tape, removing barriers, working together, and moving student success forward." Dr. Beverly Walker-Griffea @MichiganLEAP #MPC2026 #miched

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"Michigan is a place of makers... makers of bridges to each other in this purple state. We have to be."
@angeliquepower on building #CommonGround #MPC2026

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Tomorrow we will be at #MPC26 talking with state leaders about how they’re working together for education change. They’ll illuminate where there is consensus and momentum already underway, and where common ground must still be built. Watch Live: https://t.co/ZEU7MyoFBI

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Meaningful, sustainable progress happens when we work together. The Skillman Visionary Awards celebrates changemakers who work across sectors, geographies, & politics to create an #education system that meets the aspirations of all students. Learn more at https://t.co/LZVAdQRDgr.

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Transforming #education starts with all of us. The Skillman Visionary Awards recognize a mix of educators, advocates, and policy influencers leading transformative change. We are proud to announce this year's Skillman Visionaries at https://t.co/LZVAdQRDgr!

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Youth should be everyone’s priority. Jerjuan Howard, director of Youth Affairs, shares how Detroit is embedding young people into the work of every city department, an initiative that may be the first of its kind in the country. https://t.co/egPRPqtU4P

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When teens gathered in mass downtown, @CityofDetroit saw an opportunity to co-create safe, welcoming, & productive spaces with them. On Our State of Education, Dr. Chanel Hampton shares how a conversation with youth led to Detroit's first Teen Kickback. https://t.co/mI8oS6AsGe

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On Our State of Education, Imani Foster, Communications Lead at 482Forward, shares why a citywide commitment to youth and education through the Mayor's office is what community members have been advocating for. Catch the full episode at https://t.co/k9yBaEOIDS

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Mayor Mary Sheffield joined Our State of Education to share how the @CityofDetroit is stepping up as a partner for Detroit students and families. Hear the full episode: https://t.co/xGzxFFWmYp

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State Superintendent @DrMaleyko believes putting students first is what drives his work. On Our State of Education, we discuss how collaboration and a shared vision can help move our schools forward while keeping students at the center. Full episode: https://t.co/egPRPqtU4P

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New technology is changing how students learn. High school student, Brian, asks new State Superintendent @DrMaleyko how state leadership is approaching tools like #AI in the classroom. Hear more on Our State of Education available on your favorite podcast platforms!

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Real progress starts with collaboration. On Our State of Education, State Superintendent (and hockey enthusiast!) @DrMaleyko talks about why working together across the education system and government is essential to supporting public school students. https://t.co/egPRPqtU4P 🏒

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High school student, Taylor Peterson, asks Michigan’s new State Superintendent @DrMaleyko how policymakers can support underfunded communities in light of federal budget cuts. Hear more in Episode 11 of Our State of Education: https://t.co/6yX01cm7Wn 🎧

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The choices made at the state level shape how schools serve students and families. On Our State of Education, our President and CEO, Angelique Power, sits with new State Superintendent @DrMaleyko to discuss his priorities for Michigan’s education system. https://t.co/egPRPqtU4P

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We are #hiring a Data Storyteller through the Council of Michigan Foundations Fellowship! This is a unique opportunity to translate #data into compelling narratives, visualizations, and tools for social change. Apply by May 8: https://t.co/JNV9xTlq00 🌟

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High school student, Lucy Stern, asks Michigan’s new State Superintendent @DrMaleyko how students can work with state leaders to create stronger #education policies. Hear more in Episode 11 of Our State of Education available on your favorite #podcast platforms! 🎧

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We're excited to announce $275,000 in Accelerator Grants to partners across Detroit's education ecosystem! The grants are funding opportunities for #collaboration, #partnership, and building common ground for #education systems change. Learn more here: https://t.co/zXltUZvtrA