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In 2004 Michigan Future published a report on knowledge-based states having higher per capita income than manufacturing-based states. The data showed that the most prosperous

In 2004 Michigan Future published a report on knowledge-based states having higher per capita income than manufacturing-based states. The data showed that the most prosperous

Michigan Future is a long time supporter of charter schools. But not any charter. Our support has been for quality charter schools, those that are

The recently released MDRC evaluation of the Detroit Promise underscores the community college completion challenge. Despite adding financial incentives and intensive supports to free tuition,

Governor Whitmer with lots of bi-partisan and business community support has established the goal of 60 percent of Michigan adults having a post- secondary credential

Imagine extracurriculars being school. That is the theme of a fascinating and important New York Times column by Jal Mehta and Sarah Fine entitled High

The story we are told over and over again is for today’s students getting a four-year degree is no longer a good value for many.

Governor Whitmer’s first State of the State address marks a major turning point in the state’s approach to improving the well being of Michiganders. One

High schools that understand their mission to be the preparation of students who can be successful in any environment they choose after leaving high school–especially

I’m sure some of you are asking yourself “what does cosmetology schools have to do with crushing student loans?”. The preeminent story––which we are told

Over two decades of research has taught us one fundamental lesson: Talent = economic growth. The key to retaining and attracting talent is creating places
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