Launch Michigan @launchmich

Launch Michigan is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reimagining Michigan's public education system & creating better opportunities for all students. launchmichigan.org Joined May 2018

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

a week ago

Congratulations to Dr. Glenn Maleyko on his appointment as Michigan’s State Superintendent! We appreciate his commitment to public education. Launch Michigan stands ready to partner on big priorities like the Michigan Education Guarantee. Together, we can move Michigan forward.

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

4 weeks ago

We appreciate thoughtful reporting by @BridgeMichigan on Michigan’s education system. Thank you, Isabel Lohman, Ron French, and Mike Wilkinson, for exploring the challenges and possibilities for better outcomes for students. Read more: bridgemi.com/category/talen… #michiganeduction

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

4 weeks ago

The @UMich Youth Policy Lab’s K-12 governance report highlights the need for aligned state leadership in Michigan’s education system. We agree more and are committed to collaborating to transform our system. More:launchmichigan.org/responsibility #michiganeducation

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

a month ago

Placing the state near the bottom in math, Michigan’s current system isn’t working. Bold systematic realignment is needed to ensure our graduates are ready to compete in today’s global economy. Read more @BridgeMichigan: bit.ly/3JfLRxQ #michiganeducation

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

a month ago

Michigan students deserve a bold, collaborative reformer as our next superintendent. Read our board’s full commentary @BridgeMichigan: bridgemi.com/guest-commenta… via @BridgeMichigan

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

2 months ago

Thank you @MIAttyGen @JeremyAllenMoss @GovWhitmer for standing up for Michigan’s kids. These federal education grants are essential to providing resources and support for our students. This lawsuit fights to give every Michigan child access to opportunities. #michiganeducation

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

2 months ago

The excitement around education hasn’t faded, and we have the solution. Our 3 bold pillars: Reinvention, Responsibility, and Resources. Committing to these means real change for Michigan students. Learn more: launchmichigan.org #michiganeducation

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

3 months ago

7 of 8 Michigan school districts lag in math. Students are still being prepared for jobs from 50 years ago. Launch Michigan calls for bold reform focusing on career-connected learning. Join us: launchmichigan.org #Michiganeducation #education

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

3 months ago

Michigan’s education system needs an upgrade. This @freep piece featuring Venessa Keesler shows where we’re headed and how the Michigan Education Guarantee can help. Learn more: freep.com/story/news/edu… #Michiganeducation #education

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

3 months ago

Michigan is 1 of only 3 states where 4th-grade reading scores have declined since 2003. As others improve, we’re falling further behind. Our kids deserve better, and we’re ready to take action. launchmichigan.org #LaunchMI #educationmatters

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

3 months ago

Fixing Michigan’s education system meant fixing the system, not the people. With our K-12 system ranked 41st, cross-partisan leaders at #MPC25 called for proven reading strategies, career-connected learning, and stable accountability. Learn more: launchmichigan.org #LaunchMI

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

3 months ago

Michigan’s path from 41st to top 10 in K-12 will take bold ideas and cross-sector teamwork. At #MPC25, Gary Torgow and Dr. Nikolai Vitti shared what it’ll take to make lasting progress. Learn more: launchmichigan.org #MichiganEducation #EducationMatters

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

3 months ago

At #MPC25, @SenatorCamilleri and @SenatorMcBroom called for bold change to rethink Michigan’s diploma—revamping it and expanding career-connected education so every student graduates ready to launch. We couldn’t agree more: launchmichigan.org

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

3 months ago

A high school diploma should mean being ready for the real world. In Michigan, it often doesn’t. It’s time to make readiness the rule, not the exception. We must: ✔️Set clear standards ✔️Invest in students ✔️Realign our system for accountability More: launchmichigan.org

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

4 months ago

#DYK only 1 in 3 Michigan high school graduates is ready for college based on SAT scores. It is time to invest in real change. Our students—and the future of Michigan—deserve better. Learn more: launchmichigan.org #LaunchMichigan #EducationMatters

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

4 months ago

Over $1.1B has been invested in the past 3 years to recruit, certify, and support Michigan’s educators. It’s making a real impact—but there’s more to do. Read our latest report on tackling the teacher shortage: launchmichigan.org/research #LaunchMichigan

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

7 months ago

.@GovWhitmer's state budget recommendation includes historic investments in education – holding the state accountable for better preparing our children for life beyond high school. But we have more work to do. Learn more: bit.ly/4k0mK0f

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

9 months ago

Launch Michigan is hosting a series of virtual learning sessions. Join us on December 16 at noon for the second session about Michigan's current education landscape, curriculum, content standards and more. Register for the webinar today: bit.ly/41rCpyu

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Launch Michigan @launchmich

10 months ago

⏰ Grants Clock Update: As of November 5, $1.99 billion of the $3.8 billion in grants Launch Michigan is tracking for the current fiscal year have been allocated to classrooms. Learn more and explore the Grants Clock: bit.ly/4hSPXcd

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Skillman Foundation @skillmanfound

11 months ago

Launch Michigan (@launchmich) announced a new tool designed to provide transparency regarding the public school grant distribution process and hold the state accountable for the efficient distribution of funds for classrooms. Learn more here: bit.ly/3UolFDX