MEA President praises Gov. Whitmer for focusing on student literacy in State of the State

The following can be attributed to Michigan Education Association President Chandra Madafferi in reaction to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s State of the State address, in which the governor made improving student literacy a top priority for her final year of office:

“Exceptional educators equipped with the right training and tools will make a big difference for student literacy — so long as we stay committed over time to a consistent, rigorous approach to this critical work. Whether a student is already an excellent reader or needs additional support, it’s imperative to improve reading skills for all students, no matter where they live.

“MEA appreciates the focus Gov. Whitmer is bringing to this issue, and we are committed to working together to lead on literacy.”

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MEA announces additional federal and state candidate recommendations

The Michigan Education Association is proud to announce recommendations for the following federal races, in collaboration with the National Education Association: U.S. Senate: Abdul El-Sayed 7th Congressional District: William Lawrence 10th Congressional District: Christina Hines During recent screening interviews with MEA members, these candidates have shown they share MEA’s commitment to the promise of public education and the opportunity […]