Education Funding Updates

Fraser paraeducator wins MEA award: ‘Our perspective matters’

By Brenda Ortega MEA Voice Editor Michelle James In the 16 years since becoming a paraeducator in Fraser Public Schools, MEA member Michelle James helped form a union, assisted in bargaining the group’s first contract, and held every position in her local — including her current role as president. But it wasn’t until a recent bout with cancer that James…

August 20, 2026August 20, 2026

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 it provides to every student.…

August 17, 2026

MEA recommends champion for education Jocelyn Benson in Michigan governor’s race

The Michigan Education Association is recommending Jocelyn Benson’s candidacy for governor, the state’s largest public employee union and education organization announced Monday. Jocelyn Benson is the best candidate for governor when it comes to improving our public schools, bringing down costs for working families and creating a brighter future for every Michigan student, noted MEA’s Statewide Screening and Recommendation Committee,…

August 11, 2026