Author: Interlochen Public Radio
Alpena schools get tough on absenteeism. Parents donât make it easy
Educators are warning parents, scheduling meetings and even threatening charges. Many still miss school: âItâs like theyâre not afraid of the consequences at this point,â one says….
Michigan absenteeism FAQ: Whoâs to blame? What are penalties to schools, kids?
Michigan kids miss far more school than their peers. What to know about the crisis, from how many days are required and why the stateâs recently retired superintendent is calling for Lansing to intervene….
Five reasons health insurance rates are rising so much in Michigan
From increasing hospital costs, insurance provider consolidation and inflationary pressures, the answer is as complex as the health care system itself….
Michigan food stamp payments to resume Saturday â but be cut in half
Michiganders who missed food stamp payments are expected to get reduced payments Saturday. Halved benefits from the federal government will be âa disappointment,â a health official acknowledged….
Michigan K-12 crisis: State slow to respond as kids miss school, scores fall
Michigan has some of the highest absenteeism rates in the nation â and worst reading scores. Itâs not a coincidence, but unlike other states, Michigan has been slow to pursue reforms….