Isabel Lohman, Author at Bridge Michigan https://bridgemi.com/author/isabel-lohman/ Michigan’s nonpartisan, nonprofit news source Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:45:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://bridgemi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cropped-android-chrome-192x192-1-32x32.png Isabel Lohman, Author at Bridge Michigan https://bridgemi.com/author/isabel-lohman/ 32 32 247008660 Gretchen Whitmer wants to boost literacy in Michigan. Here’s what to know https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/gretchen-whitmer-wants-to-boost-literacy-in-michigan-heres-what-to-know/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:37:41 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=73180 Gov. Gretchen Whitmer smiling while standing in front of a microphone.Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is calling for several programs to improve educational performance in Michigan. Here’s a breakdown of what’s been done so far. ]]> Gov. Gretchen Whitmer smiling while standing in front of a microphone.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is calling for several programs to improve educational performance in Michigan. Here’s a breakdown of what’s been done so far.

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Michigan school board member calls for fed probe over ‘indoctrination’ claims https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/michigan-school-board-member-calls-for-fed-probe-over-indoctrination-claims/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:36:12 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=73031 Nikki Snyder speaks at a State Board of Education meeting Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Lansing.A Republican State Board of Education member claims the agency is prioritizing sexual politics over test scores.]]> Nikki Snyder speaks at a State Board of Education meeting Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Lansing.

A Republican State Board of Education member claims the agency is prioritizing sexual politics over test scores.

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Short staff, Michigan schools use virtual special ed therapy. ‘This is not ideal’ https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/short-of-staff-michigan-schools-try-virtual-special-education-speech-therapy/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:52:52 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72996 a blank laptop on a deskAs school leaders see an increase in students with disabilities, they say there aren’t enough speech professionals to go around. Virtual therapists are a 'stop-gap' solution.]]> a blank laptop on a desk

As school leaders see an increase in students with disabilities, they say there aren’t enough speech professionals to go around. Virtual therapists are a 'stop-gap' solution.

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Michigan fight over special ed services lingers, years after COVID shutdown https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/michigan-fight-over-special-ed-services-lingers-years-after-covid-shutdown/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:10:59 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72988 empty classroom with red chairsA federal complaint over how Michigan should provide make-up services to students in special ed whose schools closed during COVID is in the hands of an administrative law judge.]]> empty classroom with red chairs

A federal complaint over how Michigan should provide make-up services to students in special ed whose schools closed during COVID is in the hands of an administrative law judge.

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Michigan high school graduation rate reaches a high. Look up your school https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/michigan-high-school-graduation-rate-reaches-new-high-look-up-your-school/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:04:23 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72940 a red graduation cap and tassel on a tableThe state’s four-year graduation rate is at a new high. Meanwhile, the drop out rate is down. ]]> a red graduation cap and tassel on a table

The state’s four-year graduation rate is at a new high. Meanwhile, the drop out rate is down.

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Michigan’s harsh winter and school closings: What to know https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/michigans-harsh-winter-and-school-closings-what-to-know/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:43:06 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72517 A snowy children's playgroundWhen the forecast turns extremely cold or snowy, superintendents call school off. It prompts cheers from students and some headaches for the school calendar.]]> A snowy children's playground

When the forecast turns extremely cold or snowy, superintendents call school off. It prompts cheers from students and some headaches for the school calendar.

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How much lottery ticket cash ends up in Michigan classrooms? We did the math https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/how-much-lottery-ticket-cash-ends-up-in-michigan-classrooms-we-did-the-math/ Wed, 04 Feb 2026 23:18:18 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72342 Two Michigan scratch lottery tickets against a blue background Every day, people hoping to win big contribute to the state’s School Aid Fund. But is that money enough to pay for schools? ]]> Two Michigan scratch lottery tickets against a blue background

Every day, people hoping to win big contribute to the state’s School Aid Fund. But is that money enough to pay for schools?

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ICE denies targeting schools as Michigan lawmakers eye restrictions https://bridgemi.com/michigan-government/ice-denies-targeting-schools-bus-stops-amid-tense-michigan-debate/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:24:49 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72080 ICE agentsAs Michigan lawmakers debate banning ICE enforcement at schools, the agency on Thursday denied claims stemming from recent arrests in Ypsilanti. ]]> ICE agents

As Michigan lawmakers debate banning ICE enforcement at schools, the agency on Thursday denied claims stemming from recent arrests in Ypsilanti.

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Ypsilanti schools warn parents to take precautions amid reported ICE detentions https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/ypsilanti-schools-warn-parents-to-take-precautions-amid-reported-ice-detentions/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 20:28:30 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=72022 A welcome sign outside a high school campus in YpsilantiYpsilanti Community Schools is urging families to make care plans and know their rights as reports of immigration enforcement by bus stop emerge. ]]> A welcome sign outside a high school campus in Ypsilanti

Ypsilanti Community Schools is urging families to make care plans and know their rights as reports of immigration enforcement by bus stop emerge.

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‘Blindsided’ by budget cut, Michigan early childhood programs fight to survive https://bridgemi.com/talent-education/blindsided-by-budget-cut-michigan-early-childhood-programs-fight-to-survive/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:14:45 +0000 https://bridgemi.com/?p=71949 A child's hands work an abacusAcross the state, Michigan early childhood groups work to connect families to resources. But the state has cut off funds leaving many in limbo.]]> A child's hands work an abacus

Across the state, Michigan early childhood groups work to connect families to resources. But the state has cut off funds leaving many in limbo.

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