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Our EOY Showcase is THIS WEEK! We invite you to join us Thurs, 6/11 at 4pm EST for a virtual showcase of our 2025-26 Policy Fellows. 🎉
Please register via Zoom here 👉 teachplus.zoom.us/meeting/re…
We look forward to seeing you there! 🙌
@TeachPlusMI invites you to join us on Thurs, June 11th at 4pm ET for a virtual showcase of our 2025-26 Policy Fellows. You'll have the opportunity to learn about their experience and accomplishments. 🎉
Register here: teachplus.zoom.us/meeting/re…
We look forward to seeing you there!
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This Pride Month, we celebrate LGBTQ teacher leaders who create opportunities for students and foster classrooms where every learner can thrive and reach their full potential.
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Michigan schools aren’t offering equal access to advanced coursework - Chalkbeat chalkbeat.org/detroit/2026/0…
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@TeachPlusMI invites you to join us on Thurs, June 11th at 4pm ET for a virtual showcase of our 2025-26 Policy Fellows. You'll have the opportunity to learn about their experience and accomplishments. 🎉
Register here: teachplus.zoom.us/meeting/re…
We look forward to seeing you there!
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In her op-ed published by @skillmanfound, @TeachPlusMI fellow Michelle Vanhala shares why all students need access to college and career opportunities that match their dreams
Read here: skillman.org/news/students-n…
#mied #TeachPlusMI #TeacherAdvocacy #TeacherVoice
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In his latest op-ed published by @detroitnews, @TeachPlusMI fellow Zachary Fix shares why Michigan must do more to retain educators who serve as the pillars of our school communities.
Read here: detroitnews.com/story/opinio…
#mied #TeachPlusMI #TeacherAdvocacy #TeacherVoice
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Teach Plus Michigan retweeted
New educator voice on the blog đź“Ł @MsVanhala, @teachplus #michigan Policy Fellow and science teacher, details how all students should have access to college and career opportunities that match their dreams. Read her full story: bit.ly/4skKrD6
#education #storytelling
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In an op-ed for @MichiganAdvance, @TeachPlusMI fellow Megan Syed shares why language support must replace labels. She argues that with the right teacher training & resources, we can bridge the gap between language dev & true learning needs.
Read here: michiganadvance.com/2026/03/…
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"When you give all students the chance to try, with no strings attached, their futures open up."
In this week’s Newsblast: @TeachPlusMI Policy Fellow Erin Kraker on advocating for all students to have the opportunity to thrive.
Learn more and subscribe: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-0ED0983…
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#MichiganTeachers, there is still time to apply for our Policy Fellowship! No policy experience is required. You can take part in shaping educational policy that directly impacts your classroom.
Apply here: bit.ly/4rqhB4O
#TeachPlus #TeacherLeaders #Michigan #education
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Interested in learning more about Michigan’s Policy Fellowship? Join Teach Plus Michigan for an info session! Learn more about our Policy Fellowship and how you can deepen your knowledge of education policy and advocacy.
Register here: bit.ly/4bQioHd
#TeachPlus #MIEd
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Incredible day at the Capitol!🏛️We are so proud of our Fellows for leading powerful conversations to ensure Michigan’s students remain a top priority.🍎A huge thank you to the legislators who spoke with us and @MichLeague for being our HQ for the day!🤝
#TeachPlusMI #MIEdu
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The Transition to Post-Secondary group is out in full force! 🎓 Fellows connected with Reps. Joseph Fox, @deboernancy, @VoteWooden & staff from the office of @SenPolehanki to advocate for smoother pathways for MI graduates. We are proud of their work!✨
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Advocacy as a team!🤝Our Teacher Retention & Transition to Post-Secondary Fellows met with Sen. @darrincamilleri. From keeping great teachers in classrooms to preparing students for life after graduation, we're building a stronger MI together.🙌
#MIEdu #MILeg #TeachPlusMI
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A productive meeting between our Teacher Retention group and Representative Karl Bohnak! They discussed teacher retention and the essential policies needed to support Michigan’s educator workforce. 🙌
@Bohnak109th
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Our Transition to Post-Secondary group is gearing up to meet with legislators about the future of Michigan’s graduates.✨They’re pushing for expanded opportunities and smoother pathways for students transitioning to life after high school.🎓
#TeachPlusMI #MIEdu #EducationPolicy
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Bringing teacher voices to the House floor! 📣Early Literacy Fellow Erin Larson met with Rep. @ReginaforRep to advocate for the science of reading and its impact on Michigan’s students. 📖
#TeachPlusMI #MIEdu #TeacherAdvocacy #MILeg #EducationPolicy
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Our Equitable Funding group is at the Capitol to ensure every Michigan student has the resources to thrive. ✨
Fellows are advocating for a more equitable funding model, including increased support for special ed.
#TeachPlusMI #MIEdu #TeacherAdvocacy #MILeg #EducationPolicy
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Representing our Teacher Retention group, Fellows Marcia, Kyle & Zach met with Rep. Markkanen to share the reality of the teaching profession. They’re helping shape the policies needed to support and retain MI's dedicated educators.🍎
#TeachPlusMI #MIEdu #MILeg #EducationPolicy
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From the classroom to the Capitol! Our Early Literacy Fellows Arshala Washington & Erin Larson met with Rep. @MattforMichigan to discuss the impact of early literacy and the science of reading for Michigan’s education system. 📚
#TeachPlusMI #MIEdu #MILeg #EducationPolicy
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