The Bottom Line (At The Very Top)
Schools face a $1,000 per student funding cut as ESSER funds expire and Mi Kids Back on Track funding isn’t renewed.
The evidence is clear that efficient and effective high-impact tutoring will help
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners?
Do you believe in the transformative power of literacy?
Are you ready to be part of an AmeriCorps program, making the future brighter for Michigan students?
If
Let’s talk about the F word.
Fidelity.
What is fidelity in education, and why should I care?
Holly Windram - Executive Director.
Miles Green - Marketing and Communications Specialist.
Rio Timmerman - Marketing and Recruitment Assistant.
As educators, ”fidelity” is
MEC is committed to building the next generation of educators, advocates, and leaders. We do this by providing members with ongoing training and coaching support throughout their service. We put a lot of effort into ensuring all our AmeriCorps members
Attitudes Are Contagious
Andrew – Lead Literacy Interventionist
K-3 Reading Corps – Kentwood Public Schools
There is a saying: “Attitudes are contagious; is yours worth catching?” In the past, when I worked as a teacher, I put up a poster
MEC Summer Corps – Partner Spotlight
Reeth-Puffer Schools – Muskegon County
What is the mission of your organization? The mission of Reeths-Puffer Schools is to maximize the potential of all students and prepare them to compete and contribute as caring,
Student Growth – A Team Effort
Interview with Jen
K-3 Reading Corps Master Coach
Jen Thomas is a five-year Master Coach for Michigan Education Corps’ Reading Corps program. She was originally connected with the program while teaching in Detroit, as
Alison Mellon is a second-year Master Coach for Michigan Education Corps’ K-3 Reading Corps. In her education career that spans over 3 decades, she has served as a classroom teacher in Detroit and Charlevoix Public Schools, a literacy consultant at
Michigan Education Corps is an initiative of Hope Network, a non-profit organization that helps people overcome amazing odds.
Applications for 2025-2026 Member Positions Are OPEN!
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