Education

Coverage of schools from pre-k and kindergarten through higher education, including trade and online classes.

Local entities partner to help nurses complete BSN, address nursing shortage

Local colleges, universities, and employers across Mid-Michigan are partnering together to address the nursing shortage and prepare students for a more successful future in the workforce.

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Grand re-opening to be held for Friendship Field at the Discovery Museum

The Mt. Pleasant Discovery Museum is hosting a grand re-opening celebration for Friendship Field with a happy Hula Party this Friday, Aug. 23, from 4 to 6 p.m. The event, which is free for members and included with the price of admission otherwise, includes tie-dye activities, goodie bag giveaways, a hula contest, sidewalk chalk, and more.

Christina Pavlak.
Michigan’s home visiting programs bring support to new parents

A wide range of perinatal home visiting programs bring professional support to Michigan's new moms and moms-to-be, helping to fill the void of community support and develop vital skills. 

Mid Michigan College increases scope of Advanced Integrated Manufacturing program

The Advanced Integrated Manufacturing Program at Mid Michigan College has expanded to feature five distinct pathways students can follow toward their careers, better preparing area residents to join the workforce.

Julie Ribaudo.
Infant mental health programs create better futures for little Michiganders and their parents

Most people don’t really think about infant mental health until they notice its absence – but the difference can be stark to the observer and life-changing for the infant.

Cleveland Sparrow (left) with a student working with a robot.
Michigan students discover Professional Trades careers through hands-on experience

Throughout Michigan, employers and educators are offering programs designed to provide students the tools they need to succeed in careers in the Professional Trades.

Mount Pleasant Discovery Museum Provides Hands-On Learning for Children

Since 2012, the Mount Pleasant Discovery Museum has offered a way to make learning fun and interactive for kids! Its most recent exhibit is the Honey Money Bank, which was added last year and sponsored by Isabella Bank.

CMU approved to offer online classes for nursing program

Approved by The Institutional Actions Committee of the Higher Learning Commission earlier this month, the new program allows students with active RN licenses to complete a bachelor’s degree in just a year’s time--and all from the comfort of their home.

Tall Ship Celebration sails into Bay City this July

Visitors to this year’s Tall Ship Celebration, which takes place from July 18-21 in downtown Bay City, have the opportunity to sample history while greeting the Pride of Baltimore II, a ship that’s become a Great Lakes Bay Region favorite.

Don Hire, Secretary of the Mid-Michigan Woodcrafters Club, and Tom Delia, President of the Mid-Michigan Woodcrafters Club, inspect some of the toys that have already been made to give to charity at Christmas this year.
Isabella County woodcrafters work year round to create Christmas toys for charity

Though Christmas is still over six months away, work is well underway at Santa's satellite shops in central Michigan. 

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