In celebration of National School Counseling Week, the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) encourages all Michiganders to honor the unique contributions school counselors make in helping students achieve educational success — especially their work helping students explore career pathways, pursue a skill certificate or degree and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
In recognition of the national commemoration, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed Feb. 5-9, 2024, as School Counseling Week in Michigan.
“Every student deserves to be surrounded by trusted adults who are helping them thrive today and plan their future. Thank you to each and every school counselor across our state who has committed their careers to creating a brighter future for kids,” said MiLEAP Acting Director Michelle Richard. “Here at MiLEAP, we are especially grateful for the role school counselors play in helping s
In her sixth State of the State speech, Whitmer outlined 10 goals. Most are more modest than in years past, reflecting the reality of an election year and temporarily split House of Representatives.
The Whitmer administration publicly admonished State Superintendent Michael Rice for failing to distribute $140 million earmarked for teacher literacy training nearly six months after the money was awarded.