Black Families Face Big Obstacles Transitioning to Remote Learning. But There’s Help.
The pandemic has forced many families to retool and figure out how to make school work in front of a...
Data Concerning COVID and Schools Points To Possibility of Safe Return To Classrooms
Earlier this year, Gov. Whitmer urged schools to offer in-person learning options by March 1. Some parents worry it's too soon...
After-School Program “Racquet-Up Detroit” is Building a New Facility in Northwest Detroit
Racquet Up Detroit is a non-profit organization that provides students with academic support and coaching in the sport of squash....
Pandemic Learning May Have Made Some Black Parents Homeschool Converts
Stacey Young is a mom of five – three boys, two girls. Trying to manage virtual learning when COVID precautions...
Livonia Officials Aim to Turn a Historic Park into a Holiday Gathering Space
Laura Herberg/WDET In Livonia, at Newburgh Road, just South of Eight Mile Road sits Greenmead Historical Park, a farm site...
AdoptUSKids Campaign Highlights Teen Adoption
Every year since 2004, AdoptUSKids has held a campaign promoting the importance of adoption from the U.S. foster care system. This...
Ford Motor Company Wants to Increase Diversity in the Law Field
Ford Motor Company is collaborating with two Detroit-area charter high schools to offer students information and training on careers in...
Detroit Public Schools Stop In-Person Classes
The Detroit Public Schools Community District is stopping all in-person learning in response to an increase in coronavirus cases in...
Research Shows Child Care Not Linked to Spread of COVID-19 Early in Pandemic
A Yale University study shows child care providers who worked during the first three months of the COVID-19 pandemic were...
If COVID Cases Spike, Detroit Schools Might Reconsider In-Person Class
The state's largest school district could stop allowing in-person instruction if coronavirus cases spike. Detroit Public Schools Community District Superintendent Nikolai...
Despite COVID Recession, Financial Aid Out of Reach for Disadvantaged Students
The price of four year universities in the country have continued to climb over the years, making it more difficult...
Juvenile Court Fees Burden Families, Provide Limited Revenue
Juvenile court fees and fines are often devastating to families who may already be facing financial hardships. The Michigan Center...
