Michigan Awards Nearly $10 Million in Mentoring Grants to 239 Districts for New Teachers and Administrators
The Michigan Department of Education announced in Lansing on November 9 that 239 districts across the state will receive close to $10 million in mentoring grants supporting induction for new teachers and mentoring for new school administrators.
About $8.5 million goes to 199 intermediate and local education agencies for teacher mentoring and induction programs, and $1.5 million goes to 118 districts to contract with approved providers for administrator mentoring. The funding is authorized under Section 27h of the fiscal 2025 State School Aid Act.
State Superintendent Dr. Glenn Maleyko said experienced mentors help new teachers settle into the classroom faster and reduce attrition. State Board of Education President Dr. Pamela Pugh said the investment supports Goal 7 of the state's Top 10 Plan: certified teachers in shortage areas.
Michigan, like much of the country, faces teacher shortages, and high early-career attrition is a persistent challenge for districts. (Source: Michigan Department of Education)
Source: Michigan Department of Education
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