Information on Michigan academic standards and instructional resources.
Responsible for providing final decisions in administrative appeals to MDE.
Learn more about the MDE office responsible for providing leadership in curriculum and instruction that provides students with greater choices to prepare for success.
Early learning and development program resources for all children, birth to age eight, especially those in highest need.
Resources for educator certification, recognition programs, evaluation, and workforce research.
Resources related to financial and pupil accounting and auditing.
Options available for Michigan students that provide unique learning opportunities.
Resources for Michigan’s Out-of-School Time programs and providers.
Resources for programs and initiatives that support school improvement efforts.
Michigan has an innovative and comprehensive system of assessments to measure student achievement in learning our state content standards.
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
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Michigan has an innovative and comprehensive system of assessments to measure student achievement in learning our state content standards. These standards outline what educators believe students should know and be able to do in certain subjects and grade levels to be career and/or college-ready upon high school graduation. In Michigan, like in other states, a sampling of schools also participate in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) in grades 4, 8, and 12. Michigan summative assessments are required under the Michigan State School Aid Act and/or the Federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
Link to the 2022-23 Guide to State Assessments.
Link to report suspected violation(s) of assessment integrity or ethical conduct.
Resources and information on Michigan's school accountability systems, including the Parent Dashboard, School Index, and School Grades.
Application to participate in assessment committee(s).
Template to help plan for the safe administration of state assessments.
Important dates related to the administration of state assessments.
Practices ensuring accurate and meaningful assessment results.
Local Benchmark Assessment System required under PA 48 Section 104a.
Early Literacy and Mathematics Benchmark Assessments for grades K-2 developed with Michigan educators.
Tools for assessing student learning in dance, music, theatre, and visual arts for all K-12 students.
View current and past editions of the Spotlight on Assessment and Accountability.
