Information on Michigan academic standards and instructional resources.
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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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Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams give students the chance to tackle college-level work while they are still in high school and earn college credit and placement. Several different courses of study and exams are offered through this program.
If you have questions regarding AP in Michigan, please contact Jeff McNeal at McNealJ1@michigan.gov.
Webinar on how districts can use the AP Potential Tool to promote student participation in advance academic opportunities.
To remove the financial barrier to taking the AP, International Baccalaureate (IB), and CLEP exams, the State School Aid Act (MCL 388.1694) allocated $1.2 million dollars available to low-income students and their families. The law encourages students to take IB and AP courses, and participate in the exams associated with these courses. These exams can translate into college credit, subsequently reducing college tuition costs.
To help prepare students for college and even turn their efforts into scholarships, the Michigan Department of Education is proud to partner with the College Board to present the College Board Opportunity Scholarships program. It provides a six-step guide to help students and their families plan, prepare, and pay for college.
Information on college AP policies for credit
Information on college CLEP policies for credit
To provide financial and technical assistance to schools and teachers interested in expanding access to AP.
