Michigan can’t cut its way to student success

By: Mike Haynes

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: April 28, 2026

Words: 750

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Across Michigan, there is a growing call for schools to “get back to the basics.” Given where Michigan stands academically, that argument makes sense on the surface. Literacy scores remain a concern, achievement gaps persist, and chronic absenteeism continues to challenge districts. Families want stronger outcomes, and educators know there is still important work ahead.

Michigan schools absolutely need to improve outcomes. But “back to the basics” is often interpreted too narrowly. It suggests academic …

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