Michigan governor proposes $625 million for student literacy programs

Michigan governor proposes $625 million for student literacy programs

Governor Gretchen Whitmer's office unveiled a proposed state budget on Wednesday that includes what officials say is a historic $625 million investment in student literacy and achievement programs across Michigan. A $625 million investment into literacy programs is getting praise from parents and educators in Jackson County. Grass Lake Community Schools superintendent said the investment would revive programs like summer school in his district. …

Literacy Top Priority in Gov. Whitmer’s Final Year

Photo: Ryan Garza ~ USA TODAY NETWORK Feb. 11, 2026 ~ Pamela Good, co‑founder & CEO of Beyond Basics, joins Ryan Ermanni as Gov. Whitmer puts literacy front and center in her new budget proposal. We break down what this means for Michigan students, why literacy is becoming a statewide priority, and how community leaders are pushing for real change.DETROIT, MICH. ~ In Gov. Whitmer’s final year as the political leader of Michigan, she is …