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Will the Test Gods Please Listen? May 16, 2023 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Carl Brownlee makes an appeal for standardized test reform for students facing a number of challenges. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

A Love Letter to Michigan Teachers May 9, 2023 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson shares her love for her fellow educators and highlights the positive impact she hopes to pay forward from teachers who influenced her. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Students Face Mental Health Crisis, but There's Hope April 18, 2023 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Jennifer Sepetys shares the way she's been helping her students deal with an increase in mental health issues. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Starting a Love of Math at the Elementary Level April 11, 2023 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson shares the ways she promotes math equity and helps instill a love of learning in her elementary students. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Congrats to the 2023-24 MI Regional Teachers of the Year April 10, 2023 The Michigan Department of Education has announced the 2023-24 Michigan Regional Teachers of the Year, an award The Meemic Foundation is proud to sponsor. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Education Has Gone to the Dogs! March 21, 2023 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Stacy Trosin introduces us to Rosie, a therapy dog that visits her school to help students smile and feel better when they are struggling. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Community Matters in School and Beyond March 14, 2023 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson talks about the importance of laying a foundation for children to forge safe and meaningful relationships. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Spring Meemic Foundation Updates March 10, 2023 Meet Michele Pizzo, a 30-year veteran of Detroit schools who is helping spread the word about The Meemic Foundation, and get the latest info on exciting upcoming events. ... Topic: Notes from the Director

The ‘Specials’ Are Essential to Education February 21, 2023 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Ashleigh Lore shares her and her students' thoughts on the importance of classes that break the "traditional" classroom mold. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Mentorship Benefits Teacher Leaders and Those They Help February 15, 2023 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson talks about the importance of mentorship for veteran teachers and new educators alike. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year