https://muskegonpublicschools.org/pub/news/feeds/district_level_news en Thu, 07 May 2026 17:12:55 GMT https://muskegonpublicschools.org/pub/news/posts/1124 <p dir="ltr">April 21, 2026 - Muskegon Public Schools is proud to announce a transformative investment in our students’ futures to boost career-focused learning. We have been officially awarded $1.6 million from the 61V Career Tech Education Expansion Grant through the Michigan Department of Education, a significant win that underscores our commitment to providing world-class career and technical education.</p><p dir="ltr">This substantial funding is uniquely structured, with $400,000 specifically designated for each of these four premier specialized programs under the Innovation Academies of Muskegon (I AM):</p><ul><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Engineering &amp; Advanced Manufacturing: Funds will be used to integrate state-of-the-art robotics and precision machinery, ensuring our students are industry-ready for the evolving Michigan manufacturing landscape.</p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Criminal Justice &amp; First Response: This allocation will enhance our simulation technology and training equipment, providing future first responders with realistic, high-stakes preparation.</p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Business &amp; Entrepreneurship: We are expanding our "incubator" resources, allowing student-led ventures to access modern marketing tools and financial management software.</p></li></ul><p>Digital Media &amp; Design (formerly Technology, Art &amp; Design): Our creative suites will receive a major overhaul with the latest industry-standard software and high-performance hardware, bridging the gap between classroom learning and professional studio environments. <a target="_blank" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1m8FhVYlQHCqWReO6xkkz1o6kN4V4W869/view?usp=sharing">READ MORE</a></p> Thu, 07 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://muskegonpublicschools.org/pub/news/posts/1124 https://muskegonpublicschools.org/pub/news/posts/1125 <p>Thank you, Muskegon Community, for voting to invest in the future of our schools, students and community. The bond passed! #GoBigReds<br><br>Visit&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://muskegonpublicschools.org/bond/">https://muskegonpublicschools.org/bond/</a> to see the district enhancements that will be possible with the bond, while keeping the tax debt rate at 7.5 mills.</p> Thu, 07 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://muskegonpublicschools.org/pub/news/posts/1125