Some significant changes have been proposed for Michigan’s K-12 social studies standards, and the Michigan Department of Education is seeking public comment on the changes. As leaders in public education, MASA members are encouraged to share their feedback.
The MDE has provided the following resources for review:
- Social Studies Standards: 2007 to 2018 Side-by-Side Comparison
- Social Studies Standards: Cut and Cap Version
- Social Studies Standards: Final Version
The deadline for public comments is June 30. Comments can be submitted online by clicking here. Additionally, the MDE is holding a series of in-person meetings. These Listen and Learn Sessions are scheduled to run from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and will be held at the following locations:
- June 19 at Saginaw ISD, 3860 Fashion Square Boulevard
- June 20 at Oakland Schools, 2111 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford
- June 26 at Eastern UP ISD, 315 Armory Place, Sault Ste. Marie
- June 27 at Michigan Library & Historical Center, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing
- June 28 at Kent ISD, 2930 Knapp Road, Grand Rapids