Thirteen grantees will help Michiganders age 23 and older earn their high school diploma and begin a career training program.
Lansing, Michigan —The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) today received $3 million in state funding to help adults 23 and older earn a high school diploma and participate in career training programs that lead to in-demand careers. announced the person. Bigger paycheck.
“The data is clear: The more you learn, the more you earn. This is one of the reasons why we have a bipartisan approach to education, including adult learners. This applies to all Michiganders.” governor whitmer. “This investment will help more Michiganders ‘make it’ in Michigan, creating opportunities to achieve economic independence and build a brighter, more prosperous future for families and businesses.”
The 13 Michigan Adult Education 23+ High School Diploma Program grant recipients are:
- Allegan Public Schools – $51,000
- Belding Adult Education – $40,000
- Detroit Public Schools Community District – $31,500
- Fremont Public School District – $24,000
- Graduation Alliance – $2,196,500
- Lapeer County Intermediate School District – $46,000
- Orchard View Adult Education – $150,000
- Plainwell Community School – $29,000
- Royal Oak School – $48,000
- Southgate Community School District – $100,000
- Sparta Regional School Adult Education – $150,000
- Westwood Heights School – $79,500
- Zeeland Adult Education – $54,500
“Earning a high school diploma is an important first step for Michiganders to earn the degrees and certifications they need to secure good-paying jobs and financial security,” said LEO Director. . Susan Corbin. “The Adult Education 23+ High School Diploma Program helps us fulfill our mission of closing equity gaps, removing barriers, and supporting people on their path to economic prosperity.”
Each grantee will provide a variety of services to adult learners age 23 and older in Michigan, including dropout relearning services, academic performance assessments, and integrated learning planning. We also offer remedial coursework, employability skills development, and career training leading to industry-recognized qualifications.
“The Adult Education 23+ High School Diploma Program will help close the talent gap and ensure that adult learners are equipped with the skills that Michigan employers need to grow and thrive in an ever-changing global economy. We will make sure that you are able to acquire this knowledge.” Stephanie BeckhornDirector of LEO's Employment and Training Bureau.
Funded programs are also required to provide these adult learners with access to a strong support framework that includes technology, social, and academic supports.
Westwood Heights School's Academy West Adult Education, a grantee for ages 23 and older, recently helped students with the goal of earning a high school diploma in hopes of securing higher-paying employment. Did. As students progress toward their diplomas, they have taken advantage of career preparation services and career and technical education (CTE) courses offered as part of Academy West's programs. He is currently one class away from completing his degree and has gained valuable skills through CTE courses. You already have opportunities for advancement and can find full-time, higher-paying employment after completing your degree.
“Adult learners are a critical component in closing the skills gap and achieving our state's goals of making Michigan a prosperous place to live,” he said. Chad Sitterkopf, Academy West Adult Education Program Coordinator. “The 23+ grant will go a long way toward improving the services that adult education programs can provide across the state. We were able to provide them with additional support that could lead them to obtain a diploma and move on to higher-paying jobs or post-tertiary training.”
Improving access to adult education provides opportunities for adults to improve their educational skills, especially math, reading, and writing, earn a high school diploma, and become better English speakers. We support initiatives to learn more and earn more.
Adults without a high school diploma are encouraged to contact their local adult education provider. LEO has an online tool called the Adult Education Services Locator that allows visitors to enter a city or postal code to search for a variety of services nearby. For more information about Michigan's adult education programs and to use the Adult Education Services Locator tool, visit Michigan.gov/LearnMoreEarnMore.
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