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MiLEAP

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MiLEAP

@MichiganLEAP

Our mission is to improve outcomes from birth to postsecondary so all people can succeed with a path to a high-demand, high-paying career in Michigan.

Lansing, Michigan

Joined July 2023

MiLEAP
@MichiganLEAP
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MiLEAP Deputy Director Emily Laidlaw talks about the new Child Care Small Business Hub, a one-stop resource to help providers navigate licensing, staffing, finances, and other challenges. A strong child care system = a strong economy Watch the interview: bit.ly/4v0LD0y
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MiLEAP
@MichiganLEAP
Jun 10
PreK for All participation has increased by 475% in Marquette and Alger counties over the past five years! More Michigan children are getting a strong start through free, high-quality prekindergarten opportunities. Read the story:
Registration open for Michigan's PreK for All program
From myupnow.com
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MiLEAP
@MichiganLEAP
Jun 10
Literacy creates possibility. Applications are now open for Michigan's Every Child Reads Champions Council, bringing together leaders to help advance literacy across the state. Apply today: michigan.gov/whitmer/appoin… Learn more: go.mi.gov/du9su2664
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MiLEAP
@MichiganLEAP
Jun 9
A record number of families came together this weekend to celebrate literacy! Celebrate Your Child Literacy Day was hosted by Region 6 of the MiFamily Engagement Center in partnership with @sccresa and community partners. Thank you to everyone who made it a success!
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MiLEAP
@MichiganLEAP
Jun 9
A first-of-its-kind approach to child care access. The new Central Station Early Childhood Center in GR is located inside @TheRapid's downtown hub, helping make high-quality early learning more accessible for families who rely on public transportation. grymca.org/central-statio…
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MiLEAP
@MichiganLEAP
Jun 8
Get a tuition‑free skills certificate or degree at your local community college, plus a $1,000 Michigan Achievement Bonus for Pell‑eligible students, with the Community College Guarantee! Get started at mi.gov/achievement #MiAchievement #Sixtyby30
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MiLEAP
@MichiganLEAP
Jun 3
Webinar TODAY (6/3)! Affordable, reliable child care strengthens Michigan’s workforce. Join MiLEAP & Pulse at 2:30–4 p.m. for a free webinar on why child care is a workforce strategy. Register: tinyurl.com/pulsewebinar #MiLEAP #ChildCare
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MiLEAP
@MichiganLEAP
Jun 2
Child care educators are small business owners—and their success helps families, communities and Michigan's workforce thrive. Michigan is launching a new statewide support hub to connect providers with coaching, resources and business support. Read more: go.mi.gov/q5ofb2628
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MiLEAP reposted
Michigan Center for Adult College Success
@MIAdultSuccess
May 15
After receiving survey data about Michigan Reconnect students from @MichiganLEAP, our team put our heads together to outline five actionable, evidence-based policy recommendations for state legislators, institutional leaders, and community partners.
Unlocking Michigan's Talent Pipeline
From mcacs.talentfirst.net
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Oakland County Michigan Works!
@OaklandMIWorks
May 22
#OaklandCounty employers, starting next month, @MichiganLEAP will begin hosting a series of webinars to help support staff in need of childcare. Attend to gain solutions that can help you remove childcare barriers and improve retention. Find details at michigan.gov/MiLEAP.
Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential
From michigan.gov
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Skillman Foundation
@skillmanfound
May 27
"The power of this moment is that work is no longer happening in silos," says Michelle Richard, senior education advisor for the gov's office about collaboration happening across state leaders including @mieducation and @MichiganLEAP #MPC2026
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer
@GovWhitmer
May 28
Earlier this year, I set a clear goal: Every Child Reads. To support our long-term focus on literacy, I’m bringing leaders together to serve on our Every Child Reads Champions Council. Literacy is a marathon, not a miracle. Our bipartisan work must continue after I leave office.
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer
@GovWhitmer
May 29
Right now, prices are rising on the essentials. Here in Michigan, we’ve made real progress to put more money in people’s pockets. 💰Cut over $1 billion in taxes 💰Cut taxes on tips, overtime, and social security 💰Delivered free pre-K and community college tuition-free
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