Our State of Education
“Our State of Education,” presented by The Skillman Foundation, brings together the diverse voices that are shaping the future of learning in Michigan.Hosted by Angelique Power, president and CEO of The Skillman Foundation, with WJR’s Lloyd Jackson, the series explores how…
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School Safety Through Students’ Eyes (opens the original)
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Sept. 14, 2026 ~ School safety is often discussed in terms of policies, procedures, and headlines. But for students, safety is personal. Safety influences whether students feel welcomed, supported, and able to focus on learning. It shapes how they move through school buildings, how they interact with adults, and how they experience their communities. In this episode of Our State of Education, high school students share what safety means to them. This conversation explores a wide range of issues
School in the Digital Age: How Teens Feel about Tech (opens the original)
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Aug. 3, 2026 ~ For today’s students, technology isn’t something new or novel. From Chromebooks and online assignments to AI and social media, technology shapes nearly every aspect of the student experience. At the same time, schools are wrestling with questions about cell phone policies, AI tools, screen time, and how technology impacts learning, relationships, and mental health. In this episode of Our State of Education, we turn to the people experiencing all this the most: high school students
The Role of Philanthropy and Nonprofits (opens the original)
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July 6, 2026 ~ Strong communities are built by people who choose to show up for one another. Across Michigan, nonprofits, foundations, businesses, government agencies, and community organizations work every day to tackle challenges, create opportunity, and improve lives. While their approaches may differ, they share a common goal: helping communities thrive. On this episode of Our State of Education, hosts Angelique Power and Lloyd Jackson explore the role that philanthropy and nonprofits play i
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