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MSU EPIC team outlines Michigan K–12 funding pressures to St. Johns board
Summary
MSU Education Policy Innovation Collaborative presenters reviewed school finance trends, citing inflation, pension and categorical constraints and saying research shows sustained investment improves student outcomes.
Dr. Madeline Mavrogordato and Matthew Guzman of Michigan State University's Education Policy Innovation Collaborative presented an overview of Michigan school funding at the St. Johns Public Schools board meeting on June 22, 2026. They described how enrollment shifts, inflationary pressures, pension costs and categorical funding restrictions are placing increasing strain on district budgets.
The presenters highlighted research linking sustained investment in education to improved student outcomes and explained Proposal A's role in Michigan's school funding structure. Board members thanked the presenters for data that frames upcoming budget discussions; President Boak described the presentation as a helpful context-setting step ahead of the district's summer budget work. The board did not take action on funding policy at the meeting.
