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Educationally Speaking

Issue 65 | April 2025
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*Be sure your email address is up-to-date in the **Michigan Online Educator Certification System* [ [link removed] ]* to receive important notifications regarding YOUR certificate.*

**Please see the *archived newsletters [ [link removed] ]* for other important information that affects licensure.**

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Noteworthy News
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Educator Workforce Data Report Updated

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) is excited to announce updates to the data displayed in the Educator Workforce Data Report [ [link removed] ]. Data collection, analysis, and dissemination are integral to developing, supporting, and sustaining a high-quality, well-prepared, and collaborative education workforce. From recruitment into teacher preparation programs to certification and employment, the metrics included in this report contribute to a portrait of Michigan’s educational ecosystem.

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In Case You Missed It:
Applications for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Student Loan Repayment Program Now Open!

MDE is currently accepting applications for the FY25 Student Loan Repayment Program *through Monday, May 19, 2025.* This year, eligible school staff members must apply directly for the program, using the link on the Student Loan Repayment Program webpage [ [link removed] ].

*IMPORTANT: *You *must *apply to receive the FY25 payments, regardless of your participation status last year.

*Please ensure that you review all requirements in advance* if you plan to apply for the Student Loan Repayment Program. To facilitate a successful application, applicants *must *have all electronic loan documents or screenshots prepared at the time of submission, along with their Personnel Identification Code (PIC) numbers, as required for school staff members.

Application information, including the updated eligibility requirements, timeline, and instructions are currently available on the Student Loan Repayment Program webpage [ [link removed] ].

For questions about Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) status, please contact your student loan service provider or review information on www.studentaid.gov/pslf [ [link removed] ]. For all other questions about the Student Loan Repayment Program, please contact [email protected].

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#proudMIeducator
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*2025 Education Workforce Virtual Job Fairs*

The 2025 job fairs, held virtually, are open to employers of educators and all individuals seeking to work in the education field. They will leverage the Radancy [ [link removed] ] (formerly Brazen) platform, which features increased functionality and ease of use. 

The next job fair will take place on:

*Wednesday, May 14, 2025 *

For further information and to register, job seekers and employers should visit the Education Workforce Job Fairs webpage [ [link removed] ].

For information on how to become a certified educator in Michigan, please visit the Educator Certification webpage [ [link removed] ]. 

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