Michigan Merit Curriculum Revised

Governor Snyder has signed legislation revising the Michigan Merit Curriculum to allow school districts the flexibility to enhance career technical education programs. Snyder says the goal is to make sure students have options for career-oriented courses that include material from rigorous subjects and that maintain high educational standards. One bill amends the Michigan Merit Curriculum to allow students to fulfill the Algebra II requirement by completing a career and technical education program that has the material embedded into lessons. It also provides additional opportunities for students to pursue courses that will prepare them for careers in skilled trades, while maintaining high standards in terms of required curriculum. The other measure requires that students be informed about potential career and technical education options and streamlines the process for students who wish to pursue the personal curriculum option.