MI Talent Together

Beth Botts is completing her apprenticeship year while finishing the coursework required to earn her elementary teacher certification. Through hands-on classroom experience with Wyandotte Public Schools and academic preparation through Michigan University, Beth is building the skills, confidence, and knowledge needed to lead her own classroom.

Congratulations, Beth, on reaching this exciting milestone in your journey to becoming a certified educator! 💙

🌱 We're busy planting the seeds for something special.

From thought-provoking sessions and inspiring speakers to meaningful networking opportunities, we're hard at work preparing for the inaugural Talent Together Educator Workforce Conference: Harvesting Teacher Talent: From Policy to Practice.

Register Now: https://mitalenttogether.org/conference/

Whether you're an education leader, policymaker, researcher, workforce partner, or Grow Your Own practitioner, this conference is designed with you in mind.

Save your spot and join us in Ann Arbor this October as we explore solutions, share ideas, and grow the future educator workforce together.

📅 October 21–22, 2026
📍 Washtenaw ISD | Ann Arbor, MI

📣 Just 2 weeks left to submit your proposal!

Do you have innovative ideas, promising practices, or lessons learned related to educator workforce development? We invite education leaders, practitioners, policymakers, researchers, and partners to share their expertise at the inaugural Michigan Talent Together Educator Workforce Conference: Harvesting Teacher Talent – From Policy to Practice.

We're seeking engaging workshops, panel discussions, and interactive sessions that inspire action and strengthen the educator workforce.

🗓️ Proposal Deadline: June 30, 2026
📍 Conference Date: October 22, 2026 | Ann Arbor, Michigan

Submit your proposal today: mitalenttogether.org/rfp/
Conference Registration: mitalenttogether.org/conference/

Dr. Eric Hoppstock, Superintendent of Berrien RESA and Talent Together Board Vice President, shares an important perspective from the field of special education.

Talent Together is helping address Michigan's educator shortage by creating pathways to teacher certification in the state's highest-need areas. Almost half of our Teacher Candidates are pursuing certification in special education.

Highlight on Apprentice Teacher Amy Clark at Plymouth-Canton Community Schools! Amy is finishing up her apprenticeship and coursework at Davenport University to receive her lower elementary teacher certification.

Excited for the difference she will continue to make in Michigan classrooms.

Request for Proposals for the Inaugural MI Talent Together Conference in October are open now through June 30th!

We’re looking for engaging workshops, panels, and interactive sessions focused on educator preparation, mentorship, teacher retention, policy, innovation, and strengthening the educator workforce.

🍂 The call for proposals is now open for the Michigan Talent Together Inaugural Conference: Harvesting Teacher Talent: From Policy to Practice!

We’re looking for engaging workshops, panels, and interactive sessions focused on educator preparation, mentorship, teacher retention, policy, innovation, and strengthening Michigan’s educator workforce.

📅 Proposals are due by June 30
📍 Conference Date: October 22, 2026 | Ann Arbor, Michigan

Registration is also officially open! Learn more, submit your proposal, and register today at:
https://mitalenttogether.org/conference/rfp/

Watch this amazing highlight featuring Talent Together alumni Jenny Packard, Shelby Curtiss, and Steven Funk at Johannesburg-Lewiston Area Schools! 🎉

A special thank you to Superintendent Katy Xenakis-Makowski for her leadership and commitment to creating pathways for future educators.

We're grateful for our incredible district partners, dedicated teacher candidates, and all those working to strengthen and sustain the teaching profession in Michigan. Together, we're helping more aspiring educators achieve their dreams and serve the communities they call home. ❤️🍎

https://www.9and10news.com/2026/06/03/michigans-talent-together-program-breaks-barriers-for-aspiring-educators/

Michigan’s Talent Together program breaks barriers for aspiring educators The Talent Together program in Michigan is helping adults transition into teaching careers by providing scholarships and flexible education schedules. The program partners with colleges across the state to break down barriers for individuals like Jenny Packard, Shelby Curtis, and Steven Funk, who we...

We're proud to be featured in Metromode 's latest story highlighting how Talent Together is helping address Michigan's teacher shortage by removing barriers to becoming an educator. Through free tuition, paid on-the-job learning, and local support, aspiring teachers across Metro Detroit and beyond are turning their dreams of teaching into reality.

Thank you to Laura Fitzgerald and Metromode for sharing the stories of the dedicated individuals building the future of Michigan's educator workforce.

Read the full story: https://metromodemedia.com/how-talent-together-is-helping-solve-the-teacher-shortage/

Join us as a partner or sponsor for MI Talent Together's Inaugural Conference, "Harvesting Teacher Talent: From Policy to Practice." Taking place October 21–22 in Ann Arbor, MI. This event brings together education leaders, workforce partners, policymakers, and higher education institutions.

Our conference sponsors will gain valuable nationwide visibility while supporting meaningful conversations and innovative solutions to strengthen and sustain the educator pipeline.

Explore our sponsorship tiers and secure your spot today!

👉 Learn more and register: mitalenttogether.org/conference