April 12, 2018, Introduced by Senator HILDENBRAND and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled
"The state school aid act of 1979,"
by amending section 2 (MCL 388.1602), as amended by 2011 PA 62, and
by adding article V.
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN ENACT:
Sec.
2. As used in this article, and article IV, and article
V, the words and phrases defined in sections 3 to 6 have the
meanings ascribed to them in those sections.
ARTICLE V
Sec. 297. (1) For the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019,
there is appropriated for the public schools of this state and
certain other state purposes relating to education the sum of
$100,000,000.00 from the talent investment fund created under
section 8a of the higher education loan authority act, 1975 PA 222,
MCL 390.1158a.
(2) The funds appropriated under this section for 2018-2019
are a work project appropriation, and any unexpended funds for
2018-2019 are carried forward into 2019-2020. The purpose of the
work project is to improve this state's talent pool by training
citizens for high-demand career fields, providing educational
supports, expanding career exploration opportunities, and
supporting innovative teachers and curriculum. The estimated
completion date of the work project is September 30, 2023.
(3) Except as otherwise provided in this article, payments to
districts and intermediate districts under this article shall be
paid on a schedule determined by the department.
Sec. 297a. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $21,900,000.00 for
the expansion of K-12 education programs that focus on creating
competencies in high-demand fields.
(2) From the allocation in subsection (1), there is allocated
an amount not to exceed $20,960,000.00 for competitive grants to
districts, intermediate districts, community colleges, colleges,
and universities that are members of and apply on behalf of a
talent consortium, in a form and manner prescribed by the
department and the department of talent and economic development.
(3) For purposes of competitive grants allocated under
subsection (2), all of the following shall apply:
(a) Districts, intermediate districts, and other eligible
applicants as described in this section working in conjunction with
a talent consortium shall apply in a form and manner determined by
the department of talent and economic development and the
department.
(b) Grants awarded under this section must be paid over 3
years beginning in 2018-2019.
(c) Funds received under this section may be used by members
of the talent consortium for any of the following:
(i) Stipends for industry mentors to assist in teaching
classes in high-demand fields. Grants awarded for this purpose
shall not exceed $5,000.00 per mentor per year.
(ii) Testing or project fees on behalf of pupils for the
purpose of earning credentials in high-demand fields. Grants
awarded for this purpose shall not exceed $200.00 per pupil. An
advanced placement test does not qualify for funding under this
subsection unless it is a test for physics c: electricity and
magnetism, physics c: mechanics, computer science a, computer
science principles, or additional tests as determined appropriate
by the department, in collaboration with the department of talent
and economic development.
(iii) Relevant equipment that is used in courses that result
in credentials in high-demand fields. In order to use funds for
this purpose, the talent consortium of which the applicant is a
member must commit to provide an equal amount of matching funds
toward equipment purchases. Grants awarded for this purpose shall
not exceed $20,000.00.
(iv) Professional development for teachers who improve their
capacity to teach high-demand skills. The department shall publish
a list of preferred partners and providers and shall give
preference to applications utilizing those partners or providers.
The department shall determine the grants awarded under this
subdivision. Grants awarded for this purpose shall not exceed
$5,000.00 per teacher.
(v) The hiring of full-time staff to create or expand a
program in a high-demand field. In order to use funds for this
purpose, the applicant must commit to continuing to provide the
program for at least an additional 3 years following the final
disbursement of funds. It is the intent of the legislature that
programs created or expanded using funds for this purpose become
sustainable through increased enrollment, community partnerships,
or other means. Grants awarded for this purpose shall not exceed
$100,000.00.
(d) Programs that receive grant funds under this section must,
to the extent possible, use a competency-based instructional model.
(4) From the allocation in subsection (1), there is allocated
for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $940,000.00 to the department
for costs related to the administration of this section.
Sec. 297b. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $6,100,000.00 for
the purposes of strengthening curricula, materials, professional
development, instructional practices, pupil projects, and other
items needed for competency development and credentials in high-
demand fields.
(2) From the allocation in subsection (1), there is allocated
an amount not to exceed $4,000,000.00 for competitive grants to
members of talent consortiums for the development of new curricula,
materials, professional development, instructional practices, and
pupil projects in high-demand fields. Grants shall be awarded in
the following manner:
(a) No more than 10 grants shall be awarded in amounts between
$50,000.00 and $100,000.00 per recipient for the newly created
curriculum, which must include at least professional development,
materials, lesson plans, pupil projects, and other needed items in
a field or topic that lacks sufficient curriculum, as determined by
the department, in collaboration with the department of talent and
economic development.
(b) No more than 100 grants shall be awarded in an amount
between $15,000.00 and $25,000.00.
(c) No more than 40 grants shall be awarded in an amount less
than $15,000.00.
(d) If the state superintendent does not expect to reach the
maximum number of each grant type listed in this subsection prior
to fiscal year 2021-2022, the state superintendent may direct the
department to reprioritize the remaining grant dollars to maximize
the creation of items in high-demand fields under this section.
(3) The department, in collaboration with the department of
talent and economic development, shall ensure that applications for
grants awarded under subsection (2) include all of the following:
(a) A demonstration of a focus on competency-based
instruction.
(b) A commitment that any items created using awarded funds
are, to the degree practicable, made open source, which means that
they are made available for use electronically and at no charge to
other educational institutions in this state in order to replicate
the program.
(c) A commitment that an employer or entity representing
employers that is also a member of the recipient's talent
consortium will be directly and meaningfully involved in the
creation of the curriculum. The application must include a letter
from the applicant detailing how the employer or entity
representing employers will be involved in the creation of the
curriculum.
(4) Districts, intermediate districts, community colleges,
colleges, and universities that are members of and apply on behalf
of a talent consortium are eligible to apply for grants under
subsection (2), in a form and manner prescribed by the department
and the department of talent and economic development.
(5) The department, in collaboration with the department of
talent and economic development, shall, to the extent possible,
award grants under this section in a manner that minimizes the
creation of items that are similar to items already in existence
and maximizes the creation of new curricula, instructional
materials, lesson plans, pupil projects, and other items in areas
where those items do not already exist.
(6) From the funds allocated in subsection (1), there is
allocated an amount not to exceed $2,000,000.00 to the department
for providing technical assistance to districts to help districts
integrate the Michigan merit curriculum into competency-based
programs, including career and technical education programs.
(7) From the funds allocated in subsection (1), there is
allocated an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 to the department for
costs related to the administration of this section.
Sec. 297c. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $11,600,000.00 for
the talent equipment program described in this section.
(2) From the allocation under subsection (1), there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $11,225,000.00 for
competitive grants to districts and intermediate districts. A
district or intermediate district that is a member of a talent
consortium is eligible to apply for a grant under this section, in
a form and manner prescribed by the department and the department
of talent and economic development. An application for a grant
under this section must include at least all of the following:
(a) A proposal for a capital infrastructure initiative and a
description of how the proposed capital infrastructure initiative
will align with the talent agreement of the talent consortium and
provide increased career opportunities for pupils and adult
learners in high-demand fields.
(b) Demonstrated evidence of employer demand for the proposed
capital infrastructure initiative and related career and technical
education training, including documentation of industry involvement
in the initiative that will allow for, at least, work-based
learning opportunities, apprenticeships, and teacher externships.
(c) A budget for the proposed capital infrastructure
initiative, including demonstrated commitment from members of the
talent consortium to sustain the initiative beyond the initial
grant funding.
(d) A description of how the proposed capital infrastructure
initiative aligns with other programs in the region and how the
equipment will be utilized by initiative partners.
(e) Any other information determined appropriate by the
department of talent and economic development and the department.
(3) Grant funds awarded under this section must be used to
purchase equipment for use in educational programs that build a
more qualified and skilled workforce in emerging and high-demand
fields and result in competencies or credentials in those fields.
In addition, each grant recipient is encouraged to consider leasing
equipment to encourage the use of the most advanced equipment.
(4) Grants must be awarded in a form and manner determined by
the department of talent and economic development. All of the
following apply to a grant application under this section:
(a) If an applicant agrees to provide crowdsourced matching
funds from individuals, local businesses, or other community
entities of at least 33% of the grant award and successfully
engages in a widely-used crowdfunding website, as determined by the
department, the grant may be awarded in an amount not to exceed
$350,000.00 per applicant. The department shall create additional
rules, restrictions, and regulations regarding the number and
nature of donors that qualify under this subdivision. The
department shall create and provide a logo to be used on
crowdfunding websites for the purposes described in this
subdivision.
(b) If the applicant agrees to provide matching funds of at
least the amount of the grant award, grants may be awarded in an
amount not to exceed $150,000.00 per applicant.
(c) The department of talent and economic development shall
give preference to applications that include prehiring agreements
related to equipment purchased with grant funds awarded under this
section.
(5) The department of talent and economic development shall
evaluate grant applications under subsection (4) in collaboration
with the department. A member of the governor's talent investment
board may serve in an advisory capacity in the evaluation process,
as determined appropriate by the department of talent and economic
development.
(6) Not later than December 15, 2019 and not later than
December 15 of each subsequent year through 2022, a grant recipient
receiving grant funding under this section shall report to the
department, the department of talent and economic development, the
house and senate appropriations subcommittees on state school aid,
the house and senate fiscal agencies, the governor's talent
investment board, the Michigan's future talent council, and the
state budget director information regarding equipment purchased or
leased with grant funds awarded under this section in the
immediately preceding school year. The report must include, at
least, growth data on program involvement, retention, and
development of pupil and adult learner skills with a focus on high-
demand careers.
(7) From the allocation under subsection (1), there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $375,000.00 to the
department of talent and economic development for costs related to
the administration of this section.
Sec. 297d. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $3,000,000.00 for
competitive grants to districts or consortia of 2 or more districts
for the design and implementation of competency-based education
programs and for the purposes under subsection (5). A grant under
this section must not exceed $100,000.00.
(2) A district or consortia of districts seeking a grant under
this section shall apply in a form and manner prescribed by the
department. Not later than January 31, 2019, the department, in
collaboration with the department of talent and economic
development, shall announce grant recipients. The department shall
provide any necessary and applicable waivers to grant recipients
for the purpose of implementing the proposals described in the
application, with the exception of any waiver related to state
assessments. Applications under this section must include all of
the following:
(a) An educational model that allows the use of multiple and
innovative methods to determine pupils' achievement of grade-level
competencies and credit under the Michigan merit curriculum in a
subject area or in combined subject areas, including, at least,
public presentations, submission of research papers, attaining
marketable workforce credentials, and mentoring other pupils.
Competency assessments used to determine mastery must be aligned to
Michigan's academic standards.
(b) Curriculum that allows for a majority of instructional
time to be spent on pupil-driven projects, including a capstone
project as part of high school graduation requirements, if
applicable. These projects must include multiple subject areas and
21st century skills such as leadership, teamwork, problem solving,
and communication. Instruction time may be during a nontraditional
school calendar.
(c) A comprehensive formative assessment system to monitor
pupil academic achievement pace and ensure that pupils receive
timely, differentiated academic support based on their individual
learning needs in different subject areas.
(d) An innovative partnership with employers or institutes of
higher education, or both, to provide contextualized learning
opportunities that emphasize attainment of competencies that
include application and creation of knowledge, along with the
development of work-ready skills.
(e) A plan for the transition away from a grade-level system
of pupil promotion to a competency-based system of pupil promotion.
This plan must include messaging to parents describing the benefits
of, and steps taken to implement, a competency-based instructional
model.
(f) A plan for a scope and timeline of professional
development for school instructional and administrative staff.
(g) A commitment to maintain participation in statewide
assessment and accountability systems for pupils being served by
programs funded under this section.
(h) A description of how the applicant will be an ambassador
for competency-based learning, including a commitment to mentor
other districts that wish to convert to a competency-based
instructional model.
(i) Any other information determined necessary by the
department to evaluate the grant proposals.
(3) Upon completion of the planning phase described in this
section, the department shall collect information necessary from
grant recipients to compile a report. The report must include, at
least, the following information:
(a) A description of successes and challenges implementing
competency-based instructional models, including the identification
of specific barriers for pupils and districts in implementing a
competency-based learning instructional model and ways to address
those barriers.
(b) An identification of best practices for adoption and
implementation of a competency-based learning instructional model.
(c) Recommendations for competencies to be included in a high-
quality competency-based learning instructional model.
(d) The types of assessments used to evaluate a pupil's
mastery of those competencies.
(e) Increases in pupil achievement, postsecondary attainment,
employment, and the acquisition of skills such as leadership,
critical thinking, and perseverance as a result of the transition
to competency-based learning and how these outcomes can be realized
by other districts adopting the model.
(f) The feasibility of expanding competency-based education
models statewide, including needed policy changes.
(4) Not later than December 1, 2020, the department shall
provide the report compiled under subsection (3) to the department
of talent and economic development, the house and senate
appropriations subcommittees on school aid, the house and senate
fiscal agencies, and the state budget director.
(5) From the allocation in subsection (1), there is allocated
for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $450,000.00 for statewide
supports and $50,000.00 for the administration of grants under this
section. The department shall develop the necessary capacity-
building infrastructure, tools, transcripts, and reporting
mechanisms to support the implementation of competency-based
education models in districts and consortia of districts receiving
funding under subsection (1) with the goal of offering these tools
statewide. The department shall collaborate with grant recipients
to support the statewide implementation of competency-based
education, utilizing the information collected under subsection
(3).
Sec. 297e. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $4,000,000.00 for
competitive grants to public universities. A public university is
eligible for a grant under this section if it is a member of the
Michigan university research corridor. Grants awarded under this
section are for the purposes of improving curriculum and
instruction in high-demand fields, increasing the numbers of
individuals who are trained to teach in high-demand fields, and
evaluating the programs funded under this article.
(2) From the allocation in subsection (1), there is allocated
for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $2,000,000.00 for competitive
grants to eligible public universities for the purposes of creating
high-quality, Michigan-specific, employer-driven curricula, student
experiences, teacher professional development and certification
models, workforce credentials where credentials do not exist, and
instructional models to improve teacher preparation and instruction
in high-demand fields. The department and the department of talent
and economic development shall jointly award grants under this
subsection in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 per program area.
At least 1 grant shall be awarded for the purpose of creating a
21st century mobility engineering curriculum that focuses on
autonomous and connected vehicle technology. To be eligible to
receive a grant under this subsection, an applicant must
demonstrate cost-sharing of no less than 50% of the grant amount.
An eligible public university shall apply for funding under this
section in a form and manner prescribed by the department and the
department of talent and economic development. Curricula,
materials, professional development, and other items created using
funding under this subsection should be designed to be made
available to all education entities statewide, as practicable.
(3) From the allocation under subsection (1), there is an
amount allocated for 2018-2019 not to exceed $2,000,000.00 for a
grant to an eligible Michigan public university to support the
Michigan's future talent council. To be eligible for a grant under
this subsection, a public university shall apply for a grant under
this subsection in a form and manner prescribed by the department
and the department of talent and economic development. Grant funds
awarded under this subsection shall be used to conduct the
evaluation component of programs funded under subsection (2) for a
period of at least 4 years. An eligible public university receiving
funds under this subsection shall agree to perform at least all of
the following activities:
(a) Statistical analysis.
(b) Program evaluation.
(c) Labor market analysis.
(d) Other data, research, and consultative efforts related to
current and future in-demand workforce certificates and high-demand
fields.
(4) A recipient of grant funds awarded under subsection (3)
shall submit a report to the department, the house and senate
appropriations subcommittees on state school aid and higher
education, the house and senate fiscal agencies, and the state
budget director by a date prescribed by the department of talent
and economic development. A report under this subsection must
include at least all of the following:
(a) A description of the final product researched and
developed with the grant award.
(b) A description of evidence that suggests the product
researched and developed will improve instruction and teacher
preparation in at least 1 of the fields described in subsection
(2).
(c) Recommended best practices and estimated costs for
piloting and implementing the developed product statewide.
(d) Estimated return-on-investment for the statewide
implementation of the product researched and developed.
(e) Any other information the department determines necessary
for other universities to successfully pilot and implement the
recommended curriculum or instructional methods developed with
grant funding under this section.
(5) Not later than September 1, 2020, an eligible public
university receiving a grant under this section shall implement
curriculum and instructional methods developed and recommended
using grants awarded under this section as part of its regular
teacher preparation curriculum.
Sec. 297f. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $2,000,000.00 to
the department of technology, management, and budget to support
critical cybersecurity training and infrastructure programs and, in
collaboration with the department, to increase the number of pupils
with skills and credentials to pursue careers in the emerging field
of cybersecurity.
(2) From the allocation in subsection (1), there is allocated
for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $620,000.00 to support a
competitive grant program. Funds allocated under this subsection
must be used to support a pipeline for pupils that is integrated
into a robust, high-quality educational systemic infrastructure.
The department of technology, management, and budget shall award
grants to districts that provide pupils in grades 6 to 12 with
expanded opportunities to improve computer science skills by
participating in competitive cybersecurity events including, but
not limited to, the following:
(a) Governor's high school challenge.
(b) National youth cyber defense competition.
(c) Cyber security for automotive challenge (cyberauto
challenge).
(3) The department of technology, management, and budget shall
coordinate with the department to administer grants funded under
subsection (2). Programs funded under subsection (2) are intended
to increase the number of pupils demonstrating proficiency in
science and mathematics on state assessments and to increase the
number of pupils who are college- and career-ready upon high school
graduation. The department shall set maximum grant awards for each
competition in a manner that maximizes both the number of teams
that receive funds and the geographical distribution of teams.
(4) A district applying for a grant under subsection (2) shall
submit an application in a form and manner prescribed by the
department. To be eligible for a grant, a district shall do all of
the following:
(a) Demonstrate in its application that the district has
established a partnership with at least 1 sponsor, business entity,
higher education institution, or technical school.
(b) Submit a spending plan.
(c) Pay at least 25% of the cost of the selected cybersecurity
program.
(5) Districts may use funds received under subsection (2) for
event registration fees, materials, travel costs, stipends to
coaches, and other expenses associated with the preparation for and
attendance at events and competitions.
(6) From the allocation in subsection (1), there is allocated
for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $1,100,000.00 to the
department of technology, management, and budget to support
critical cybersecurity training and infrastructure programs, as
approved by this state's information technology governance council.
Funding allocated under this subsection must be used to expand the
Michigan high school cyber challenge program, as approved by the
department of technology, management, and budget. The expansion
must include, but is not limited to, both of the following:
(a) An open professional credentialing or micro-credentialing
process, or both, for any pupil in grades 9 to 12 who demonstrates
mastery of industry-recognized cybersecurity skills.
(b) Collaboration with other cybersecurity programs to ensure
alignment of coach, mentor, and educator skills.
(7) From the allocation in subsection (1), there is allocated
for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $280,000.00 to support the
expansion of the Michigan cyberpatriot program, as approved by the
department of technology, management, and budget. The expansion
must include, but is not limited to, all of the following:
(a) Education provided in multiple modalities and connected to
current state professional development platforms.
(b) Collaboration with other cybersecurity programs to ensure
alignment of pupil skills and readiness to participate in the
credentialing process.
(c) Collaboration with the department and other educational
entities to ensure the alignment of the Michigan integrated
technology competencies for students (MITECS) and the emerging
computer science standards.
Sec. 297g. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $25,500,000.00 for
the Michigan talent pledge scholarship program administered by the
department of treasury.
(2) From the allocation in subsection (1), there is allocated
for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $20,000,000.00 to be used for
the purpose of assisting low-income individuals with the cost of
obtaining a qualifying degree or credential in high-demand fields.
The funds must be used to fund scholarships and stipends for 3
cohorts of eligible individuals over 4 years. Awards shall be in
the following amounts:
(a) $750.00 scholarship award for individuals enrolled in an
eligible program that leads to a 1-year credential, in addition to
a $250.00 stipend paid to the individual.
(b) $500.00 scholarship award each year for 2 years for
individuals enrolled in an eligible program that leads to a 2-year
credential, in addition to a $250.00 stipend each year paid to the
individual.
(3) To be eligible for a scholarship grant under this section,
an individual shall meet all of the following:
(a) Possess a high school diploma, recognized equivalency, or
recognized equivalency certificate.
(b) Be a resident of this state and a citizen of the United
States of America.
(c) File the free application for federal student aid (FAFSA),
annually.
(d) Meet the same income qualification requirements as the
Healthy Michigan plan under section 107 of the social welfare act,
1939 PA 280, MCL 400.107, at the time of application.
(e) Be enrolled full-time in a qualifying program at an
eligible postsecondary institution.
(f) Apply for a grant in a form and manner prescribed by the
department of treasury.
(g) Maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5,
if the institution utilizes a standard grading model, or, if the
institution utilizes a competency-based grading model during his or
her time enrolled in an eligible postsecondary institution, make
sufficient progress through the curriculum to complete the program.
(h) Is between the ages of 16 and 45 at the time of
application.
(4) A postsecondary institution is eligible under this section
if the postsecondary institution is a public or private nonprofit
college or university, junior college, community college, or
private training provider that grants degrees or certificates and
is located in this state and provides proof, in a form and manner
prescribed by the department of treasury, in cooperation with the
department of talent and economic development, that it has
implemented a talent guarantee for the relevant qualifying program
under subsection (5). For the purposes of this subsection, "talent
guarantee" means a process by which the institution will provide
relevant training in the relevant field at no cost to a graduate
who successfully completes a qualifying program under subsection
(5), if the graduate is unable to find or keep a job in the
relevant field at a relevant level due to a lack of technical
skills. Institutions are encouraged to work with their local
Michigan works agencies to implement this guarantee.
(5) A program must meet all of the following to be a
qualifying program under this section:
(a) Completion of the program must result in a credential in a
qualifying high-demand field.
(b) The program is intended to be completed in no more than 1
year for an award under subsection (2)(a), or no more than 2 years
for an award under subsection (2)(b).
(c) The program utilizes a competency-based instructional
model.
(6) The department of treasury shall develop an application
and eligibility determination process that will provide the highest
level of participation and ensure that all requirements of the
program are met.
(7) The department of treasury shall provide payment on behalf
of an individual eligible under subsection (3) for the scholarship
award amounts described in subsection (2)(a) and (b). The
department of treasury shall reimburse the eligible postsecondary
institution no later than 30 days after the start of the fiscal
year. Subject to subsection (8), the department of treasury shall
only accept standard per-credit hour tuition billings and shall
reject billings that are excessive or outside of the guidelines for
the type of educational institution. For the stipend amounts under
subsection (2)(a) and (b), the department of treasury shall
collaborate with eligible postsecondary institutions to ensure that
a prorated amount of the stipend is forwarded to the student
following each regular meeting with a coach, mentor, or counselor
as an incentive for the student to meet with the coach, mentor, or
counselor.
(8) For the department of treasury to pay a scholarship award
on behalf of an individual eligible under subsection (3), at least
1 of the following must apply:
(a) For individuals enrolled at a community college in this
state, the individual is charged the current in-district tuition
and mandatory fees.
(b) For individuals enrolled at a public university in this
state, the individual is charged the lower division resident
tuition and mandatory fees for the current year.
(c) For individuals enrolled at an independent, nonprofit
degree-granting college or university in this state or a federal
tribally controlled community college in this state, the mandatory
fees and per-credit payment charged to the individual do not exceed
the average community college in-district per-credit tuition rate
as reported on August 1 of the immediately preceding academic year.
(9) The department of treasury shall collaborate with the
center to use the P-20 longitudinal data system to report the
number of students who are engaged in and have completed a program
using an award granted under this section.
(10) From the funds allocated under subsection (1), there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $2,440,000.00 for
grants to community colleges, universities, or private nonprofit
colleges for the purpose of providing coaches to students who
receive scholarship awards under this section. The coaches funded
under this subsection shall provide intense mentoring and advising
to recipients of scholarships under this section, focusing on
ensuring that students complete programs for which they receive
scholarships under this section. Grants awarded under this
subsection must be made to eligible postsecondary institutions in
the amount not to exceed $40,000.00 per coach.
(11) From the funds allocated under subsection (1), there is
an amount allocated for 2018-2019 not to exceed $2,300,000.00 to be
used for grants to districts for stipends for students and bonus
payments to districts that are parties to a talent consortium and
whose students successfully earn an in-demand workforce certificate
in a high-demand field. For the purposes of funding under this
subsection, a workforce certificate must, as determined by the
department of talent and economic development, be entry-level or
above, recognized by statewide industry, and in a high-demand,
high-salary, high-upward mobility career. Grants awarded under this
subsection must be in the amount of $500.00 per student who
successfully completes an in-demand credential in a high-demand
field in calendar year 2019 or 2020. A grant awarded under this
subsection shall be distributed in an amount of $250.00 to the
student and in an amount of $250.00 to the district. A district
seeking a grant under this subsection shall apply in a form and
manner prescribed by the department of treasury. An application for
a grant under this subsection must describe the credentials that
students will earn using funds awarded under this subsection. The
department of treasury shall work with the department of talent and
economic development to award grants under this subsection and
notify applicants of the decision to award a grant not later than
30 days after receiving an application.
(12) The following do not qualify as in-demand credentials in
a high-demand field for the purposes of subsection (11):
(a) A high school diploma or equivalent.
(b) An advanced placement test other than physics c:
electricity and magnetism, physics c: mechanics, computer science
a, or computer science principles.
(13) From the funds allocated in subsection (1), there is an
amount allocated not to exceed $760,000.00 to the department of
treasury for costs related to the administration of this section.
Sec. 297h. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $10,000,000.00 for
competitive grants to districts and intermediate districts that are
members of a talent consortium for the Michigan career development
navigator program to increase the number of college- and career-
ready pupils with an emphasis on increasing the number of citizens
working in high-demand fields. Grant funds awarded under this
section must not be used to supplant existing counseling services
within a district or intermediate district.
(2) A district or intermediate district seeking a grant under
this section shall apply in a form and manner prescribed by the
department and the department of talent and economic development.
All of the following apply to grant funds awarded under this
section:
(a) If a district or intermediate district applies for grant
funding under this section for the purpose of providing career
development navigators to pupils, the funds awarded under this
section must be paid to each district or intermediate district in
an amount of $33,000.00 per year for 3 years. In order to be
eligible for funding for the purpose of providing career
development navigators to pupils, the district or intermediate
district shall commit to employing an individual in that role for
at least 2 years following the expiration of the grant period.
(b) If a district or intermediate district applies for grant
funding under this section for the purpose of providing career
development facilitation and dropout prevention and recovery
services to pupils, the district or intermediate district shall
partner with a third-party nonprofit organization with experience
in career counseling and dropout prevention. In addition, the
district or intermediate district shall ensure that an individual
hired to provide career development facilitation and dropout
prevention and recovery services to pupils spends no more than 25%
of his or her time on dropout recovery efforts. Funds awarded for
the purposes described in this subdivision must be paid to a
district or intermediate district over 3 years in the following
manner:
(i) $50,000.00 per recipient in the first year of the grant
period.
(ii) $30,000.00 per recipient in the second year of the grant
period.
(iii) $19,000.00 per recipient in the third year of the grant
period.
(c) If a district or intermediate district hires additional
staff members with grant funds awarded under this section, the
district or intermediate district shall do all of following:
(i) Use the funds to increase the level of services provided
by school-based counselors and not to replace other funding sources
allocated for school counseling services.
(ii) Use state models for counseling programs.
(iii) Collect data on its program to demonstrate the impact of
the program.
(iv) Ensure that staff hired using funds awarded under this
section engage only in school counseling programs, and not in
noncounseling duties, as determined by the department.
(v) Use staff hired with funds under this section for career
counseling activities such as the creation of robust education
development plans, the creation of talent portfolios for pupils,
identifying work-based learning opportunities, and identifying
career exploration activities such as internships, apprenticeships,
and job shadows.
(3) In addition to the allocation in subsection (1), from the
appropriation in section 297, there is allocated for 2018-2019 an
amount not to exceed $100,000.00 to the department of talent and
economic development for costs related to the administration of
this section.
(4) The department of talent and economic development and the
department shall provide a report to the governor, the house and
senate school aid subcommittees, the house and senate fiscal
agencies, and the state budget director that includes at least all
of the following information:
(a) The number of counselors hired with funds awarded under
this section.
(b) The geographic areas represented by the counselors hired
with funds awarded under this section.
(c) Any other information the department of talent and
economic development or the department determines necessary to
convey the program outcomes from funds allocated under this
section.
(5) If a district or intermediate district fails to comply
with the requirements under this section, as determined by the
department of talent and economic development, the department of
talent and economic development may seek to recapture the funds
awarded under this section.
Sec. 297i. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $4,000,000.00 to
expand an eligible web-based career preparation and readiness
platform to the entire state.
(2) An application for funding under this section must be in a
form and manner prescribed by the department of talent and economic
development.
(3) To be eligible for funding under this section, a career
preparation and readiness platform shall meet all of the following:
(a) Has a partnership with intermediate districts, community
colleges, workforce development agencies, and community employers.
(b) Assesses pupil skills, abilities, and preferences to match
them with careers of interest.
(c) Allows pupils to explore careers with access to more than
600 career profiles, including, but not limited to, career
descriptions, education and training requirements, and earning
information.
(d) Connects with local companies through company profiles
that include, but are not limited to, description, location, career
opportunities, and work-based learning activities.
(e) Allows pupils to experience careers firsthand by searching
for job shadowing, mock interviews, company tours, company events,
and internship opportunities offered by employers in a student's
area.
(f) Provides pupils with step-by-step help to develop a job
search plan, write a resume and cover letter, and prepare for job
interviews.
(g) Provides pupils with an understanding of the education and
training required for a particular career, a comparison of school
data and profiles, and access to college preparation, scholarship,
and financial aid information.
(h) Received funding under section 67a in 2017-2018.
(i) Commits to matching funds of no less than $1,000,000.00
over the course of fiscal years 2018-2019, 2019-2020, and 2020-
2021.
Sec. 297j. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $5,500,000.00 for
talent recruitment, development, and retention. The department of
talent and economic development shall administer funds allocated
under this section.
(2) From the allocation in subsection (1), there is allocated
for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $3,400,000.00 for a talent
marketing campaign designed to increase the number of individuals
in this state entering high-demand fields, recruit new and
experienced professionals in high-demand fields to this state, and
retain current graduates in high-demand fields.
(3) The department of talent and economic development shall
ensure that efforts to recruit and retain talent funded under this
section are designed to target individuals with credentials in
high-demand fields. In addition, the department shall work with the
regional prosperity initiative grant recipients, employers, and,
where applicable, postsecondary institutions to focus efforts on
recruiting individuals in this state and other states and shall
raise awareness about high-demand fields in different geographic
regions in this state.
(4) The department shall ensure that efforts to recruit
experienced professionals in high-demand fields funded under this
section are designed to target professionals who work in high-
demand fields and who are under the age of 34 as of October 1,
2018. The department shall focus efforts on recruiting individuals
from outside of this state and shall raise awareness about high-
demand fields in different geographic regions in this state.
(5) From the allocation under subsection (1), there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $1,000,000.00 to
augment the existing going pro campaign within the department of
talent and economic development.
(6) From the allocation under subsection (1), there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $600,000.00 for an
earned and social media campaign to explain the talent initiative
to citizens of this state, the education community, the business
community, and the national media. The media campaign must include
at least all of the following information:
(a) A description of how advances in technology have changed
the economy and how future technological changes will impact
employment opportunities in this state.
(b) A description of the efforts this state is making to
benefit from the changes described in subdivision (a).
(c) The national media component of the media campaign must
include information about how this state is transforming talent
development and leading the nation in preparing its workforce for
21st century jobs in high-demand fields, and how stakeholders can
engage with the talent plan.
(7) From the allocation under subsection (1), there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 to
support activities related to the Michigan's future talent council
created under section 297m.
Sec. 297k. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $1,500,000.00 for
the purpose of addressing the critical shortage of K-12 instructors
in high-demand fields.
(2) From the allocation under subsection (1), there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $1,250,000.00 for
competitive grants to districts and intermediate districts that are
members of a talent consortium for the purpose of assisting
certificated teachers earn additional endorsements in high-demand
fields determined appropriate by the department and the department
of talent and economic development through a fast-track,
competency-based residency model. All of the following apply to
grants awarded under this section:
(a) The department shall grant awards in an amount not to
exceed $8,000.00 per teacher.
(b) The department shall give preference to teachers currently
placed out of field on a permit, as determined by the department.
(c) The department shall ensure a diverse geographic
representation in awarding grants under this section.
(d) Districts seeking a grant under this section shall apply
in a form and manner prescribed by the department.
(3) The department shall collaborate with teacher preparation
programs to develop endorsement programs for endorsements in high-
demand fields that cost no more than $8,000.00 for a teacher or a
district or intermediate district. These programs must assess a
teacher's mastery of standards in nontraditional ways, such as with
a competency-based model.
(4) From the allocation under subsection (1), there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $250,000.00 to the
department for the development of a condensed teaching certificate
for professional trades instructors. The department shall develop
this teaching certificate no later than 1 year after the effective
date of this section.
(5) The superintendent of public instruction shall promulgate
rules necessary to implement this section.
Sec. 297l. (1) From the appropriation in section 297, there is
allocated for 2018-2019 an amount not to exceed $4,600,000.00 for
an innovative educator program. Funds shall be used to support
educators who possess specialized skills and use those skills to
deploy innovative instructional programs for the purposes of
replication, expansion, and dissemination across this state.
(2) Beginning in the 2018-2019 school year, the department
shall develop a process for selecting innovative educators under
this section.
(3) The governing body of each district may nominate 1
educator to the intermediate district in which the district is
located for appointment to the innovative educator corps, according
to the timelines established by the department. Districts may
nominate an additional 1 educator per 2,000 pupils enrolled in the
district. An individual must meet all of the following to be
nominated under this subsection:
(a) Be rated effective or highly effective on the most recent
educator evaluation under section 1249 of the revised school code,
MCL 380.1249.
(b) Have demonstrated documented pupil academic achievement in
the innovative program or the creation of pupil talent portfolios
in high-demand fields.
(c) Be recommended by, at least, peers, pupils,
administrators, parents, and local community partners.
(d) Have demonstrated successful implementation of innovative
instructional methodology in preparing pupils for 21st century
careers.
(e) Serve as a positive example for other educators in the
school and demonstrates a plan for how to either expand the program
or train other educators in this state for the purposes of
replication.
(f) Demonstrate the ability to positively influence other
teachers.
(g) Demonstrate the ability to positively impact his or her
local community.
(h) Exemplify the passion, energy, and professionalism of the
teaching profession.
(4) Each intermediate district shall nominate up to 5
educators per 50,000 pupils enrolled in the intermediate district
and its constituent districts from among the nominations received
from districts under subsection (3) to the department for
appointment to the innovative educator corps according to the
timelines established by the department. The rubric for
intermediate district selection must be developed by the department
and must require at least all of the following:
(a) That each nominated educator meet the criteria under
subsection (3).
(b) That the intermediate district wishes to utilize an
educator appointed to the innovative educator corps to provide
training and professional development to educators within the
intermediate district to spread the expertise and skill set of the
educator appointed to the innovative educator corps.
(c) That each educator nominated is a model for educators
across the region.
(5) Not later than December 1 of each year, depending on
availability of funds, the department shall review the nominations
submitted under subsection (4) and select up to 100 educators from
the submitted nominations for appointment to the innovative
educator corps for a term of 3 years. The department shall select
educators based on at least all of the following criteria:
(a) The level of achievement for pupils of the nominated
educator, particularly among academically at-risk pupils, as
determined by the department.
(b) The ability of the educator to be a model for teachers
across this state and to demonstrate spirit, determination, and
passion for the teaching profession.
(c) The ability of the educator to bring prestige, esteem, and
professionalism to the innovative educator corps.
(d) Geographic diversity.
(e) Diversity of specialized skills.
(f) Demonstrated skills in high-demand areas.
(g) Diversity of grade levels and content areas.
(h) At least 25 educators who are involved in high-demand
fields, if possible.
(i) Preference for educators with demonstrated community,
higher education, or business partnerships.
(j) Preference for educators who utilize a competency-based
instructional model, utilize a project-based instructional model,
have had success in the turnaround of a low-performing school, or
have had success in a balanced or year-round calendar.
(6) If sufficient funding is available, each of the educators
selected by the department to serve in the innovative educator
corps under subsection (5) shall receive a stipend in the amount of
$5,000.00 per year for up to 3 years. At least 1 time per year, the
department shall review the qualification of educators to ensure
the eligibility requirements, and other requirements established by
the department, are still being met. If sufficient funding is
available, an additional $5,000.00 per educator will be awarded
annually to the intermediate district for purposes of replication,
expansion, and dissemination of the innovative strategies/program.
The selected educator shall develop a plan with the intermediate
district that details how the funds will be spent to support the
duties of the selected educator under this section. These funds may
cover costs such as the following:
(a) Pupil and educator travel.
(b) Substitute educators.
(c) Program materials.
(d) Training materials.
(e) Pupil supplies and materials.
(7) Not later than June 30 of each year, the department shall
provide a report to the governor, the house and senate school aid
subcommittees, the house and senate fiscal agencies, and the state
budget director. The report shall provide at least the following
information:
(a) The number of educators receiving annual stipends under
this section.
(b) The geographic areas represented by educators selected by
the department.
(c) The various skills of the educators nominated under this
section.
(d) Any other information the department determines necessary
to describe the program outcomes related to funds allocated under
this section.
(8) Not later than 90 days after the effective date of this
section, the department shall develop rules, policies, procedures,
and regulations to ensure the following:
(a) To the extent possible, student teachers are placed with
members or emeriti of the innovative educator corps.
(b) To the extent possible, teachers in their first 3 years of
teaching are paired with members or emeriti of the innovative
educator corps under section 1526 of the revised school code, MCL
380.1526.
(c) That members of the innovative teacher corps have the
opportunity to meet at least twice a year with state policymakers,
including members of the legislature and the governor's office.
(9) In addition to the allocation under subsection (1), from
the appropriation in section 297, there is allocated for 2018-2019
an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 to the department for costs
related to the administration of this section.
Sec. 297m. (1) The Michigan's future talent council is created
within the department of talent and economic development for the
purpose of identifying current and future workforce needs in this
state.
(2) The Michigan's future talent council shall gather 1 time
per year for the purpose of developing a talent forecast by
gathering and analyzing data to project the talent needs of this
state in 1, 2, 5, and 10 years. The council shall annually report
the talent forecast by making the data available to the public
online and providing it to the department of talent and economic
development, the department, the house and senate fiscal agencies,
members of the legislature, the governor, and the governor's talent
investment board. The council may gather at the call of the co-
chairs for other reasons related to performing functions assigned
to the council in this section.
(3) The Michigan future talent council shall do all of the
following:
(a) Develop recommendations to gather more complete data in
order to refine future analysis and projections, specifically
identifying shortfalls or gaps in existing, available data.
(b) Determine high-demand credentials for the purposes of
funding under this article.
(c) Determine high-demand fields for the purposes of funding
under this article.
(4) The Michigan future talent council shall consist of the
following members:
(a) Four members appointed by the governor representing
employers. Of these initial appointments, 1 shall be for an initial
term of 1 year, 1 shall be for an initial term of 2 years, 1 shall
be for an initial term of 3 years, and 1 shall be for an initial
term of 4 years. Following the initial terms, 2 shall be for a term
of 2 years and 2 shall be for a term of 3 years, as determined by
the governor at the time of appointment. The initial appointments
under this subdivision must represent at least all of the following
industries:
(i) Manufacturing.
(ii) Professional trades.
(iii) Health care.
(iv) Computer science and information technology.
(b) One member appointed by the governor for a term of 2 years
who is engaged in economic analysis of this state, including labor
market forecasting.
(c) Two members appointed by the governor representing K-12
education. Of these appointments, 1 shall be for an initial term of
2 years and 1 shall be for an initial term of 4 years, as
determined by the governor at the time of appointment. Following
the initial term, each subsequent term shall be 3 years.
(d) One member appointed by the governor representing public
universities for a term of 3 years.
(e) One member appointed by the governor representing private
nonprofit independent colleges for an initial term of 2 years.
Following the initial term, each subsequent term shall be 3 years.
(f) One member appointed by the governor representing
community colleges for a term of 3 years.
(g) One member nominated by the speaker of the house of
representatives and appointed by the governor for a term of 1 year.
(h) One member nominated by the minority leader of the house
of representatives and appointed by the governor for a term of 1
year.
(i) One member nominated by the senate majority leader and
appointed by the governor for a term of 1 year.
(j) One member a nominated by the senate minority leader and
appointed by the governor for a term of 1 year.
(k) The following 6 ex officio members:
(i) One representative from the department, appointed by and
serving at the pleasure of the superintendent of public
instruction.
(ii) One representative from the talent and economic
development agency, appointed by and serving at the pleasure of the
director of the department of talent and economic development.
(iii) One representative from the bureau of labor market
information and strategic initiatives, appointed by and serving at
the pleasure of the director of the department of technology,
management, and budget.
(iv) The chair of the house standing committee on education.
(v) The chair of the house standing committee on workforce
development.
(vi) The chair of the senate standing committee on education.
(vii) The chair of the senate standing committee on Michigan
competitiveness.
(5) Subsequent appointments under subsection (4)(a) may
represent employers from any field that is in need of talent in
this state.
(6) A vacancy on the council shall be filled in the same
manner as the initial appointment.
(7) The governor shall designate 2 initial co-chairs for a
term of 1 year each. One initial co-chair shall represent
employers, and 1 initial co-chair shall represent educators.
Following the initial term, the council shall designate subsequent
co-chairs in accordance with its adopted bylaws. The council may
select a secretary from among its voting members.
(8) The council shall adopt bylaws for governance of the
council. Unless determined otherwise in the adopted bylaws, a
majority vote of the members of the council present and serving is
required for official action of the council.
(9) The council shall adopt procedures consistent with state
law and this section and may establish committees and request
public participation on advisory panels as the council deems
necessary. The council may adopt, reject, or modify any
recommendations proposed by committees or advisory panels.
(10) The council may, as appropriate, make inquiries, perform
studies, hold hearings, and receive comments from the public.
(11) The council shall be staffed by personnel from the
department and the department of talent and economic development
and supported by any additional partnerships with research
institutions, as provided by law.
(12) Members of the council shall serve without compensation,
but may receive reimbursement for their actual and necessary
expenses in the performance of their official duties as members of
the council, subject to available funding.
(13) Subject to applicable state contracting and procurement
procedures, the council may take or enter into contracts necessary
or incidental to the exercise of the powers of the council and the
performance of its duties, including the hiring or retention of
contractors, consultants, or agents, as the council deems
appropriate.
(14) The council may accept donations of labor, services, or
other things of value from any public or private agency or person.
Any donations shall be expended as provided by applicable laws,
rules, and procedures.
(15) A majority of the eligible voting members of the council
shall constitute a quorum of the council for the transaction of
business.
(16) The council shall conduct its business at public meetings
in compliance with the open meetings act, 1976 PA 267, MCL 15.261
to 15.275.
Sec. 297n. (1) As used in this article:
(a) "Competency-based education" and "competency-based
instructional model" mean an approach to teaching and pupil
learning where pupils are evaluated on individual competencies, and
only when they master them, they move on to more advanced
competencies. For the purposes of this article, competency-based
instructional programs must meet at least all of the following:
(i) The majority of instructional time is spent on pupil-
driven projects in multiple subject areas as well as 21st century
skills such as leadership, teamwork, problem solving, and
communication. Instructional time may take place outside of the
traditional school calendar.
(ii) Includes an innovative partnership with employers or
postsecondary institutions, or both, as appropriate, to provide
contextualized learning opportunities that emphasize attainment of
competencies that include application and creation of knowledge
along with the development of work-ready skills.
(iii) Includes the use of multiple and innovative methods to
determine pupil achievement of competencies in a subject area or
combined subject areas such as public presentations, submission of
research papers, attaining marketable workforce credentials, and
mentoring other pupils.
(b) "Credential" means proof of competency in a high-demand,
high-salary, and high-upward mobility field or any other
designation determined to be in high demand by the Michigan's future
talent council. A credential must be stackable, which means that it
can lead to a more advanced recognized credential. A high school
diploma is not a credential.
(c) "High-demand field" means a field that is identified by
the Michigan's future talent council. However, for 2018-2019, a
high-demand field means professional trades, manufacturing,
engineering, information technology, machine learning and
artificial intelligence, mobility, and health care.
(d) "Talent agreement" means an agreement that is signed by
the members of a talent consortium and is approved by the
department of talent and economic development and the department. A
talent agreement must include at least all of the following:
(i) A description of the members will create a seamless,
competency-based education model that results in pupils acquiring
high-demand skills and credentials.
(ii) A formalized process by which the talent consortium will
periodically review and update employer needs and which skills and
credentials are in demand, including, but not limited to, a 2-, 5-,
and 20-year talent skills projection.
(iii) A detailed plan on how curriculum and instruction will
be changed to address the changing employer and talent skills
needs.
(iv) If a postsecondary institution is a member of a talent
consortium, how the postsecondary institution will reduce barriers
as pupils transition through phases of their education from K-12
education to postsecondary education and into the workforce. These
efforts may include, but are not limited to, the following:
(A) Dual enrollment practices.
(B) The acceptance of talent portfolios for college
admissions.
(C) Work-based learning and internships.
(D) The creation of career pathways beginning in middle school
and high school.
(E) In-classroom mentoring or career counseling.
(F) Prehiring agreements in which employers promise to hire
graduates of a program.
(v) How any grant dollars received will further the goals of
the consortium.
(vi) How members will continue to collaborate after a grant is
awarded.
(e) "Talent consortium" means a consortium of entities that
enter into a talent agreement for the purposes of funding under
this article. A talent consortium must include at least 1 district
or intermediate district and at least 2 employers or organizations
representing employers. For the purposes of awarding grants under
this article, the department of education and the department of
talent and economic development shall give preference to
consortiums that include 1 or more of the following:
(i) An intermediate district.
(ii) A postsecondary education institution that may include a
community college, public university, independent nonprofit degree-
granting college or university, or a proprietary school engaged in
workforce training, as approved by the department of talent and
economic development.
(iii) MiSTEM regional network as described in section 99s.
(iv) Michigan works agency.
(v) Regional prosperity initiative grant recipient.
Enacting section 1. In accordance with section 30 of article
IX of the state constitution of 1963, total state spending from
state sources on state school aid under article V of the state
school aid act of 1979, 1979 PA 94, MCL 388.1897 to 388.1897n, as
added by this amendatory act for fiscal year 2018-2019 is estimated
at $100,000,000.00 and state appropriations for school aid to be
paid to local units of government for fiscal year 2018-2019 are
estimated at $52,855,000.00.