By Franklin A. Fudail In 2016, the Michigan Legislature passed a law that requires schools to identify learners who are struggling with reading and writing and to provide additional help. The law states that third graders may repeat third grade if they are more than one grade level behind beginning with the 2019-2020 school year. […]
Muskegon – For decades the U.S. Department of Education has cited sound research data that a well-designed tutoring program can be effective in improving children’s reading and academic skills. Students show significant gains when compared with similar students who do not receive tutoring from a high-quality tutoring program. The Muskegon Maritime Academy is rooted in […]
Muskegon – The Michigan Science Center will be making its way to Muskegon County on Thursday, November 10 to bring a full day of science and fun to the students at Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA). The Michigan Science Center is a Smithsonian-affiliate science museum based in Detroit. The mission of the Michigan Science Center is to […]
Saginaw – Saginaw Valley State University(SVSU) has announced that students who attend Muskegon Maritime Academy from grades 3-5, would be eligible to receive a $6,000 per year scholarship to attend SVSU. Students have to be admitted to the university and meet scholarship programs admission criteria. For a four-year degree, the scholarship will be worth $24,000. […]
Muskegon – The Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) will officially become an “Adidas School” when the school opens its doors in the fall”. The students will officially be geared with Adidas attire and shoes for physical education class and non-uniform days at the new school. Franklin A. Fudail, the school founder who negotiated the deal with Adidas […]
With Military Spouse Appreciation Day on May 6, Victory in Europe Day on May 8, Children of Fallen Patriots Day on May 13, Armed Forces Day on May 21 and Memorial Day on May 30, this is a significant month for veterans and the military. “This month, Michiganders are reminded of the heroic contributions of […]
Muskegon – Dr. Frank Marczak will bring his wealth of knowledge and experience to the new K-5 Naval-based Charter School, Muskegon Maritime Academy. Dr. Marczak served as President of Muskegon Community College from 1995 to 2005. His career in education began as a teacher in the Flint Public School District. He later accepted a position with […]
Muskegon – The Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) is the first K-5 all Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math(STEM) school in Muskegon County. In addition to the maritime science and research, the new naval academy plans to offer coding classes starting in third grade and a STEM-based eSports league starting in fifth grade. School officials say the aim […]
Detroit – The founder and board of directors of the Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) chose the 170-year-old law firm, Miller Canfield, to handle all legal matters pertaining to MMA. Miller Canfield was founded in 1852 by Sidney Davy Miller in Detroit. The firm is the oldest and one of the largest law firms in the State […]
Muskegon – The Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) will be partnering with a Grand Rapids-based fencing academy to introduce students to the Olympic sport of fencing. The Muskegon Maritime Academy will be partnering with the West Michigan Fencing Academy to offer fencing training opportunities for MMA students. Fencing has a lot of benefits as a school program. […]