A former Education Secretary argues in a Detroit News op-ed that Michigan’s approach to student retention—holding back students who struggle academically—has unintended consequences beyond just academic performance. The piece raises concerns about the emotional toll on children, including social stigma, mental health struggles, and disappointment, while questioning whether the long-term educational benefits justify these drawbacks. The submission highlights this as a pressing debate not only for Michigan but potentially for other states grappling with similar policies. Critics and supporters alike may find the discussion worth weighing in on.
Former Education Secretary Betsy DeVos pens this interesting op-ed in The Detroit News about what happened in Michigan. Do most educators believe the benefits of holding kids back from advancing outweigh the drawbacks, such as social stigma, mental health, disappointment, etc.? Submission statement: This is a critical question facing Michigan and perhaps other states, worthy of discussion here. submitted by /u/gwmiles [link] [comments]
