Universal Education: A Framework for Educational Policy Development in Michigan

This FOCUS on Results document provides the reader with a basic understanding of Michigan’s Universal Education initiative. Universal Education removes barriers, provides flexible and responsive supports, and facilitates life-long learning for all. Every individual’s success is important to our society. Each person deserves and needs a concerned, accepting educational community that values diversity and provides a comprehensive system of individual supports from birth to adulthood.

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The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the Michigan Department of Education (MDE), the Michigan State Board of Education (SBE), or the U.S. Department of Education (USED), and no endorsement is inferred. These documents are in the public domain and may be copied for further distribution when proper credit is given. For more information or inquiries about this project, contact the Michigan Department of Education, Office of Special Education, P.O. Box 30008, Lansing, MI 48909, (517) 373-0923.

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