Since its inception in 1982, the Michigan Department of Education's Blue Ribbon Exemplary Schools Program has recognized more than 350 of Michigan's most successful schools. The purpose of the program is threefold:
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To identify and give public recognition to outstanding public and private schools that achieve to high academic standards or have shown significant academic improvement over five years.
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To make available a comprehensive framework of key criteria for school effectiveness that can continue to improve school quality.
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To communicate best practices for educational success within and among Michigan schools
The Blue Ribbon Exemplary Schools Programs rotates its awards bi-annually, meaning once every two years high school and middle schools are recognized and every other year, elementary schools are recognized. For schools interested in this rewarding program, please contact Ms. Joni Lindeman by phone at 517-373-4213, or by email at
lindemanj@michigan.gov
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Blue Ribbon Exemplary Schools
2008 - 2009 Blue Ribbon Exemplary Schools
Elementary Application
Elementary Scoring Guidelines for 2008-2009
Memo: 2008-09 Blue Ribbon Schools Exemplary Schools Program
Elementary School Nomination Requirements
Important Program Note
Timeline
Advisory Committee
Blue Ribbon Application Examples
Elementary School Application - Example 1
Elementary School Application - Example 2
Middle School Application - Example 1
Middle School Application - Example 2
High School Application Example
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