New ‘Kids Count’ data shows drop in college readiness, education participation among young adults

By: Kyle Davidson

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: September 18, 2026

Words: 1,074

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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Advocates for children and young adults from across the state gathered in Lansing on Thursday as the Michigan League for Public Policy released a new report aimed at measuring the health, wealth and education of Michigan youth.

Compared with national data, Michigan’s overall rating for child wellbeing has decreased, Kids Count in Michigan Policy Director Anne Kuhnen told attendees at the league’s annual Champions for Kids Luncheon.

In addition to its …

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