ABTE Makes MDE "Beating the Odds" 2010-11 List

Congratulations to the Students, Staff, and Parents of The Academy for Business & Technology Elementary School (ABTE) for being recognized by the Michigan Department of Education as a school that is “Beating the Odds” (2010-11).  "We have good things happening in Michigan schools," said state Superintendent of Public Instruction Mike Flanagan. "These Beating the Odds schools are helping students make progress and finding ways to overcome traditional barriers to academic achievement."  ABTE is one of 123 schools in Michigan to be identified as Beating the Odds  --  click on the image below to learn more about Beating the Odds schools.  "Academic Success For All!" does not happen over-night and does not happen without a lot of hard work from everyone involved.  "Beating the Odds schools have found ways to work smarter and harder, not just harder," Flanagan said. "They have good leaders, knowledgeable and prepared teachers who engage students and a commitment to involve and embrace parents and the community."

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