Happy October! There’s something truly magical about this month in our state. The crisp autumn air, the vibrant colors of changing leaves, and the abundance of fresh apples and pumpkins—it’s a time that reminds us to appreciate the beauty of change. As we embrace the cozy fall atmosphere, your PBS stations across Michigan are also shifting into high gear, bringing you rich programming and resources designed to engage students, spark creativity, and connect to current events and cultural celebrations.

Reach out to us at any time so that we can come visit and customize PBS materials for your classroom!

October marks the beginning of Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, and we’re thrilled to offer a variety of educational programs, hands-on activities, and curated resources to help you bring this important cultural celebration into your classrooms. Additionally, with Bullying Prevention Month in full swing, we’ve teamed up with Delta College Public Media and WNMU Public Media to support the Stand Up To Bullying campaign, helping schools foster safer environments for all students. It’s also National Book Month and LGBTQ+ History Month –and we’ve got ideas for all of it!

I’d love to hear about the incredible work happening in your schools. Whether you’re looking for specific content, interested in designing a new project that incorporates PBS materials, or planning a family engagement event, our whole team is here to help! Feel free to reach out at connect@michiganlearning.org.

Peace,
Matt Hamilton
Program Director, Michigan Learning Channel