The Great Start Collaborative has been eliminated in Midland County and throughout Michigan. This decision has created uncertainty regarding the future of the local Kindergarten Transition Team.

As a result, stakeholders are now concerned about how this change will impact early childhood education and support services within the community. The dissolution of the Great Start Collaborative marks a significant shift in how kindergarten readiness and transitions are managed at the local level.

Moving forward, it remains unclear what structures or initiatives will replace the Collaborative to ensure a smooth transition for children entering kindergarten in Midland County.
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