[{"slug":"2026-09-20-welcome-to-michigan-school-almanac","title":"Welcome to the Michigan School Almanac Updates Log","date":"2026-09-20","formatted_date":"September 20, 2026","year":"2026","month_year":"September 2026","category":"Platform Launch","summary":"Welcome to the official updates channel for the Michigan School Almanac","author":"MSA Team","html":"<h1>Welcome to the Michigan School Almanac Updates Log</h1>\n<p>This public updates log documents data releases from the <strong>Center for Educational Performance and Information (CEPI)</strong> and the <strong>Michigan Department of Education (MDE)</strong>, accounting notes under <strong>Bulletin 1022</strong>, and new reference features.</p>\n<h2>What to Expect in Updates</h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Annual Audit Releases:</strong> Release notices as new CEPI FID audited financial reports and REP staff counts are published by the state each fall.</li>\n<li><strong>Statutory &amp; Accounting Notes:</strong> Notes on state funding mechanisms, such as Foundation Allowance adjustments, MPSERS pension stabilization, and statutory blend formulas under MCL 388.1606.</li>\n<li><strong>Reference Enhancements:</strong> Improvements to peer comparison tools, reserve tracking, and data exports.</li>\n</ol>\n<p>If you have questions, corrections, or suggestions, reach out to our team at <a href=\"mailto:hello@michiganschoolalmanac.com\">hello@michiganschoolalmanac.com</a>.</p>"}]