Advocating for legislation that supports our children's education is
one of the primary goals of the Clarkston PTA Council. Become an
informed parent by keeping up with developments in educational
legislation in Lansing.
Click here to view current legislative bills in committee on the state legislative website.
Who represents me?
Independence and Clarkston are represented in the Senate by Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop, R - Rochester Hills.
Contact Sen. Bishop at (517) 373-2417.
Springfield and Waterford are represented by Senator Deb Cherry, D- Burton. She can be reached at 866-305-2126.
Most of Clarkston is represented in House District 44 by Eileen Kowall, R - White Lake. Eileen can be contacted at (866) 334-0010.
Waterford residents are represented by Gail Haines, R - Waterford in House District 43. Ms. Haines can be reached at (888) 737-4043.
All of us are represented by Governor Jennifer Granhom, D- Northville. Contact the Governor at (517) 373-3400.
School Funding Estimates
Michigan holds two revenue estimating conferences each year, in January and May, to determine how much money the state has to budget. Schools are funded through the General Fund and the School Aid Fund. The first conference was yesterday. For complete information on the conference click here.