A back-to-school double feature! First, the lengths that some Michigan teachers go too just to gather enough supplies for their classroom, and how basic resource availability impacts student learning. Then, what you need to know about Michigan's new universal free breakfast and lunch program for all public school students in pre-k through high school. 

GUESTS:

• Samantha Keppler, assistant professor of technology and operations, The University of Michigan's Ross School of Business
• Isabel Lohman, education reporter, Bridge Michigan

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