Michigan Data Hub Milestones to Milestones
How We Started
In 2013, Michigan faced significant challenges regarding data system proliferation in education. With an estimated 29 different student systems in use across the state, interoperability was a major concern. Systems operated in silos, lacking communication with each other, while CSV-based integrations were not effectively shared between districts, intermediate school districts, and student information systems. Additionally, XML-based state reporting proved burdensome for districts. Disparities in skill sets further exacerbated inequities in data usage and capability.
Michigan Data Hub Milestones
2013
- MiDataHub initiated under the Technology Readiness Infrastructure Grant (TRIG).
- $50 million in initial funding aimed at preparing districts for online learning and assessments.
2015
- Five regional data hubs deployed statewide.
2016
- The first Strategic Alignment and ROI Study released.
- Integration with the NWEA system launched.
2017
- Single Sign-On (SSO) federation implemented across nearly 100 districts.
- Michigan Data Exchange (MiDX) deployed.
- Over 1 million students served across 423 districts.
2018
- Consolidation of five regional hubs into a single statewide MiDataHub.
- Transitioned to Ed-Fi version 3.1 standards.
2019
- Direct Certification integration introduced, enhancing student services.
2020
- MiDataHub transitioned to Ed-Fi version 3.1.2, enhancing data integration capabilities.
- Launched a management portal for vendor usage.
2021
- Deployment of the MICIP Readiness Check Dashboard, aiding continuous improvement.
- Integration with the OneRoster API certified by IMS Global.
2023
- Over 800 districts actively using MiDataHub for data integration.
- Significant cost savings reported, with $41 million in annual savings.
- Legislative mandates streamlined, reducing reporting burdens.
2024
- 100% of Michigan public school districts engaged with MiDataHub.
- Annual state funding of $3.5 million ensures ongoing operations.
- MiDataHub transitioned to Ed-Fi version 6.2.
- Expanded capabilities include supporting the MiKidsBackOnTrack tutoring initiative.
- Completed ROI Retrospective Study
2025
- Received 1EdTech learning Impact Award
MiDataHub Conference Awards
2024 Conference Award Recipients
- Champion of the Year - Terra Kelpinski, Saginaw ISD
- Most Collaborative Vendor - Double Line Partners
- Ambassador of the Year - Kurt Rheaume, Wayne RESA
- Key Collaborator - Anna Harms, MiMTSS
- Don Dailey Award - Tom Johnson, MAISA
2023 Conference Award Recipients
- Key Collaborator - CPEI & MDE
- Most Collaborative Vendor - Munetrix & Skyard-Qmlativ
- Ambassador of the Year - Janell Craig, Okland Schools
- Don Dailey Award - Thomas Howell, CEPI
- Champion of the Year -
- Chris Barnwood, Kent ISD
- Ted Bejel, COPESD
- Marianna Ripple, EUPISD
- DeVonna Haskel, Clare Gladwin RESA
- Lisa Cyrus, Lenawee ISD
- Stephanie Gavriel, Washtenaw ISD
- Antony Buzza, MAISA/Genesee ISD
2019 - Ambassador of the Year - Byran Smith, Ingham ISD
2018 - Ambassador of the Year - Melissa Tront, St. Joseph County ISD