How Wayne County RESA Cut Teacher Shortages Through Partnerships (And You Can Too) - Elizabeth Santer

In this episode of Brighter Together, I sit down with Elizabeth Santer, Executive Director of Special Education Services at Wayne County RESA, to explore innovative strategies for addressing teacher shortages in Michigan's education system. Elizabeth shares insights on how partnerships with local universities and community organizations are creating pathways for aspiring educators, particularly in special education. We discuss the challenges of staffing in special education and highlight the importance of building sustainable support systems for schools. Tune in to learn how you can apply these partnership models in your own district to ensure every student receives the education they deserve. Join us as we uncover practical solutions and success stories that are making a difference in Wayne County and beyond.