Where should I go?

Send a Tip

Something happening in your school or district that deserves a harder question? Parents, teachers, staff, administrators, board members, union members, and neighbors can point Mike toward a story, public document, district, or question.

Start with what you know. Separate what you witnessed from what you heard. Mike will check documents, ask for a response when appropriate, and distinguish facts from open questions and opinion.

This is independent reporting intake. If you need paid help with your own school situation, use Private Help. Private client work and editorial reporting are separate.

Before you send

What would help?

  • The school or district and approximate date.
  • The decision, spending, program, staffing change, or student effect.
  • A public document or link, if you have one.
  • The question you want Mike to ask.

Please do not submit protected student records, private student information, or material you are not authorized to share. For sensitive staff tips, use a personal device and email, not district systems.

This form uses a third-party form service to deliver submissions. It is not a legally privileged or absolutely confidential channel.

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For now, link to a public document or describe what you have. Do not submit protected student records or material you are not authorized to share.

May Mike contact you?
May Mike identify you publicly?

Mike will not publish your name or identifying information without your permission. If you request confidentiality, he will make reasonable efforts to protect your identity. This form does not guarantee absolute confidentiality. If you work for a district, use a personal device and email rather than district systems for sensitive tips.