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June 23, 2025 - July 25, 2025
Summer School will give currently enrolled students the opportunity to engage in Academic Recovery, Acceleration, and Enrichment experiences, as well as Recreational Activities. Students are automatically assigned to their summer school site based on the school they are currently enrolled in. Transportation and meals will be provided.
Registration will be open from May 1st - June 6th.
Student Hours
8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 8:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
There will be no summer learning on July 4.
*ESE Center-Based Programming will be offered from July 7 to August 8. Please navigate to the ESE Center Based banner below for bell schedule information. If your student has an IEP, please note that their site assignment may change. If you are assigned to a new site, you will be notified by your child's ESE Teacher of their updated summer school placement.
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K-8 and High School Sites and Feeder Patterns
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Grades K-8 Sites
K-8 Programming Overview
Students in grades K-8 will attend Summer School in person at their assigned school locations. Students will be able to explore skills and interests, including STEM, performing and visual arts, academic enrichment, and physical fitness in a camp-like atmosphere. Meals will be provided for students. Our course offerings will focus on supporting students to take academic enrichment courses and/or take academic credit recovery courses. Additionally, we have partnered with Community-Based Organizations to provide summer programming services to promote the physical and emotional well-being of students and families. Transportation will be provided for all eligible students to a host site within proximity of their home school. Student transportation will be corner stops only.
K-8 Programming Hours
Early Start: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (4 hours); Lunch: 12:00 – 12:30 pm
Late Start: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm (4 hours); Lunch: 12:45 – 1:15 pm
Enrichment Hours: 12:30 - 3:30 pm (early start); 1:15 – 4:15 pm (late start)
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High School Students
Academic Credit Recovery is available for certain high school students and will be accessed virtually. If in-person support is needed, students are welcome to go to the school building to meet with their instructor from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Transportation will not be provided for high school students because they are considered "Virtual Learners" during the summer. If a high school student needs to come on-site for support, bus passes will be available.
School Sites
- Academy of Americas
- East English Village Preparatory Academy
- Cass Technical High School
- Detroit Lions Academy
- Mumford High School
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Exceptional Student Education Center-Based Schools
Sites and Student Hours
- Keidan: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- Moses Field: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- Jerry L. White: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Drew Transition Center: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Essential Skills Transition at Diann Banks: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Turning Point: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Summer School?
Summer School starts Monday, June 23rd, and ends Friday, July 25th. Summer learning will be Monday-Friday. ESE Separate Facilities summer learning begins Monday, July 7th, and ends Friday, August 8th.
How will Summer School be offered?
Summer School academics will be offered face-to-face for students in grades K-8. Credit Recovery will be offered virtually for 9-12th grade students.
How do I enroll my child for Summer School?
Registration begins April 29th. Enrollment applications will be sent to students' emails for parents to complete. You can also click here to register.
Which schools are Summer School sites?
To view Summer School sites, click here.
Will students be provided Breakfast and Lunch at school?
Yes. Breakfast and lunch will be provided daily for students.
Are students eligible for transportation during Summer School?
Transportation will be provided for all K-8 eligible students to a host site within proximity of their home school. Student transportation will be corner stops only.
High school students are “Virtual Learners” during the summer and will not be provided transportation. Public bus passes will also be available if a high school student needs to come on-site for support.
ESE center-based students will also receive transportation.
For questions regarding transportation and bus routes, please call 313-945-8600.
Note: If the student attends an application school without transportation, they will not receive transportation for summer school.
When is the last day to enroll students for Summer School for academic promotion purposes?
The last day to enroll students is June 6th. Applications can be completed after the enrollment deadline, but this will only guarantee a spot on the waiting list.
If my child is registered for Summer School, how do I know where they will need to go on the first day of Summer School?
Students will receive an assignment letter via their school email the week before summer learning begins. If you do not receive a letter, please contact the HELP DESK (313-240-4377) and they will provide you with the school site location.
What are the attendance expectations for students throughout Summer School?
Students in grades K-8 and ESE students are expected to attend in-person classes daily. Students in grades 9th -12th are expected to log on and attend virtually daily for academic advisement. If students are absent for more than 3 days of summer school, they will be withdrawn.
What are the hours and options for Summer School?
K-8 Students
8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or
8:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
High School Options
High School Academics (9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) High school students will have the opportunity to participate in daily course recovery. All classes will be held virtually. If the 9-12th grade students do not have technology at home, they may come on-site to the school for support. Bus passes are available.
ESE Students
Keidan: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Moses Field: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Jerry L. White: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Drew Transition Center: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Essential Skills Transition at Diann Banks: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
How do I know my child is registered for the correct required recovery courses?
School Counselors will verify and confirm based on students’ transcripts and IEPS.
How do I select a Summer School Site for a child with an IEP?
Students with eligible IEPs will be automatically enrolled in a summer learning site that matches their ESE program.
How will students be graded in Summer School?
Students in grades K-8 attending Summer School will not receive a traditional grade, they will receive a pass or fail. Students in 9th-12th grade attending for credit recovery will not receive a traditional grade. Students will receive a pass or fail.
What is the K-8 Summer School Bell Schedule?
8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
8:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
7:30 - 8:00 a.m.
8:15 - 8:45 a.m.
8:15 - 8:30 a.m.
8:45 - 9:00 a.m.
8:30 - 10:20 a.m.
9:00 - 10:50 a.m.
10:20 -11:20 a.m.
10:50 - 11:50 a.m.
11:20 - 11:50 a.m.
11:50 - 12:20 p.m.
11:50 - 12:00 p.m.
12:20 -12:30 p.m.
12:00 - 12:30 p.m.
12:30 – 1:00 p.m.
What is the 9-12th grade Summer School Bell Schedule?
8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
9:00 – 10:45 a.m.
10:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
12:30 – 1:00 p.m. – Check out and grab lunch to go.
Note: The bell schedule varies for ESE programming.
Kindergarten Bootcamp
Kindergarten students will be provided support in kindergarten readiness skills and enrichment in a half-day model. Students are to attend with a trusted adult.
Exceptional Student Education Centers (ESE Separate Facilities)
Keidan: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Moses Field: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Jerry L. White: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Drew Transition Center: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Essential Skills Transition at Diann Banks: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
9-12 and Eligible ESE in Comprehensive Schools students
Breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m.
Lunch will be served at 12:00 p.m.
Notes: Lunchtimes at ESE Center-based sites vary by location.
What is my child's login information?
The district has updated the format of student passwords to provide safe, secure access to online learning tools and devices for our staff and students. We are retiring the old student password format and moving to PowerSchool-generated, randomized passwords to keep your child safer online.
Your student’s unique username (studentnumber@thedps.org) has not changed. Your student will still use his/her username and password to access district email, Microsoft Office, Clever, Edgenuity, and/or other district applications.
If your student forgets or loses his or her password, passwords can be recovered or reset by contacting the school directly. Teachers and building administrators can also reset passwords for students if a password is compromised.
What is the discipline expectation for students during Summer Learning?
Disciplinary Reports are required for summer learning. The same offense and violation codes should be used for summer school, as are used during the regular school year. Students who display egregious behavior during Summer School will be withdrawn.
Have Additional Questions? Please Email summerschool.info@detroitk12.org.