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Community School - These schools offer an array of services to parents and children. Examples include homework assistance, child care, technology skills, parental and prenatal training, language and literacy development and more.

Excellent Schools Detroit Top School - One of our schools that made nonprofit Excellent Schools Detroit’s list of recommended schools in the city, based on test scores, site visits and student and teacher evaluations.

Innovation School - Schools with expanded innovative programs, such as STEAM, public Montessori, dual language immersion, expanded Academy of Blended Learning, additional accelerated academic programs and smaller high school communities.

Montessori School - Montessori programming, according to the American Montessori Society, is a child-centered approach to learning that allows kids to follow their interests and learn through a combination of movement, collaboration and concentration.

Special Designations

Community School - These schools offer an array of services to parents and children. Examples include homework assistance, child care, technology skills, parental and prenatal training, language and literacy development and more.

Excellent Schools Detroit Top School - One of our schools that made nonprofit Excellent Schools Detroit’s list of recommended schools in the city, based on test scores, site visits and student and teacher evaluations.

Innovation School - Schools with expanded innovative programs, such as STEAM, public Montessori, dual language immersion, expanded Academy of Blended Learning, additional accelerated academic programs and smaller high school communities.

Montessori School - Montessori programming, according to the American Montessori Society, is a child-centered approach to learning that allows kids to follow their interests and learn through a combination of movement, collaboration and concentration.

Special Designations

Community School - These schools offer an array of services to parents and children. Examples include homework assistance, child care, technology skills, parental and prenatal training, language and literacy development and more.

Excellent Schools Detroit Top School - One of our schools that made nonprofit Excellent Schools Detroit’s list of recommended schools in the city, based on test scores, site visits and student and teacher evaluations.

Innovation School - Schools with expanded innovative programs, such as STEAM, public Montessori, dual language immersion, expanded Academy of Blended Learning, additional accelerated academic programs and smaller high school communities.

Montessori School - Montessori programming, according to the American Montessori Society, is a child-centered approach to learning that allows kids to follow their interests and learn through a combination of movement, collaboration and concentration.

Special Designations

Community School - These schools offer an array of services to parents and children. Examples include homework assistance, child care, technology skills, parental and prenatal training, language and literacy development and more.

Excellent Schools Detroit Top School - One of our schools that made nonprofit Excellent Schools Detroit’s list of recommended schools in the city, based on test scores, site visits and student and teacher evaluations.

Innovation School - Schools with expanded innovative programs, such as STEAM, public Montessori, dual language immersion, expanded Academy of Blended Learning, additional accelerated academic programs and smaller high school communities.

Montessori School - Montessori programming, according to the American Montessori Society, is a child-centered approach to learning that allows kids to follow their interests and learn through a combination of movement, collaboration and concentration.

Special Designations

Community School - These schools offer an array of services to parents and children. Examples include homework assistance, child care, technology skills, parental and prenatal training, language and literacy development and more.

Excellent Schools Detroit Top School - One of our schools that made nonprofit Excellent Schools Detroit’s list of recommended schools in the city, based on test scores, site visits and student and teacher evaluations.

Innovation School - Schools with expanded innovative programs, such as STEAM, public Montessori, dual language immersion, expanded Academy of Blended Learning, additional accelerated academic programs and smaller high school communities.

Montessori School - Montessori programming, according to the American Montessori Society, is a child-centered approach to learning that allows kids to follow their interests and learn through a combination of movement, collaboration and concentration.

Special Designations

Community School - These schools offer an array of services to parents and children. Examples include homework assistance, child care, technology skills, parental and prenatal training, language and literacy development and more.

Excellent Schools Detroit Top School - One of our schools that made nonprofit Excellent Schools Detroit’s list of recommended schools in the city, based on test scores, site visits and student and teacher evaluations.

Innovation School - Schools with expanded innovative programs, such as STEAM, public Montessori, dual language immersion, expanded Academy of Blended Learning, additional accelerated academic programs and smaller high school communities.

Montessori School - Montessori programming, according to the American Montessori Society, is a child-centered approach to learning that allows kids to follow their interests and learn through a combination of movement, collaboration and concentration.

Special Designations

Community School - These schools offer an array of services to parents and children. Examples include homework assistance, child care, technology skills, parental and prenatal training, language and literacy development and more.

Excellent Schools Detroit Top School - One of our schools that made nonprofit Excellent Schools Detroit’s list of recommended schools in the city, based on test scores, site visits and student and teacher evaluations.

Innovation School - Schools with expanded innovative programs, such as STEAM, public Montessori, dual language immersion, expanded Academy of Blended Learning, additional accelerated academic programs and smaller high school communities.

Montessori School - Montessori programming, according to the American Montessori Society, is a child-centered approach to learning that allows kids to follow their interests and learn through a combination of movement, collaboration and concentration.

Office of Family and Community Engagement

Family and Community Engagement (F.A.C.E.) is committed to strengthening the relationship between our parents, stakeholders, and many others who are integral in helping DPSCD position children to be successful. Our programs and initiatives are based on local and national best-practice models. We believe parents are partners in the educational process and the larger community constitutes the village for which we have many platforms designed for your engagement. We strive to provide the best services to our stakeholders, tell us how we're doing: https://bit.ly/css-face.

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This Week in Parent Academy

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Monday October 20, 2025

BEGINNERS ASL PARENT SESSIONS

10.13.2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Presented By: Darlene Dorsette, Torrie Bell

This course is designed for parent(s), guardian and caregivers to learn basic ASL. With an emphasis on signing, receptive skills, basic vocabulary and numbers to ensure effective communication within the home environment.

Location: Early Intervention Diagnostic Center

4555 John C. Lodge, Detroit, MI 48207

HUSTLE AND FLOW

10.20.2025 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Presented By: Rodney Dejohnette

Join FACE while we learn one of this cities most creative ways to decompress, connect with others, and have fun! Participants will learn the latest hustles and line dances from around the city and country!

Location: Academy of Americas, 5680 Konkel St, Detroit, MI 48210

Tuesday October 21, 2025

VISION AND PURPOSE - VISION BOARD

10.21.2025 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Presented By: Sonnie Day

Turn your life visions into realities in the extra special Vision Board Party! This class will help you create a plan to reach your goals and dreams while still maintaining your daily life.

Location: Western International High School

1500 Scotten St, Detroit, MI 48209

Wednesday October 22, 2025

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

10.22.2025 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Presented By: BluCar

Let’s educate parents and teens about skills needed to lower barriers to employment and increase success on the job. Topics include dress for success, time management, productivity, communication and professionalism.

Location: Emerson Elementary-Middle School

18240 Huntington Road Detroit, MI 48219

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION

10.22.2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Presented By: BluCar

This topic is designed to enhance parent’s understanding of communication. Parents will learn active listening skills, the various levels of communication, barriers to effective communication,

the importance of body language in communication, and how to effectively use “I” statements to communicate.

Location: Fisher Magnet Academy

15510 E State Fair Detroit, MI 48205

BEGINNERS ASL PARENT SESSIONS

10.22.2025 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Presented By: Darlene Dorsette, Torrie Bell

This course is designed for parent(s), guardian and caregivers to learn basic ASL. With an emphasis on signing, receptive skills, basic vocabulary and numbers to ensure effective communication within the home environment.

Location: Early Intervention Diagnostic Center

4555 John C. Lodge, Detroit, MI 48207

Thursday October 23, 2025

CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS TRAINING

10.23.2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Presented by: Hooked from the Start

Discover the joy of creating with yarn! This beginner-friendly crochet workshop teaches how to use a simple hook and yarn to bring unique designs to life.

Location: Mackenzie Elementary-Middle School

10147 W Chicago, Detroit, MI 48204

PAINTING WITH PURPOSE

10.23.2025 1:30 PM -2:30 PM

Presented By: Maya Boyd The Artist

This course will teach you how to use art and painting therapy as a way to cope, manage stress, and your mental health.

Location: Davison Elementary/Middle School

2800 E. Davison Street, Detroit, MI 48212

PAINTING WITH PURPOSE

10.23.2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Presented By: Maya Boyd The Artist

This course will teach you how to use art and painting therapy as a way to cope, manage stress, and your mental health.

Location: Hutchinson Elementary/Middle School

2600 Garland, Detroit, MI 48214

COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS

10.23.2025 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Presented By: BluCar

The Office of College and Career Readiness offers a diverse portfolio of career pathway education programs to provide real-work experiences and exposure to future career opportunities. Our career focused training leads to meaningful employment and access to postsecondary opportunities.

Location: Pershing High School 18875 Ryan Road, Detroit, MI 48234

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Contact Information

Office of Family and Community Engagement

16164 Asbury Park
Detroit, MI 48235

Office: (313) 873-7490
parent.engagement@detroitk12.org

Sharlonda Buckman
Assistant Superintendent of Family and Community Engagement

Angel Fox
Senior Director - Enrollment

Joi Mausi
Senior Director - Parent Academy

Kenneth Chapman
Assistant Director

Taylor Lewis
Assistant Director, Transformative Culture

Michelle Parker
Assistant Director, Office of Homeless and Foster Care

Dr. Jessica Hodj
Bilingual Program Supervisor, Family Resource Distribution Center

Gabriela Sullen
Program Supervisor

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