DPSCD School Spotlight of the Week: Ann Arbor Trail Magnet is dedicated to student achievement and growth. Serving PreK – 5th grade, Ann Arbor Trail continues to demonstrate excellence in education, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed. Ann Arbor Trail is recognized as a Top 5 school for: Average Daily Attendance Improvement, Percentage of Students Meeting Typical Growth in Reading (Bottom 30%), Highest Percentage of Students Meeting Typical Growth in Reading and Proficiency in I-Ready Reading Growth. If you are seeking a high-quality learning environment for your students, enroll at Ann Arbor Trail. Join us in shaping the future—secure your student a place at Ann Arbor Trail!

DPSCD Students of the Week: DPSCD proudly celebrates the incredible achievements of 90 student athletes who participated in the 2025 Special Olympics Michigan State Summer Games at Central Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant. Their dedication, perseverance, and sportsmanship were on full display. Among the standout performances, Michael Dotson from Charles Drew secured a gold medal in all three of his categories, the 50-meter dash, 100-meter dash, and standing long jump. Congratulations to all our student athletes and coaches. Your success reflects your passion, commitment, and effort. We are #DPSCDProud of you!

The New Summer Parent Academy Catalog is Here! DPSCD Families, the new Summer Parent Academy catalog is available. From college preparatory insights to navigating your children's digital footprint, our Parent Academy provides free workshops to support parents and help families advocate for their children. We’ll see you in an upcoming workshop! For more information, visit the Family and Community Engagement home page.

Become part of the DPSCD family and help Students Rise!: Looking for a rewarding career in education? DPSCD is hosting a Hiring Fair on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Cass Technical High School 2501 Second Ave. Detroit MI 48201. We’re looking for talented professionals to join our team! Come explore opportunities, connect with hiring managers, and take the next step in making a difference for our students.

Final Report Card Distribution for the 2024.25 School Year: Report Cards will be distributed on Monday, June 16, 2025, and can be viewed in the web version of the PowerSchool Public Portal. In addition to grades and report cards, the Public Portal allows you to see your students’ attendance and scheduling information. If you need assistance with accessing the Parent Portal, please reach out to your school.

Reminders:

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