DPSCD is one of the fastest-improving urban school districts in the country, our data proves it

Did you know:

• Average Daily Attendance (ADA) increased from 82% to 84% in one year (+2 percentage points).

• Chronic absenteeism dropped from 66% to 60% (6-point reduction).

• DPSCD’s ADA improved while the state average declined by 3%, narrowing the gap between district and state attendance.

DPSCD Spotlight of the Week: Congratulations to Amanda Mattea, Deputy Executive Director, Early Learning and Montessori for being nominated as the 2025 Outstanding Educator Honoree from Cranbrook Institute of Science. We are #DPSCDProud of you!

Summer on the Block: DPSCD Families, you're invited to join the Office of Family and Community Engagement (FACE) for Summer on the Block—a fun and resource-filled event happening on:

• Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • Paul Robeson Malcolm X Academy
  • 14771 Mansfield, Detroit, MI 48225
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• Thursday, August 7, 2025, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • Noble Elementary–Middle School
  • 8648 Fullerton, Detroit, MI 48238
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• Thursday, August 7, 2025, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  • Pulaski Elementary–Middle School
  • 13840 Lappin Street, Detroit, MI 48205

Enjoy free food, giveaways, fun activities for children, and access to resources and enrollment support for families. We look forward to seeing you on the Block this week! For more information, visit the Family and Community Engagement homepage.

Explore a Fulfilling Career in Education at the DPSCD: Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students? Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) is hiring for a variety of roles across all teacher content areas and support staff positions, including:

• Academic Interventionists
• Security Personnel
• Transportation Staff
• Food Service Workers
• Substitutes, and more!

Garvey Academy
2301 Van Dyke St., Detroit, MI 48214
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Come meet our team and discover how you can begin a rewarding career in education. Whether you're an experienced educator or exploring a new path, there's a place for you at DPSCD. For more information, contact us at (313) 873-6897 or email Recruitment@detroitk12.org. We’re excited to welcome dedicated individuals who are ready to inspire, support, and lead. Let your journey begin with DPSCD!

PowerSchool End of the Year Rollover: PowerSchool will be temporarily unavailable for students, staff, and families from Tuesday, August 5 through Wednesday, August 6 due to the end-of-year rollover process. During this time, users will not be able to log in. Once the rollover is complete, students will be placed in their correct schools and grade levels for the 2025–2026 school year. We appreciate your patience as we prepare for a smooth transition into the new academic year.

Reminders:

Stay updated weekly by reviewing DPSCD's Family Newsletter; an updated weekly version is sent every Monday at 6 p.m. by SMS text and posted to the web: detroitk12.org/families.

Important Note:

Don’t miss a robocall/text -- If you opted out of receiving text messages but would like to receive them, please text "START" to 60680 from the phone line that has opted out of non-emergency messages. Text "START" to 54968 for emergency messages.