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

Did you know:

• In Grades 3–8, DPSCD’s reading scores improved by 4 points, while the state declined by 2 points—narrowing the proficiency gap.

• On the Grade 11 SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW), DPSCD improved by 7 points; the state declined by 4 points.

• i-Ready Reading data shows a steady upward shift in students moving from below-grade level to early and on-grade level placements across all testing windows.

DPSCD Alumni Spotlight of the Week: Congratulations, Kyla DeBoes, class of 2025 graduate from The School at Marygrove, for winning the Detroit Jazz Festival 2025 Detroit Youth Jazz Vocal Competition. Kyla will showcase her award-winning talent during the Detroit Jazz Festival this Labor Day Weekend, beginning Friday, August 29. We can't wait to hear her inspiring performance! We are #DPSCD Proud of Kyla’s outstanding achievements and the excellence she represents.

 

Save The Date for the Parent Listening Session: Join the conversation online for an engaging Parent Listening session with Board President, Bishop Corletta J. Vaughn Ph.D. and Superintendent, Dr. Nikolai Vitti. This important discussion will take place virtually on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. We look forward to seeing you there!

 

One Week Until the Start of School – Enroll Today! The countdown is on! The new school year begins Monday, August 25, 2025, and there’s still time to enroll your child in Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD). DPSCD is a Students First district committed to preparing students to be college and career ready. Whether you're new to the District or returning, we’re here to help you find the right fit for your child. Need help choosing a school? Check out our Picking the Perfect School Guide to explore your options and make an informed decision. Stay connected! Follow our social media pages @Detroitk12 this week as we countdown to the first day of school. We can’t wait to welcome your family. Enroll today! We Roar Loud. We Lead Proud.

 

Update Your Contact Information Before School Starts: Families, we are encouraging you to contact your child’s school and update your information if you have moved, have a new phone number, or changed any contact information, also include your email address. If you have children attending multiple schools, please ensure your contact information is updated at each school. Please see directions below to opt into the Robo call system.

Users opt back into the DPSCD Robo Call System:

• Phone calls: Call the Blackboard Phone Hotline at "855-502-STOP (855-502-7867)" from the phone line that has been opted out.

• Text (SMS) messages: Reply START to "60680" from the phone line that has been opted out for non-emergency messages. Reply START to "54968" for emergency messages.

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.