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

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DPSCD is piloting a High School Yellow Bus Program to provide high school students with safe, comfortable, and reliable transportation to and from school. For the first time, students at East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney and Henry Ford High School will have access to daily bus service. This pilot program is designed to support families by ensuring students have a safe and consistent way to attend school every day. Families can view route information here or call the main office at your student’s school for more details. Let’s ride toward better attendance and brighter futures!

DPSCD ICYMI Staff Spotlight: Travelyan Chambliss, a dedicated teacher at John R. King Academic and Performing Arts Academy, recently received 12 violin kits thanks to the generous support of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity through their Talent Hunt Program. This incredible contribution will help expand music education and inspire young artists in the classroom. Way to go, Mr. Chambliss! Your commitment to nurturing talent is making a lasting impact.

Parent Academy Workshop - Mental Health Check-In: The DPSCD Board of Education members invite DPSCD family members for a fun wellness check-in prior to the regular monthly Board Meeting. Join us Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 4:30 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School 3200 E. Lafayette, Detroit, MI 48207, come explore opportunities to support your well-being.

DPSCD September Regular Board Meeting: DPSCD Families, join the regular Board Meeting on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, from 5:30 pm – 9:00 p.m., at Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School, 3200 E. Lafayette, Detroit, MI 48207. You can access virtually to watch the meeting live.

Benchmark testing begins Monday, September 9, 2023: The beginning of the year testing window opens Tuesday, September 9, 2025. These assessments provide teachers with important information about what students know and can do as they start the school year.

• i-Ready Reading: K-8, select 9-11 students

• i-Ready Math: K-8 students

• Science: 5th and 8th grade students

• Social Studies: 5th and 8th grade students

• End-of-Course Assessments: 9th-12th grade students

Every school day, it is important that students get a good night’s sleep and eat a healthy breakfast. The District looks forward to learning more about our students as we prepare to help them rise. For more information, contact your school.

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.