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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

Click Here for the Fall 2025: Parent Academy Catalog

Monday November 3, 2025

BEGINNERS ASL PARENT SESSIONS

11.03.2025 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

MUSIC & MENTAL HEALTH

MON 11.03.2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Presented By: Sam Donaldson

This course helps you connect the power of music and how it influences your mental health. Explore your favorite music and learn to align it with

coping mechanisms for healthy mental wellness.

Location: Edison Elementary School, 17045 Grand River Ave, 48227

PAINTING WITH PURPOSE

MON 11.03.2025 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Presented By: Delmarshae Lloyd

This course will teach you how to use art to cope, manage stress, and other mental health challenges that life can trigger.

Location: Osborn High School, 11600 E. 7 Mile Rd, Detroit, MI 48205

Wednesday November 5, 2025

PAINTING WITH PURPOSE

WED 11.05.2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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: Priest Elementary/Middle School, 7840 Wagner St, 48210

WHAT ESE PARENTS SHOULD KNOW

WED 11.05.2025 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Presented By: Sharene Nathan/ESE Staff

Overview with new and existing parents with students that are receiving ESE services. Providing tools, resources and additional tips on this educational journey.

Location: Dixon School, 8401 Trinity St, Detroit, MI 48228

EXPUNGEMENT OVERVIEW

THU 11.06.2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Presented By: Golden Girls Mentoring

Have something on your record that you think could qualify for expungement? Learn about FREE expungement programs for city residents. Attendees will be able to register and begin their expungement process.

Location: Durfee Elementary-Middle School

2425 Tuxedo St Detroit, MI 48206

CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS TRAINING

WED 11.05.2025 1:45 PM - 2:45 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: Greenfield Union Elementary - Middle School

420 W Seven Mile Rd, Detroit, MI 48203

MUSIC & MENTAL HEALTH

WED 11.05.2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Presented By: Sam Donaldson

This course helps you connect the power of music and how it influences your mental health. Explore your favorite music and learn to align it with coping mechanisms for healthy mental wellness.

Location: Clippert Multicultural Magnet Honors Academy

1981 Mckinstry St, Detroit, MI 48209

Thursday November 6, 2025

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS FOR PARENTS

THU 11.06.2025 8:45 PM - 9:45 PM

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: Sampson-Webber Leadership Academy

4700 Tireman Ave, Detroit, MI 48204

HUSTLE AND FLOW

THU 11.06.2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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: Carver STEM Academy, 18701 Paul St, Detroit, MI 48228

HUSTLE AND FLOW

11.06.2025 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: Davis Aerospace Technical High School

900 Dickerson Ave, Detroit, MI 48215

TRAP YOGA

THU 11.06.2025 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Presented By: Trap Yoga Studio

Join us as we learn beginning yoga techniques, stretching, and meditation, paired with a mix of R&B and Hip Hop.

Location: East English Village Preparatory Academy At Finney

5020 Cadieux, Detroit, MI 48224

TRAP YOGA

THU 11.06.2025 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Presented By: Trap Yoga Studio

Join us as we learn beginning yoga techniques, stretching, and meditation, paired with a mix of R&B and Hip Hop.

Location: Crockett Midtown H.S of Science & Medicine

571 Mack Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201

GIFTED COMMUNITY ADVISORY TEAM

(GCAT) - COHORT A, B, AND C SCHOOLS

THU 11.06.2025 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Presented By: Dr. Valeria Jackson/Guest Facilitator

This purpose of this session is to share information with families and community members to help them support the socio-emotional needs of their gifted, 2E and neurodiverse scholars. The focus will be on supporting the development of executive functioning skills.

Link: https://bit.ly/4o2Qpb3

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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

Marty Bulger
Senior Director - Male Mentoring

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

LaVashia Mundy
Enrollment Outreach Manager

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