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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.

Parent Newsletter

THANK YOU, CMA FAMILY!!

The Class of 2026 Senior Pinning Ceremony was a beautiful and momentous occasion. Thank you to our CMA staff, families, and students for the many roles you played in making this event such a success. A special thanks to DPSCD’s Breithaupt Career & Technical Center for being a first-class event host. We look forward to an amazing remainder of the school year!

Student Tardiness and Attendance

CMA is experiencing a growing number of students with consistent absences and or tardies. Parents, please recognize the importance of having your students in school daily and on time. Every minute a student misses school is instructional time they cannot get back. This directly affects their grades and their overall success. Additionally, students who are habitually tardy will jeopardize their ability to participate in field trips and extra-curricular activities. Please note, the building opens at 7:15 am daily. If attendance is a struggle, call us at 313-866 -9300. CMA’s Attendance Agent is Ms. Erica Thompson, erica.thompson@detroitk12.org

Deloitte Academy – CMAHS Edition

Students can engage in an exciting four-week journey into the world of technology and innovation, where they will tackle real-world challenges and develop essential skills like teamwork, leadership, and resilience. This program is designed to equip students with the tools needed for success in both their future career and everyday life.

The Upside of Stress Turning Challenges into Growth Opportunities 11/18

Deloitte 4th Industrial Revolution (D4IR) Exploring Technology and AI 12/2

D4IR @ Deloitte Detroit Final Session at the Detroit Office 12/16

Counseling Corner

EDMENTUM (former platform, Edgenuity): DPSCD has adopted a NEW credit recovery platform for the 25-26 school year. Please ensure your student is attending after school Credit Recovery every Monday and Thursday (3-5pm) to ensure completion of their assigned courses. We expect students to complete a minimum of two courses per semester to stay on track for graduation.

ELA - Mr. Corey Stokes, corey.stokes@detroitk12.org

Science – Mr. Enene Iban, enene.iban@detroitk12.org

Social Studies – Ms. Cynthia Curry, Cynthia.curry@detroitk12.org

Mathematics – Ms. Sonji Harlan, Sonji.harlan@detroitk12.org

Contact Credit Recovery Administrator, Mr. Damarco James, Assistant Principal, damarco.james@detroitk12.org with questions or concerns.

After school Tutoring

After school tutoring is available for all students, grades 9-12. Students who need additional academic support should sign up for extended after-school tutoring on Mondays and Thursdays from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Students are required to maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 to remain in good standing and enrolled at Communication & Media Arts High School. Please contact 313 866-9300 if you have any questions.

Page Turners Literacy Backpacks

As part of the District’s Literacy Lawsuit investment, every 9th–12th grade student received a backpack with five high-interest books to take home and keep as well as a cinch sack full of reading related swag. Parents, please ask your students to show you their backpacks and reading swag. “Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” – Margaret Fuller

Parent Corner

Our next parent meeting will be in person on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 @ 5:30 p.m. in the Band Room. If you need to contact the parent group, please feel free to contact President Daniels by email cmapharaohsptsa@gmail.com, Facebook page CMA Pharaohs PTSA, or school website https://www.detroitk12.org/CMA.

Mobile Pantry

The School Food Mobile Program provides nutritious, healthy food for families. The mobile pantry includes fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein. Items distributed from CMA’s parking lot on:

Monday, December 8, 2025

Pharaoh’s Fall Fun Event Tuesday, November 25th

On Tuesday, November 25, CMA will host its Annual Pharaoh’s Fall Fun Event. The Fall Fun event includes refreshments, movies, relaxed dress, and a variety of Fall musical and gaming activities. Students can purchase tickets from Ms. Green in the main office during their lunch hour and the 7th period. Tickets are $5.00. Cash sales only.

THANKSGIVING BREAK

School will be closed Wednesday, November 26th through Friday, November 28th in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. Our Administration and Staff are truly thankful for you. May your holiday be safe and filled with tasty food, great company, and plenty of joy. School will reopen Monday, December 1st at 7:30 a.m. Happy Thanksgiving, CMA families

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