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General Questions
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When does school begin?
The first day of school is Monday, August 26, 2024.
The first day of school for GSRP Pre-Kindergarten is Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
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Is it too late to enroll for the coming school year?
No. There is a seat waiting for you! Parents are encouraged to start the enrollment process. Looking for a neighborhood school? Use our School Locator.
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What are the bell times for my student's school?
Bell times can be located on the "About Us" and "Parents" pages of each school's website. Find your school website.
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What is the dress code for my student's school?
General information on the District's dress code is available in the Parent Hub. Schools will include information about uniforms and dress code expectations under the "Parents" section of their websites. Find your school's website.
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How can I monitor my student’s attendance and grades?
The PowerSchool Parent Portal makes it easy for you to stay up-to-date with your child's school information. With a unique ID number and password from your child’s school, you can create a PowerSchool account using a web browser or the PowerSchool app. Once logged in, you’ll have access to important details like class schedules, grades, and attendance records.
If you don’t have an account yet, simply contact your student’s school and ask for a “Parent Web Access Letter.” This letter will have all the instructions and access codes you need to get started. For more information, please visit our Parent Portal guidance page.
Transportation Questions
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How do I get a City Bus pass for my student?
The District provides safe, efficient, and timely transportation services to families weekly to ensure students are ready to learn. Students in grades 9-12 are able to receive a 31-day DDOT pass each month from the office at their home school. Students can use this pass to ride DDOT free of charge but must show their DPSCD student-issued ID to the bus operator.
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How do I request transportation services for my student?
General education students in grades K-8 who reside more than 3/4 of a mile from their neighborhood school are eligible for bus transportation. Use the Bus Stop Locator to find your stop.
Parents can contact the Office of Student Transportation (OST) Call Center at 313-945-8600 to arrange student transportation.
Parents of students with an IEP may contact the Exceptional Student Education Department's enrollment office at 313-748-6363 regarding transportation-related IEP concerns.
Enrollment Questions
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How do I enroll my student in a DPSCD school?
Follow the three easy steps listed on this page to enroll in a Detroit Public Schools Community District school or visit your school of choice during school hours. Still undecided? We offer a variety of school options to meet the needs of all students. Start the search to find your 'right fit.'
Parents who seek enrollment support may contact one of our Enrollment Specialists.
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How do I enroll my student in preschool?
We provide a free, high-quality early learning experience for students who are 4 years old by December 1st of the current school year through our Great Start Readiness (GSRP) and Montessori programs.
Visit our PK Enrollment page to learn more about the application process and to find schools that still have openings for the 2024-2025 school year.
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How do I find my neighborhood school?
Use our School Locator tool to locate your neighborhood school.
Options
- Click in the search box and enter a specific address or choose Use current location from the drop-down menu.
- Click within the map to explore locations
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Can students attend a school that is not their designated neighborhood school?
Yes, students may enroll in any neighborhood school as long as there are seats available. However, students are only eligible to receive transportation if they attend their designated boundary neighborhood school and live .75 miles or more from the school. To find out more information about transportation options, contact 313-945-8600.
Students may also apply to application or exam schools during designated application windows. Learn more on the Enrollment page.
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How can students who are homeless or in temporary living situations still enroll and receive services?
Students must complete a DPSCD Enrollment Packet and email it to ashley.taylor01@detroitk12.org for processing.
To be considered for McKinney-Vento services, students must also complete a McKinney-Vento Student Referral Form. A new referral form is required each academic year. The Office of Homeless and Foster Care will contact the number on the referral to discuss eligibility and available resources.
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How do I obtain school records/transcripts?
Records and transcript requests are accepted electronically only. View our Student Records page to learn more about the necessary processes.
An upload of a valid identification is required to obtain student records. Valid forms of ID include a driver's license or state ID, passport, birth certificate, social security card, court documents, utility bills, medical records, insurance documents, or mail with identifying names and addresses.
Record requests on behalf of a student by someone other than the parent or legal guardian require an upload of a signed release form.
Questions can be sent directly to student.records@detroitk12.org
Who can I contact for additional help?
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We are here to help you find and enroll in the right fit school for your child.
- Use this link to request assistance
- Call 313-240-4377 for any questions about the enrollment process.
- Need language assistance? Call the number above and request language assistance.
- Questions about ESE Enrollment? Call the Placement Team 313-748-6363.
