Kindergarten

7th and 8th Grade Science

Ms. Bonk has been teaching for over 19 years.  She teaches 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th-grade science.  In addition, Ms. Bonk facilitates the

Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program (DAPCEP)/ Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEAM) after-school program at Schulze Academy.

Physical Education

Mr. Byron Brooks has worked in the field of education for over 20 years. His work has included the following positions: Educational Technician, Long Term Substitute, and Contract Teacher. He graduated with an Associate Degree from Wayne County Community College and a Bachelors Degree from Wayne State University. He enjoys working with kids, helping them achieve their highest potential so they can be successful in the future. In addition, he loves working with fellow educators, coming up with solutions to situations that will allow students to succeed. 

Kindergarten

Dalephine Collins is a veteran teacher.  First and foremost, she is extremely dedicated about her career as an educator.  This is not just a "job", it is truly a passion.  Her career began over 30 years ago and she has taught grade levels Pre-K through high school.   She has worked for Detroit Public Schools Community District since 1999.  Dalephine Collins holds a Michigan certification in elementary education, vast experience and coursework in Learning Disabilities.

As an, educator, her belief is  learning is a process and success can be achieved by "ALL" students.  It is imperative that all stakeholders...Parent-Teacher-Student must work together as a Team, in order to attain the best educational experience.  Ms. Collins enjoys interior decorating and music.  She is an individual who lives with passion, loyalty, and good vibes.

8th Grade Math

Mrs. Siedah Dykes has a passion for educating and nurturing the young minds of the future. She is a product of Detroit Public Schools Community District, graduating from Lewis Cass Technical High School. Mrs. Dykes continued her education earning a bachelors degree from Michigan State University.  She then received a Masters Degree from Marygrove College. This is her eighth year teaching at Schulze Academy. In addition to being a educator, Mrs. Dykes is the coach of the Schulze Eagles Cheer Team.

3rd Grade ELA/ K-3 ELA Master Teacher

Ms. Fitzpatrick is a 3rd Grade English Language Arts Teacher at Schulze Academy.  With more than 10 years of teaching experience, she has a passion for working with students and families while igniting a love for reading various texts.

Kindergarten

Ms. Gilmore graduated from Oakland University.  This is her 16th year of teaching Previously to joining the Schulze Academy staff she taught Kindergarten for 14 years. She is very excited to be a part of the Schulze Academy family.

6th Grade ELA

6th/7th Grade Math Teacher

ESE Middle School Resourse Teacher

Pre-School

Ms Jordan brings fifteen years of previous experience in early childhood education, a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a passion for teaching. She shares her love of reading books with children daily. Her mother read stories to her often and was an inspiration to Ms. Harris pursuing a career in teaching.. Outside of the workplace, she is likely to be found planning her next vacation! She loves cooking, and spending time with her family.

Visual Arts 

Nicole Key recently left corporate America to follow her passion of Art and Education. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in Graphic Design from Hampton University. She also has a Master of Business Administration degree with emphasis in Marketing from American Intercontinental University in Atlanta, GA. Originally from Detroit, she attended Mercy High School and moved out of state immediately after graduation.  She relocated from Atlanta to Detroit in 2013. Currently, she is the Art teacher for K-6 at Schulze Academy. She wholeheartedly believes that every child deserves and should receive Art along with their core studies. Exposure to the Arts promotes the whole child commitment. Art in the classroom is a vital part of the curriculum offered in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Art allows students to be imaginative and express themselves while also learning the fundamentals of Art, Art History and the Business of Art. One does not always have to be the greatest artist to benefit from it. Art allows students to build self- esteem and make a personal statement about their uniqueness, happiness, and pride. Most importantly it allows them to be CREATIVE.

1st Grade

5th/6th-Grade Science

Alaina Larsen is the 5th/6th-grade Science teacher at Schulze Academy. In her time outside the classroom she enjoys volunteering with her husband and working in her garden.  

4th Grade

Ms. McGhee is a 4th grade teacher. She completed her undergraduate studies at Wayne State University and graduate school at Marygrove College. Ms. McGhee has been teaching for twenty years. Ms. McGhee enjoys preparing her students for college and beyond.

7th/8th Grade ELA Teacher

2nd Grade

Ms. Morche’ has been blessed to be a Detroit Public Schools Community District teacher for over 20 years. She teaches second grade here at Schulze Academy.

Exceptional Student Education

5th Grade

Middle School ELA Master Teacher/ 7th Grade ELA

1st Grade

3rd Math Grade Teacher/ K-3 Math Master Teacher

Music 

5th Grade Math 

2nd Grade

4th Grade ELA 

Mrs. Swaby is a graduate of the University of the West Indies, Jamaica, and Wayne State University where she obtained a Masters Degree In Education.  She has a passion for teaching and enjoys working with all children.   She presently teaches 4th Grade English Language Arts and Social Studies.  Her main goal as a teacher is to recognize the individuality of her students and provide opportunities for each one to experience success.    

1st Grade Teacher

5th Grade ELA

Tammara Wallace graduated from Murray Wright High School in Detroit, Michigan  After graduating from college she began her teaching career in Maryland.  After her first year of teaching she decided to come back to her roots and return to Detroit Public Schools Community District.  She has taught for Detroit Public Schools Community District for the past 9 years.  Currently she teaches 5th grade English Language Arts.  When she is done teaching she enjoys coaching the Schulze Eagle Cheer Team.  

Choir

3rd Grade

1st Grade Teacher