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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

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Monday October 27, 2025

BEGINNERS ASL PARENT SESSIONS

10.27.2025 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

TRAP YOGA

MON 10.27.2025 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: Cody High School, 18445 Cathedral St, Detroit, MI 48228

Tuesday October 28, 2025

MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION

TUE 10.28.2025 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Presented By: Erin Juliana

Attendees will practice mindfulness through various breathing methods, guided imagery, and other practices, to relax the body/mind and help reduce stress.

Location: Renaissance High School

6565 Outer Dr W, Detroit, MI 48235

Wednesday October 29, 2025

WHAT ESE PARENTS SHOULD KNOW

WED 10.29.2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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: Priest Elementary-Middle School

7840 Wagner St Detroit, MI 48210

HUSTLE AND FLOW

WED 10.29.2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 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: Moses Field, 1100 Sheridan St, Detroit, MI 48214

BEGINNERS ASL PARENT SESSIONS

10.29.2025 3:00 PM - 5:00 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

Thursday October 30, 2025

CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS TRAINING

10.30.2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 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: Mackenzie Elementary-Middle School

10147 W Chicago, Detroit, MI 48204

MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION

THU 10.30.2025 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Presented By: Erin Juliana

Attendees will practice mindfulness through various breathing methods, guided imagery, and other practices, to relax the body/mind and help reduce stress.

Location: Renaissance High School

6565 Outer Dr W, Detroit, MI 48235

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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

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

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