Check Out Five Things You Need to Know This Week!
Attendance Tips for the New School Year: We always strive to reach excellent student attendance whether in person or online. To help demonstrate why attendance is important, we will provide weekly tips and resources.
One school adopted a program called the two P’s, Participation=Perfect Attendance, for students who have two or less absences per month (two or more absences per month is considered chronic absenteeism). Many schools incentivize student attendance with award ceremonies, certificates of recognition and more. Talk to your school leaders to understand how they are supporting perfect attendance. Share with your friends and neighbors, there is still time to enroll! Please visit a school near you or www.detroitk12.org/enroll!
NOTE: Virtual School Deadline is Sept. 17, 2021.
School Required Vaccines and COVID-19 Immunizations: In partnership with several health providers, DPSCD families, update your child's school required immunizations on Saturday, September 18 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers Rd. In Detroit or at Ben Carson High School, 571 Mack Ave. You can also get COVID-19 vaccinations at these sites as well. To register, please visit Wayne Health. For more information on health resources visit detroitk12.org/health.
Hispanic Heritage Month Begins on Wednesday, September 15! With the theme of “A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage & Hope: The Fabrics that Weave Us Together,” Hispanic Heritage Month begins on Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. Participate with your schools' activities and learn more about Hispanic Heritage month by visiting www.detroitk12.org/Page/16500
Upcoming Board and Community Meetings: Tuesday, September 14th is the scheduled monthly board meeting. Details can be found on the District’s calendar. The next family listening session is on Tuesday, September 28, visit the link to share and save the date.
Free Parent Academy This Week and Don’t Forget to Join the PTA! Participate in DPSCD’s Parent Academy workshops this week, important topics will be covered including Navigating the Parent Portal and Career Dialogues. For information on other workshops this week and throughout September, please visit www.detroitk12.org/parentacademy. For more information about the PTA, reach out to your child’s school or visit DPSCD PTA.
Save the Date:
Fall Examination High School 9th Grade Application Window Open on October 4, 2021: If you are interested in having your current 8th grader attend one of the District’s six Examination High Schools, please note the application window opens on October 4! For more information, please visit www.detroitk12.org/examschools
Reminder: On the Rise Podcast!
Check out the latest edition of the On the Rise Podcast, DPSCD: Vaccines and School Safety. Please visit https://www.detroitk12.org/ontherise to listen!