DPSCD School Spotlight of the Week Frederick Douglass Academy for Young Men provides a unique educational experience tailored for young men grades 9-12. Douglass is committed to offering academic rigor and character development, ensuring students are well-prepared not just for college, but for life. Offering a vibrant STEM program and a Robotics Club that ignite curiosity and innovation, alongside dual enrollment college courses, Douglass gives students a head start in higher education. Additionally, the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) certification program equips students with cutting-edge skills in spatial analysis. Beyond academics, Douglass, fosters teamwork, discipline, and determination. Visit Douglass today to become part of a legacy of excellence.

DPSCD Student, Staff, or Alumni Spotlight of the Week: Congratulations to Senior Director Kevin Frank as he was invited to discuss the District's nutrition program during the 15th anniversary of the National Farm to School Month, recognized every October. Learn more about the Michigan Department of Education Farm to School program and how DPSCD offers healthy eating.

ESE K-12 Standard Based Report Card Parent Academy Workshop: Are you looking to learn more about the ESE standards for your students report card? If so, join us this week Tuesday, October 22, 2024 to get an overview and understand what is needed for a certificate of completion. This virtual session will begin at 11 a.m. View the catalog to learn more about additional workshops and events happening this week.

Proposal S on the November Ballot:

Proposal S DPSCD is engaged in an education campaign for Proposal S that will appear on the November ballot. Dr. Vitti has scheduled information sessions to provide important facts outlining the benefits and importance of this millage. Please encourage your staff, families, and community partners to attend a Proposal S virtual sessions.

Also, use this digital playbook to share Proposal S information.

#VoteNov5 #DPSCDPropS #DPSCD #PropSforBetterSchools

Save the Date for a Parent Listening Session: Join the conversation online for the Parent Listening session with Board Member Bishop Dr. Corletta Vaughn and Superintendent Dr. Vitti, on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. You can access the call at https://bit.ly/ParentListeningSessionDPSCD.

Reminders:

Stay updated weekly by reviewing DPSCD's Family Newsletter; an updated weekly version is sent every Monday at 6 p.m. by SMS text and posted to the web: detroitk12.org/families.

Important Note:

Don’t miss a robocall/text -- If you opted out of receiving text messages but would like to receive them, please text "START" to 60680 from the phone line that has opted out of non-emergency messages. Text "START" to 54968 for emergency messages.