Superintendent Nikolai Vitti says the law punishes districts for system inequities that contribute to chronic absenteeism.
Hannah Dellinger, Chalkbeat Detroit
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Here’s how the Detroit district spent nearly $32M of its literacy lawsuit funds last year
Most of the money went to hire literacy academic interventionists for students struggling to learn to read.
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Detroit district will ask for release of 4 asylum-seeking teens detained by ICE
Community members also want mandatory staff training, additional transportation, and student counseling.
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Will Detroit school district’s literacy lawsuit funds pay off for newcomers?
State test data shows more English learners are meeting growth targets in the district, but some educators say there are still not enough resources to meet their needs.
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Few students ride yellow buses in pilot at 2 Detroit high schools
The district is exploring ways to continue to boost ridership. The project began to improve attendance.
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Detroit school district agrees to controversial waiver to get state mental health and safety funding
Districts must agree to state investigations if a mass casualty event happens in order to get the funds.
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How to choose the best Detroit district exam or application school for your child
DPSCD has schools tailored to students’ interests and career pathways. Here’s what to consider before applying.
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Teachers, community members ask Detroit district to update immigration sanctuary policy
Educators said they feel unprepared to face immigration enforcement and want more training.
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Detroit Horse Power has given me a family’: Students learn empathy, confidence through horsemanship
Many middle and high school students of color say Detroit Horse Power has given them opportunities they wouldn’t otherwise have.
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Could holding parents accountable improve chronic absenteeism in the Detroit school district?
Chronic absenteeism, which negatively impacts students’ ability to learn and progress academically, has long been a problem for DPSCD.