DPSCD Superintendent Nikolai Vitti said students who were close to reaching grade level in reading didn’t get the individualized support they needed. The focus was on those who were very far behind, according to a district report.
Hannah Dellinger, Chalkbeat Detroit
Posted inEducation, Election 2026
November’s Detroit school board election could bring big change. What’s at stake for schools and students?
There are 34 candidates vying for five seats on the DPSCD board of education. The election could lead to big changes in the district when it comes to conflict, academics, and more.
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M-STEP results: The Detroit school district is catching up to charter schools
A Chalkbeat analysis found the percentages of DPSCD students at or above proficiency in math surpassed the combined average scores of suburban and city charter schools in nearly every grade on the M-STEP.
Posted inEducation, Michigan Government
Michigan increased funding for English learners by $12.5M. Advocates say a big gap persists.
Districts struggle to meet the needs of English learners with higher proficiency levels, advocates say. There is still no dedicated funding for students expanding their English language comprehension.
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Detroit mayor announces $2.2M city investment in 7 new after-school sites
The funding will allow GOAL Line Detroit to serve around 1,000 more students. The nonprofit also provides transportation from city schools to the programs.
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Detroit district maintains growth in literacy and math on the 2026 M-STEP
The district reached a 12-year high in the percentage of third graders scoring proficient or above in reading and writing, and it bucked a statewide trend of little to no improvement in early literacy.
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Detroit school district to hold parents accountable for too many unexcused early sign-outs
Starting this school year, parents who repeatedly unnecessarily take their kids out of school early will have to attend meetings and sign attendance contracts.
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First day excitement as metro Detroit students head back to school
Monday was the first day of school in the Detroit Public Schools Community District and many other school districts across Michigan.
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Detroit school board appoints 25-year-old youth advocate as its newest member
Jeremiah Steen is a community growth fellow at the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan. He hopes to continue his work on workforce development on the DPSCD board.
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Parent engagement and more resources to get kids to school: What to expect this school year in Detroit
City employees will monitor routes to school to keep students safe, Mayor Mary Sheffield announced Aug. 14. There will also be a pilot ride share program for high schoolers.