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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DPSCD special education changes aim to help families. Did they?
The restructuring aimed to ensure every special education classroom was fully staffed and reduce travel time for families. But a year since DPSCD redesigned its special education department, reactions to the changes have been mixed.
Posted inEducation, Michigan Government
Back to school in Michigan: 5 things parents need to know
The 2026-27 school year begins Aug. 24 in the Detroit Public Schools Community District and many others 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.
Posted inEducation, Transportation
Free bus rides for Detroit students to continue in new school year
A program offering free bus rides for Detroit school children will operate through the 2026-27 school year. Plus, a rideshare pilot will launch Monday for 150 students at four schools.
Posted inEducation, Michigan Government
Michigan college students struggle with housing, food. Program aims to help
Students at Henry Ford College and Wayne State University with basic needs will have access to a United Way official to direct them to resources on and off campus.
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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.
Posted inEducation, Guest Commentary
Op-ed: Help shape the future of Detroit schools after millage approval
482Forward is hosting a Sept. 11 town hall about the state of schools and what parents and students need in the future.
Posted inEducation, Election 2026
Detroit school board to fill vacant seat of late member Iris Taylor ahead of November election
The DPSCD board must fill the seat within 30 days, as required by state law. If the deadline is missed, Wayne RESA’s board must make an appointment.
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Detroit school district takes on questions about school cleanliness, special education, more
Detroit Public Schools Community District continues to field questions from the public following a series of social media videos criticizing the district.