Most kids dream of going into space one day. For students at Detroit’s Davis Aerospace Technical High School, Tuesday brought the chance of a lifetime: talking with an astronaut aboard the International Space Station.
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This Detroit teacher carries her father’s legacy into the classroom
How do teachers captivate their students? Here, in a feature we call How I Teach, we ask great educators how they approach their jobs.
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Detroit public schools leader: ‘Coming to school matters’
In his sixth school year, Detroit Public Schools Community District Superintendent Nikolai Vitti said he’s focused on ways to boost enrollment, attendance and achievement.
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Chronic absenteeism in Detroit schools needs urgent solution, candidates say
Eighteen people are running for four seats to oversee the Detroit Public Schools Community District.
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Here’s where candidates for the Detroit school board stand on education issues
The candidates for the Detroit school board weigh in on chronic absenteeism, mental health, and enrollment losses.
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You’re invited: Detroit school board virtual candidate forum
Join Chalkbeat and WDET as we hear from the candidates vying to oversee Detroit public schools.
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Cass Tech lacrosse team helps sport make inroads in Detroit
In Detroit, only two public schools have lacrosse teams, but there are efforts to expand to additional schools.
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Detroit school board revives name change talk for Carson, East English Village
Detroit Public Schools Community District is reopening community conversations over a high school named after the retired neurosurgeon and former Trump cabinet member.
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‘No violence in general’: Detroit students speak out at Day of Peace
“A Day of Peace and Healing,” was created to acknowledge the trauma and tragedies students have experienced at school or at home.
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With a joyful song, these Detroit students are re-engaging with school
The Detroit Public Schools Community District is working to expand its art offerings and its enrollment.