Elementary parents and students will see a new report card when the first round of grades come out in November 2026. Categories on the report cards were revamped to better align with the core learning that the district wants students to be successful on each...
Katie Hetrick
Former performers invited to Maples Arabic Drummers and Chorus’ 25th anniversary event
The popular Maples Arabic Drummers and Chorus is planning a 25th anniversary celebration and is inviting former drummers and chorus members to come back to Maples and reminisce and celebrate with former teachers, principals and alumni of the groups. Parents, alumni...
Police Chief and Superintendent issue joint safety letter
Superintendent Mike Esseily and Police Chief Issa Shahin recently published a safety letter to parents reminding them to talk to their children about the seriousness of making threats. The letter also includes links to online resources where parents and students can...
Michigan agriculture, education officials join Dearborn Public Schools leaders to highlight local food purchasing
State officials from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) and the Michigan Office of Nutrition Services visited Dearborn Public Schools on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026 to celebrate the district’s work to bring more locally grown food to...
Online bond meeting set for Sept. 16 at 6 p.m.
Dearborn Public Schools will hold a virtual meeting where the public can learn more about the $1.5 billion bond that will be on the Nov. 3 ballot. The meeting will stream live on the district’s YouTube channel starting at 6 p.m. on Sept. 16 via this livestream link....
Public invited to homecoming parades and games
Dearborn's three traditional high schools - Edsel Ford, Dearborn, and Fordson - will host homecoming events that include Friday afternoon parades and evening football games. The community is invited to enjoy these events and help celebrate the district’s students. The...
Quinn Evans building study available to show building needs
To assist with residents who have questions about infrastructure needs in the district, Dearborn Public Schools has released a digital copy of the Quinn Evans facility report completed in June 2025. The massive report contains detailed information about almost every...
Six schools recognized for above expected reading rates
Six elementary schools in Dearborn Public Schools have been recognized for beating the odds with their literacy scores. River Oaks, Maples, Nowlin, Miller, Oakman and Howard elementary schools were recently recognized with Bright Spot Top School awards. Each...
Card allows district residents age 60+ to attend home sporting events for free
Dearborn Public Schools is continuing its tradition of encouraging older residents to attend school events by offering free admission and other special discounts via the Premier Citizen Discount Card. District residents age 60 or older can stop in to any...








