Tensions were high as the high school gym scoreboard counted down from 2 minutes 30 seconds. Parents cheered. Coaches yelled directions, and eight elementary competitors were trying to make the most of two months of preparation. But there was not a ball in...
The district’s commitment to always improving means looking at what areas most need work. To gather feedback, the district has launched surveys for parents, staff and students. Each survey asks a series of questions about that school’s environment and culture,...
The days may be getting shorter, but talented students will be making them brighter with musical performances! Several concerts are scheduled at our middle and high schools over the coming weeks, and the public is invited to attend! For elementary school events, look...
From chef to teaching in Japan to working in a public library in Maryland and now to overseeing a school library, Nichole Alward has worn many hats in her adult life. The latest to be added to that list is Michigan School Librarian of the Year. The Michigan...
Dearborn Public Schools will place an important operating millage renewal on the Feb. 27, 2024 ballot, which is also the presidential primary. The Board of Education approved seeking the millage renewal during its regular meeting on Nov. 13, 2023. The question...
Parents, students and community members are invited to chat about Dearborn Public Schools with Superintendent Glenn Maleyko at any of a series of upcoming events starting Nov. 16. The informal events are called Chatting with the Superintendent, and they provide a way...
Students and families from across Dearborn Public Schools are again stepping up to Battle Against Hunger this November. The ninth annual Battle Against Hunger food drive will run from Nov. 13 to 17 at several schools in the district. Last year the school community...
The Dearborn Public Schools Art department is hosting its 32nd annual Empty Bowls meal on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at Park Place Banquet Hall, 23400 Park Street, Dearborn. For a minimum suggested $5 donation, guests who attend this...
The district’s free preschool program for qualified families still has some openings and will be holding another registration event on Nov. 17. 2023. Families should call first to (313) 827-6150 to make an appointment to register that day at Cotter Early Childhood...
District eighth graders will be learning more about high school options in Dearborn Public Schools throughout November. Parents are invited to attend the sessions at their child’s school or one of two sessions planned via Zoom in December. Each middle school...
Dearborn Public Schools is recognizing local police and fire departments as part of National First Responders Day on Oct. 28, 2023. The district has long had a strong and positive relationship with the Dearborn Police Department. Six officers serve as School...
Michael Gothro sits in a corner of the high school library talking to another teen about high school, college and their plans for life after both. Mr. Gothro is the counselor for the Henry Ford Collegiate Academy. The program, a partnership between Dearborn...