Public can meet finalists in superintendent search on April 22

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Board of Education selected three finalists in the search for the next superintendent. Parents, residents, students and others in the Dearborn Public Schools community are invited to learn more about the three finalists for...

Three finalists selected in search for superintendent

Thomas Ahart, Mike Esseily, and Moussa Hamka were named finalists to be the next superintendent of Dearborn Public Schools during a special Board of Education meeting on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Thomas Ahart is the former Superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools....

Annual district art show opening reception set for April 15

The annual Dearborn Public Schools Art Show will hold an opening reception on April 15, 2026 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The show features students from all grade levels and from schools across the district.  The public is encouraged to attend the opening...

First of three free Parent University classes set for March 27

Dearborn Public Schools is offering free Parent University classes to give parents and caregivers tips for how to help their young children become ready to succeed in school. The one-hour Parent University will be held on three Friday mornings in 2026. Each session is...

Kindergarten Roundups set for 2026

Parents living in the Dearborn School District with students planning to start kindergarten in the fall are invited to Kindergarten Roundups at their local elementary school.  Each of the district’s 21 schools with kindergarten is planning to hold a roundup...

Middle and high school orientation dates announced

Dearborn Public Schools is already planning orientation events for next fall’s incoming middle and high school students and their families. Parents and students already in the district and those considering joining the district are welcome to attend and learn more...

District working on draft bond scenarios after recent board study session

The Dearborn Public Schools Board of Education continued its discussion of a possible infrastructure bond during a study session on Jan. 5, 2026, including hearing about four schools with critical needs and the results of a community study. Residents can watch the...

Informal public Chatting sessions return on Dec. 11

Parents, students and community members are invited to chat about Dearborn Public Schools with Interim Superintendent Lamis Srour at any of a series of upcoming events starting Dec. 11, 2025. The informal events, called Chatting with the Superintendent, are a...

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New drinking fountains installed, District water testing continues

New drinking fountains installed, District water testing continues

Dearborn Public Schools is continuing its efforts to guarantee students have safe, accessible drinking water. So far 20 hydration stations—combined water bottle filling area and drinking fountain— have been installed in the District’s buildings.  The goal is to...

Dr. Maleyko receives Chamber of Commerce Business Leader award

Dearborn Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Glenn Maleyko received another important honor on Friday, March 15, 2019 when the Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce presented him with the Business Leader of the Year Award. In presenting the award, the Chamber noted that...

MBCC adding more career options for students

MBCC adding more career options for students

From computer programming to crime fighting, Dearborn Public Schools is continuing to expand career prep and exploration programs for students. The Michael Berry Career Center is adding four new career programs for high schools students, nearly doubling its...

Dearborn recognized as a District of Distinction

Dearborn recognized as a District of Distinction

Adding to a growing list of accolades the Dearborn Public Schools was one of only 45 school districts nationwide this year recognized as a District of Distinction by District Administration magazine. This is the eighth round of honorees for this national recognition...

Snow Days- When To Make The Call

Snow Days- When To Make The Call

The decision to call off school due to snow, cold, or other weather related condition is always a difficult decision for the Superintendent and his team.  Of course the District does appreciate all the help received from students who have not been shy about using...

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