Borg honored as state Adapted PE Teacher of the Year

Dearborn Public Schools teacher Johnny Borg was recently named the state’s Adapted Physical Education Teacher of the Year for 2026. The Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (MAHPERD) announced the awards in October.  Mr. Borg...

District celebrates passing of historic school bond

“Tuesday was a historic day for Dearborn Public Schools. But more than that, Tuesday was a statement about who we are as a community and what we believe our children deserve.” Those words came from Dearborn Public Schools Superintendent Mike Esseily during a press...

Free early college program will open to more careers starting next school year

Starting this winter, eighth graders interested in more careers will be able to apply for an early college program that allows students to get both a high school diploma and an associate degree or trade certification in five years at no cost to the family. Dearborn...

Edsel Ford High to honor former counselor and coach Baydoun on Dec. 4

Edsel Ford High School will recognize and honor former counselor and coach Ibrahim “Juice” Baydoun during a special dedication ceremony on Dec. 4, 2026 at Edsel Ford High School. The ceremony will be held that evening before the Edsel Ford varsity boys basketball game...

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...

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Online bond meeting set for Sept. 16 at 6 p.m.

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

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

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...

Early Dismissal Tuesdays begin on September 8

Early Dismissal Tuesdays begin on September 8

Starting September 8, schools will dismiss 90 minutes earlier and continue to dismiss students early every Tuesday through May 2027.  Early dismissal provides time for teachers to collaborate and hold professional development. For students who need to stay until...

Six schools recognized for above expected reading rates

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...

Nowlin Elementary to receive new playground equipment

Nowlin Elementary to receive new playground equipment

Dearborn Schools is pleased to announce that new playground equipment has been ordered for Nowlin Elementary School. In July, a fire destroyed a handicap accessible playground at Nowlin Elementary. No one was hurt in the blaze, and the fire was contained to the play...

Community meetings scheduled to provide bond information

Community meetings scheduled to provide bond information

Dearborn Public Schools has announced plans for 21 meetings where the public can learn more about the $1.5 billion bond that will be on the Nov. 3 ballot. The meetings will be held at the district’s elementary schools. Each meeting will include a presentation about...

District launches bond informational campaign

District launches bond informational campaign

Dearborn Public Schools officially kicked off the informational campaign for the district’s historic $1.51 billion bond in the basement of one of the district’s oldest schools on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026. “We are calling this a transformational bond because that is...

Community invited to attend Meet the Superintendent events

Community invited to attend Meet the Superintendent events

Local residents, parents, and students are invited to meet Dearborn Public Schools new superintendent Mike Esseily at one of three events in August 2026. Meet the Superintendent sessions are scheduled for  Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. at Fordson High School in the media...

Fire destroys Nowlin playground

Fire destroys Nowlin playground

Dearborn Public Schools is aware of a fire that destroyed a special needs playground at Nowlin Elementary on Thursday evening. While we are saddened by the loss of equipment enjoyed by our students and our community, we are grateful that no one was hurt and that the...

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