DEPSA - ECE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

Monday, November 21, 2022 | Volume XIII. Main Office Contact 313-877-9380

POSITIVITY PROJECT

Gratitude is the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. Showing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most powerful things humans can do for each other. Thank you, Ms. Jones (Rhodes) for participating in our Positivity Project!

Happy Birthday

Kayden Farley 11th 11/20

Anthony Harris Jr.10th 11/21

Elaine Cleague11th11/22

Khylee Robinson 9th 11/24

Elijah Thomas 9th 11/24

Aylin Jose' 11th11/25

Y Thank You, Mr. Bland and New Paradigm For Education for making it possible for Pre-K - 12th scholars to attend the Universal Soul Circus. The staff and students had an amazing time!

TOYS for TOTS

The Making A Change Foundation will be hosting a TOYS FOR TOTS PICK-UP CENTER for approved applicants only. In order to receive toys for your child/children, ALL APPLICATIONS MUST RETURN APPLICATION DIRECTLY to keyanna451@gmail.com

2022-2023 GOALS

100% College Acceptance

FAFSA completion will increase by 20%

Increase college matriculating by 10%

IB/AP - increase the number of students passing by 10%

M-STEP proficiency will increase in both Science and Social Studies by 20% for 11th graders

% of SAT test takers scoring above College Ready Benchmark: 26%

60% of 9th and 10th graders will meet their RIT growth goal in Math and Reading

Average Daily Attendance will be at 95%

INSTRUCTIONAL PRIORITIES

Priority #1: Integrate reading, writing and discussion in all content areas to provide cohesive instruction and opportunities for productive struggle.

Priority #2: Provide effective feedback to students that affirms what they have done well and guides them toward academic improvement and achievement of learning goals.

Priority #3: Study and leverage student-level data on a regular and consistent basis to identify learning opportunities and create plans to address them.

Priority #4: Use rubrics as tools to provide a shared language with clear guidelines and expectations to provide a measure, adjust and evaluate learning.

Important Dates!!!

Monday, November 21st

Honors Assembly Period 6

Tuesday, November 22nd

PBIS Celebration

Wednesday, November 23rd

Thanksgiving Break - School Closed Nov. 23rd - 25th

Wednesday, December7th

Parent-Teacher Conferences 4:30 PM -7:00 PM

Bell Schedule

Dress Code

Detroit Edison Public School Academy students must conduct themselves with a sense of personal pride. Therefore, they are expected to dress appropriately in their school uniforms. The dress code is in effect throughout the entire school day. Students should only carry clear or mesh backpacks. All other items are required to be stored in the locker. Please ensure your child is in full school uniform before entering the building.

Prohibited Items

Hats, head-scarves, bandanas
Large purses (only cross body) JA/ECE
Tight-fitted/short skirts, dresses, shorts, skorts.
Sunglasses worn in school
Bare midriffs or cropped tops
Polo Shirts
Shirts fronts & tails hanging out
Footie socks/ socks with designs on them
Hooded sweatshirts during school hours
No boots of any kind during school hours
Gym shoes (except during gym class)
Non-prescription glasses
Crocs, Mules, strapless shoes, or high heels

Students who violate the dress code will serve a suspension after 3 violations.

Available After School Programs

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