2nd
Annual
Parent School Shopper
Fa i r G u i d e March 10, 2012
Co-Sponsors: Black Family Development, Detroit Parent Network, Detroit Regional Chamber, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, New Detroit, The Skillman Foundation, United Way for Southeastern Michigan
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SCHOOLS D E T R O I T
thank you Excellent Schools Detroit (ESD) wishes to thank the many organizations that made the 2012 Parent School Shopper Fair possible. ESD also would like to thank all the schools that are participating today, sharing their stories with Detroit parents.
Co-Sponsors
Black Family Development, Inc. Detroit Parent Network Detroit Regional Chamber W.K. Kellogg Foundation New Detroit The Skillman Foundation United Way for Southeastern Michigan We are planning additional fairs for late spring and the summer. The Excellent Schools Detroit website will have updates (www.excellentschoolsdetroit.org).
March 2012
TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome
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How We Selected Schools to Participate
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Choosing a School: What to Ask When You Visit a School
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Application Requirements and Deadlines
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About the School Profiles
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School Profiles — 30 schools Elementary Schools (11) Middle Schools (10) High Schools (9) About Excellent Schools Detroit
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Welcome to the
2nd Annual Parent School Shopper Fair This is your chance to find a good school for your child. We’ve invited the elementary, middle, and high schools from the city and nearby suburbs that have the best academic results for students over the past three years.
Visit their tables/exhibits. Attend a Detroit Parent Network workshop. Talk to other parents and students. Learn about any application requirements and deadlines. And have lunch on us. You have the power to make a real difference for your child … and just attending this fair is an important step. We’re glad you’re here. And we’re ready to do whatever we can to help you find the best school for your child. Best, Excellent Schools Detroit
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How We Selected Schools to Participate We invited a total of 30 schools to participate in the
We understand that parents look for more than
Parent School Shopper Fair: 11 elementary schools,
reading and math test scores when choosing the
10 middle schools, and 9 high schools. They were
best school for their child. And this guidebook
chosen based on their recent academic results:
includes additional information from each school.
High schools needed to have an average ACT composite score of at least 16.5 between 2009 and 2011. The ACT is a college admissions test
Plus, later this spring ESD will be publishing a more comprehensive guide that includes information such as student surveys.
that all 11th graders in Michigan take. The state
But we believe a school’s academic performance
average was 19.2 from 2009 to 2011.
is the most important measure. If a student is not
Elementary and middle schools had to meet or
learning the basics — English and math — it will be difficult for him or her to succeed in the higher
exceed the state averages in reading and math
grades … or graduate and end up on a path to
between 2008 and 2010 or between 2009 and
college or a good career. Plus, in a school where
2011. These scores were based on the Michigan
students are really learning, you can be confident
Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) tests,
that other good things are happening: students
which students in grades 3–8 take every year.
are safe, they’re interested, and adults are working
Between 2009 and 2011, the state average in
together to provide the necessary support.
reading was 66% meeting standards in 5th grade and 58% in 8th grade; the average in math was
Information on all schools in the city and
39% in 5th grade and 30% in 8th grade.
eligible suburban schools can be found in Excellent Schools Detroit’s 2012 School
All schools inside city limits were eligible. Schools
Report Card on our website
outside the city were eligible if at least 30% of their
(www.excellentschoolsdetroit.org).
students are from Detroit.
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Choosing A School What to Ask When You Visit a School What are the school’s strengths? What are you known for?
What will the school day look like for my child? What subjects will he or she take?
What steps do you take to make sure my child and others succeed? What do you do to make sure students stay on grade level? What percentages of students are on grade level in the school?
What academic support and resources do you
security? How are parents made aware of the policy? What happens to students who violate the policy?
What opportunities are there for parents to be engaged?
How do you keep parents informed of their child’s progress beyond report cards?
What is your policy on allowing a student to advance to the next grade even if he or
provide students before or after school? Tutoring?
she doesn’t meet the standards (“social
Extra time with teachers? Homework sessions?
promotion”)?
What support is available for children with special
Tell me about the staff. What are their
needs? What support is in place for children with
qualifications? How diverse are they? How are
an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)? Or for
they selected?
children whose first language isn’t English?
What other opportunities do students have such as music and sports? Are they a part of the school day or after school? How do these offerings connect to academics?
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What is the school’s policy for safety and
What is the school’s overall belief about the purpose of education? What is your school preparing students for?
What does the school need to do better?
Application Requirements and Deadlines Different schools have different application requirements and deadlines. Each school has specific requirements (some of which is outlined in the individual school profiles that follow), but here is some basic information that might be helpful. Type of School
Requirements
Deadlines March 15–April 16, 2012
Detroit Public School
Birth certificate, proof of
(After this period, children are
Open enrollment
immunizations, school transcript
assigned by neighborhood boundary) Applications accepted through
Detroit Public School Exam (such as Cass)
Application and entrance test
the first six weeks of school, and entrance test exams given in January
Detroit Public School Application (such as Bates)
Varies by school, but generally an application, report card, test scores, student essay
Regular public high schools outside the city
Varies by school, but generally
(such as University High
open enrollment
Applications accepted through March 15, 2012
Varies by school
School in Ferndale)
Public charter schools Inside and outside the city
Private schools Inside and outside the city
Varies by school, but generally an application, birth certificate, proof of immunizations, school transcript
Varies by school, February through August
Varies by school, but generally an application, entrance test, school
Varies by school
transcript
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About the School Profiles The information contained in the school profiles on
The upper left corner of each profile describes the
the following pages was provided by the schools
grades served and the kind of school it is:
themselves with one exception — the test score data were pulled directly from Excellent Schools Detroit’s 2012 School Report Card. Not all schools reported the information in the same way. Nor did all schools report information on all of the indicators. And we did not have a chance to independently verify the information. For schools that did not send us information, we were able
A traditional public school outside Detroit, such as University High in Ferndale;
A public charter school, either inside or outside Detroit; or
A private school, such as Cornerstone and the
to include only their contact information and test
University of Detroit Jesuit. These schools charge
score data.
tuition. All others are free.
Consider these profiles a starting point. Talk to the
The remainder of the profile provides information
schools. Read the additional information they bring
that parents say is important to them, such as class
to the fairs or provide on their websites. Talk to
size, extracurricular programs, facilities available, and
other parents and families about their experiences
reading and math scores.
at the school.
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DPS, part of the Detroit Public Schools system;
elementary schools
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Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School DPS
Grades PK–8
7635 Chatham Detroit, MI 48239
Hours: 7:30–2:40pm
Phone: 313-274-8560 Fax: 313-274-8074
Principal: Deborah Ferguson deborah.griffin-ferguson@detroitk12.org
School size: 525 students
We are known for … strong academic programs.
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 25:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Ann Arbor Trail is an application school. Parents must submit a copy of their child’s previous years MEAP Scores, report cards, and a current immunization record. All grades are open. Students in grades 3–8 should have a 3.0 grade point average or higher. Applications must be submitted by March 15, 2012.
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Ann Arbor Trail
74.4%
29.5%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Reading Instruction Mathematics Instruction Science Instruction Homework Help Technology/Video/Media Visual Arts/Crafts Music
Sports: Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Cheer Team
Special education services
Facilities: Music Room Computer Lab Kitchen-Food Service Classroom
Foreign languages offered: Spanish French
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Alonzo W. Bates Academy DPS
Grades K–8
19701 Wyoming Detroit, MI 48221
Hours: 8:00–3:25 p.m.
Phone: 313-494-7000
Principal: Reginald Kirkland reginald.kirkland@detroitk12.org
School size: 870 students
We are known for … academic rigor.
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 29:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Application window is currently open to obtain test date in January 2011.
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Bates Academy
81.7%
53.4%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Art Music Vocal Computer Robotics STEM
Sports: Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Girls Volleyball
Special education services
Facilities: Gym Auditorium Cafeteria
Foreign languages offered: Spanish
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Center for Literacy and Creativity DPS Charter
Grades K–8
18401 W. McNichols Detroit, MI 48219 Phone: 313-537-9400
We are known for … working with parents and the community to provide a nurturing environment for at-risk students that promotes the total development and welfare of the whole child within a framework of multi-age grouping, the disciplines of creative arts, literacy, and innovative technology.
Hours: 7:55–3:10 p.m. Principal: Kimistri Hall khall@center4literacy.org
School size: 99 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 24:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Open enrollment March 19 through April 20, 2012. Lottery held April 27, 2012, if necessary.
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Center for Literacy
31.3%
21.9%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
o After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Chess Club Monthly Ladies Tea
Sports:
Special education services
Facilities:
Foreign languages offered:
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Chrysler Elementary School DPS
Grades K–5
1445 E. Lafayette Street Detroit, MI 48207 Phone: 313-494-8440
Hours: 8:00–3:25 p.m. Principal: Linda Whitaker linda.whitaker@detroitk12.org
School size: 870 students
We are known for … academic rigor.
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 29:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Application window is currently open to obtain test date in January 2011.
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Chrysler
83.5%
45.6%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Art Instrumental Music Vocal Computer Robotics STEM
Sports: Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Girls Volleyball
Special education services
Facilities: Gym Auditorium Cafeteria Foreign languages offered: Spanish
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Cornerstone Schools Private
Grades PK–8
6861 E. Nevada Detroit, MI 48234
Hours: 8:10–3:15 p.m. Principal: Ernestine Sanders ernestine.sanders@cornerstoneschools.org
Phone: 313-892-1860, Ext. 257 (admissions)
Website: www.cornerstoneschools.org
We are known for … providing a rigorous and academic excellent education in an urban community, while teaching the principles, morals, and values of Christ.
School size: 545 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 23:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Open enrollment starts March 2011. Applications are currently being accepted for waitlist. Space is available for all grade levels.
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Cornerstone
82.5%
43.8%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Award Winning Academic Games Award Winning Chess Team Robotics Club Boys Scout Brownies Daisies Karate Golf Fencing Piano National Junior Honor Society
Sports: Basketball Soccer Track Volleyball
Special education services
Facilities: Gym Cafeteria Chapel Multi-purpose Room Plato/Computer/Chemistry Labs Knowledge Center St. John Clinic Foreign languages offered: Spanish Mandarin Chinese
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Detroit Edison Public School Academy Detroit Charter
Grades PK–10 (adding grade 11 in 2012)
1903 Wilkins Street Detroit, MI 48207
Hours: 7:50–3:35 p.m.
Phone: 313-833-1100 Fax: 313-833-8653
We are known for … maintaining a culture of achievement; empowering students with knowledge and assessment goals while preparing them to take an active role in their education; and promoting high expectations for excellence in academic and social endeavors.
Principal: Ralph C. Bland, Superintendent rbland@detroitedisonpsa.org Website: www.detroitedisonpsa.org Average class size: PK: 5:1 students/teacher K–5: 24:1 students/teacher 6–8: 30:1 students/teacher 9–10: 20:1 students/teacher
Bus routes/stops:
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Applications required for all grade levels. Application deadline is the end of February. Application requirements include up-to-date immunization record, birth certificate, most recent school transcript, and any additional paperwork.
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Detroit Edison
68.8%
38.4%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Band DEPSA Youth Chorale Boy/Girl Scouts National Honor Society EcoTek Green Team/Garden Club Student Health Advisory Council Robotics Future City Engineering Project Lead The Way – Pre-Engineering Academic Games Junior Tech Team/Broadcasting Youth Leadership Debate Photography/Art Clubs Book Clubs Tutorial Services
Foreign Language Clubs Service Learning Sports: Boys/Girls Basketball Baseball Girls Volleyball Swim Team Boys/Girls Track High School Football Competitive Dance Competitive Cheerleading Softball Golf Soccer (starting soon) Gymnastics Karate
Special education services
Facilities: Multi-Purpose Gymnasium Cafetorium Computer Labs/Student iPads Media Centers Wireless Environment Air Conditioned Playground Locker Rooms Community Garden Science Labs Foreign languages offered: World Cultures Mandarin Chinese French Spanish
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Detroit Service Learning Academy Detroit Charter
Grades K–8
21605 W. 7 Mile Rd. Detroit, MI 48219
Hours: 7:30–3:30 p.m. / 8:00–4:00 p.m. Principal: Roderick L. Wallace wallace.roderick@detroitsla.org
Phone: 313-541-7619
Website: www.detroitsla.org We are known for … preparing students for academic success, lifelong learning, leadership, and meaningful service to the community.
School size:
Bus routes/stops: N/A
Average class size: 32:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Application required. Open enrollment for grades K–8 will begin Tuesday February 1, 2012, and end Thursday, April 5, 2012. Interested parties may receive an application by mail, at our website, or in our main office. There is limited availablility in grades 1–8 and 128 spaces available in kindergarten.
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Detroit Service Learning
79.8%
44.6%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Elementary/National Junior Honor Society Geek Squad 3D Dance Team Diamond League Mentoring Program Academic Games Character Counts Band PRIDE Male Mentoring program
Sports: Boys/Girls Basketball Cheerleading Volleyball Tee Ball
Special education services
Facilities: Gym Cafeteria 2 Computer Labs 2 Computer Literacy Labs Digital Cafe Science Lab Foreign languages offered: Spanish
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Mann Elementary School DPS
Grades PK–5
19625 Elmira Street Detroit, MI 48228 Phone: 313-866-9580
We are known for … providing special attention and care to our students and families.
Hours: 9:00–4:10 p.m. Principal: Gwendolyn Frencher gwendolyn.frencher@detroitk12.org
School size: 432 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 25–30:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Preschool students must apply in advance. Deadline for preschool application is June 1, 2011.
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
Math
Mann Elementary
65.2%
38.7%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Reading Instruction Mathematics Instruction Science Instruction Technology/Video/Media Music Karate Choir Chess Club Book Club Afterschool Tutorial Academic Games
Sports: Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Step Team
Special education services
Facilities:
Foreign languages offered: French Spanish
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Martin Luther King Jr. Education Center Academy DPS Charter
Grades PK–6
16827 Appoline St. Detroit, MI 48245
Hours:
Phone: 313-341-4944
Website: users.ameritech.net/cprice/index.htm
We are known for … offering an accelerated academic curriculum with an emphasis on a technology-based enrichment program. Individualized instruction is a priority, and there are a structured reading program and foreign language instruction.
Principal: Dr. Constance Price
School size: 240 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size:
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines:
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Martin Luther King Jr.
61.6%
43.0%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
o Before care programs
o Uniforms
o After care programs
o Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Music Glee Club Creative Writing Dance (Tap, Ballet, and Modern) Drama Visual Arts
Sports:
Special education services
Facilities:
Foreign languages offered:
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Thirkell Elementary School DPS
Grades PK–5
7724 14th Street Detroit, MI 48206
Hours: 8:15–3:20 p.m. Principal: Dr. Clara Smith clara.smith@detroitk12.org
Phone: 313-596-0990
We are known for … a rigorous academic program that offers art, physical education, vocal and instrumental music, and computer science.
School size: 517 students
Bus routes/stops: 2nd & 3rd at Bryon, Hazelwood, and Clairmount; Holmur, LaSalle, Virginia Park, and Pingree
Average class size: 21:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Students must have a 2.5 grade point average or better. There are no deadlines; we are not an application school.
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
reading
math
Thirkell
78.0%
63.2%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
Before care programs
Uniforms
o After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Reading Instruction Mathematics Instruction Science Instruction Homework Help Technology/Video/Media Visual Arts/Crafts Music Dance Boy Scouts Girl Scouts
Sports: Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Cheerleading Volleyball
Special education services
Facilities: Art Room Music Room Computer Lab
Foreign languages offered: N/A
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Thurgood Marshall Elementary School DPS
Grades PK–6
15531 Linwood Street Detroit, MI 48238 Phone: 313-494-8820
We are known for … teachers with high expectations, our students’ academic success, and our Character Education Curriculum that is infused into our teaching.
Hours: 8:30–3:40 p.m. Principal: Sharon E. Lee sharon.lee@detroitk12.org
School size: 385 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 25:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: School is open to city of Detroit students. Neighborhood students receive first preference.
Percentage of Grade 5 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Thurgood Marshall
50.4%
39.3%
Michigan Average
66.4%
39.4%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Reading Instruction Mathematics Instruction DACAP Chess Academic Games Playwork Recess Program Homework Help Dance Youth Development/Life Skills
Sports: Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Cheerleading
Special education services
Facilities: Multi-purpose area
Foreign languages offered: N/A
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Middle schools
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Alonzo W. Bates Academy DPS
Grades K–8
19701 Wyoming Detroit, MI 48221
Hours: 8:00–3:25 p.m.
Phone: 313-494-7000
Principal: Reginald Kirkland reginald.kirkland@detroitk12.org
School size: 870 students
We are known for … academic rigor.
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 29:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Application window is currently open to obtain test date in January 2011.
Percentage of Grade 8 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Bates Academy
83.2%
61.0%
Michigan Average
57.6%
29.5%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Art Music Vocal Computer Robotics STEM
Sports: Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Girls Volleyball
Special education services
Facilities: Gym Auditorium Cafeteria
Foreign languages offered: Spanish
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Burton International School DPS
Grades PK–8
2001 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Detroit, MI 48208
Hours: 7:30–2:43 p.m. Principal: Dr. John Wilson john.wilson02@detroitk12.org
Phone: 313-596-3800 We are known for … academics and assisting middle school students with enrollment in top local high schools.
School size: 794 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 4–5: 34:1 students/teacher 6–8: 36:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Application required.
Percentage of Grade 8 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Burton International
61.5%
40.3%
Michigan Average
57.6%
29.5%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Swimming Computer Art Foreign Languages Glee Club Academic Team Robotics Team
Sports: Basketball Volleyball Soccer Flag Football Cheerleading Dance Team
o Special education services
Facilities: Gym Cafeteria/Auditorium Swimming Pool Foreign languages offered: Arabic French
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Center for Literacy and Creativity DPS Charter
Grades K–8
18401 W. McNichols Detroit, MI 48219 Phone: 313-537-9400
We are known for … working with parents and the community to provide a nurturing environment for at-risk students that promotes the total development and welfare of the whole child within a framework of multi-age grouping, the disciplines of creative arts, literacy, and innovative technology.
Hours: 8:00–3:25 p.m. Principal: Kimistri Hall khall@center4literacy.org
School size: 99 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 24:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Open enrollment March 19 through April 20, 2012. Lottery held April 27, 2012, if necessary.
Percentage of Grade 8 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Center for Literacy
44.0%
40.0%
Michigan Average
57.6%
29.5%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
o After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Chess Club Monthly Ladies Tea
Sports:
Special education services
Facilities:
Foreign languages offered:
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Cornerstone Schools Private
Grades PK–8
6861 E. Nevada Detroit, MI 48234
Hours: 7:45–3:00 p.m. Principal: Ernestine Sanders ernestine.sanders@cornerstoneschools.org
Phone: 313-892-1860, Ext. 257 (admissions)
Website: www.cornerstoneschools.org
We are known for … providing a rigorous and academic excellent education in an urban community, while teaching the principles, morals, and values of Christ.
School size: 545 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 23:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Open enrollment starts March 2011. Applications are currently being accepted for waitlist. Space is available for all grade levels.
Percentage of Grade 8 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Cornerstone
77.0%
17.8%
Michigan Average
57.6%
29.5%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: American Sign Language Golf Student Council Forensic Science Piano Wizards Drama Strings Solo & Choir Festival African American Studies Musical Theatre Appreciation Girl Power Mentoring Success Strategies for Middle School Boys
Sports: Basketball Soccer Track Volleyball
Special education services
Facilities: Gym Cafeteria Chapel Multi-purpose Room Plato/Computer/Chemistry Labs Knowledge Center St. John Clinic Foreign languages offered: Spanish Mandarin Chinese
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Detroit Merit Academy Detroit Charter
Grades K–8
1091 Alter Road Detroit, MI 48215
Hours: 8:00–3:30 p.m. Principal: Sandra Terry-Martin 45.smartin@heritageacademies.com
Phone: 313-331-3328 Fax: 313-331-3278
We are known for … strong academics, high school placement success, and a positive school culture. Our students are really talented and motivated. They understand what they need to do to succeed, and they work extremely hard to make that happen. Staff are caring and dedicated, and students are safe to explore and learn. All children know where they are at and where they need to go. We expect all of our students to attend and graduate from college.
Website: detroitmerit.heritageacademies.com School size: 725 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 22–30:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Lottery is in February for the upcoming school year. Applications are accepted, and if there are no openings, students are placed on a waiting list. Openings vary by grade with limited availabilitiy in 7th and 8th grades.
Percentage of Grade 8 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Detroit Merit Academy
65.9%
31.5%
Michigan Average
57.6%
29.5%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Arts Choir Wednesday Clubs Robotics Team Music Drama Karate Gymnastics Mad Science After School Tutoring
Sports: Girls/Boys Basketball Cheerleading Swim Club Cross Country
o Special education services
Facilities: Gym Auditorium Cafetria Library/Media Center Foreign languages offered: Spanish
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Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies DPS
Grades K–8
6501 West Outer Drive Detroit, MI 48235
Hours: 8:30–3:40 p.m. Principal: Todd Losie todd.losie@detroitk12.org
Phone: 313-651-2400
We are known for … a challenging, proficiency-based duallanguage program in French, Spanish, Chinese, or Japanese, as well as rigorous college-preparatory high school readiness.
School size: 650 students
Bus routes/stops: DDOT West Outer Drive stops
Average class size: 25:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Applications are accepted for grades K–3. The school does not accept students after 3rd grade. Applicants are individually tested and interviewed. Students must maintain a minimum 2.5 grade point average and grade-level equivalency in reading and math to remain in the program. There are also strict behavior guidelines. The application process ends March 15, 2012.
Percentage of Grade 8 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Foreign Language Immersion
68.6%
19.3%
Michigan Average
57.6%
29.5%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Future Cities Science Club Girl Scouts Boy Scouts Dance Martial Arts Chess Club
Sports: Soccer Basketball Cheerleading
o Special education services
Facilities: Foreign languages offered: Spanish French Japanese Chinese
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Hamtramck Academy Charter outside Detroit
11420 Conant St. Hamtramck, MI 48212
Hours: 8:00–3:15 p.m.
Grades K–8
Phone: 313-368-7312
Website: www.hamtramckacademy.org
Principal: Shawn Leonard
We are known for … serving a diverse population with high academic achievement in an urban community.
School size: 490 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 26:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Open enrollment ends February 25, 2011. Kindergarten has 75 spaces, and there are fewer than 5 spaces for grades 1–8.
Percentage of Grade 8 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Hamtramck
64.3%
26.3%
Michigan Average
57.6%
29.5%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
o After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Academic Games Debate Male Mentoring National Junior Honor Society Student Council Newspaper
Sports: Basketball Cross-country Volleyball
Special education services
Facilities: Multi-purpose area
Foreign languages offered: N/A
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Martin Luther King Jr. Education Center Academy DPS Charter
Grades PK–6
16827 Appoline St. Detroit, MI 48245
Hours:
Phone: 313-341-4944
Website: users.ameritech.net/cprice/index.htm
We are known for … offering an accelerated academic curriculum with an emphasis on a technology-based enrichment program. Individualized instruction is a priority, and there are a structured reading program and foreign language instruction.
Principal: Dr. Constance Price
School size: 240 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size:
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines:
Percentage of Grade 8 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
Martin Luther King Jr.
73.1%
44.2%
Michigan Average
57.6%
29.5%
o Before care programs
o Uniforms
o After care programs
o Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Music Glee Club Creative Writing Dance (Tap, Ballet, and Modern) Drama Visual Arts
Sports:
Special education services
Facilities:
Foreign languages offered:
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University of Detroit Jesuit Private
Grades 7–12
8400 S. Cambridge Ave. Detroit, MI 48221 Phone: 313-927-2323
Hours: 8:00–2:45 p.m. Principal: Anthony Trudel anthony.trudel@uofdjesuit.org Website: uofdjesuit.org
We are known for … being a college preparatory that has taught young men in the Jesuit, Catholic tradition in Detroit since 1877. Our goal is to prepare young men not just for the rigors of college but for the rigors of life, providing students with an experience they will cherish and hold dear for the rest of their lives.
School size:
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 22 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Students entering grades 7–9 must complete the following: entrance exam, application, evaluation form, and submit report cards from the last two years. For students looking to transfer into grades 10 and 11, please call. Director of Admissions – Atif Lodhi: 313-862-5400.
Percentage of Grade 8 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
math
University of Detroit Jesuit
88.1%
42.0%
Michigan Average
57.6%
29.5%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
o Special education services
o After care programs
o Parent involvement policy
College counseling
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
o Internships
Extracurriculars: More than 40 co-curricular clubs, as well as band and choir
Sports: Football Soccer Tennis Cross Country Basketball Hockey Swimming & Diving Bowling Skiing Wrestling Baseball Track Lacrosse Golf
Facilities: Two Gyms Cafeteria Library Commons Area Atrium Area
Foreign languages offered: Spanish Latin Chinese
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University Prep Academy Science and Math Detroit Charter
Grades 6–8
5100 John R Detroit, MI 48202
Hours: 8:00–3:30 p.m.
Phone: 313-832-8400
Principal: Jennifer Spencer jspencer@uprepsm.com Website: www.2upsm.org
We are known for … small class sizes, rigorous science, technology, engineering, and math curriculum, including the nationally acclaimed Project Lead the Way engineering program, individualized learning, and a relentless focus on student success and college attendance.
School size: 450 students
Bus routes/stops: Close to the bus route #25 — Jefferson Ave. Stop at Jefferson & Chene.
Average class size: 20:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: A general admissions school that requires families to apply and participate in a random lottery if there are more applicants than available seats. The 2012 admissions deadline is March 12 at 4 p.m. The lottery will be held March 27.
Percentage of Grade 8 Students Meeting/Exceeding State Standards, 2009–11 Average
Reading
Math
University Prep
59.9%
31.0%
Michigan Average
57.6%
29.5%
Before care programs
Uniforms
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Extracurriculars: Travel Club/Study Abroad National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Student Chapter Academic Games Lego League Garden Club Tutoring (all subjects) Community Service Club Battle of the Books Robotics Friday Enrichment Classes
Sports: Football Boys and Girls Basketball Cheerleading Soccer Volleyball Rowing (off site) Track
Special education services
Facilities: New Building Computer lab Attached to the Detroit Science Center High-end science labs Engineering lab Foreign languages offered: Spanish Chinese
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Cass Technical High School DPS
Grades 9–12
2501 Second Avenue Detroit, MI 48201 Phone: 313-263-2000
We are known for … providing a broad range of acacemic, technical, social, and cultural experiences that produce highperforming students who are successful in college and become contributing members of society.
Hours: 8:00–3:15 p.m. Principal: Lisa Phillips lisa.phillips@detroitk12.org
School size: 2,143 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 33:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Cass Tech is an examination high school. Eighth-grade students can apply to take the High School Examination Test for admission. Students who are not admitted via testing must submit an appeal packet for review and disposition. Students who appeal must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average, 96% attendance rate, and no student code of conduct violations. Application deadlines are usually in late October. Appeals must be submitted during Appeals Window: Friday, April 1, through Friday, April 29.
Average ACT composite 2009–11 and Four year graduation rate 2010
act
Graduation rate
Cass Technical
19.6
93.7%
Michigan Average
19.2
76.0%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
Special education services
After care programs
Parent involvement policy
College counseling
o Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Internships
Extracurriculars: Reading Instruction Mathematics Instruction Science Instruction Social Studies Instruction Homework Help Debate/Speech Technology/Video/Media Visual Arts/Crafts Music Dance Theater Community Service Co-ops
Sports: Boys and Girls Basketball Football Baseball Softball Cheerleading Volleyball Track & Field Cross Country Tennis Golf Swimming Soccer Archery
Facilities: Theater Art Room Music Room Swimming Pool Computer Lab Print Shop Foreign languages offered: Spanish French German Latin Japanese
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Cesar Chavez High School Detroit Charter
Grades 9–12
1761 Waterman Detroit, MI 48209
Hours: 8:00–3:00 p.m.; seniors 6:55–2:00 p.m.
Phone: 313-551-0611
Principal: Juan Jose Martinez juan.martinez@leonagroup.com Website: www.chavezwaterman.com
We are known for … being a neighborhood high school that provides an opportunity for all students to learn in a safe atmosphere of academic excellence.
School size: 725 students
Bus routes/stops: DDOT
Average class size: 28:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: The school is open to all students. There is a mandatory re-enrollment application for current students and new enrollment application for perspective students. Re-enrollment applications for existing students are collected during February, and new applications are distributed and received during March. All information must be included in the application prior to submission. Space is limited — waiting lists are expected for every grade level.
Average ACT composite 2009–11 and Four year graduation rate 2010
act
Graduation rate
Cesar Chavez
16.8
81.0%
Michigan Average
19.2
76.0%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
Special education services
o After care programs
Parent involvement policy
College counseling
Recess or mandatory P.E.
English language learner services
Internships
Extracurriculars: AP & Honor’s Courses ACT Explore & Plan (Mandatory for all 9th & 10th Graders) After school tutoring in all subjects everyday of the week Math Club Chess Club Community Service National Honor Society Student Government Credit Recovery Friends for Change Peer Mediation
Sports: Boys and Girls Basketball Football Baseball Softball Cheerleading Volleyball Track and Field Cross Country Soccer Wrestling
Facilities:
Foreign languages offered: Spanish — online language courses (with conditions)
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Communication and Media Arts High School DPS
Grades 9–12
14771 Mansfield Street Detroit, Michigan 48227 Phone: 313-866-9300 Fax: 313-866-9304
We are known for … providing a rigorous academic environment, with a focus on reading, writing, and mass media.
Hours: 7:15–2:30 p.m. Principal: Donya Odom donya.odom@detroitk12.org
Bus routes/stops: Grand River Southfield service
School size: 500 students Average class size: 30–35:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Students must submit an application for review by the admissions review board. Students also should have a strong core grade point average and good test scores.
Average ACT composite 2009–11 and Four year graduation rate 2010
act
Graduation rate
Communications and Media Arts
16.7
93.1%
Michigan Average
19.2
76.0%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
Special education services
o After care programs
Parent involvement policy
College counseling
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
o Internships
Extracurriculars: Arts Choir Reading Instruction Mathematics Instruction Homework help Debate/Speech Tecnology/Video/Media Competitive Sports Youth Development/Life Skills
Sports: Boy’s Basketball Girl’s Basketball Baseball Softball Cheerleading Volleyball Track & Field Cross Country Tennis Golf
Facilities: Gym Cafeteria Computer Lab Foreign languages offered: French Spanish
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Henry Ford Academy Charter outside DPS
20900 Oakwood Blvd. Dearborn, MI 48121
Grades 9–12
Phone: 313-982-6200 Ext. 2901
We are known for … providing a project-based college-prep curriculum that focuses on problem solving and innovation. All students participate in Design Challenges. There is strong emphasis on career readiness and community service.
Hours: 8:45–3:30 p.m. Principal: Cora Christmas cchristmas@hfa.spfs.k12.mi.us Website: www.hfacademy.org School size: Average class size: 28:1 students/teacher
Bus routes/stops: SMART Bus to Greenfield Village
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Must be a Wayne County resident. 120 openings for 9th grade only.
Average ACT composite 2009–11 and Four year graduation rate 2010
act
Graduation rate
Henry Ford Academy
17.5
84.5%
Michigan Average
19.2
76.0%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
Special education services
o After care programs
Parent involvement policy
College counseling
Recess or mandatory P.E.
English language learner services
Internships
Extracurriculars: Art Club Build On (service club), Dance Club Diversity Club FIRST Robotics Team Mock Trial National Honor Society Performing Arts Club Senior Council Student Council Service Club Sister-to-Sister Club Insanity (exercise club) Choir
Sports: Golf Cross Country Volley Ball Girls Basketball Boys Basketball Softball Baseball Intramural Soccer
Facilities: Henry Ford Museum Greenfield Village Auditorium Cafeteria Lovett Hall Ballroom Two Working Farms Music Studio Wireless Campus Foreign languages offered: Spanish German
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Madison High School – Madison Heights Charter outside DPS
Grades 9–12
915 E. 11 Mile Madison Heights, MI 48071
Hours: 8:00–3:25 p.m. Principal: A. Christian Morales amorales@madisonschools.k12.mi.us
Phone: 248-548-1880
We are known for … offering a comprehensive curriculum that meets the interests, aptitudes, and academic requirements for all students.
Bus routes/stops: Between John R & Dequindre Rds;11 Mile Rd @ NS Wolverine East /West stop in front of school
School size: 400 students Average class size: 28:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: School of choice; open district.
Average ACT composite 2009–11 and Four year graduation rate 2010
act
Graduation rate
Madison
16.5
80.3%
Michigan Average
19.2
76.0%
o Before care programs
o Uniforms
Special education services
o After care programs
o Parent involvement policy
o College counseling
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
o Internships
Extracurriculars: Core Area Tutorial Free After School and Before School Tutorial National Honor Society Student Council Environmental Club Drama Industrial Arts
Sports: Girls/Boys Basketball Football Volleyball Wrestling Cheerleading Dance Track and Field Soccer
Facilities: State of the Art Weight Room Several Computer Labs Career and Technical Education Resource Room Foreign languages offered: French Spanish Japanese
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Renaissance High School DPS
Grades 9–12
6565 W. Outer Drive Detroit, MI 48235
Hours: 8:00–3:15 p.m. Principal: Anita Williams anita.williams@detroitk12.org
Phone: 313-416-4600
We specialize in … being a college-preparatory school with academic excellence, particulary noted for having students who score above the state and national averages on standardized assessments.
School size: 1,117 students Average class size: 38:1 students/teacher
Bus routes/stops: Dexter Ave., Greenfield and McNichols
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Application and examination required; application deadline is February 27–March 16. Students who do not earn scores that qualify for admittance may submit an appeal package in April for consideration of any openings. Students who appeal must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average, 96% attendance rate, and no student code of conduct violations. Application deadlines are usually in late October. Appeals must be submitted April 1–30.
Average ACT composite 2009–11 and Four year graduation rate 2010
act
Graduation rate
Renaissance
21.3
96.7%
Michigan Average
19.2
76.0%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
Special education services
o After care programs
Parent involvement policy
College counseling
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Internships
Extracurriculars: Debate/Speech Technology/Video/Media Visual Arts/Crafts Music Dance Community Service Service Learning Robotics
Sports: Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Football Baseball Softball Cheerleading Volleyball Track & Field Cross Country Tennis Golf Swimming Soccer
Facilities: Theater Art Room Music Room Computer Lab Foreign languages offered: Spanish French German
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University of Detroit Jesuit Private
Grades 7–12
8400 S. Cambridge Ave. Detroit, MI 48221 Phone: 313-927-2323
Hours: 8:00–2:45 p.m. Principal: Anthony Trudel anthony.trudel@uofdjesuit.org Website: uofdjesuit.org
We are known for … being a college preparatory that has taught young men in the Jesuit, Catholic tradition in Detroit since 1877. Our goal is to prepare young men not just for the rigors of college but for the rigors of life, providing students with an experience they will cherish and hold dear for the rest of their lives.
School size:
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 22 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Students entering grades 7–9 must complete the following: entrance exam, application, evaluation form, and submit report cards from the last two years. For students looking to transfer into grades 10 and 11, please call. Director of Admissions – Atif Lodhi: 313-862-5400.
Average ACT composite 2009–11 and Four year graduation rate 2010
act
Graduation rate
19.2
76.0%
University of Detroit Jesuit Michigan Average
o Before care programs
Uniforms
o Special education services
o After care programs
o Parent involvement policy
College counseling
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
o Internships
Extracurriculars: More than 40 co-curricular clubs, as well as band and choir
Sports: Football Soccer Tennis Cross Country Basketball Hockey Swimming & Diving Bowling Skiing Wrestling Baseball Track Lacrosse Golf
Facilities: Two Gyms Cafeteria Library Commons Area Atrium Area
Foreign languages offered: Spanish Latin Chinese
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University High School – Ferndale Public outside DPS
Grades 9–12
1244 Paxton Ferndale, MI 48220 Phone: 248-586-8846
Hours: 7:58–3:00 p.m. Principal: George Tomey gtomey@ferndaleschool.org Website: www.ferndaleschools.org/schools/uhs
We are known for … rigorous college-prep curriculum with real-world exposure to business and industry. Partnership with Lawrence Technological University provides all students opportunities in their senior year to take classes on a college campus, including AP and dual enrollment courses. Nearly 100% graduation rate, 100% college acceptance and, nearly 80% of all graduates are still enrolled in college.
School size: Maximum 500 students Average class size: 25–30 students/teacher
Bus routes/stops: Located one block east of Woodward between 8 and 9 Mile roads
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Applications are available online. Enrollment is open to anyone in Metro Detroit through the Schools of Choice program, until the end of the first week of school. Applications accepted April–September and in January for incoming 9th and 10th grade students.
Average ACT composite 2009–11 and Four year graduation rate 2010
act
Graduation rate
University High School – Ferndale
17.0
97.3%
Michigan Average
19.2
76.0%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
Special education services
o After care programs
Parent involvement policy
College counseling
Recess or mandatory P.E.
o English language learner services
Internships
Extracurriculars: Innovative Vehicle Design DECA Marketing Club Girls Robotics sponsored by the Michigan Council of Women in Technology National Honor Society Student Government Midnight Golf
Sports: Boys and Girls Basketball Volleyball
Facilities: Gym/Cafeteria Media Center Computer and Science Labs
Foreign languages offered: Spanish
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University Preparatory Academy High School Detroit Charter
Grades 9–12
600 Antoinette Detroit, MI 48202
Hours: 8:00–3:15 p.m.
Phone: 313-874-4340
Principal: Danielle Jackson djackson@uprep.com Website: uprep.com/campuses/university-prep-high
We are known for … providing a strong instructional program that prepares students academically for college, an individualized support system that allows for every student to have a personal advisor for four years to help ensure success, and mandatory learning opportunities and internships that create real world learning experiences.
School size: 520 students
Bus routes/stops:
Average class size: 17:1 students/teacher
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines: Currently accepting applications for all grades. Open enrollment begins Monday, January 23, 2012, through Monday, March 12, 2012. A public random selection lottery will be held Monday March 12 from 5pm to 8pm to select students for enrollment. Applications are available online.
Average ACT composite 2009–11 and Four year graduation rate 2010
act
Graduation rate
University Prep Academy
16.5
94.2%
Michigan Average
19.2
76.0%
o Before care programs
Uniforms
Special education services
o After care programs
Parent involvement policy
College counseling
Recess or mandatory P.E.
English language learner services
Internships
Extracurriculars: Tutoring Homework Help Student Yearbook Student Newspaper Debate Club Science Club Community Service Big Sister Program Personal Defense
Sports: Football Cheerleading Girls and Boys Basketball Girls Volleyball Soccer Dance team Girls and Boys Track
Facilities:
Foreign languages offered: Spanish French
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About Excellent Schools Detroit Excellent Schools Detroit was formed as a coalition
The plan requires the implementation of
of Detroit’s education, government, community, and
breakthrough strategies in public will building, talent
philanthropic leaders who, in March 2010, released
development, new school creation, accountability,
an education plan that calls for bold steps so that
and early childhood to dramatically improve student
every Detroit child is in an excellent school by 2020.
achievement in schools of all governance models:
The plan would make Detroit the first major U.S. city
traditional public, public charter, and private.
where 90% of students graduate from high school, 90% enroll in college or a quality postsecondary training program, and 90% are prepared to succeed without remediation.
include Cornerstone Schools, New Paradigm for Education, Detroit Public Schools, Detroit Regional Chamber, McGregor Fund, Michigan Future, New
The plan was released to address an educational
Detroit, The Skillman Foundation, United Way
crisis in our city. According to 2009 test results, only
for Southeastern Michigan, and the W.K. Kellogg
2% of Detroit’s high school students are prepared
Foundation. Other signatories included the City
for college math, and only 11% for college reading.
of Detroit, the Kresge Foundation, New Urban
Likewise, less than 5% of Detroit’s 4th and 8th
Learning, and Think Detroit PAL.
graders meet national math standards.
The coalition also partners or will partner with
The citywide plan reflected months of discussions
many other organizations, including Black Family
and deliberations, as well as a series of community
Development, City Year, Data Driven Detroit, Detroit
meetings, youth focus groups, small group
Federation of Teachers, NAACP, Teach for America,
discussions with multiple stakeholders, and other
Wayne State University, and others.
efforts. It is also based on research about successful practices in other cities where education reform and transformation strategies have been documented.
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Members of the Excellent Schools Detroit coalition
For more information, visit our website at www.excellentschoolsdetroit.org.
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