Education

Coverage of schools from kindergarten through higher education, including trade and online classes. Stories on pre-k classes and other childcare also are included.

With Support from DPSCD’s ‘Exceptional Student Education’ Program, One Cass Tech Sophomore Is Redefining What It Means to Thrive

A talented musician, student-athlete, and honor student, Zaraiyah Bell is proving that determination – not disability – defines what's possible.

Latest in Education
Detroit’s Next Chapter isn’t just Development: DPSCD Students Secure $279 Million in Scholarships

Detroit Public Schools Community District students are proving that talent, hard work, and determination open doors. Together, the Class of 2026 has near 300 million in scholarship dollars, creating pathways to colleges and universities across the country.

Detroit Defies America’s Reading Recession: Inside the Quiet Comeback of DPSCD

DPSCD has been named a national “Success Story” for sustained post-pandemic progress.

Navigating autism now more difficult for Michiganders

Autism Alliance of Michigan has laid off 75% of staff due to unexpected state funding cut.

Detroit Student Takes Flight: How DPSCD’s Davis Aerospace Is Turning Dreams Into Careers

This year, Herbert Anderson became Davis Aerospace Technical High School's first student to complete a solo flight since 2015.

CODE313 teaches computer coding skills to students ranging in ages from 7 to 17 years old.
Detroit schools are making real gains in reading and math: 4 strategies that are working

The city’s schools are making progress faster than peer districts, but that progress could be fragile.

Planet Smilez program gives students hands-on dental career experience

Indiana University hosted the one-day Planet Smilez Discovering Dentistry Symposium. The mobile program next heads to Michigan universities, expanding students’ exposure to dental careers through hands-on experiences.

Southwest Detroit robotics team advances to world championship in Houston

A Southwest Detroit robotics team is heading to the 2026 FIRST Robotics World Championship after earning top honors at a regional competition. Team 5577 will represent their community in Houston, TX.

Coalition proposes that no family pay more than 7% of their income for child care

Universal Childcare without Conditions centers affordability for families and sustainability for providers.

Improved child care spaces building stronger beginnings for Detroit families

Stronger ECE Spaces is helping child care providers stabilize and improve facilities.

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