DEARBORN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Dearborn School Board Trustee Patrick “Pat” D’Ambrosio is looking to retain his seat on the board for another full six-year term.

Dearborn Public Schools temporarily restricted access to seven books in their libraries after a parent had brought complaints about their content

A committee was formed to review library books in Dearborn schools, which caused a battle over books in the city, specifically on what should and should not be on the shelves. It’s an issue in communities across the country and getting heated.

Photo: Dearborn Public Schools/FileDEARBORN – The Dearborn Public Schools district announced a number of administrative changes before school started this past Monday, Aug. 29. She was previously Assistant Principal at Bryant Middle School. She previously was the Assistant Principal at William Ford Elementary School and before that went through the district’s Administrative Intern program. Kobeissi was a teacher at William Ford Elementary School and was previously part of the Administrative Intern program. Brent Proctor to the position of Assistant Principal of Stout Middle School.

Dearborn Public Schools’ Superintendent Dr. Glenn Maleyko has officially received another positive evaluation.

DEARBORN - As Dearborn schools reopen on on Aug. 29, the Dearborn Public Schools district says it is in need of staff for its 37 schools.

The Dearborn and Detroit school districts have announced that there will be early dismissals and closures on Wednesday, as an excessive heat watch is in place for the Metro Detroit area.

A mother makes an emotional plea to Dearborn Public School’s board and superintendent after her child was injured on a school bus.

The Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce and Dearborn Public Schools have announced the 2022 Teacher of the Year Students' Choice Award winners.

Dearborn Public Schools has purchased two buildings on the main Henry Ford College (HFC) campus to expand the Henry Ford Early College program.

Dearborn Center for Math, Science, and Technology (DCMST) student Angela Matta, has been named an Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship recipient.

The Dearborn Public Schools Board of Education is continuing discussions on the possibility of a public bond vote for infrastructural needs.

Fordson High School and DuVall Elementary School are inviting the public to reserve spots for 100-year celebrations scheduled for May.

Dearborn Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Glenn Maleyko is continuing to be a leader on education issues, now at the state level.

Edsel Ford High School, Dearborn High School, and Fordson High School are planning different events to welcome incoming freshmen students.

Dearborn Public Schools has updated its 2022-23 school year calendar to align with the Wayne County RESA Common calendar.

With the county rescinding the mask mandate, Dearborn Public Schools will make wearing masks optional on Feb. 23 when students return from mid-winter break.

Dearborn Public Schools is helping parents and students get a head start on their summer plans by unveiling the 2022-23 school calendar.

Dearborn Public Schools will be having all students learning virtually on Tuesday, March 1 due to the special election being held that day.

With many projects on the horizon, Dearborn Public Schools is seeking a variety of local vendors to participate in a vendor fair.

As one of the largest school districts in Michigan, Dearborn Public Schools says that it’s ready, but not yet planning to pull students out of classrooms.

As part of School Board Recognition Month, Superintendent Dr. Glenn Maleyko thanked trustees for their service and the board was reorganized.

Police in Dearborn want residents to know they don’t have to be concerned by increased police presence outside of schools during winter break.

Despite neighboring districts deciding to return to virtual learning amid the spike in COVID-19 cases, Dearborn has decided to remain in-person for now.

Despite neighboring districts deciding to return to virtual learning amid the spike in COVID-19 cases, Dearborn has decided to remain in-person for now.

Dearborn Public Schools is looking for citizens interested in providing input on infrastructure needs and future facility planning.

After a unanimous vote by city council, Dearborn police will now have access to security cameras in Dearborn Public Schools.

After a unanimous vote by city council, Dearborn police will now have access to security cameras in Dearborn Public Schools.

Students at ten selected Dearborn Public Schools will be able to participate in a “Walk and Roll to School” contest to win prizes and promote health.

With the new school year underway, Dearborn Public Schools have made some administrative adjustments throughout the district.

Following recommendations from federal, state, and local health officials, Dearborn Public Schools has decided to require masks in all school buildings.

Face masks will be required to be worn inside all Dearborn Public Schools buildings at least until Oct. 1, 2021.

Despite a recommendation from the state’s top health official, the State Board of Education and the governor are still not mandating masks in schools.

Dearborn Public Schools is again accepting applications for its Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) after receiving permission from the state to expand.

The bell will be ringing a little later for some schools districts in southeast Michigan.

With students returning to in-person learning full time in the fall, Dearborn Public Schools have announced new start and end times for the new school year.

The Dearborn Public Schools Board of Education has given Superintendent Glenn Maleyko a ranking of “highly effective,” extending his contract.

Dearborn Public Schools is offering students, parents, and community members with a final shot to get their COVID-19 vaccines.

With the CDC and the state health department loosening mask requirements, local school leaders have no plans of doing so just yet.

With the COVID-19 pandemic forcing thousands of students to try virtual schooling, the district is launching a Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K-12 School.

In partnership with the Detroit Medical Center (DMC), Dearborn Public Schools will be offering COVID-19 vaccinations at Salina Intermediate school.

With the Pfizer vaccine now being approved for children as young as 12, local school leaders are addressing vaccine concerns.

Dearborn Public Schools is adding vaccination dates for students next week. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) gave the green light

Lifelong resident Mustapha Hammoud has entered the race for one of seven city council seats that are up for election this year.

Dearborn Public Schools is offering free summer academic and enrichment learning programs that will run from June 23 until August 13.

Nominations have now opened for the 2021 Alberta Muirhead Teacher of the Year Student’s Choice Award in the Dearborn Public Schools.

In their continued fight against COVID-19, Dearborn Public Schools is offering another free COVID test site and vaccine clinic at Edsel Ford High School.

In their continued fight against COVID-19, Dearborn Public Schools is offering another free COVID test site and vaccine clinic at Edsel Ford High School.

Dearborn Public Schools has completed the first of two bond refinancings, which will help save local taxpayers $4 million over the next several years.

Dearborn Public Schools has completed the first of two bond refinancings, which will help save local taxpayers $4 million over the next several years.

April is National Arab American Heritage Month, and the Dearborn Public Schools says it is proud to recognize the accomplishments and contributions Arab

As an added precaution for students and staff returning from spring break, Dearborn Public Schools have decided to return to virtual learning for the week.

Dearborn Public Schools is partnering with the Detroit Medical Center (DMC) to provide COVID vaccines to students and their parents.

With spring break coming to an end, Dearborn Public Schools is offering free COVID-19 tests at Edsel Ford High School on Monday April 5.

Dearborn Public Schools will survey parents of high schoolers to determine families' interest in the COVID-19 vaccine. DEARBORN — Dearborn Public Schools will begin surveying parents of high school students this week to determine families’ interest in the COVID-19 vaccine. Dearborn Public Schools does not yet have plans to offer vaccinations and parents are encouraged to register their children for vaccination options in the area once eligible if they’re interested. While administrators are in discussions with different organizations about potentially vaccinating interested students upon eligibility, Dearborn Schools does not yet know if, when, how or where student vaccinations would occur. Students will not be required to take the vaccine as participation is voluntary and parents’ consent is required for children under 18.

An estimated 1,000 Dearborn Public Schools teachers and school staff received the COVID vaccine Friday. Feb. 12, 2021: Michigan coronavirus cases up to 573,372; Death toll now at 15,062Several school districts said they will continue to follow the guidelines of local county health departments as the CDC’s recommendations have continued to evolve. Ad“Honestly huge,” said Dearborn Public Schools superintendent Glenn Maleyko. DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan partnered with Dearborn Public Schools to vaccinate teachers, administrators and staff. AdThe DMC is working with other districts in Metro Detroit to vaccinate teachers down the road.

DEARBORN, Mich. – The Dearborn Public Schools district is sharing its plan to return students to in-person learning amid the coronavirus pandemic starting March 1, 2021. The second week after learning labs start, schools will start reopening to all students for blended learning. Here’s the reopening schedule:March 1 -- The first students return for blended learning, including grades kindergarten, first, second, sixth and ninth. March 8 -- More students start blended learning including preschool, third, fourth, fifth, seventh and 10th grades. March 15 -- The rest of students start blended learning including eighth, 11th and 12th grades.

DEARBORN, Mich. – Learning how to manage money is a real-life skill that’s all too often overlooked in school. Henry Ford College and Dearborn Public Schools have launched the state’s first Financial Empowerment Curriculum. Financial literacy is an important skill set that our students will need throughout their lives. Russ Kavalhuna, President of Henry Ford CollegeREAD: Continuous education coverageThe first ever MI Financial Literacy Summit was held at Henry Ford College last year. State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks facilitated a discussion with experts from across the state about financial literacy and the role it has in shaping Michigan’s future.

DEARBORN, Mich. – The Dearborn Schools Board of Education voted Monday to extend online learning in the district for another month. The district started school on Aug. 31 with plans to be online until at least Oct. 1 amid the coronavirus pandemic. Back in September that was extended to Oct. 12, then extended again on Monday (Oct. 12) for at least another month. Elementary students should expect to work 20 to 30 hours a week on school work, officials said. Virtual learning is now well underway in many Michigan school districts.

DEARBORN, Mich. – The Dearborn Schools Board of Education voted Monday to extend online learning in the district until at least its next meeting on Oct. 12. The district started school on Aug. 31 with plans to be online until at least Oct. 1. UPDATE Oct. 13: Dearborn Public Schools extends online learning another monthWhen Dearborn Public Schools leaders first announced the plan for starting the school year virtually amid the coronavirus pandemic they said middle school and high school students should expect to spend five to eight hours a week on each class, totaling 30 or more hours each week. Elementary students should expect to work 20 to 30 hours a week on school work, officials said. Virtual learning is now well underway in many Michigan school districts.

DEARBORN, Mich. Dearborn-based ACCESS, the largest Arab American community nonprofit in the U.S., held its annual back-to-school health fair this week -- with some big changes. This year, the health fair took place in a socially distant drive-thru fashion with families required to remain in their vehicles and drive up to each designated area to receive services. Extra precautions for all physicals and immunizations were also taken, with families required to schedule appointments ahead of time to avoid the risk of unnecessary contact. The event, normally named the Back to School Health Fair, was changed to the Back to School Drive-Thru Bash. It was held on Monday in Dearborn. We knew this was the time to step up and show up for our community and meet their critical needs, said Mona Makki, Director of ACCESSs Community Health and Research Center.

DETROIT School is back in session for nearly 20 districts in the Metro Detroit area including Dearborn Public Schools, Southfield Public Schools and Birmingham Public Schools. School also started Monday morning for students in Farmington Hills but virtually. Local 4s Paula Tutman met with a family that tried its best to make the most of the remote start. Related: Parents concerned about student safety after photo of Metro Detroit school surfaces onlineEducation

DEARBORN, Mich. Dearborn Public Schools announced Tuesday that the district will offer an online-only option for students this fall amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Dearborn parents and guardians who would like their students to participate in the remote learning model are asked to enroll in the program by Aug. 17. This provides an option for parents who know they want their children learning online for at least this school year. Middle school and high school students should expect to spend five to eight hours a week on each class, totaling 30 or more hours each week. Official plans for how the district will resume learning in the fall are expected to be announced next week.

DEARBORN, Mich. – Officials with the Dearborn Public Schools district announced Friday that a staff member has tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). This case is one included in the new cases announced Friday by state officials. School officials said health officials do not believe the staff member was contagious while in the building. School officials also said they are cleaning the building. School officials announced Wednesday that they were closing the school as a precaution after the staff member was exposed to someone with coronavirus (COVID-19).

Updated: 7:42 AM, Nov 5 2019 Published: 10:50 AM, Oct 24 2019Here's where you can find election results for Dearborn Public Schools Bonding Proposal on Nov. 5, 2019. View more 2019 Michigan General Election results here.