About a dozen years ago, along with other leaders, I helped to start a DPS Alumni Association. It was clear that after changes in Detroit, alumni of the public schools […]

After completing my first full month as President of the DPS Foundation, I am so impressed with how members of our community are stepping forward to support education in Detroit.

A solid education in math and science is crucial for today’s youth.  While it sounds cliché – it is a fact. Today’s youth forms tomorrow’s workforce and now is the

I have been involved with the Detroit Public Schools for many years, serving as a mentor and tutor to students of all ages. One of my memorable experiences was tutoring

After a career in higher education and 15 years in Detroit, I have chosen to take on the role of President of this Foundation because I believe it is my

As my tenure at the Foundation comes to an end, I find myself thinking about the many accomplishments we have achieved over the last three years.  Yet, I find myself

Yesterday, the Foundation announced that I am leaving my position as President and CEO, at the end of September, for a new position as Associate Vice President for Principal Gifts

As we get closer to the start of a new school year, I want to take this chance to update you on our new alumni connection program.  Since we launched

My involvement with the Detroit Public Schools Foundation started in a time of emotional crisis. When I found out that my alma mater, Cass Tech, was being torn down, I

In the two months I have been in Detroit as the Operational VP for Sodexo’s Facilities Team serving the Detroit Public Schools, I have thought back to my own time