DPS Foundation Scholarship Application and Details 2020/2021
Apply Early! The DPS Foundation will assist you with obtaining your February 9th Transcript from your Counselor.
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Virtual National Day of Racial Healing 2021
On January 19th we hosted our 3rd National Day of Racial Healing engaging 242 students, educators and DPS Foundation partners. Sponsored by PNC Bank, the event was virtual this year, due to the
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Homeless Students Campaign
Our Homeless Students Need Us! The Office of Homeless and Foster Care (OHFC) serves roughly 1,000 of our students who are considered transient. COVID and cold weather have exacerbated the
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7th Annual Champions of Education
A heartfelt thank you to all who attended and supported our 7th Annual Champions of Education event presented by Ford Motor Company Fund! Thank you to our awesome partners and 2020
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Giving Tuesday / End of Year Campaign 2020
Make a Difference! Support our Giving Tuesday/End of Year Campaign
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Holiday Giving Guide
As we end this unimaginable year, The Detroit Public Schools Foundation is giving thanks and celebrating the spirit of the holidays with our Holiday Giving Guide. Each of these opportunities will
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Connected Futures – Unparalleled Transformation
Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) along with the Detroit Public Schools Foundation, DTE Energy Foundation, Quicken Loans Community Fund, Skillman Foundation, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, General Motors and the Kellogg Foundation addressed
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Golf Outing a Success!
Register for the inaugural DPS Foundation golf outing to support students and families in the DPSCD.
Shotgun start at 9:30 am on Thursday, August 13th at the Fieldstone Golf Club in Auburn Hills,
Sponsorship opportunities are available now.
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April 2020 Newsletter
Check out our latest newsletter for updates.
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6th Annual Champions of Education
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Back to School – Make It Count Campaign!
It is so hard to believe that the school year has started! The Detroit Public Schools Foundation knows that our children are our heroes! They come to school despite having
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DPS Foundation Hours of Operation – Summer Hours
Starting on Monday, July 1, 2019 through Friday, August 30, 2019 the Foundation’s summer hours will be from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We will resume our normal business hours September 3,
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Communications Specialist (Part-Time) Position Open
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Educate! DETROIT Public Schools is LIVE!
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April 2019 Newsletter
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One Bold Girl, One Bold Thought Scholarship Winner
Pictured: Samiya Muhammed and her parents, along with Pamela Moore, DPS Foundation President and CEO. On Friday, February 15th DPS Staff and I attended the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Go Red
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FREEP Breakfast Club – Governor Whitmer’s Thoughts on Education
Bright and early on the morning of Friday, January 18th, Nechole-Drake McClendon, our Program Manager, Pamela Moore, our President & CEO, and I attended the Detroit Free Press’ second annual
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Mumford High School – Alumni Legends Return
Mumford High School will soon be hosting their 1st Annual Mumford Alumni Return of the Legends event at the school’s brand new campus (date to be determined). The Mumford Alumni Association
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Victor Robinson and Peace Players
I was first introduced to Victor Robinson in early November, when he visited the Foundation’s office to learn more about how we support programs within Detroit Public Schools Community District
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A Conversation with DPSCD Parent Star Crawford
I caught Star Crawford on the phone the morning of Tuesday, November 20th to chat about the benefits of having her children enrolled in Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD).
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Our Partnership with Roslyn Karamoko
In 2017, our President and CEO, Pamela Moore, received a surprise phone call from Roslyn Karamoko, the Founder and CEO of the Detroit fashion company Détroit Is The New Black.
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Detroit Public Schools Community District Now Hiring
Application Instructions Register and sign in Visit our recruiting website and click the Search Jobs Now button. Sign into the system using the appropriate link at the upper right corner of the screen: If
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Unite for clean water for Detroit students.
Detroit Public Schools Community District and Detroit Public Schools Foundation is working with its community partners to raise funds to install hydration stations in all DPSCD schools! Hydration stations cool
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DPSCD Retiree Recognition
This morning, DPSCD, Detroit Federation of Teachers and School Board leaders celebrated 189 retirees which included teachers, administrators, professionals, and support staff. The morning included a wonderful breakfast, many gestures
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5th Annual Champions of Education
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Detroit Homecoming
Detroit Homecoming V was a great display of visiting DPSCD expats and those whom have already returned home. Attendees heard the brilliance of Dr. Nikolai Vitti (DPSCD Superintendent), Kevyn Orr (Bankruptcy
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The Men of Courage Podcast #1
Help Us Make The Men Of Courage Podcast #1! The smart, funny, and insightful podcast brothers have been waiting on. Recorded live from the barbershop, The Men of Courage Podcast features an
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Detroit College Promise 2017/18 Scholars
Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine Cameron Daniel – Eastern Michigan University Cass Technical High School Kinarri Anderson – Michigan State University Seanteisha Hamilton – Schoolcraft College Deven Johnson
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Detroit College Promise 2018
On August 2, 2018, The Detroit Public Schools Foundation awarded 44-Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) students a Detroit College Promise (DCP) scholarship. The scholars were from Benjamin Carson, Cass
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Lennox’ Feel The Love Furnace Initiative
Lennox’ Feel The Love program is expanding to 22 States and Territories, bringing much-needed heating and cooling equipment to deserving families across the U.S. and Canada who need a helping
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DPSCD 2018 Back to School Drive
Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) in collaboration with the DPS Foundation is encouraging all families to be ready for the first day of school, Tuesday, September 4, 2018. During
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DPSCD Parent Academy 2018 Summer Catalog
DPSCD recently launched The Parent Academy – a program that promotes parental involvement that supports student and family success. Expected to serve over 7,000 parents and caregivers, The Parent Academy
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2018 Go Red Goes STEM
April 23rd was a proud day for the Detroit Public Schools Foundation and DPSCD! 123 girls, from 6-DPSCD Schools, were invited to participate in this amazing event by American Heart Association. The
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2nd Annual Dad’s Day in Pre-K
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4th Annual Champions of Education
On October 17th, DPSF held its 4th Annual Champions of Education event sponsored by Ford Motor Company Fund and Reception sponsor ABC Student Transportation Inc., showcasing the incredible talent of
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Student Uniforms Needed
For many of our students, a uniform can be a significant barrier to attending school regularly. In order to assist with easing the burden on families, and increasing student attendance,
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Program Spotlight
In October, Ford Motor Company Fund launched the Ford Resource and Engagement Center (FREC) at Fisher Magnet Upper Academy. Programs will emphasize education, job training, workforce development, investments focused on the
2017/18 Cycle II Grantees Announced
The Detroit Public Schools Foundation is a proud partner in providing students across Detroit Public Schools Community District with programs that support and enhance their education. During our Cycle II
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2015/16 Annual Report
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Go Red for Women Scholarship
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2015/16 Annual Report
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Cycle II Awards
During the Foundation’s Cycle II round of funding, a variety of programs and services for students were funded through individual and corporate donations. The following priority areas were awarded a
Renaissance HS Receives Global Navigator HS Scholarship
The Department of World Languages congratulates Renaissance High School (RHS) for being nominated a CIEE Global Navigator School! RHS is the first CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange) school in
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Enroll now for DPSCD Pre-K
Detroit Public Schools Community District’s Foundation for Early Learners and Early Childhood Education is enrolling now for Pre-K. Spaces are available at: L. Holmes, 8950 Crane, Det. MI 48213- 313.866.5644
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