DCP-Redford Parent Newsletter

10/19 - Tutoring begins

10/20 Parent University

10/23 Pink Out Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at DCP-Redford

10/23 Reports Card Distribution

10/30 Harvest Celebration

A special THANK YOU to our parents and families for ensuring your scholars arrived on time, in full uniform, and remained in school for a full day of instruction. Your consistency and commitment help maximize learning and set our scholars up for success every day.

Dear DCP-Redford Parents and Guardians,

We have observed a concerning increase in the number of scholars arriving late to school and being dismissed before the end of the instructional day.

Consistent, punctual attendance is an expectation, not an option.

Our school day begins promptly at 8:05 AM, and dismissal is at 3:30 PM. Scholars are expected to arrive on time, in full uniform, and remain in school for the entire instructional day.

LATE ARRIVALS

Arriving after 8:05 AM disrupts classroom instruction and causes scholars to miss valuable learning opportunities. Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring their scholars arrive at school on time each day.

EARLY DISMISSALS

Early pickups have become a growing concern. Removing scholars before the end of the school day interrupts instruction, classroom activities, and school operations.

Please be reminded of the following expectations:

• Early pickups end promptly at 3:00 PM. NO EXCEPTIONS.
• Scholars will NOT be called down to the Main Office for early pickup until the parent/guardian has physically arrived at the school and completed the required sign-out process.
• Parents/guardians must report directly to the Main Office and present proper identification when requested.
• Calling ahead does not authorize a scholar to be removed from instruction or held in the Main Office awaiting pickup.
• Medical appointments and personal obligations should be scheduled outside instructional hours whenever possible.
• Early dismissals should be reserved for necessary or unavoidable circumstances.
• Repeated late arrivals and early dismissals will be monitored and may result in administrative follow-up.

PARENT ACCOUNTABILITY & ATTENDANCE EXPECTATIONS

Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring their scholars receive the full benefit of their educational experience. Repeated tardiness and unnecessary early dismissals contribute to lost instructional time and may negatively affect academic performance and attendance records.

Effective immediately, all families are expected to make the necessary adjustments to comply with our established attendance and dismissal procedures.

These procedures are in place to protect instructional time, maintain scholar safety, and ensure the Main Office can operate efficiently during the school day.

We appreciate your cooperation and commitment to maintaining a structured, safe, and academically focused learning environment.

EVERY MINUTE MATTERS. EVERY SCHOLAR COUNTS.

Dear DCP-Redford Families,

Immunization records and waivers are NOW PAST DUE!

The State of Michigan requires all scholars to have updated immunization records or a valid waiver on file with the school.

⚠️ Parents/Guardians, please take immediate action to ensure your scholar remains in compliance and avoids possible un-enrollment.

💉 WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

✅ Contact your scholar’s physician to ensure all required immunizations are current.

✅ If your scholar needs immunizations or a waiver, contact the Wayne County Health Department.

✅ Submit all updated immunization records or waiver documentation to the DCP-Redford Main Office immediately.

📍 WAYNE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

📞 Vaccine Information: 313-876-4667

📢 IMPORTANT: If you have already scheduled an immunization appointment, please notify the Main Office immediately and provide proof of your scheduled appointment.

We appreciate the families who have already taken the necessary steps to ensure their scholars are in compliance.

❤️💙💛 Healthy Scholars. Brighter Futures. Stronger Together.

DCP-Redford Administration

📣 Attention 8th Grade Families!

Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) Examination High School applications are opening soon! 🎓💙💛

📅 APPLICATION WINDOW
Applications open Monday, October 5 at 12:00 p.m. and close Sunday, November 16 at 11:59 p.m.

💻 Apply at: detroitk12.org/ehs

⚠️ IMPORTANT: All interested students must:
• Submit an electronic application
• Sign up for an examination
• Select an exam date during the application process

📝 EXAM DATES
• Saturday, November 22
• Saturday, December 6
• Thursday, December 11

🏫 EXAMINATION HIGH SCHOOLS
• Cass Technical High School
• Renaissance High School
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School
• Southeastern High School
• The School at Marygrove

We encourage our DCP-Redford 8th grade families to review these opportunities early and complete the application before the deadline.

🎓 Explore your options. Apply. Prepare. ACHIEVE! 💙💛

📣 DCP-Redford Families!

We’re excited to share information about Keta’s Kare Learning Center Before & After School Latch Key Program!

Families can choose the number of days that best fits their schedule for just $10 per child, per day. Morning, afternoon, or both sessions are available.

Program Hours:
☀️ Morning Care: 6:30 AM – 8:05 AM
🌙 Afternoon Care: 3:45 PM – 6:00 PM

🎉 Grand Opening Special: The regular $50 registration fee is currently HALF OFF — only $25 one time!

📍 17175 Olympia, Redford, MI
📞 For registration and additional information, please contact Keta’s Kare Learning Center directly at 313-541-1318.

We encourage families who need before- or after-school care to take advantage of this convenient option! 💙💛

DCP-Redford families, we are excited to offer Afterschool Tutoring to provide our scholars with additional academic support and opportunities to strengthen their skills!

📅 Starting Monday , October 19, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📚 Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
🔄 Tutoring will operate on a 4–5 week rotation.

Our goal is to help scholars:
📖 Complete assignments
💡 Build academic skills
📈 Improve grades
⭐ Gain confidence

Interested in signing your scholar up or need more information?

Please contact:

👩🏽‍🏫 Ms. LaTonja Stephens, Instructional Coach
📧 latonja.stephens@dcpschools.org

👩🏽‍🏫 Mrs. Sharon Oliver-Merchant, Flex Teacher
📧 sharon.oliver-merchant@dcpschools.org

Spaces may be limited, so we encourage families to reach out for additional information.

💙❤️💛 DCP-Redford — Brighter Futures, Stronger Together!

DCP-Redford Families,

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Parent University!

📅 Tuesday, October 20, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM

Join us for an informative and engaging session designed to keep our families informed, connected, and involved in their scholar’s success.

🍁 Topics Include:
📌 Chronic Absenteeism & the importance of daily attendance
📊 NWEA Preliminary Results
🤝 Parent Volunteer Opportunities

☕🍪 Light refreshments will be served!

Your partnership matters! When families and schools work together, our scholars have an even stronger foundation for success.

❤️💙💛 Partnering Today for Brighter Tomorrows!

We look forward to seeing our DCP-Redford families there! 🍂

💗 Let’s Walk Together. Support Together. Inspire Together.

Join us as DCP-Redford proudly stands in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month during our Pink Out Walk!

📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
🕜 1:30 PM

💖 Staff, Scholars, and Cleared Volunteers are encouraged to wear their favorite pink attire as we unite to honor survivors, remember loved ones, and raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer.

Every step we take is a step toward hope, strength, and a future without breast cancer.

🩷 PINK OUT!
🎀 Wear Pink.
🚶 Walk with Pride.
💪 Stand for Awareness.
🌸 Show Your Support.

Together We Walk. Together We Fight. Together We Win! 💗

#DCPRedford #PinkOut #BreastCancerAwareness #LionsLead #TogetherWeFight #CommunityStrong #DCPFamily #AwarenessInAction

Hello DCP-Redford Families! 💙💛

Report Cards will be distributed to all scholars on Friday, October 23, 2026, during our regular 3:30 PM dismissal.

📄 Please be sure to check your scholar’s backpack when they arrive home so you can review their academic progress.

⚠️ Lost or Missing Report Cards:
If your scholar’s report card is lost or missing, please contact your scholar’s instructor directly by email or ClassDojo to request assistance.

We encourage all families to take time to review grades with their scholars, celebrate their progress, and identify areas where additional support may be needed.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support! 💙💛

DCP-Redford
Learn • Grow • Achieve • Succeed

Calling All DCP-Redford Families! 🦁💙

Our annual Harvest Celebration is right around the corner, and we need your help making this event a SWEET success for our scholars! 🍁🎉

We are kindly asking our wonderful families to donate individually wrapped candy to help us prepare for our Harvest Celebration on Friday, October 30, 2026!

🍬 What: Individually wrapped candy donations

🏫 Where: DCP-Redford Main Office

🎃 Why: To help make our Harvest Celebration a fun, exciting, and memorable experience for our scholars!

Every donation, big or small, makes a difference! Your generosity and continued support help us create special moments for our scholars.

💛 THANK YOU in advance for your kindness, generosity, and commitment to our DCP-Redford school community!

🍭🍫 Let’s come together and make this celebration EXTRA SWEET! 🎃🍁

DCP-Redford Administration 💙

Please note that Tuesday, November 3, 2026, is a Staff Professional Development Day. There will be no school for scholars.

Classes will resume Wednesday, November 4, at 8:05 AM. Scholars should arrive in full uniform and be prepared for a full day of class instruction.

Thank you for your support!