DCP-Redford Parent Newsletter

Greetings DCP-Redford Parents,

This school year has gotten off to a great start. We are moving in a positive direction and our scholars are constantly improving. Our staff is working hard every day to deliver quality instruction. We are not where we want to be, but we are building something great. We are glad that you are coming along with us on this ride!

We know that we have had our share of concerns with the buses. We continue to work to ensure that your children are picked up, on time and at the assigned stop. Recently, it has come to my attention that there are other concerns regarding the buses that you as parents are voicing. I can say that the chatter that has been going on has not come to my desk in any fashion. We only hear concerns when a particular child has been disciplined for unacceptable conduct on the bus.

Mr. Cunningham and I are always willing to listen to your concerns, via email or phones. This is my official invitation to express your concerns directly to me. Talking about the issues in group chats can only go so far. If you feel that a problem has not been addressed, I sincerely ask you who did you take the problem to? I also ask that engaging conversations on group chats and social media should never involve naming or targeting children, regardless of the alleged offense. That type of negative energy is unwanted and accomplishes nothing.

I am happy to see that the group chats are available for all parents to communicate with each other and share all of their concerns. However, I would be happier if those concerns are brought to either the classroom teacher or the main office. I wish some of you would have raised these concerns at the Open House or the Title One Parent Meeting we had on September 25. I wish I could have heard these voices at our first Parent University Meeting. I want to invite you to our next Parent University, scheduled on Tuesday, October 15 at 9am. In the DCP Redford Library. We will discuss discipline, the most recent NWEA test scores and attendance. (Please note: a volunteer meeting will be held soon for those that completed background checks and want to help around the school.)

You can reach me at Stephen.johnson@dcpschools.org or Mr. Cunningham at latrel.cunningham@dcpschools.org. There will be a virtual town hall meeting to discuss various topics regarding the buses in the very near future. Please be on the lookout for that information. In the meantime, please talk to your children about proper bus behavior and how to work through issues with other children. We also want to be sure that interactions between the bus driver and the riders are proper and respectful as well. Help us to ensure that all of the scholars that are bussed to and from DCP Redford feel safe and secure.

I personally want to thank you for entrusting DCP Redford with your child’s education. My team and I take this responsibility seriously. I know things have not always been pleasant, but we are all works in progress. Only as a united front will we get our children to the next level. I look forward to hearing from you all very soon.

With love,

Principal Johnson

Hello DCP-Redford Families, Friends and Community Partners,

Thank you to all of our dedicated parents for ensuring their scholar was present on Count Day! Your love and support is greatly appreciated. Shout out to our Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 6th, and 7th grade teachers and scholars for achieving 100% perfect attendance on October 2, 2024!!! Let's keep this going!

Where has the time gone? We are entering our 7th week of school, and time is flying by! Please review our Parent Newsletter to its entirety for DCPR upcoming events and community news you can use.

Mark Your Calendars:

• Pink out for Breast Cancer Awareness - Wear something pink with your jeans - October 11
• No school for students- October 14
• End of Quarter 1- October 18
• Michigan vs Michigan state pick a side and rep your team with jeans - October 25
• Report cards - October 25

We're now accepting new and returning families for the

2024-25 school year. Seats are filling up fast!

Click Enroll to get started today.

All documents must be submitted in order for your student to began classes according to The State of Michigan.

What was previously called PLA University is now Skilled US, as we work to help adults nationwide acquire the skills that will enable them to secure jobs that pay family sustaining wages. The tuition-free program is a leading advocate for educational excellence and workforce development and is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a number of competitive job markets.

The educational experience is “no strings attached” and is tailored to anyone who is 17 and older. The program aims to lift up students through skilled training to increase their earning potential.

Advanced Manufacturing, Building & Construction, Business & IT Services, Entrepreneurship, Information Technology, Healthcare and Life Sciences, and Transportation and Logistics are all career pathways ready to be explored through Skilled US based on region. The comprehensive workshops are available both in-person and virtually, and students can enhance their life and work skills during flexible evening or weekend sessions.

Students can apply for the Skilled US program at www.skilledus.org.

Books Galore! Books Galore! We have books and so much more!

DCPR will host a Scholastic Book Fair during the week of Monday, October 7th - October 11th in our Library for a great opportunity to explore the wonderful world of reading. Set up your e-wallet here:

https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/hub/ewallet.html

Apples, Pumpkins & Cider, Oh My!

Our 2nd and 3rd grade scholars will venture out to Blakes Orchard and Cider Mill on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Please be sure to check your scholars backpack for permission slips. Please return as soon as possible.

Report Cards will be distributed and sent home with scholars on Friday, October 25th.

Please be sure to check your scholars backpack.

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Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network
(800) 241-4949

Forgotten Harvest
(248) 967-1500

Gleaners Community Food Bank
866-GLEANER (453-2637)

Redford Charter Township
(313) 387-2700

Redford Interfaith Relief
(313) 387-98802

Redford Township District Library
(313) 531-5960

United Way for Southeastern Michigan
(313) 226-9200

• United Way 2-1-1 / Toll-Free (outside Detroit) - (800) 552-1183: 2-1-1
  (United Way supports 211, the 24/7 go-to resource that helps people across the U.S. and Canada find the local resources they need.)

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