DCP-Redford Parent Newsletter
February 3, 2025
WELCOME TO FEBRUARY, BLACK HISTORY MONTH!
Hello DCP-Redford Families,
Wow! We are already in the month of February!
February is one of the most celebrated and dedicated time of the year. We honor and celebrate the history, and culture of African Americans. BHM also serves as a reminder of contributions and achievements that a significant amount of Black individuals accomplished throughout the years. In addition, it also serves as an opportunity to educate and raise awareness surrounding social justice and racial equality.
Join us as we foster a more diverse environment while promoting respect, empathy and understanding throughout the community. Spread kindness, compassion, and unity not just today, but everyday to everyone.
Sincerely,
Principal Johnson
SAFE SCHOOL NOTICE
All Visitors must sign in at the main office with VALID IDENTIFICATION ( Driver License, State I.D, Passport, Military I.D etc.) when visiting or picking up a student. If any doubt, a telephone call will be made by Administration to confirm your identity before allowing access to the student.
Safe Driving Reminder
Please be mindful of the cars and busses in the car drop-off and pick up line during morning entry and dismissal. The parking lot is designed for cars to drive to the left of the lot and circle around. Driving the opposite direction is dangerous and puts too many people in harm's way. When everyone follows the same path, entry and dismissal can move efficiently. We want everyone to arrive and leave safely. Most importantly, we want to keep our children safe. Also, we ask that our visitors do not block the gym door or the main entrance door with your vehicles. This is a FIRE HAZARD. Please utilize the parking spaces to ensure everyone's safety. Thank you for understanding.
EARLY PICK-UP REMINDER
Early pick-ups not only cause disruption of the flow of the building. However, it hinders your scholar’s academic progression because they will miss important instruction. To prevent the loss of instructional time, early pick up will end at 3:00 P.M. No entry will be permitted after this time as we prepare our scholars for dismissal. Scholars will be released to the parents in the pick-up line at 3:30 pm. Walkers will be released at 3:30 pm.
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
Problems and situations alway occur in the classroom. Most of the time there are 3 sides: the teacher’s side, the scholar’s side and the truth. I encourage each of you to reach out to your child’s teacher FIRST to solve the problem. If they don’t respond or if the result is less than satisfactory, then contact the office. If you come to the office first, Admin will go to the scholar first for questioning and then teacher for their perspective. That takes time. If you go directly to the teacher involved, it will most likely give you an answer much quicker. This helps in building a relationship of trust between you and the teacher. They are with your scholars for longer periods of time than anyone in the office. You will probably have your concerns addressed much quicker than calling the office first. A staff directory can be found down below in our Parent Newsletter.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY/NO SCHOOL 2/14
Scholars will not have school on Friday, February 14th as our wonderful staff members will participate in Professional Development. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 21st at 8:05 am. All scholars are expected to be in full uniform.
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES 2/20 4PM-6PM
Parent Teacher Conferences will be held two days:
Thursday, February 20th from 4pm-6pm and
Friday, February 21st from 1pm-4pm. Scholars will be dismissed at 11:30 a.m on this day. Please pick up your scholar at the proper dismissal time. Also, please be sure to reach out to your scholars Instructor via email to schedule a good time to meet in person.
DETROIT INSTITUTE OF ARTS
Celebrate Black History Month at the Detroit Institute of Arts! Experience an incredible lineup of films and live music events throughout February. Don’t miss out—visit dia.org for the full calendar of events!
Feb. 1: Symbol of the Unconquered – Silent film with live music
Feb. 2: DFT Double Feature – Underworld & Girl From Chicago
Feb. 13: Friday Night Live – Roy Brooks Tribute
Feb. 28: Friday Night Live – Isaiah Collier and the Chosen Few
Let’s come together to honor history, culture, and creativity! #BlackHistoryMonth #DIAEvents #CelebrateCulture
REDFORD LIBRARY TEEN MEET UP
Calling all teens 12-18! Join us in the Teen Room every Wednesday after school (3-5 PM) for an afternoon filled with video games, board games, and crafts.
This is a laid-back, drop-in club, so swing by when you can and stay as long as you'd like—no pressure to commit to the whole time!
28 DAYS: MOMENTS IN BLACK HISTORY THAT CHANGED THE WORLD
28 DAYS: MOMENTS IN BLACK HISTORY THAT CHANGED THE WORLD
By Charles R. Smith
Recommended for ages: 3 - 10 years
Each day features a different influential figure in African-American history, from Crispus Attucks, the first man shot in the Boston Massacre, sparking the Revolutionary War, to Madame C. J. Walker, who after years of adversity became the wealthiest black woman in the country, as well as one of the wealthiest black Americans, to Barack Obama, the country's first African-American president.
With powerful illustrations by Shane Evans, this is a completely unique look at the importance and influence of African Americans on the history of this country. https://a.co/d/a2ZNHcC
IF YOU WERE A KID DURING THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT
IF YOU WERE A KID DURING THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT By: Gwendolyn Hooks and Kelly Kennedy.
Recommended for Ages: 7 - 9 years
In the 1960s, the United States was immersed in the Civil Rights Movement. People across the country protested against racial segregation and fought for equal rights. They attended marches, held sit-ins, and took part in many other actions. Some of the activists who participated in protests were kids!
Join Mark and Connie as they find themselves in the middle of a civil rights demonstration, and learn how millions of people who worked together to fight for equality changed the country forever.
ABOUT THIS SERIES:
Step back in time to the most relevant historical moments with the best-selling series, “If You Were a Kid”! In an exciting blend of fiction and nonfiction, a fictionalized narrative teaches history through the eyes of kids, while informational text introduces readers to key factual information. With engaging text, illustrations, and photos on every page, “If You Were a Kid” will spark readers’ curiosity and imagination, making learning about our past an accessible and unforgettable experience.
SEPARATE IS NEVER EQUAL
SEPARATE IS NEVER EQUAL By: Duncan Tonatiuh
Recommended for ages: 6 - 10 years
Seven years before Brown v. Board of Education, the Mendez family fought to end segregation in California schools.
When her family moved to the town of Westminster, California, young Sylvia Mendez was excited about enrolling in her neighborhood school. But she and her brothers were turned away and told they had to attend the Mexican school instead. Sylvia could not understand why—she was an American citizen who spoke perfect English. Why were the children of Mexican families forced to attend a separate school?
Unable to get a satisfactory answer from the school board, the Mendez family decided to take matters into its own hands and organized a lawsuit. In the end, the Mendez family’s efforts helped bring an end to segregated schooling in California in 1947, seven years before the landmark Supreme Court ruling in Brown v. Board of Education ended segregation in schools across America.
THE STARS BENEATH OUR FEET
The Stars Beneath our Feet By: David Barclay Moore
Recommended for ages: 10 - 13 years
A boy tries to steer a safe path through the projects in Harlem in the wake of his brother’s death in this outstanding debut novel that celebrates community and creativity.
It’s Christmas Eve in Harlem, but twelve-year-old Lolly Rachpaul and his mom aren’t celebrating. They’re still reeling from his older brother’s death in a gang-related shooting just a few months earlier. Then Lolly’s mother’s girlfriend brings him a gift that will change everything: two enormous bags filled with Legos. Lolly’s always loved Legos, and he prides himself on following the kit instructions exactly. Now, faced with a pile of building blocks and no instructions, Lolly must find his own way forward.
His path isn’t clear—and the pressure to join a “crew,” as his brother did, is always there. When Lolly and his friend are beaten up and robbed, joining a crew almost seems like the safe choice. But building a fantastical Lego city at the community center provides Lolly with an escape—and an unexpected bridge back to the world.
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