Detroit Public Schools Community District public meetings in 2024
50 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will consider approving a $3.2M renewal of K-8 science contracts with Amplify and Activate Learning, a $668,917 contract increase for high school science materials from ECA Science Kit Services, and two international student trips to Paris and Japan. The committee will also hear the CFO's report and take public comment.
- Approval of $3,205,826 renewal of K-8 science contracts with Amplify and Activate Learning through June 2026
- Approval of $668,917 contract increase with ECA Science Kit Services for high school science materials
- Approval of Cody High School senior trip to Paris, France, costing up to $30,000 from fundraising
- Approval of Cass High School senior trip to Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto, Japan, costing up to $74,000 from fundraising
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Curriculum/Academics Committee will vote on renewing K-8 science curriculum contracts with Amplify and Activate Learning for up to $3,205,826, and a contract increase of $668,917 for high school science materials with ECA Science Kit Services. The committee will also consider international travel requests for Cody High School to Paris ($30,000) and Cass Technical High School to Tokyo and Osaka, Japan ($74,400). Reports from the Chair and Superintendent on academic updates are scheduled.
- Approval of K-8 science contract renewals with Amplify and Activate Learning, not to exceed $3,205,826
- Contract increase for high school science materials with ECA Science Kit Services, not to exceed $668,917
- Approval of out-of-country travel for Cody High School seniors to Paris, France ($30,000)
- Approval of out-of-country travel for Cass Technical High School seniors to Tokyo and Osaka, Japan ($74,400)
- Academic update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti
Regular Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will vote on a tentative 2024-26 labor agreement with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 214 for LEIN operators, providing wage increases and retention bonuses with a total incremental cost not-to-exceed $108,765. The board will also consider personnel actions including administrative terminations, terminations for cause, suspensions, and a recommendation for continued employment. Reports from the finance officer and superintendent, along with student presentations and public comment, are scheduled.
- Approval of 2024-26 Tentative Agreement with International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 214, LEIN Operators, with compensation increases costing up to $108,765
- Administrative terminations and terminations for cause (personnel actions)
- Suspensions for cause (personnel actions)
- Recommendation for continued employment of candidate 398641 under MCL 380.1230
- Closed session pursuant to MCL 15.268(a) and (h) for personnel and legal opinion
Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting
The Policy Ad-Hoc Committee will consider amendments to four district policies, including a requirement for high school athletic coaches to hold CPR and AED certification starting in 2025-2026. Other proposed changes involve opioid antagonists, technology plan review cycles, and a health and wellness anti-discrimination statement. The meeting includes public comment and procedural items.
- Amendment to Policy 3120.08: requiring high school athletic coaches to hold CPR and AED certification (Public Act 37)
- Amendment to Policy 5330.02: updating opioid antagonist policy to include Narcan and grammatical revisions
- Amendment to Policy 7540: changing technology plan review from annually to every three years
- Amendment to Policy 8510: adding USDA Food and Nutrition Service anti-discrimination statement to health and wellness policy
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider two action items: a $63 million budget amendment for FY 2025 that increases spending and transfers $31.8 million to capital projects for athletic field and pool repairs, and approval of the annual District Technology Plan for 2024–2025. The budget amendment also assigns $173 million to the Facility Master Plan. The meeting includes procedural items and reports.
- Approval of FY 2025 General Fund Budget Amendment No. 1, increasing revenue by $42M and expenditures by $63M, with a projected operating surplus of $14.5M
- Transfer of $31.8M from unrestricted fund balance to Capital Projects for upgrading football fields, tracks, lighting, parking lots, bleachers at six schools, and activating swimming pools at seven schools
- Assignment of $173M to the Facility Master Plan, including $2M for Davis Aerospace High School's move to City Airport and $1.9M from property sales
- Approval of the 2024–2025 District Technology Plan outlining modernization, cybersecurity, and AI initiatives
- Reports from the Chair and Superintendent on academic matters
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee recommends approving a FY 2025 General Fund Budget Amendment No. 1 that increases revenue by $42M and expenditures by $63M, projecting a $14.5M operating surplus. It also includes transferring $173M to the Facility Master Plan and $31.8M to capital projects for field upgrades and pool repairs. The committee also considers approval of the annual District Technology Plan.
- Budget Amendment No. 1 increases revenue by $42M (including $38.1M state) and expenditures by $63M (including $31M for salaries/benefits, $12.5M for supplies/equipment, $19.5M for purchased services).
- Transfer of $173M to the Facility Master Plan, bringing total to $704M; additional $2M for Davis Aerospace High School move to City Airport and $1.9M from property sales.
- Transfer of $31.8M from unrestricted fund balance to capital projects for football fields, tracks, lighting, parking, bleachers at Cass Tech, Central, Denby, Henry Ford, Southeastern, Pershing, and pool repairs at Central, Henry Ford, JL White, Northwestern, Southeastern, Burton, Marcus Garvey.
- Approval of the 2024–2025 District Technology Plan, covering infrastructure upgrades, cybersecurity, AI integration, and creation of a District Technology Committee.
- FY 2024 audit confirmed a $282M surplus, with $169M transferred to the Facility Master Plan.
Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Education will review a tentative 2024-26 labor agreement with the Detroit Federation of Paraprofessionals, Local 2350. The meeting also includes reports on district finance and academics, as well as various personnel actions.
- Tentative 2024-26 Agreement with Detroit Federation of Paraprofessionals (Local 2350) for increased compensation not to exceed $4,950,309
- Approval of administrative terminations and terminations for cause
- Recommendation for continued employment of candidate 397987 and nonemployment of employee 394779
- Finance Report presented by Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Vidito
- Superintendent's report on academics, operations, and human resources
Special Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board is meeting to decide on approving the 2024-2025 Operating Millage Restoration Tax Levy Resolution. The restoration would allow the district to collect the full 18 mills instead of the current 16.6 mills, generating an additional $10 million in revenue. The board will also hold a closed session to consider a legal opinion.
- Approval of 2024-2025 Operating Millage Restoration Tax Levy Resolution expected to generate $9,589,365
- Closed session under MCL 15.268(h) to discuss a written legal opinion
- Proposal S passed by Detroit voters on Nov 5, 2024, enables the restoration
- Without approval, district would lose $10M in revenue and City Clerk could not collect the additional millage
Special Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board is holding a special board meeting. The primary action is a motion to enter closed session to discuss the Superintendent's evaluation and a written legal opinion. The meeting also includes public comment and procedural items.
- Motion to enter closed session under MCL 15.268(a) and (h) for Superintendent evaluation and legal opinion
- Public comment registration and public comment period
- Approval of meeting agenda
- Procedural opening items (call to order, roll call, meeting norms, moment of silence)
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Curriculum/Academics Committee will discuss and vote on a tentative two-year labor agreement with the Organization of School Administrators and Supervisors totaling up to $5.325 million, including 4% and 3.5% pay raises. The committee will also consider a resolution to waive Board Policy 5415.01 to allow $2,000 stipends for high school students completing a 40-hour after-school reading tutoring program. Additionally, the committee will vote on approving the 2025 Board and committee meeting calendars.
- Approval of 2024-26 tentative agreement with Organization of School Administrators and Supervisors (OSAS) costing up to $5,325,000 with 4% and 3.5% raises, longevity payments, and retention bonuses
- Resolution to waive Policy 5415.01 for High School Reading Initiative, providing $2,000 stipends to students completing 40 hours of after-school tutoring, funded by interest income
- Approval of the Regular Board of Education & Committee Meeting Calendars for Year 2025
- Academic update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti, including an Equity Engagement Overview
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee is reviewing a tentative agreement with the Organization of School Administrators and Supervisors that includes salary increases. The committee is also considering a resolution to provide $2,000 incentives for high school students who complete a 40-hour reading program.
- Tentative agreement with OSAS providing up to $5,325,050 in increased compensation
- Resolution to waive policy for the High School Reading Initiative providing $2,000 per student
- Approval of 2025 Board of Education and Committee meeting calendars
- Chief Financial Officer's Report
Regular Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board is meeting to review financial and academic reports and approve personnel actions. A key decision involves a contract for market research and voter education regarding a non-homestead levy on the November 2024 ballot.
- Proposed purchase with Compass Strategies for Proposal S voter education not to exceed $1,193,000
- Approval of administrative terminations and terminations for cause
- Finance report from CFO Jeremy Vidito
- Superintendent's report on academics, operations, and human resources
- Selection for the Detroit Public Schools Library Commission Selection Committee
Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting
The Policy Ad-Hoc Committee is conducting first reads of three policy changes. These include updating nondiscrimination rules to align with 2024 Title IX regulations and modifying how the public participates in meetings.
- Adoption of New Policy 2264 regarding Title IX complaints, including new definitions of sexual harassment and investigation timeframes
- Amendment to Policy 2266 to apply 2020 Title IX Regulations to incidents occurring before August 1, 2024
- Amendment to Policy 0167.3 requiring public comment registration via specific forms and providing time limit exceptions for translations or disabilities
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will consider two action items: a $1,193,000 contract with Compass Strategies for market research and voter education on Proposal S (18 Mill Non-Homestead Levy renewal), and a $551,786 contract with Verse + Hook for comprehensive marketing services. The committee will also hear the Chief Financial Officer's report and handle procedural items.
- Approval of purchase with Compass Strategies for market research and voter education on Proposal S, not to exceed $1,193,000 through June 2025
- Approval of contract with Verse + Hook for comprehensive marketing services, not to exceed $551,786 through June 2025
- Chief Financial Officer's Report
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Curriculum/Academics Committee is reviewing action items regarding voter education for Proposal S and district-wide marketing services. The committee will also receive an academic update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti.
- Purchase with Compass Strategies for Proposal S voter education and market research, not to exceed $1,193,000
- Contract with Verse + Hook for comprehensive marketing services, not to exceed $551,786
- Academic Update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti
Regular Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Board will vote on approving the 'Thrive for Teachers' and 'Thrive for School Administrators' evaluation systems for the 2024-2025 school year, which include revised performance categories and weightings to comply with state law. The board will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings, personnel actions including terminations, and entering a closed session for legal and labor negotiations. Public comment is scheduled.
- Approval of Thrive for Teachers and Thrive for School Administrators evaluation systems for 2024-2025
- Approval of administrative terminations and terminations for cause (multiple personnel files)
- Motion to enter closed session for collective bargaining, litigation, and legal opinion
- Approval of meeting minutes from August 13, August 26, and September 4, 2024
- Finance and superintendent reports, including recognition of district core values
Special Board Meeting - Climate and Culture Board Retreat
This is a special board meeting serving as a Climate and Culture Board Retreat. The agenda is largely procedural, including call to order, roll call, approval of agenda, and public comment. The only substantive action is a motion to enter closed session to discuss a written legal opinion under Michigan's Open Meetings Act.
- Closed session to consider a written legal opinion under MCL 15.268(h)
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Curriculum/Academics Committee will vote on two action items: approval of the Thrive evaluation systems for teachers and administrators for 2024-2025, and approval of health insurance contracts with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Health Alliance Plan, and Delta Dental. The medical/dental contracts total up to $74,640,800. The evaluation system updates comply with recent state law changes.
- Approval of Thrive for Teachers and Thrive for School Administrators evaluation systems for 2024-2025 school year
- Contracts with Blue Care Network, BCBS, and HAP for medical plans not to exceed $68,041,016 through Dec 2025
- Contract with Delta Dental for dental plans not to exceed $6,599,784 through Dec 2026
- Evaluation changes: student growth weight reduced from 40% to 20%, three performance categories instead of four
- Negotiated 9% medical premium increase and 4% dental increase
Regular Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will decide on approving a High School Redesign Plan aimed at improving student achievement and post-secondary readiness, with implementation starting in fall 2026. The board will also hear a finance report from the CFO, receive the superintendent's report on academics and operations, and vote on personnel actions including terminations. Public comment will be taken before a closed session for personnel and collective bargaining strategy.
- Vote on District High School Redesign Plan (student implementation fall 2026, piloted at Western International HS and East English Prep at Finney)
- Finance report from CFO Jeremy Vidito
- Superintendent's report covering academics, operations, and human resources
- Personnel actions: approval of administrative terminations and terminations for cause
- Closed session under Michigan Open Meetings Act for personnel, collective bargaining strategy, and legal opinion
Finance Committee Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Finance Committee will consider two action items: approving the 2024-25 District Assessment Calendar and adopting the 2024-2025 Student's Rights, Responsibilities, and Code of Conduct. The code of conduct includes revisions to infraction descriptions, consequences, and glossary terms based on stakeholder feedback. The committee will also hear the Chief Financial Officer's report.
- Approval of 2024-25 Assessment Calendar, with changes including College Board assessments replacing Horizon Education for grades 8-11 and removal of end-of-year science and social studies benchmarks for grades 5, 8, and 11
- Approval of 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct, with revisions to infractions such as adding unauthorized AI use (A05) and updated consequences for drug/alcohol/inhalant offenses (C17-C19)
- Chief Financial Officer's report on June finances (no specifics in agenda)
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Curriculum/Academics Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on two main action items: the 2024-25 District Assessment Calendar and the updated Student's Rights, Responsibilities, and Code of Conduct. The committee will also hear reports from the Chairman and Superintendent. No other substantive business is listed.
- Approval of 2024-25 Assessment Calendar replacing Horizon Education with College Board assessments in grades 8-11 and adding End-of-Course assessments for high school students.
- Approval of 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct with revisions to infraction definitions including artificial intelligence misuse, drug edibles, and knife blade length over 3 inches.
- Annual review of Code of Conduct based on 743 stakeholder feedback responses from staff, students, and administrators.
- Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti to present an academic update, including a high school redesign presentation.
Special Board Meeting
The Board of Education will conduct a special meeting including an agenda approval and a public comment period. The Board also plans to enter a closed session to consider a written legal opinion.
- Motion to enter Closed Session to consider a written legal opinion pursuant to MCL 15.268(h)
Regular Board Meeting
The board will consider approving a two-year tentative agreement with the Detroit Federation of Teachers costing up to $157 million, and a membership resolution with the Michigan High School Athletic Association. Also scheduled are personnel actions, a finance report, a superintendent's report, and a closed session for a legal opinion.
- Approval of 2024-26 Detroit Federation of Teachers tentative agreement at cost not-to-exceed $157,155,035
- Approval of membership resolution with Michigan High School Athletic Association for 2024-2025 school year
- Consideration of administrative terminations and terminations for cause
- Finance report from Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Vidito
- Closed session under MCL 15.268(h) to consider a written legal opinion
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider adopting a resolution to request renewal of the Wayne County Enhancement Millage, which generates about $19 million annually for teacher salaries. The board will also vote on participating in the School Bond Qualification and Loan Program, authorizing borrowing up to $77.9 million for capital debt payments. Additional action items include renewing a $3.27 million contract with Beyond Basics for literacy tutoring at eight schools and purchasing a $630,000 flight simulator for Davis Aerospace High School.
- Resolution requesting renewal of Wayne County Enhancement Millage (generates $19–22M/year for teacher salaries; expires 2027; would go to voters Nov 2024)
- Resolution to participate in School Bond Qualification and Loan Program (authorizes borrowing up to $77,921,603 in FY2025 for capital debt payments)
- Contract renewal with Beyond Basics for tier III literacy tutoring at 8 schools (Brewer, Bunche, Fisher Magnet, Henderson, Henry Ford HS, Law, Priest, Thirkell) for $3,269,721
- Purchase of one Diamond DA40 XLT Flight Simulator from Frasca for $630,000 for Davis Aerospace High School's CTE flight program
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee is reviewing a resolution to participate in a state loan program for capital debt and a request to renew the Wayne County Enhancement Millage. The body is also considering contract renewals for literacy tutoring and the purchase of aviation equipment.
- Resolution to participate in the School Bond Qualification and Loan Program with projected FY25 borrowing of $77,921,603
- Resolution requesting the renewal of the Wayne County Enhancement Millage to maintain $20 to $22 million in annual revenue
- Contract renewal with Beyond Basics for 1:1 reading tutoring not to exceed $3,269,721
- Purchase of a Diamond DA40 XLT flight simulator from Frasca for Davis Aerospace High School not to exceed $630,000
Regular Board Meeting
This regular board meeting of the Detroit Public Schools Community District includes approval of minutes from prior meetings, reports from the CFO and Superintendent, and action items. The board will vote on the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 academic calendars, which include an additional day off on April 21, 2025. Also on the agenda are personnel actions including terminations and suspensions. Public comment is available in-person and virtually.
- Approval of 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 academic calendars with an extra day off after Easter 2025
- Administrative terminations
- Terminations for cause
- Suspension for cause
- Approval of minutes from multiple previous meetings (May 14, May 17, May 20, June 5, June 7)
Budget Hearing
This is a budget hearing where the Detroit Public Schools Community District Board of Education will receive a presentation from the CFO on the FY 2025 budget. The meeting includes public comment opportunities both in-person and virtually. No voting on the budget is scheduled; it is a hearing for information and public input.
- CFO presentation on the FY 2025 budget (attached PDF).
- Public comment period for residents (3-minute limit per speaker).
- Board will vote on approval of the meeting agenda.
Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting
The Policy Ad-Hoc Committee is reviewing several proposed changes to district policies. These updates address recent changes in state law regarding union bargaining, school administrator evaluations, and reproductive health regulations.
- Amendment to Policy 0122 regarding Board Powers and union bargaining
- Amendment to Policy 0144.1 regarding Board Stipend & Expenses
- Amendments to evaluation policies for school administrators, professional staff, and probationary teachers
- Policy revisions related to reproductive health, family planning, and sex education
- Adoption of Policy 6350 regarding the Michigan Prevailing Wage Act
Special Board Meeting
The Board is holding a special meeting to enter a closed session. The purpose of the closed session is to discuss strategy regarding the negotiation of a collective bargaining agreement.
- Closed session to discuss collective bargaining agreement negotiation strategy
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider adopting the FY2024-2025 annual budget, which projects a $36.4M surplus for the DPSCD General Fund, and a separate action to spend up to $6,000 on airfare for CIEE Global Navigator Scholarship winners. The meeting also includes reports from the chair and superintendent.
- Adoption of DPSCD FY2025 General Fund Budget with projected $36.4M surplus and $98M increase in state categorical funding
- Approval to purchase airfare for CIEE Global Navigator Scholarship winners in June 2024, not to exceed $6,000 from General Funds
- Academic Update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti, including budget presentation
- Chairman's Report by Board Member Bishop Corletta Vaughn
Finance Committee Meeting
The DPSCD Finance Committee will review and vote on proposed items including the FY2025 General Fund budget, which projects a $36.4M surplus and includes $98M in new state categorical grants. The committee will also consider a request to approve up to $6,000 in General Funds to cover airfare for students receiving the CIEE Global Navigator Scholarship. The agenda includes a CFO report detailing a $237M reduction in federal ESSER funding and outlines financial challenges for FY2026.
- Approval of FY2025 General Fund Budget, projecting a $36.4M surplus and $98M increase in state categorical grants.
- Vote on up to $6,000 in General Funds to purchase airfare for CIEE Global Navigator Scholarship winners.
- Review of FY2024-2025 Food Service and School Activity Account budgets.
- CFO report covering revenue assumptions, a $237M drop in federal ESSER funding, and $12.5M allocated for special education deficits.
- Discussion of FY2026 budget challenges, including rising utility costs and a projected $3,835 per-pupil funding gap compared to other Southeast Michigan districts.
Special Board Meeting (Non-Renewal Hearing)
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board of Education is holding a special meeting for a non-renewal hearing. The board will vote to enter a closed session to discuss personnel action at an employee's request. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.
- Closed session under MCL 380.1229(3) and MCL 15.268(a) to consider personnel action at employee(s) request
- Public comment registration closes before closed session
- Meeting is a special non-renewal hearing
Regular Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will decide on the 2023-24 Superintendent Evaluation Tool, approve personnel actions including terminations and suspensions, and enter a closed session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining negotiations. The meeting also includes presentations, reports, and public comment.
- Approval of the 2023-24 Superintendent Evaluation Tool
- Closed session for collective bargaining agreement negotiation under MCL 15.268(c)
- Approval of administrative terminations and terminations for cause
- Approval of suspension for cause
- Finance report from CFO Jeremy Vidito
Finance Committee Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Finance Committee will consider approving contract renewals for school-based services up to $13,944,106 for the 2024-25 school year, including private non-public schools. The committee will also discuss and recommend approval of the 2023-24 Superintendent Evaluation Tool. A Chief Financial Officer's report is scheduled for presentation.
- Approval of school-based contract renewals for academic support, enrichment, youth development, and wraparound services up to $13,944,106 through June 30, 2025
- Approval of the 2023-24 Superintendent Evaluation Tool, with same point allocation as prior years and a 40% student growth component
- Chief Financial Officer's report on April financials
- Public comment registration available in-person and virtually via Zoom
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider two action items: approving the 2023-24 Superintendent Evaluation Tool and renewing contracts for school-based services (academic support, enrichment, wraparound) up to $13,944,106 through June 2025. Reports from the chair and an academic update from the superintendent are also on the agenda.
- Action item 4.01: Approval of the 2023-24 Superintendent Evaluation Tool, with same point structure as prior years (50 points evaluation, 40 student growth, 10 priorities).
- Action item 4.02: Approval of school-based contract renewals for up to $13,944,106 for academic support, enrichment, and wraparound services through June 30, 2025.
- Academic Update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti (report attached).
- Chairman's Report from Board Member Bishop Corletta Vaughn.
Special Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board is holding a special meeting on April 15, 2024. The main discussion item is a proposal related to a literacy lawsuit, with no vote scheduled. The board will also enter closed session to consider a written legal opinion. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including public comment and agenda approval.
- Discussion of literacy lawsuit proposal (information only, no vote)
- Closed session under MCL 15.268(h) to review a written legal opinion
- Public comment period for registered attendees
Regular Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will consider several action items, including approving a two-year extension of the charter contract for MacDowell Preparatory Academy, approving administrative terminations, and issuing notices of non-renewal for certain employees. The board will also receive reports on finance, academics, and operations, and hear public comments.
- Two-year charter contract extension for MacDowell Preparatory Academy (current charter expires June 2025)
- Approval of administrative terminations (Personnel Actions)
- Issuance of notices of non-renewal per MCL 380.1229 (state law)
- Approval of minutes from previous board and committee meetings
- Approval of Superintendent's Report including personnel transactions
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Curriculum/Academics Committee will vote on two action items: a two-year charter extension for MacDowell Preparatory Academy and a three-year charter for a new school, Graduation Alliance: AchievePoint Detroit, targeting dropouts. They will also hear reports from the chair and superintendent.
- Two-year charter extension for MacDowell Preparatory Academy to help secure a longer mortgage (expected revenue $108,165 from authorizer fee)
- Three-year charter for Graduation Alliance: AchievePoint Detroit, a blended-learning school for students aged 15-22 who have dropped out or are at risk
- Graduation Alliance targets dropouts, teen parents, students with chronic health issues, and those needing flexible scheduling
- MacDowell enrollment trend: 348 (2021-22), 363 (2022-23), 368 (2023-24); strong financial liquidity
- Chairman's Report and Academic Update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will consider two charter contract actions: a three-year charter for Graduation Alliance: AchievePoint Detroit, an alternative school serving dropouts and at-risk students, and a two-year extension for MacDowell Preparatory Academy. The committee will also hear the Chief Financial Officer's report on February finances. Public comment is available both in-person and virtually.
- Three-year charter contract for Graduation Alliance: AchievePoint Detroit, an alternative school for high school dropouts
- Two-year extension of charter contract for MacDowell Preparatory Academy to help secure longer-term mortgage
- Chief Financial Officer's February financial report (1,659 KB attached)
- Public comment procedures with 3-minute limit
Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Policy Ad-Hoc Committee will consider amendments to several policies, including a new policy on public safety operations and updates to visitor weapons rules and student technology use. The committee also plans a technical correction to information security policy. Public comment will be heard.
- Proposed new Policy TBN 43 on Public Safety to codify district public safety operations and support SOPs for officers
- Amendment to Policy 7217 - Visitor Possession of Weapons adding two Michigan Supreme Court case references
- Amendment to Policy 7540.03 - Student Technology Acceptable Use and Safety revising AI/NLP language and adding cross-reference to student code of conduct
- Technical Correction to Policy 8305 - Information Security fixing a scrivener's error and adding a definition reference
Regular Board Meeting
The board will consider action on the 2024-2027 strategic plan, personnel actions including terminations and an amendment to the superintendent's contract, and an appointment to the Detroit Public Library Commission. Reports on finance and academics will also be presented, followed by a closed session to discuss collective bargaining and legal matters.
- Approval of Blueprint 2027, a three-year strategic plan for February 2024 through June 2027
- Amendment of the superintendent's employment contract
- Administrative terminations (list attached in Termination Report)
- Terminations for cause (three individual discipline summaries)
- Appointment to the Detroit Public Library Commission
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider two action items at its February 26, 2024 meeting: approving the 2024-2027 strategic plan (Blueprint 2027) and approving a contract renewal with Imagine Learning for $3,838,079. The strategic plan builds on prior Blueprint plans and includes a Profile of a Graduate. The Imagine Learning contract covers K-8 ELA/Literacy materials and the Edgenuity online credit recovery platform.
- Approval of 2024-2027 Strategic Plan (Blueprint 2027) — a three-year plan with community engagement, maintaining vision and mission, adding a graduate profile, and setting measurable goals
- Approval of contract renewal with Imagine Learning for $3,838,079 to provide K-8 literacy materials and the Edgenuity credit recovery platform through June 2025
- Chairman's Report from Board Member Bishop Corletta Vaughn
- Academic Update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti
Finance Committee Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Finance Committee will hear the CFO's report and consider two action items: approving the district's three-year strategic plan Blueprint 2027 and renewing a contract with Imagine Learning for up to $3.8 million for literacy materials and credit recovery.
- Approval of 2024-2027 Strategic Plan (Blueprint 2027)
- Approval of contract renewal with Imagine Learning for $3,838,079
- Chief Financial Officer's report on district finances
- Public comment registration details for virtual and in-person participation
Regular Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board of Education will consider approving a $90 million increase in expenditures through FY 2024 General Fund Budget Amendment No. 1. The amendment projects a $173.5 million surplus due to one-time COVID funding, with $169.1M assigned to the Facility Master Plan. Other action items include personnel terminations and a closed session to discuss litigation settlement and a legal opinion.
- FY 2024 General Fund Budget Amendment No. 1 — increases expenditures by $90M, projects $173.5M surplus with $169.1M for Facility Master Plan
- Closed session under MCL 15.268(e) and (h) for litigation settlement and legal opinion
- Approval of administrative terminations and terminations for cause (personnel actions)
- Finance report presented by CFO Jeremy Vidito
- Student presentations by Cass Technical High School Color Guards and Henry Ford Jazz Band
Finance Committee Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Finance Committee will meet to discuss the CFO's financial report and vote on three action items: approval of a student trip to Costa Rica, additional funding for dual enrollment programs, and a contract renewal for math instructional materials. The dual enrollment request seeks an additional $465,580 to expand college courses, bringing total spending to $1,059,230. The Great Minds contract renewal is for $1,288,262 for K-8 math materials and professional development.
- Approval of $38,220 for Southeastern High School student trip to Costa Rica
- Additional $465,580 for dual enrollment programs with local colleges
- Contract renewal with Great Minds LLC for $1,288,262 for K-8 math curriculum
- CFO's financial report for January
Organizational Board Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board of Education holds an organizational meeting to appoint board committees, internal representatives, and external organization representatives. The board will also act on designating a notice-posting officer and ratifying the 2024 meeting calendars for the board and committees. Public comment is allowed in-person or via Zoom.
- Appointment of Curriculum/Academic, Finance, Policy Ad Hoc, and Code of Conduct Hearing Committees
- Appointment of legislative representative and DPSCD Public Safety Oversight Committee representative
- Appointment of representatives to Michigan Association of School Boards, Detroit Public Library Commission, and other bodies
- Designation of Vania Moore to post notices of meetings (action item)
- Ratification of 2024 board and committee meeting calendars
Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Education will review a proposal for five-year yellow bus transportation contracts with three vendors. The meeting also includes personnel actions, financial reports, and a closed session regarding collective bargaining negotiations.
- Proposed five-year yellow bus transportation contracts with ABC Student Transportation Inc., Alltown Bus Service LLC, and National Trails School Bus not to exceed $188,030,566
- Motion to approve administrative terminations
- Motion to approve employment of candidate 397198
- Closed session to discuss collective bargaining agreement negotiation strategy
- Approval of December 12, 2023 Regular Board Meeting minutes
Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider three action items: approval of an international trip for Southeastern High School students to Costa Rica, additional funding for dual enrollment programs, and a contract renewal with Great Minds for K-8 math materials. The committee will also hear reports from the chair and superintendent. Public comment is available in-person or virtually.
- Approval of out-of-country travel to Costa Rica for 12 Southeastern High School students, not to exceed $38,220
- Approval of additional $465,580 for dual enrollment programs with local universities, bringing total to $1,059,230
- Approval of $1,288,262 contract renewal with Great Minds, LLC for K-8 math instructional materials, digital resources, and professional development
- Academic update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti
- Chairman's report from Board Member Bishop Corletta Vaughn
Special Board Meeting
This is a special board meeting with no votes; the board will discuss updated language and metrics for the strategic plan, the facilities master plan and proposed adjustments, a vacant property proposal, and proposed investments in elevator repairs and the Cass Tech football field. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Updated Language and Metrics for Strategic Plan (discussion only)
- Update on Facilities Master Plan (discussion only)
- Proposed Adjustments to Facilities Master Plan (discussion only)
- Vacant Property Proposal (discussion only)
- Proposed Investment in Elevator Repairs and Cass Tech Football Field (discussion only)
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will consider a recommendation to approve five-year yellow bus transportation contracts with ABC Student Transportation, Alltown Bus Service, and National Trails School Bus for up to $188,030,566. The committee will also receive the Chief Financial Officer's report on December finances. If approved, the contracts will run through June 2029, covering general education, special education, homeless students, and more.
- Five-year, $188 million yellow bus contract with ABC, Alltown, and National Trails
- Contracts include performance penalties for missed routes, late arrivals, and safety issues
- ABC to handle 61% of routes, Alltown 17%, National Trails 22%
- December Financial Report to be presented by CFO
- District currently operates 295 yellow bus routes