Tag: detroit schools

Wondering, 'Should I send my child to a charter school?' For parents considering this option, here are some basic facts about charter schools in Michigan.

Forget Detroit's reputation as a food desert. These local groups and programs are connecting kids with healthy food and habits to last a lifetime.

Spark your preschool child's natural love of science with some fun age-appropriate activities, fantastic books and even a recipe for elephant toothpaste!

Preschool kids are growing at a quick rate. Healthy food intake is important. Two Detroit teachers offer advice on portions, food groups, snacks and more.

This crucial grade is the foundation of elementary learning. Here are some tips and insights for picking your child's school and why it's so important.

Whether you're searching for a new school for your child or want to see how their current school measures up, check out these school rating systems.

Two Detroit schools gym teachers offer easy, affordable activities and tips for keeping children, K-8 and even into high school, moving and active.

A letter from Kristen McDonald, the vice president of program and policy at the Skillman Foundation.

The Mackinac Center for Public Policy listed two DPS schools and two DPS-authorized charters in the top 10. Plus, eight more city schools made the group's top 100.

Dan Varner, CEO of nonprofit Excellent Schools Detroit, combines his passion for Detroit, education and helping kids in his single-minded mission.

This nonprofit organization just released an unprecedented letter-grade evaluation of more than 200 city schools for 2013, grading them on a variety of factors.

Excellent Schools Detroit released a list of the city's top 20 and bottom eight elementary and middle schools in an effort to help parents and students find quality education.