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NEWSLETTER
February 2016 || || ||
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2. As you scroll through the newsletter, if you see a hyperlink, or a hand pointer appears, please "click" on that link and it will take you to more information, an additional document, or website. || || || || // I. Current Contact Information for 9th Floor Fisher, Office of Curriculum. Please click here. // // Office of Curriculum Main Line: 313-873-1951 //
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// II. Migration of the Secure Central Registry into the Michigan Online Educator Certification System // **The link below contains vital information necessary to maintain access to State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECHs)** **__after December 7, 2015__****.** The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) has heard your feedback and is in the process of creating one system in which educators can maintain and track all of their professional development records for certificate renewal and progression, including District Provided Professional Development (DPPD), college credits, and SCECHs.

__http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/SCR_Converstion_to_MOECS_Eblast__-_November_19_2015_506376_7.pdf__

III. Redesigned SAT alignment to Michigan Standards

IV. **M-STEP Reminders:** Testing begins April 11, 2016 (see link below for details about each test) Grades 3-8: ELA and Mathematics Grades 4 & 7: Science Grades 5 & 8: Social Studies Grade 11: SAT College Entrance Exam, which includes the ELA and Mathematics components; the ACT WorkKeys, and the M-STEP science and social studies

Click here for the details

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Alvin Ward, Deputy Executive Director alvin.ward@detroitk12.org Phone: 313-870-3782 Fax: 313-873-3293 **DPSPL Boys Basketball Semi-Finals 2/12/16 @ Cass Tech** **Renaissance 65, King 44**
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 * East English 71, DCP @ NWHS 70**
 * Click here to see Boys Playoff Brackets **

**DPSPL Boys and Girls Basketball Championship Games** **Next Friday** DPSPL Boys Basketball Championship Game: Friday, February 19, 2016 @ UD Mercy 7:00pm Renaissance vs. East English Village DPSPL Girls Basketball Championship Game: Friday, February 19, 2016 @ UD Mercy 5:00pm Renaissance vs. King Click here to see Girls Basketball Playoff Brackets

Alvin Clemons- Indiana State University Brandon Webb- University of Findlay Demetric Vance Jr- Michigan State University Donnell Alexander- Saginaw Valley State University Edrick Mathews- University of Toledo Marcel Paul- University of Cincinnati Michael Onwenu- University of Michigan Ostell Martin- Morgan State University Taeshon Trotter- Ohio University Timothy Walton Jr.- Syracuse University Zoey Oatis- University of Detroit Mercy
 * February 3, 2016: National Signing Day**
 * 46 DPS Scholar-Athletes signed** **Cass Technical High School (11):**

Rodney Graves- Western Michigan University Michael Drayton – Siena Heights University
 * Cody High School (2):**

Andrew DeMoss- Missouri Baptist University Cedrick Lattimore- University of Iowa Chauncey Golsten- University of Iowa James Ceasar- Southern Illinois University Lindrell Mitchell- Ferris State University Nathaniel Boleware- Ferris State University Devin Waldon – Central State University
 * East English Village Preparatory High School (7):**

Keonte’ Lott- Georgia Prep Sports Academy Dionte Stewart- Monterey Peninsula College
 * Henry Ford High School (2):**

Armani Posey- Bowling Green State University Donnie Corley – Michigan State Unversity DontRe Boyd- Western Michigan University Dylan Swanson- Urbana University Jaquan Boyd- Kalamazoo College Jeremiah Fuller- Urbana University Ogheneochuko (Jordan) Ighofose- Davenport University LaVert Hill- University of Michigan Lawrence Bryant- Walsh University Leon Page- Central Michigan University Martell Pettaway- West Virginia University
 * Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School (11):**

Ahmad Mitchell- Alabama A&M University Carlton Bowens- Alabama A&M University Corrin Jones- Siena Heights University Elliot Riddle- Tennessee State University Teeondre Harvey- Central Michigan University
 * Mumford High School (5):**

Alante Thomas- Saginaw Valley State University Alaric Jackson- Iowa University DeJuan Reeler- Central State University Mark Wilson- Grand Valley State University
 * Renaissance High School (4):**

Christian Myles- Olivet College Isaac Tarrant- Olivet College Kareem Ray- Olivet College Jaye Patrick- Siena Heights University
 * Western International High School (4):**


 * TOTAL**: **46 Scholar-Athletes** || || ||



Point of Contact: Alycia Meriweather, Executive Director, Office of Curriculum alycia.meriweather@detroitk12.org 313-873-7553
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**WIDA Access testing window opened Monday, February 8, 2016** **REMINDER: All schools must have an Office of Civil Rights (OCR) Binder in main office. Click here for Memo, and details. **

Please complete this Translation/Interpretation Form and submit to translation.request@detroitk12.org
 * Translation/Interpretation Requests?**

These materials can not be easily located by utilizing the "Translations" tab on the DPS HUB. || || ||



Willie McAllister, Director willie.mcallister@detroitk12.org 313-873-7706 **Highlights from the Office of Fine Arts** # **Friday, Feb. 5th Opening round of the Michigan School Vocal Music Solo and Ensemble District Festival (State Qualifier) held at West Minister Church from 3:30 – 9:00 pm (DPS Vocal Programs and District 15 schools)**
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 * 1) **Sat. Feb. 6th MSVMA Closing round of the District Solo and Ensemble Festival 8:00 am – 6:00 pm**
 * 2) **Tuesday, Feb 9th final rehearsal with the All City Jazz Combo in preparation for their performance in the Detroit Legacy Ball event**
 * 3) **Wednesday, Feb. 10th Guest conduct the Duke Ellington concert band in preparation for the District Band and Orchestra Festival (State Qualifier)**
 * 4) **Thursday, Feb. 11th guest conduct the Renaissance HS Symphony Orchestra in preparation for the District Band and Orchestra Festival (State Qualifier)**
 * 5) **Friday, Feb. 12th All City Jazz Combo performance at the Roostertail for the Detroit Legacy Ball from 5:30 – 7:30 pm**

**2016 Southeastern Michigan Region of the Scholastic Art Award DPS Winners**

** Gold Key Art Porfolio Winners ** Matthew Lewis Cass Tech Teacher: Natalie Barmore

Best In Category Recognition-Middle School Awards Kameela Carr (Jewelry) Ludington Teacher: Beverly Watson

Georgina Morales (Sculpture) Academy of the Americas Teacher: Kendra Lincourt

**Academy of the Americas: Teacher Kendra Lincourt** Georgina Morales Gold Key Sculpture Isabella Servin Honorable Mention Sculpture Bates Academy: Illya Tolbert Charles Hickman Silver Key Painting Charles Hickman Silver Key Drawing Charles Hickman Silver Key Painting

**Cass Tech:Teachers Natalie Barmore, Mindy Mitchell** Asia Bonney Silver Key Fashion Halima Haque Silver Key Jewelry Matthew Lewis Gold Key Drawing Matthew Lewis Gold Key Painting Matthew Lewis Gold Key Drawing Matthew Lewis Gold Key Drawing Matthew Lewis Gold Key Drawing Matthew Lewis Gold Key Drawing Matthew Lewis Silver Key Drawing Matthew Lewis Silver Key Drawing Matthew Lewis Silver Key Drawing Matthew Lewis Silver Key Drawing Matthew Lewis Honorable Mention Drawing Matthew Lewis Honorable Mention Drawing Matthew Lewis Honorable Mention Drawing Kandice Ollis Honorable Mention Fashion

Alyssa Richards Honorable Mention Ceramics & Glass De’Andre Simmons Gold Key Digital Art Ludington Magnet Middle School: teacher Beverly Watson Percilla Brown Silver Key Mixed Media Kamella Carr Gold Key Drawing Jenna Wilusz Honorable Mention Drawing
 * Detroit School of Arts: Teacher Sheryl Heading **

**Renaissance High School: Teacher Odette Duke-Holly** Nyjai Black Honorable Mention Photography Rae Evans Gold Key Photography Rae Evans Silver Key Photography Taylor Gaines Honorable Mention Photography Allyssa Harris Honorable Mention Photography Allyssa Harris Honorable Mention Photography Allyssa Harris Honorable Mention Photography Jailyn Hicks Silver Key Photography Jailyn Hicks Honorable Mention Photography Graham Polk Silver Key Photography Robin Ryce Silver Key Painting Deshawn Sorrell-Williams Honorable Mention Photography Monique Westley Gold Key Photography Lauryn Wheeler Silver Key Photography || || || || ||

Dr. Barbara K. Smith, Director barbara.smith03@detroitk12.org 313-873-7583
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**DPS Counselor honored at the White House!** **Cass Tech Counselor: Sylvia Sanders** http://detroitk12.org/content/2016/02/10/dps-counselor-sylvia-sanders-honored-as-outstanding-school-counselor-at-the- white - house /

**Wade McCree Scholars** || || ||



Dr. Arlene Richardson, Program Associate arlene.richardson@detroitk12.org 313-870-3632
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__**School Wellness Award**__ The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services will recognize schools making significant improvements to their school environments related to healthy eating, physical activity and tobacco-free lifestyles. __** Click here for flyer **__ The online application is available: http:///swa.mihealthtools.org __**Deadline: April 20, 2016**__

__**HEALTH PROFILE SURVEYS (62 SCHOOLS): Training on March 17, 2016 (4:30-6:30pm)**__ The Office of Health, Physical Education and Safety in collaboration with the Office of Research, Evaluation, Assessment and Accountability (Dr. Deborah Gross and Dr. Sybil St Clair), have received approval code 17114 for conducting the districts 2016 School Health Profiles Survey in-service training. The Detroit Public Schools is conducting the survey as part of a cooperative agreement, with the Center of Disease Control (CDC) which provides essential support for local school health education programming. * Click here to view the 62 participating schools. A stipend will be paid for representatives of each school attending the in-service training. Please register at solutionwhere.com/dps
 * Only the principal or representative, and the lead health teacher of each school are required to complete the survey.
 * The data collected will be reported only as district results. No data about individual schools, principals, or teachers will be reported.
 * Date: Thursday March 17, 2016**
 * Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.**
 * Location: Frederick Douglass High School Library**

Please contact Dr. Arlene Richardson, Health Education Program Associate; 313-870-3632 or via email: arlene.richardson@detroitk12.org, if additional information is needed. || || ||




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Dr. Deborah Winston, Deputy Executive Director deborah.winston02@detroitk12.org 313-873-7093

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Dr. Irene Norde, Deputy Executive Director irene.norde@detroitk12.org 313-873-6814
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4th Annual Mathematics Bee 2016 The 4th Annual Mathematics Bee 2016 will be held Saturday, April 30th, 2016 at the Detroit School of Arts High School. Grades 1 and 2 at 9:00 a.m. and Grades 3-5 at 12:00 p.m. *Contracts are due to the Office of Mathematics Education by Friday, January 15. The Contract indicates school participation in the Mathematics Bee. Contact Kimberly Peel if you need a contract. Fax contracts to 313-873-8588. *Schools should plan to have their School Bees during the weeks of March 1 through March 24th. *Submit 1st and 2nd place Winners’ names to Kimberly Peel in the Office of Mathematics Education by April 8, 2016. *If you have additional questions, please contact via email: Kimberly Peel, Mathematics Instructional Specialist at kimberly.peel@detroitk12.org or Audra Brannon, Mathematics Instructional Specialist at audra.brannon@detroitk12.org

Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching ** Do you know or are you an exemplary math or science teacher in **kindergarten through sixth grade**? Please consider nominating him/her/them for the PAEMST Awards. The Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching is the highest recognition a K-12 teacher can receive for outstanding science or mathematics teaching in the United States. Why apply? Recipients of the award receive the following: In addition to recognizing outstanding teaching in mathematics or science, the program provides teachers with an opportunity to build lasting partnerships with colleagues across the nation. This growing network of award-winning teachers serves as a vital resource for improving science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education and keeping America globally competitive. Awardees are recognized for their contributions to teaching and learning and their ability to help students make progress in mathematics and science. In addition to honoring individual achievement, the goal of the award program is to exemplify the highest standards of mathematics and science teaching. **Nominations will soon be accepted online (** **www.paemst.org**** ) for the 2016 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. ** || || ||
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 * A certificate signed by the President of the United States.
 * A paid trip for two to Washington, D.C., to attend a series of recognition events and professional development opportunities.
 * A $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation.



Col. George Pettigrew george.pettigrew@detroitk12.org 313-204-6266 || || ||
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Point of Contact: Alycia Meriweather, Executive Director, Office of Curriculum alycia.meriweather@detroitk12.org 313-873-7553 **__UPDATES__** 1. New Science Standards--approved November 11,2015! "Michigan Science Standards" AKA MiSS; testing on new standards not scheduled until 2020. Free Press article on the new Michigan Science Standards

PPT explaining the new Michigan Science Standards development

FAQ on the new Michigan Science Standards

2. DPS Hour of Code Week (December 7-13, 2015) was a success! 3. To learn more about how to get students interested in Computer Science, click here 4. **Salmon in the Classroom** @ Munger K-8 (Ms. Hoyer's classroom)! The fry have hatched! || || ||



Point of Contact: Alycia Meriweather, Executive Director, Office of Curriculum alycia.meriweather@detroitk12.org 313-873-7553 __**Social Studies Updates**__ 1. New Michigan Social Studies standards delayed. Read Free Press article here. 2. GIS (Geographical Informational System) series continues. If you need more information, please contact marsha.lewis@detroitk12.org 3. PASSPORT to Africa: Where the African Diaspora Comes Alive! @ WCCCD Saturday, March 12, 2016 (11am-3pm). Click here for flyer. If you are interested in a bus to transport your students to this event, please contact peter-claver.unaegbu@detroitk12.org by Friday, February 12, 2016.
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__**Restorative Practices Updates**__ Representatives from the Cody and King football teams held a Restorative Circle to bring closure to the conflict that occurred on the field at the end of the football season. According to the facilitators, the session was a success, with students and coaches expressing sincere apologies and a desire to move forward, and learn from the experience.
 * 1. Cody/King Restorative Practices Circle**

Restorative Practices is in its 2nd year of implementation in DPS. To date, we have trained over 60% of staff in Modules 1 and 2 which are required for all staff. Please make sure that your staff have received training in the following 2 modules:
 * 2. RP Mandatory Training for all staff**

This course provides the theory behind the practice.
 * __COURSE 1:INTRODUCTION TO RESTORATIVE PRACTICES__**

This course provides a hands-on approach of using affective statements, affective questions, and circles. Upcoming training is posted on solutionwhere.com/dps If you need specific training, please contact the Restorative Practices team at 313-873-6198. || || ||
 * __COURSE 2: USING CIRCLES IN SCHOOLS__**



Viviana Bonafede, Supervisor viviana.murieldebonafede@detroitk12.org 313-873-7659  When considering World Language instruction, please refer to the following Core Practices for Effective Language Teaching: || ||
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