Detroit Leadership Academy High School

Dear Detroit Leadership Academy Families:

The DLA High School campus is undergoing a much deserved roof replacement in 3 phases. Out of an abundance of caution for
student and staff safety while this project takes place, the campus will be closed during phase 1 and phase 2 construction (phase 3
will happen at a later date and time). As a result, all students and staff will have virtual learning Friday, March 25th and Monday,
April 4th through Friday, April 8th, 2022.

Please look for communication from the school or refer to the DLA website for details about virtual instruction during that time.

A few friendly reminders:

• All DLA students and staff are on Spring Break the week of March 28th-April 1st we encourage all students to use the Covid-19 antigen test that was sent home before returning in-person on April 11th
• PSAT and SAT begin April 13th
• Quarter 3 ends on Friday, April 14th

Thank you.

Happy International Women’s Day to all our female leaders making a difference every day.

This includes our very own Principal Michille Roper-Few. Principal Few is the heart and soul of DLA HS and has been with the Academy since it opened its doors. Principal Few is a fierce advocate for the students and staff at DLA and will stop at nothing to see potential reached! Principal Few knows how to motivate her team and lead them. She knows that anything is possible and works to make sure her students know no limits.

What do you love about Principal Few?

Black history is being made everyday. From Kamala Harris to Beyoncé, Barack Obama to Amanda Gorman, Misty Copeland to Spike Lee. Black leaders are shaping their field, forging new paths, and changing our trajectory.

What imprint will you make on the world?

https://theundefeated.com/features/the-undefeated-44-most-influential-black-americans-in-history/

Last week our Cougars participated in DLA's College Access Fair, with 15+ two-year, four-year, technical, and service organizations showing up for our students! HUGE shoutout to the COUGARS TO COLLEGE team for making this possible! ❤️🖤

Congratulations to DLA Senior Demetri Glenns, who has officially signed his NCAA letter of intent to attend and play football for Lawrence Technical Institute! We're proud of you, Demetri! ❤️🖤

Our Seniors are working on WRITING FOR SOCIAL CHANGE; in this project they had to ask a research question, find statistics, cite their source, and include a call to action. Check out these four social media post assignments by our Cougars!

Cougar STUDENTS AND PARENTS...we need YOUR FEEDBACK! How are we doing In creating a COLLEGE-GOING culture at DLA High School? 🎓

Tell us here in this quick survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DCAN

Dear DLA High School Class of 2022 Families:

Please join us tonight, Thursday February 17, 2022 on Zoom for our Virtual FAFSA Help Night with Mr. Miller from 5:00-6:00 pm.

Where: https://zoom.us/j/92638799878?pwd=US9QVjZZekpPVXBsdHpvaW9PWTMyZz09

Passcode: College

Dear Detroit Leadership Academy Families:

The Metro Detroit area is expecting a rain-ice-snow event, between Thursday and Friday, this week that could make travel to and from school dangerous for our staff and students. Additionally, there are some construction projects planned for these dates that could interrupt the quality of in-person instruction at both buildings. Due to these factors, students at the K-8 and HS campuses will attend school VIRTUALLY on Thursday, February 17 and Friday, February 18, 2022.

As a reminder, students have Winter Break from Monday, February 21st through Friday, February 25th. We look forward to speaking with our Cougar families next Wednesday, February 23rd for Quarter 2 Family Conferences (sign-up link is on the K-8 and HS website as well as posted to PowerSchool and sent via email). In-person learning at DLA will resume on Monday, February 28th.

Thank you.
Principal Few

DLA HS Virtual Family Conferences - February 2022

***FAMILY CONFERENCES are NEXT WEEK!***
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
10:30-6:00PM / VIRTUALLY

Sign-up for a meeting today!

DLA HS Virtual Family Conferences - February 2022 DLA HS Virtual Family Conferences are on Wednesday, 2/23/2022 for Grades 9-12 from 10:30 am - 6:00 pm. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up for your Family Conference meeting with your scholar(s)'s teachers. At the time of your scheduled meeting, click the Zoom....

Our friends at the Detroit Institute of Arts have planned a month of activities, exhibits and events to celebrate Black History Month. Check out their schedule and sign up for some exciting opportunities right here in Detroit.

Celebrate Black History Month at the DIA with free online and in-person programs for people of all ages, including live music, films, art talks and art-making!

For more information on events happening throughout the month, visit: https://www.dia.org/blackhistorymonth

Good afternoon Families and Staff,
Due to the continued hazardous road conditions, we will have another Snow Day tomorrow.

Have a safe extended weekend and we will see everyone back on Monday morning, 2/7/22!

Good afternoon families,

Out of an overabundance of caution, we are cancelling all instruction for students and staff on Wednesday, February 2nd and Thursday, February 3rd. Our goal is to resume in-person instruction on Friday, February 4th, weather permitting.

Stay safe and we hope to see you on Friday!

See you tomorrow, Cougars!! Class starts at 8:15 IN-PERSON! ❤️🖤

Remember to bring your Chromebook, charger, and mask!

Semester 2 starts MONDAY, January 31st ---> *IN-PERSON!*
We can't wait to see our Cougars on campus, we miss you!

Read below for everything coming up in the month of February

Looking for at home Covid-19 tests? Follow this link to order your FREE test kits. Each household is eligible for 4 FREE rapid test kids issued through the USPS. Please register online to receive your kits.

https://special.usps.com/testkits?fbclid=IwAR1izItYn0uWjHx_Fm9nl0RuEJwuXxhL4XvADEBHnfBe5whFGb6jIJhpDUM

Many local organizations are hosting virtual and in-person events on Monday, January 17th to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Check out a few of those, below...where will YOU be?

Looking for an opportunity to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr?

GET KNOWLEDGE:
The Detroit Regional Chamber names 11 events happening in the Detroit Region to learn and celebrate Dr. King's life and legacy, including those at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Henry Ford Museum, Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives - University of Michigan, UM Detroit Center, Detroit Institute of Arts, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Task Force of Southfield, Michigan and several more!

GET TO WORK:
The Michigan Community Service Commission is supporting 27 different service projects! Support the building of healthy neighborhoods.

ATTENTION DLA FAMILIES:

Beginning tomorrow, Friday, January 7th, all DLA students will switch to virtual instruction. Please check your email for information from Principal Few and visit the DLA website (www.detroitleadership.org) for information on instruction, technology, food services and additional support for you and your family.

Happy New Year! We cannot wait to welcome our Cougars back on January 4th. A new year means a new chance to SHOW UP for yourself, your community and your future.

Thanks to the generosity of DLA Teacher Ms. Rathje’s church, University Lutheran Chapel-Ann Arbor we were able to give seven families coats, personal items, and several gift cards from Meijer and other stores for the holiday season. In addition, Variety Foods also donated two food boxes which were given two additional DLA Families. The families were most grateful and we are thankful to Ms. Kristin Kolb Rathje who always goes above and beyond to get donations for our students and families in need at DLA High School.

Wishing the entire DLA community a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year!

DLA HS Families: Please see the upcoming events for January 2022!

DLA HS Families: Our phones are currently down due to a DTE issue in our area. If you need to reach our office, please call (313) 241-6282. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Our hearts go out to the families, students, and community of Oxford High School. Every school should be a safe haven for all who enter their hallways. 💙💛❤️🖤

REMINDER:
Virtual Learning on Friday, December 3rd

Students follow full day schedule on Zoom!
Find schedules and Zoom links here:

https://sites.google.com/detroitleadership.org/hsstudents/home

School will be held VIRTUALLY on these Fridays:
- December 3
- December 10
- December 17

A family letter about this change was sent on November 22
Visit the HS Campus page for more details:
https://sites.google.com/detroitleadership.org/hsstudents/home

High School Students

FAMILIES: School is being held VIRTUALLY on Friday, November 19th.

Find your child's class schedule and Zoom links at the website below (must be logged In to student's student.detroitleadership.org email account to view).

Please call the school if you need help accessing your child's classes tomorrow: 313.769.2015

High School Students Cougar Families:

DLA HS Family Conferences - November 2021

It's time for Quarter 1 Family Conferences! See details below.

Option 1:
Wednesday, November 17th - 2:30-6PM
In-Person
No appointment required!

Option 2:
Thursday, November 18th - 5:30-7:30PM
Virtual Only
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4aaea728a3fdc70-dlahsfamily1

DLA HS Family Conferences - November 2021 DLA HS Virtual Family Conferences are on Thursday, 11/18/2021 for Grades 9-12 from 5:30-7:30 pm. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up for your Family Conference meeting with your scholar(s)'s teachers. At the time of your scheduled meeting, click the Zoom link n...

DLA Students and Families: Please see the directions below to sign up for our PowerSchool Messenger service so you can receive important school updates via text message. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.