The James and Grace Lee Boggs School

We present to you the James and Grace Lee Boggs School 8th Grade Class of 2026!
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Last but not least, we are featuring Elijah!

Elijah joined our school in kindergarten, and we are so glad his family chose us. He is not sure where he will be taking his creative spirit yet, but we are looking forward to his decision!

Good luck, Elijah!

Today we honor Irena!

Irena came to the Boggs School in second grade, and she brought joy and energy along with her! Irena will be joining the crew headed to Cass Tech next year.

Good luck, Irena!

Today we celebrate Antonyo!

Antonyo and his brother joined the future Ravens as 6th-grade Tiger Lilies, and they have become part of the family! He is also still investigating high schools, but any will be lucky to have him!

Good luck, Antonyo!

Today's honoree is Anthony! Anthony and his brother joined our school in the sixth grade, and we are so happy they and their family chose to join the crew for middle school!

Anthony has not chosen a high school yet, but he's on the hunt for the perfect fit! We can't wait to find out his next stop.

Good luck, Anthony!

Today we are celebrating Owen! Owen is a nine-year student, and he has grown beyond our wildest dreams. Check on us... We are not okay.

Owen is still considering schools, but whichever he chooses will be lucky indeed.

Good luck, Owen!

Our next honoree is Helen!

Helen is another(!) wonderful nine-year student, and we are proud that she will be taking her thirst for learning and achievement to the next level.
Helen will be attending Cass Tech next year.

Good luck, Helen!

Today we celebrate Nia-Rah! Nia is yet another nine-year student, and we are so lucky that she and her family chose us for all of those nine years!

Nia will be taking her talents and love of learning to Detroit School of Arts in the fall.

Good luck, Nia!

Today, we honor Aireona! Aireona is another nine-year student, and she is part of a BIG family crew that has made their home at our school. It is bittersweet to send her off!

Aireona will be attending University Prep Art & Design High School next year.

Good luck, Aireona!

Check out two of our brilliant Boggs kiddos spreading joy through poetry for our city!
InsideOut Literary Arts 💚💛

Detroit youth poets display their words on billboards in the city Detroit billboards display the musings of young poets through the work of nonprofit literary group called InsideOut Literary Arts on May 27, 2026.