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“R U an Innovator?” competition winners
The students of Drew Transition Center hosted a fundraising event titled “R U an Innovator” at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History on Saturday, November 3, 2012. Recently announced, the three DPS students that were named finalists of the Developing a Mobile Phone App challenge, won second-place for their app title “Top Athlete” and received $750. The three students were as followed: Deante White- East English Village Preparatory Academy Damione Stafford-Crossland- Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School Carlton Mitchell- Drew Transition Center In addition, these three students will be competing in the International Sage Business Competition, which will be held at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio May 22-24. “R U Ready 4 BIZness” will be coaching these young men for the … Continue reading
King students participate at the FRC Robotics Competition
Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School students, shined like stars at the FRC Robotics Competition that took place at Troy Athens High School Friday, March 29. The students put their technology skills to good use as the Crushing Crusaders’ Robot #3398 held its own against the other school participants!
King students Go Red for the women’s campaign against heart disease
For the month of February, Dr. Deborah Jenkins, principal of Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School, allowed members of the school’s BPA (Business Professionals of America) to “Go Red” for the women’s campaign against heart disease. According to research, heart disease is the number one killer amongst women, and the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement, advocates for more research and swifter action toward women’s heart health. The BPA members decorated the school by designing custom-made Go Red themed paper dresses and large paper red ties for the male supporters. King students were allowed to wear red tops for National Wear Red Day which was Friday, February 1. In addition to promoting the Go Red Campaign throughout … Continue reading
DPS poetry winners
DPS held a poetry contest that was sponsored by the Detroit Native Sun Newspaper Group LLC, DPS Interim Superintendent Dr. John Telford, and Team for Justice. The first place winner received $100, runner-up $50 and third place $20. Along with their awards, the winners were invited to read their poems on The John Telford Show on WCHB NewsTalk1200, along with two honorable mention poets. The winners were announced January 30 and went as followed: First place: Rachel Banks, Detroit School of Arts, for her poem “In the Dark” Runner-Up: LeQuin Robinson, Cody Academy of Public Leadership, for his poem “So-Called Miranda Rights” Third place: Cassandra Coleman, Finney High School, for her poem “The Girl from Your Dream” Third place: Keith Cole-Wofford, Martin Luther … Continue reading
King Student Dontae Addison Shares Why He’s “In” to DPS!
Need a reminder of why you’re “In” to DPS? Check out Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School student Dontae Addison’s “I’m In” video! As part of a month-long enrollment and school readiness campaign, Detroit Public Schools hosted an “I’m In” Student Video Contest in August where all DPS students were invited to create a unique video detailing why they’re “In” to DPS in 90 seconds or less. The contest aimed to promote DPS Pride and showcase creative, original videos produced by students. Addison, a sophomore, was surprised in his classroom on September 24 with the grand prize: Beats™ by Dr. Dre™ Studio High-Definition Headphones, donated by Office Depot.
Fidelity Investments® surprises King High School students with $20,000 in new musical instruments
Students at Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School received a big surprise during a special music assembly on Wednesday, January 23, to help expand their music program, courtesy of Fidelity Investments’® Detroit Investor Center and the company’s ongoing efforts to support arts education in public schools. Following a performance by the school band and orchestra, a group from Fidelity® surprised the music students by unveiling a donation of 11 brand new instruments and additional equipment. The new instruments include: 5 pairs of marching cymbals 3 flutes 1 xylophone 2 trombones The donation, collectively valued at approximately $20,000, is being made as part of Fidelity’s ongoing efforts to support public school music programs, and encourage the musical interests and talents … Continue reading
King High’s Antania Hayes named PSL Proud Strong Learner of the Week
King High’s Antania Hayes averages 15 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists per game for the Lady Crusaders as the glue that holds everything together. “We’ve had four or five girls out with injuries, three of them starters, but with Antania on the floor, we’ve been able to keep rolling,’’ Coach William Winfield said of Hayes, the Detroit Public School League Proud Strong Learner of the Week. “When she’s out there, regardless of who the other four kids are, we know she’s going to get the job done. She ignites the whole team with her rebounding and pushing the ball up the floor.” Hayes, a 6-1 senior point guard, takes pride in being the No. 1 player for the state’s … Continue reading
Eastern High School Alumni Association hosts Dedication Ceremony at Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School
A wing of MLK High School has been named in honor of Eastern High School To ensure its alma mater will never be forgotten, the Eastern High School Alumni Association held a once-in-a-lifetime dedication ceremony to name a wing of Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School for Eastern High School on Saturday, November 10 at 10:30 a.m. To view photos from the event, visit the Official Detroit Public Schools Facebook Fan Page or click here: Eastern H.S. Dedication Ceremony Album During the historical dedication celebration, the King High School Band and Dancers performed before a crowd of more than 200 alumni. Display cases were arranged throughout the wing showcasing memorabilia related to Eastern High School. Donations of Eastern memorabilia are also being … Continue reading
King High School DECA Club Rallies for Breast Cancer Awareness!
The students and staff of King High School were decked out in pink for a full week in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 15-19, 2012. A formal program was held on Tuesday, October 16 where breast cancer survivors, as well as women currently fighting the disease, were invited to speak to students and spread a positive message on the importance of Breast Cancer Awareness. A representative from Karmanos Cancer Institute attended the event fully planned by the DECA Club at King High School under the leadership of Teacher Felicia Jones. DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) is an international student association preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and … Continue reading
Celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School Jazz and Marching Band returns from performance at London Olympics
The Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School Jazz and Marching Band showcased its talent and put a spotlight on DPS on a worldwide stage before crowds at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. The 50-member band raised funds to make the trip a reality. “Band is about much more than 50 students playing in unison,” said band director Victoria Miller. “It’s about teaching the students to have hope, dream big and set goals.” Miller has been the band director for 37 years and said her students who went to the 2008 Olympics in Beijing have gone on to thrive in college, some of them earning scholarships.
