Parent Information

Students may arrive as early as 7:30 a.m. Breakfast is served in the cafeteria until 7:55 a.m. Class begins at 8:00 a.m.

School ends at 3:20 p.m.    After-School ends at 5:20 p.m.

• When picking up students before the end of the school day, we encourage you to call ahead. Students are in class learning at this time. We therefore will not use the PA system, therefore, it may take longer to get your son to the office. 
• Students are dismissed to go home at 3:20 p.m. unless they participate in an After-School program. All After-School students must report to the Cafeteria and be picked up by their sponsor. Roaming around the school during this time is prohibited. After-School programs are dismissed at 5:20 p.m. unless otherwise notified by the instructor. Parents please note that we do not have a latchkey on site. All staff and students will leave on-time at the end of the work/school day.
• Communicate with staff in case of an emergency.

Mondays through Fridays, the academic day begins at 8:00 AM and ends at 3:20 PM 

1st Period	8:00 a.m.-8:55 a.m.
2nd Period	8:57 a.m.-9:52 a.m.
3rd Period	9:54 a.m.-10:49 a.m.
4th Period (Lunch)	10:51 a.m.-11:31 a.m.
5th Period	11:33 a.m.-12:28 p.m.
6th Period	12:30 p.m.-1:25 p.m.
7th Period	1:27 p.m.-2:22 p.m.
8th Period	2:25 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

Student Expectations

The first weeks of online learning will require patience and time for adjustments. Schoology will be new for everyone, classroom friends and small groups will be new, and establishing routines will be new. It’s ok for this to feel a little messy and require kids to build stamina for their online lessons. Making sure your child has brain breaks throughout the day will help them adjust to their new learning environment.

Below find some recommendations to support your child with online learning.

Be On Time	Create a Positive Learning Environment	Be an Active Participant	Be Respectful and Responsible
Follow the online time schedule based on what your teacher shares with you. Login a few minutes early in case you have any technical issues Stay online for the entire class unless your teacher directs you to do otherwise If a teacher directs you to do independent work, return when it is time.	Find a space that is free from distractions Wear appropriate clothing Make sure your devices are charged or plugged in before every class. Have all the supplies you need on-hand before your class begins Leave cell phones in another room to avoid being districted Eat meals and snacks before or after a class.	Given your full attention during class. Participate in any whole-class discussions or breakout discussion Keep your video on during the class period unless directed to turn it off by a teacher. Be on mute unless directed to unmute by a teacher Online use the chat feature to pose relevant questions to the class or teacher or to participate as your teacher has directed you.	Be mindful of your space and what is displayed in the background. Be respectful of others especially in breakout rooms. Use appropriate language Turn in all work on time. Reach out to teachers or other school staff if you need assistance.

Set up your Learning Environment

While you prepare for the first day of school, it is important to establish a consistent learning space for your child. Whether you’re borrowing a device from the District, have a Connected Futures device, or have one of your own, it won’t be the only tool your child will need to complete their work. It is important for students to have a place where they can focus on their studies consistently. Here are some ideas that can help you guide your student's workspace:

• Set up a quiet, dedicated workspace that can be used consistently and is free of distractions

• Have school supplies on hand, and work to create a daily routine to help keep your child focused on learning.

• Establish a place to store the resources to stay organized

What You'll Need

• Learning Device
  The District's K-12 students who were enrolled as of February 2020, can use their Connected Futures devices, which come with six months of mobile internet access.  The District will also provide loaner devices at the start of the school year for students who are not eligible for the Connected Futures initiative.  This includes pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and newly enrolled students.  For more information about picking up your child's instructional materials, visit their school website, or call 313-240-4377.
   
• Internet Access
  Parents who chose online learning for their students will need access to the internet for learning. If your child does not have a Connected Futures device, and you require financial assistance to purchase access, we encourage you to visit the Department of Education's page about programs to support low-income families.
   
• Daily Schedules
  The best way for families to access their student's classes each day are on Teams. Teachers schedule recurring meetings that make it easy for students to simply click "Join" from their calendar when it is time to get started. Parents who wish to download and print their student’s general class schedule and teacher assignments may also do so by logging into the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
   
• Learning Materials
  Schools will provide physical materials including textbooks, novels, workbooks to online students during their first week of school.  Picking up materials will require wearing masks and social distancing. You will receive details via email, text, and robocalls from your child’s school regarding the schedule for pickup, but may also check your child's school website for up-to-the-minute information. Only materials that are needed to support online platforms will be issued. Each quarter, any needed materials will be given to families based on their decision to do online or in-person instruction. Families will also receive a letter that indicates which materials may be kept and which materials must be returned to the school.

PowerSchool Parent Portal

The PowerSchool parent portal provides parents with direct access to student data via the Internet. Using a confidential ID number and password provided by their child's school, parents can create their own PowerSchool account using a web browser or the PowerSchool app and view their child’s data, such as progress reports, attendance records, report cards, transcripts and more. During account creation, parents can create their own unique username and password. The credentials listed on the form from the school will link the student to their parent's account.

To log on to ParentPortal

1. Open the URL: http://detroitk12.powerschool.com/public

2. Enter Username and Password, click “Log In”

The first time you login to the PowerSchool app for your phone or tablet, you will be asked to enter the District's unique four digit code: PSNW

If you have not been issued a Username or Password, or are facing challenges with your password, please contact your school for the required login information.

The dress code is essential for students who are enrolled at Frederick Douglass Academy for Young Men.  The dress code ensures that the young men at Douglass adhere to the same standard of dress and also ensures their safety and security while in school.  Below is a list of items that are considered the official Douglass uniform.

Our school requires a uniform.  

Our School Colors

Orange, Green 

Slacks and Pants

* Color: All slacks and pants must be a solid color: Khaki, navy blue, or black.

* Style: Slacks and pants can be pleated or flat front, full length and appropriately fastened at the waist.

* Material: Cotton, canvas, corduroy, linen, polyester, wool or fabric blends.

* Belts:  If the garment has belt loops a belt should be worn at all times

* Ties

Shirts

* Shirts must have buttoned down or straight collars. Turtlenecks and polo styles are permitted. At the school’s discretion shirts must be worn tucked inside pants or slacks.

* Color: White (All students shall wear approved colors required by the school)

* Style: Long and short sleeves with a collar required. Turtlenecks and polo styles permitted.

* Logos: Manufacturer trademarks, if any, must be one inch or less. DPSCD school logos are permitted and are not limited in size.

Jackets, Cardigans, and Sweaters

* Color: Should match an accepted uniform color.

* Style: All must be worn over a collared shirt, turtleneck, or polo-style top.

* Hooded Jacket: Hoods are not to be worn (on the head) during the school day

Footwear

* Style: Athletic shoes, laced shoes and/or other shoe boots, loafers, dress shoes, or other closed-toed (Black).

* Mules are inappropriate.