“Why I’m Thankful For My Charter School” contest! Help our school win $1,200 by entering the “Why I’m Thankful For My Charter School” contest! The more entries, the better the chance we have of winning. Please visit bit.ly/Thankful4MICharters by November 28th and in 2-5 sentences explain why you are thankful for our school! When you enter, you will be entered to win a $100 gift card!
Mark Your Calendars MARK YOUR CALENDARS!The Canned Food Drive continues this week until Friday, 11/18MLK HS will be visiting 8th graders on Tuesday, November 15 @ 10amThe trimester ends this Friday, November 18. No late assignments will be accepted after that date.
No School on November 8! DEA will be closed on Tuesday, November 8 for Staff Professional Development. Students should return at the regular time on Wednesday.
DEA Students VOTE too! You may have to be 18 to vote in the US Election on November 8, but DEA students got the opportunity to better understand the voting process by holding a mock election!
DEA Anti-Bully March and Rally David Ellis Academy held an Anti-Bully March for students in grades 1-8 on Friday October 21st.Guest speaker, Mr. David Woods from Successful Brothers of Youth led the student rally. A poem was read by an 8th grade students related to the topic of saying no to bullying. Then, the Anti-Bully March was led by DEA Drummers and Majorettes.
CALLING ALL MEN OF DAVID ELLIS ACADEMY! NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN-UPTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2016 starting at 8:15AMWe would like to provide a safe and clean passage to and from school for our children. Please come out and support. We will be cleaning the block of the school and the park.
Leader In Me Update for October is Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind Habit 2 — Begin with the End in MindHave a PlanI plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and make a difference. I am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my school’s mission and vision. I look for ways to be a good citizen.
News and Updates - September 14, 2016 Friday, Sept. 23, 20164th Friday – students may wear DEA T-shirt, jeans & gym shoes.Friday, Sept. 30, 2016Staff Professional Development day. ½ day of school for students. Dismissal @ 11:15 a.m.Monday, October 3, 2016David Ellis Day. ½ day of school for staff/students. Dismissal @ 11:15 a.m.Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016STUDENT COUNT DAY. 100% students in attendance requested.Staff/Students may wear their DEA shirt, jeans & gym shoes.Friday, Oct. 7, 2016Anti Bullying Rally and March. DEA Detroit, DEAW, Beech Elementary &Redford Service Learning Academy @ 1:15 p.m. David Ellis Academy is a Peanut/Nut Free School.Enrollment/Application ProcessWe’re currently accepting applications for immediate enrollment consideration.Applications may be submitted online by visiting our website at:www.dea-detroit.com
Updates and Reminders School begins Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at 7:50 a.m.Students are expected to report in complete uniform.Curriculum/Title 1 Parent NightWednesday, September 14, 2016 from 4:15-6:00 p.m.Breakfast/Hot lunch service begins Monday, September 12, 2016.Students should bring a brown bag lunch. No glass containers permitted.David Ellis Academy is a Peanut/Nut Free School.Enrollment/Application ProcessWe’re currently accepting applications for immediate enrollment consideration.Applications may be submitted in person or by visiting our website at:www.dea-detroit.com
