Detroit Public Schools Invests $4.5 Million in School Supplies, Expands Attendance Programs
Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti announced the district is investing an additional $4.5 million in school supplies for all students and teachers, ensuring no one has to purchase them. He also discussed strategies to combat…
Detroit, MI, August 24, 2026 —
Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) is allocating an additional $4.5 million to provide school supplies for all students and teachers, Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti announced. This investment aims to eliminate the need for families and educators to purchase essential learning materials.
In addition to the supply initiative, Dr. Vitti highlighted ongoing efforts to address chronic absenteeism. The district has reported a 10-percentage-point decrease in chronic absenteeism since Dr. Vitti assumed his role. Key strategies contributing to this reduction include the ‘Free Yellow Bus Service’ pilot program and the ‘Ride to Rise’ initiative.
Further bolstering the district’s focus on student presence, the ‘Perfect Attendance Pays’ program is set to expand. Starting after the winter break, the program will include middle school students, in addition to its current participants.
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