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Why it matters: district officials said administrators receive immediate alerts when detectors trigger, which helps staff address on-site vaping incidents more quickly and connect students to prevention and support services.

The superintendent credited the district’s vape cessation committee — which includes staff, students and community partners — with guiding the pilot. Trustees were told the detectors proved effective at Dearborn High, and staff said they plan to extend the technology to remaining high schools and, budget permitting, consider middle-school deployment in the next school year.

Administrators emphasized prevention and student supports in tandem with the technology. Staff noted the district collaborates with partners such as local health services and school-based support staff (including social workers) to provide counseling and referrals. The district cited national prevalence estimates during the discussion: roughly 8% of high school students and 3% of middle-school students use vaping devices, figures staff described as national averages.

Board members asked about costs and implementation timelines; staff said they will proceed as equipment budgets and operating funds permit and will coordinate installation in a phased approach. Trustees did not record a formal vote count in the meeting transcript; staff said the board has approved the pilot and expansion approach.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","January 13, 2025, P 12 Board of Education Meeting. part 1","oneSentenceSummary","Officials said vape detectors piloted at Dearborn High have been effective and the board approved expansion to other high schools pending budgeting; district also emphasized prevention and support services for students.","taxTitle","Dearborn City School District, School Boards, Michigan","taxId",13583,"location","Michigan","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6380820,"District officials review state index scores; no schools received intervention designations",384,1967000,2351000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2129363-e44deabbe7052fc129e329b7fa05c1df&start=1967&end=2351","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2129363-e44deabbe7052fc129e329b7fa05c1df/thumbnail_1967000.jpg","/articles/6380820/Michigan/District-officials-review-state-index-scores-no-schools-received-intervention-designations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6380820-4d1c26cc4b82439d8568c36cbc507e9c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771045752&Signature=XBjJjPLw6iPMwRbyufLe5E2ZzhD2lh6260VlTMydpmM6CuuCnrrLG-94-r74FIeqjf3M5D2DfiG-xbZH40AeUFt8ZErdHpJ25~Id9GVDpE1knQtjQnvjsW9UfntvgHY-Ke~NPdsi8iZAxiqtGsPYeQXBBJxyVKvST209ycIh1Lum73uhCMqLe4Po9UHYH4Gxy-2V9uP5~~Nl5ApMR1IQL7bhHkMFoTJqo2TYRsosHtSPSfb2jzrsxbq9Gk3fBmptmgBRCqbGqzfoZ8dArRPmzqchMy5~uJFXESoI5hz907LLqDuIXucW1OtNj-l3u6bcutAEt~42wFOi5d6XieBb2Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District staff presented an overview of the Michigan school index (the state accountability system under ESSA), explained how component scores are calculated and told trustees Jan. 13 that Dearborn schools have generally improved on the index since it was implemented.

Why it matters: the index aggregates multiple measures — including student growth, proficiency, graduation rates, chronic absenteeism and English-learner progress — into an overall score between 1 and 100 for each school. Administrators said the district uses the index as part of school improvement planning and to compare schools with similar peers.

Director of assessment Dr. Patterson and accountability staff walked trustees through the history of federal and state accountability systems, noting that under ESSA the approach is multi-measure and growth-weighted rather than a 100% proficiency target used under No Child Left Behind. Staff told trustees that, on average, district schools are up about eight points on the index since the system began and that the district received no priority, focus or targeted-identification designations this year; all schools were reported as universal support (no state identification requiring intervention).

Administrators explained the timing of the data: most components reflect spring 2024 assessments and graduation and absenteeism figures from the prior year. Staff said the family dashboard and a district memo provided to trustees list each school’s component and overall index scores and that the data are publicly available through the state’s MiSchool Data portal.

Trustees asked how the index is used at the building level and how often schools integrate index information into school improvement planning. Staff said the index is updated annually and used as one input into ongoing school-improvement work; walkthroughs and classroom observations are separate tools used continuously through the year. Staff also explained that the student-growth component measures progress for grades 4–8 and 11 by comparing each student’s year-to-year growth against peers and against targets that indicate whether a student is on a trajectory toward proficiency.

What comes next: staff said principals present data-driven improvement plans to central office during regular data presentation cycles and that the index will remain a regular part of school-improvement planning.","Administrators explained the state accountability (index) system, noted an average district increase since implementation and said none of the district’s schools met state thresholds for targeted or comprehensive interventions.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6380824,"Dearborn trustees call for focus on pedestrian safety after student struck near Fordson High",0,2548000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2129363-e44deabbe7052fc129e329b7fa05c1df&start=2548&end=2548","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2129363-e44deabbe7052fc129e329b7fa05c1df/thumbnail_2548000.jpg","/articles/6380824/Michigan/Dearborn-trustees-call-for-focus-on-pedestrian-safety-after-student-struck-near-Fordson-High","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6380824-671fda6688e0284d74bdc5cc1758fe5a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771045752&Signature=gT5Advl6B~VUsV6131jvYK4chn-TZVzszpz9J5d2ZfsPEIhwrwjZRbahZ3AKHJ8oqFP1oqYmDjj-X8YADmbd9BktnYg7qwI~zKiRtxr92aQNlx0kbXSRY5Gg-m6zeRYJY5rfWjTKxyvsvFxs1XLwJdJoTAVWRurjSXpHZeEN1oTw~04dJHYUuPk3Jch77ip7As~7e~qOw0dfrCfZzz7H81MpccPQVK-eRuLDiWawUNxJRCgIjhAJcjpuUX-K~ITlfUppoF6uuERMlFAPZVT2sgUQDySTDoHZmp329n4cccFF25-G4~HmyCyFzAItbDs3l0ekJHS2nOI6URKgo6Gjiw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Board members and city officials discussed a vehicle-pedestrian crash involving a Fordson High School student during the Jan. 13 Dearborn City School District meeting, describing the student as in critical condition and urging coordinated steps to improve pedestrian safety near district schools.

The district said staff have provided support to the student’s family and connected them with school social workers and counselors. Mayor Abdullah Hammoud and Dearborn Police were cited as partners in follow-up work; the district said the driver has been charged and the matter is progressing through the legal system.

Why it matters: trustees described the incident as a tragedy and urged a comprehensive review of traffic and pedestrian safety near school campuses, noting that some crossings are on state or county roads and therefore require external coordination.

Superintendent Dr. Maleko asked for a moment of silence for the family and said the district would continue to provide support. Dr. Miller reported that the student was struck the day before the holidays and remains in critical condition; staff and trustees visited the family in hospital and offered counseling and other supports. Trustees said the student’s sister witnessed the collision.

Trustees and the mayor said traffic studies and prior safety reviews have been done for the corridor near Ford Road; trustees asked the city, police and county to coordinate improvements to crosswalks, signals and traffic calming. Chief Shaheen and the mayor were cited as working with the district; trustees noted some lighting and signal controls in the area are under state or county jurisdiction, which adds complexity.

Trustees described long-standing concerns about pedestrian safety at multiple city locations and urged renewed emphasis on prevention, driver education and enforcement. Trustee Berry described local leaders’ visits and ongoing communications with the family; Trustee Pantheska and Trustee Watts urged continued education for students and families about defensive pedestrian behavior and safe driving. Several trustees said driver education efforts and enforcement are part of the response, but that infrastructure changes will require cross-jurisdictional collaboration.

What comes next: trustees urged that student safety be elevated as a standalone agenda item for future meetings and asked staff to continue coordinating with city public safety officials on short-term and longer-term interventions.","Board members and city officials discussed a severe vehicle-pedestrian crash near Fordson, offered support for the student and family and urged cross-agency action on traffic safety and pedestrian infrastructure.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6380829,"Dearborn schools revisit facilities bond planning, seek public engagement and vendors for historical review",1181,568000,1749000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2129363-e44deabbe7052fc129e329b7fa05c1df&start=568&end=1749","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2129363-e44deabbe7052fc129e329b7fa05c1df/thumbnail_568000.jpg","/articles/6380829/Michigan/Dearborn-schools-revisit-facilities-bond-planning-seek-public-engagement-and-vendors-for-historical-review","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6380829-a63e337538a6a9bf2c4d4a64580145f1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771045752&Signature=OciorZQn05o3cIlah4~RxbQ77xKaYHpgmGK3EmgdLtx9qbh9NhAUMy9TpDjB7whLZDGg7AeSR48Ybw-ttVUCmgd5FdpX7U~N-hvMObvTl1t3u~64SBNnmvkPRRa2xwJTfn51RWyNrsTtrKpylrLFVVLXe6Em71ipk7-KM0CMp16q5brv3rnozmjQ8BiBTu60UIdRLA1rqLj3xPyXpPAaKfPzRZufGVDX-eA4pohTOKzwMdZnMiCuOmiooPt5fNkRBF8yhZyXlOJyfqSEROOUDerJqZV9nAeaPVggUOtavWQbjWDFyFVBBPjWOXaMnrr8uelL-yvBr9YkPp3ly8053A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","President Justin Mozamb and district staff outlined plans Jan. 13 to restart a community-led, data-driven process toward a potential facilities bond that could appear on a local ballot as soon as November or on a broader ballot next year.

The board was presented background from a long-range facilities needs assessment, engagement work by a citizen VIP committee and Fielding International, the firm hired in fall 2022 that presented findings in May 2023. District staff said they have already invested in building improvements and will now seek outside vendors for community engagement and historical assessment to inform a prospective bond package.

Why it matters: the district said its buildings are aging, community priorities include safety and security and preserving historical building features, and the board faces a decision on timing and scope for a potential ballot measure. Staff described the next phase as moving from broad data to concrete proposals that the public can review and comment on.

District staff recalled a multi-year process that began after a failed or incomplete 2019 bond effort, moved through pandemic pauses and resumed after voters approved an operational millage renewal in February 2024 with roughly 70% support. Staff noted the VIP citizens committee, town halls in 2022 and Fielding International’s 30-year facilities assessment as sources for the district’s data and priorities.

Superintendent Dr. Maleko and two administrators, identified as Mr. Wall and Mr. Mustonen, told the board they will recommend two categories of contracted services: one vendor to lead community engagement and another to provide a historical assessment of buildings. Staff said bids on the agenda carry high not-to-exceed figures because they priced end-to-end work; the district intends to negotiate and “whittle down” scope after vendor selection.

Mr. Wall summarized the role staff expect to play: “help guide the conversation, not direct it,” he said, describing staff as conveners who will present prioritized options for community feedback rather than a single fixed plan. Board members asked about lessons from the prior bond effort, vendor outreach and timeline. Staff said they reissued an RFP after receiving only one bid for a historical consultant, expanded outreach to other vendors (including firms that worked on comparable local projects), and plan to ask consultants whether a city-election ballot this November or a broader vote next November is more feasible.

Staff also briefed trustees on funds already spent and on-schedule projects: they referenced approximately $90,000,000 invested in buildings and systems from ESSER funds, capital project funds and grants; an $7,100,000 allocation for electric buses and related work; and about $1,000,000 for technology infrastructure upgrades. Staff said the district has received 18 electric buses through a grant and that some vehicles are still being outfitted with cameras and other equipment.

Board members pressed for transparency and broad public engagement. Trustee Zarr urged aggressive outreach and education well ahead of any ballot placement so voters have time to review concrete plans. Trustee Petlyakoff and others asked what would change in community engagement after the 2019 effort; staff pointed to the long-range assessment, additional town halls and the plan to present specific proposal options for community reaction, rather than only broad concepts.

What comes next: staff said they will refine vendor scopes and pricing with the two companies on the agenda, return with more-detailed recommendations to the board in the coming weeks, and ask trustees to decide soon whether to move toward a possible November city ballot or to wait for a larger election next year.

The district directed the public to an online “Facilities” tab on its First Bell newsletter at dearborneschools.org for the Fielding report, prior presentations and supporting data.","District leaders summarized a multi-year facilities assessment, described prior investments and asked the board to authorize an intensive community engagement phase and vendor work to shape a possible bond placement on a future ballot.","actionData","errors"]

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