ABOUT US
WHY MACDOWELL
MacDowell Preparatory Academy (“MacDowell”) is a K-8 public charter school serving children in the heart of Detroit’s northwest side. Established in 1924, today, MacDowell proudly serves over 350 scholars. The MacDowell Board is committed to its vision of MPA scholars maximizing their potential and achieving success in every area of their lives.
Caring, Neighborhood School
Over 90% of our scholars live within a 1.5 mile radius of the school. This, along with right-sized enrollment and manageable class sizes, creates a close-knit community where scholars feel safe and are able to develop meaningful relationships with adults
College Readiness
The importance of a college education is rapidly increasing in the 21st-century. As part of our enduring commitment to creating opportunities for our students, as we offer college prep curriculum.
Academics - A holistic approach
Of course, the academic skills necessary to succeed are central to our program. We also prioritize a holistic approach to learning by purposefully integrating character development and cultivating a scholar’s sense of self. Each aspect is critical to developing happy, stable and successful human beings.
Meaningful Enrichment
During the school day, we offer music and financial literacy classes as part of our core curriculum, and we partner with community organizations to offer after-school enrichment and athletic programming such as RacquetUp Detroit.
Mission
MacDowell operationalizes its vision through its mission to instill in its scholars the SKILL and WILL to prepare them for success in college and life.
Core Values
We believe that each student is important and valued, in offering structure and guidance for every child, in transparency and integrity, in providing leadership opportunities for the staff and students, in fostering good, healthy reciprocal relationships, in student, school and community engagement and in providing an environment where children are fully supported and feel comfortable opening up.
OUR SCHOLARS
Come to school excited about their future and own their own learning. They will maximize their potential and achieve success in every area of their lives.
OUR FACULTY
Passionate, knowledgeable and accountable for creating an environment where scholars enthusiastically learn.
OUR PARENTS, GUARDIANS AND COMMUNITY
Actively supporting our children’s dreams and the work of our school.
Our Strategic Plan
The MacDowell Board of Directors is a diverse collection of professionals from the business, policy, and education sectors who are all committed to ensuring an excellent education for MacDowell scholars.
Public Notice of Regular Board Meeting
Pursuant to Michigan Open Meetings Act, Act No. 267 of the Public Acts of 1976, being Sections 15.261 to 15.275 of the Michigan Compiled Laws.
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OUR TEAM
Administrative School Leadership Team
Superintendent/Chief Academic Officer – Dr. Brian Banks, J.D., Ph.D.
Dean of Scholars + Culture – Cameron Coleman
Dean of Operations – Alana Olds
Office Team
Office Manager – Ms. Jennifer Crump
Administrative Specialist – Mr. Dawan Glover
Teachers/Paraprofessionals
Kindergarten – Rachel Webb
Kindergarten/Paraprofessional – Lakeisha Bates
1st Grade – Contrina Hinton
2nd Grade/Scholar Engagement Specialist – Selena Dozier
3rd Grade/Paraprofessional – Alana Hubbell
4th Grade – Doris Freeman
5ht Grade/Paraprofessional – Ashlie Spencer
6th Grade – Danielle Walker
7th Grade – Carl Ramsey
7th Grade – Alijah Brown
8th Grade – Volanda Frazier
8th Grade – Chalcee Norwood
Physical Education – Daevon Robinson
SEL- Robert Hill
Intervention/Paraprofessional: Michael Siebert
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
We partner with community organizations to offer after-school enrichment and athletic programming, such as RacquetUp Detroit. Please click on the logos below to learn more about the organization!
