District Updates

Calendar changes announced for 2025-26 school year

Graphic of the 2025-26 school calendar updated May 2025

Dearborn Public Schools is updating its calendar for 2026 – adding an extra day off around both Eid celebrations and pushing back the last day of school.

Another day off was added in March and in May.  Schools will now be closed March 18 through 20, 2026.  Spring break from March 30 to April 3, 2026 did not change. In May, schools will now be closed May 25 to May 28, 2026.

As a result of those changes, the last day of school for 2026 was pushed back to June 11.

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Our Impact in Numbers…

20,181

Students

1426

Instructors

37

District Buildings

100%

Committed to Student Success


Shaping Dearborn’s Future Since 1944

The Dearborn Public School District is rich in history and deeply rooted in the community we serve. For generations, our schools have been places where students grow, families connect, and learning thrives. We take pride in our beautiful, historic buildings, but it’s not just our facilities that make us special—it’s the people inside them. Our dedicated staff, welcoming families, and diverse student body create a safe, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to succeed.

At Dearborn Public Schools, we honor our past while continuously evolving to meet the needs of tomorrow’s learners.

Students First – Inspire, Educate, Celebrate

Voices of Dearborn Schools

A Place to Belong,
A Place to Grow

“The Dearborn Public Schools community is truly family. I see it in the friendships I’ve made with my colleagues—grademates, principals, assistant principals—who are more than coworkers, they’re my friends. We’ve been through so much together. I love being here at Maples. It’s also in the kids who come back to visit, and in seeing where they are now—parents, authors, pharmacists. That’s what success looks like. The most rewarding part of my job is knowing school is a fun, safe place for them to be. I remember how I felt in my 4th grade class at McDonald School—how much I loved being there. The way my teacher made me feel stuck with me, and I want to pass that on to every student I teach.”

  • Karen Restum
    2nd Grade Teacher at Maples Elementary School
Leadership in Action

Meet our Superintendent

Dr. Maleyko has successfully completed 10 years as the Superintendent of Dearborn Public Schools with almost 20,000 students and 2,700 employees.

During his tenure, graduation rates in Dearborn have climbed to 95 percent district-wide and student college admission rates are 80 percent, well above the state average.

New to the district?

We’re glad you’re here and excited to welcome you to Dearborn Public Schools. As a new parent, you likely have a few questions—we’re here to help. Our goal is to connect you with the right people so you can enroll your child and become a valued part of our learning community.

Contact Student Services: (313) 827-3005.  You may also want to view the enrollment information here.  You will also find on this website School Attendance Area information and information about free lunch and breakfast in the district.

Contact our Special Education Department at 313-827-7050.  You can also contact the Special Education Administrative Team on their website.

Be sure to let our school nurses know.  You can reach them by contacting one of our school nurses on their website.  Information is also available on immunizations and medications.

Since 1976 the Dearborn Public Schools has established language support programs for students.  Our English Learners department can help your child thrive in our schools.  Contact us at 313-827-8054 or visit the English learners page to learn more.

Celebrating Excellence in Education, Recognized Nationwide

Blue Ribbon Schools

Dearborn Public Schools is nationally recognized for the strength of its programs—and, most importantly, for the success of its students. Our district and individual schools regularly receive honors from both state and national organizations (see our news section for the latest awards). Among these achievements, we are especially proud that five of our schools have been named National Blue Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education.