Established in 1942, MacDowell Elementary School has served as the backbone of excellence in the community for decades.
Our mission is to provide an excellent education for our scholars, prepare them for college, and build upon a tradition of excellence at the MacDowell campus. Generations of families have attended MacDowell Elementary and have fond memories of their time as students.
At MacDowell, our team is dedicated to providing a world-class education to empower our scholars and help them make their dreams a reality. The importance of a college education is rapidly increasing in our 21st-century economy. As part of our enduring commitment to creating opportunities for our students, we offer a college prep curriculum and a clear path to college through our network of schools, Promise Schools. At the same time, we take a holistic approach to learning by supporting the unique interests of each child and helping our students develop individual excellence on the path toward achieving their goals.
Quick Facts:
Established:
1942
MPA serves grades:
K-8
Enrollment:
366
Board of Directors
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. Click here to learn more about the strategic plan at MacDowell
The MacDowell Preparatory Academy Board of Directors:
President - Nicole Wells Stallworth
Vice President - Robert E. Thomas
Member - Desiree Jones
Secretary - JohnNae Reynolds
Member - Edgar Vann
Member - Marnita S. Harris
Board Attorney - Greg M. Meihn
Board of Directors Budget Hearing
Budget Hearing Agenda
The MacDowell Board of Directors on the third Wednesday of each month and provides oversight of all financial and academic matters at the school.
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
Topic: MacDowell Regular Board Meeting
Time: August 17, 2022, 6:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
In-Person Meeting:
MacDowell Preparatory Academy Auditorium
4201 W. Outer Drive, Detroit, MI 48221
Public Virtual Attendance Option
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Passcode: MPA22
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IN ADHERENCE WITH STATE-MANDATED CORONA-19 VIRUS RESTRICTIONS, THIS MEETING IS BEING HELD VIA TELECONFERENCE
A copy of the meeting minutes is available for public inspection at MacDowell Preparatory Academy, 4201 W. Outer Drive, Detroit, MI 48221 within 8 business day for proposed minutes and within 5 business days of approval for approved minutes. The Academy shall comply with subtitle A of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Public Law 101-336, 42USC § 12101 et sec or any successor law. Should you require specific accommodation(s) please contact 313-494-8141 or www.macdowellprep.com prior to the meeting.
Administrative
School Leadership Team
Superintendent/ Chef Academic Officer- Dr. Brian Banks
Interim Principal, Dean of Instruction - Brandy Croce
Dean of Operations - Natasha Thomas
Dean of Scholars + Culture - Martez Williams
External Relations Officer - Tarajah Ramsey
Office Staff
Office Manager - Kim Banks
Facilities Team
Building Maintenance - Tyrone Williams
Building Maintenance - Ivory Forest
Teachers/Paraprofessionals
Kindergarten - Katrina Bell
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 - Alijah Brown
8th Grade - Volanda Frazier
8th Grade - Chalcee Norwood
Physical Education - Daevon Robinson
SEL- Robert Hill
Intervention/Paraprofessional: Michael Siebert
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