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A Parent’s Guide to the School’s Homework Policy

Homework at Frederick Douglass International Academy should extend classroom learning while helping students build responsibility, organization, and…

Keep Curiosity Growing Through Summer Learning

Summer offers children time to rest, explore interests, and build family memories. It is also an important period for maintaining the skills developed during…

How Douglass’s Legacy Shapes Our School Culture

At Frederick Douglass International Academy, education is understood as a powerful path to knowledge, confidence, and active citizenship. The legacy of…

How We Incorporate Technology Into the Classroom Responsibly

At Frederick Douglass International Academy, technology is used to deepen learning rather than distract from it. Digital tools can help students investigate…

Building Financial Confidence From Pre-K Through Grade 8

Financial literacy gives children practical tools for making thoughtful choices about money, work, saving, spending, and responsibility. These skills support…

Learning together across Oak Park

At Frederick Douglass International Academy, learning extends beyond classroom walls. Our public charter school in Oak Park, Michigan, connects students with…

Safe Drop-Off And Pick-Up At Frederick Douglass International Academy

A calm arrival and dismissal routine helps students, families, staff, and school buses move safely around Frederick Douglass International Academy in Oak Park.…

Preparing Your Child for a Memorable Science Fair Project

A science fair gives children a meaningful way to ask questions, investigate ideas, and explain what they discover. The strongest projects are rarely the most…

Honoring Student Achievement At Frederick Douglass International Academy

At Frederick Douglass International Academy, student success takes many forms. Academic progress, responsible choices, perseverance, creativity, and service…

How We Keep Playgrounds Safe and Fun for All Students

A playground should give children room to move, imagine, cooperate, and build confidence. At Frederick Douglass International Academy, outdoor play is part of…