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Channon Nunn
We will be hosting a raffle for the month of February. If you'd like to participate, please see the flyer below. YOU could be a winner!!!
Welcome to WAY
OUR MISSION
To change lives by creating engaging and encouraging educational opportunities for all young people.
OUR VISION
To make every young person a hero.
Learn More About Our Organization:
Proud Partner
From The Executive Director
Welcome to a new school year. As the Executive Director, I am thrilled
to extend my warmest greetings to our dedicated students, parents,
educators, and staff at both a district partner site and charter
schools. This year holds the promise of growth, learning, and exciting
opportunities. Let's embark on this journey, fostering a supportive
and vibrant educational community.
I am excited to invite you to join us for an enriching experience with
our upcoming podcast series, "Leading the WAY." We will share
insightful conversations and valuable perspectives on education,
leadership, and innovation. Stay tuned and be part of the conversation
as we explore new educational horizons.
Wishing everyone a successful and inspiring start to the school year.
Madeline E. Black
WAY program Executive Director
Detroit Schools
WAY Detroit News
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Marilyn Galan
We have published our January newsletter - in English and Spanish!
The newsletter has important messages about our school, information about parent meetings, classes and more.
If there is any feedback you would like to give or topics you would like in future newsletters please feel free to reach out to us.
Read the newsletter here.
We have published our January newsletter - in English and Spanish!
The newsletter has important messages about our school, information about parent meetings, classes and more.
If there is any feedback you would like to give or topics you would like in future newsletters please feel free to reach out to us.
Read the newsletter here.
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Channon Nunn
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF WAY ACADEMY DETROIT
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF WAY ACADEMY DETROIT
PURSUANT TO OPEN MEETINGS ACT
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: The Board of Directors of WAY Academy Detroit, a public entity, will conduct their Regular meeting VIRTUALLY (VIA ZOOM) and IN PERSON on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
Public may contact the board prior to the meeting to provide input or ask questions on any business that will come before the school board by emailing waydetroit.board@wayprogram.net.
Copies of the minutes will be available at the WAY Program Headquarters located at 8701 W. Vernor, Detroit, MI, 48209, (313) 444-8082 , and the WAY program website, www.wayprogram.net.
WAY Academy Detroit Board meetings are open to the public. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the meeting should contact the WAY Academy Detroit offices at (313) 444-8082 in advance to request mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance.
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Marilyn Galan
WAY Academy is having a Board Meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Learn more inside...
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF WAY ACADEMY DETROIT
PURSUANT TO OPEN MEETINGS ACT
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: The Board of Directors of WAY Academy Detroit, a public entity, will conduct their Regular meeting VIRTUALLY (VIA ZOOM) and IN PERSON on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
Public may contact the board prior to the meeting to provide input or ask questions on any business that will come before the school board by emailing waydetroit.board@wayprogram.net.
Copies of the minutes will be available at the WAY Program Headquarters located at 8701 W. Vernor, Detroit, MI, 48209, (313) 444-8082 , and the WAY program website, www.wayprogram.net.
WAY Academy Detroit Board meetings are open to the public. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the meeting should contact the WAY Academy Detroit offices at (313) 444-8082 in advance to request mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance.
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Channon Nunn
We have published our January 2026 newsletter.
The newsletter has important messages about our school, information about parent meetings, classes and more.
If there is any feedback you would like to give or topics you would like in future newsletters, please feel free to reach out to us.
Read the newsletter here.
School News
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WAY now has an online store with more than a hundred different products for you!
Our store, settled on Zazzle.com, has products for the WAY Program, WAY Academies and WAY Michigan. There, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, notebooks, hats, headphones, tote bags pens and pencils, and much more.
Visit zazzle.com/store/wayschools and get to know what we have to offer!
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