Pontiac School District

06/05/2026

As we look ahead to the 2026-2027 Academic School Year, enrollment has begun at PEACE Academy, our Early Childhood Education Center within the Pontiac School District.

PEACE Academy will have an Open Enrollment Day, Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, at PEACE Academy, 60 Parkhurst Street, Pontiac, Michigan 48342.

If you are unable to make this Open Enrollment, know that there will be additional Open Enrollment dates in the future as we work through the end of the current school year and into the summer months.

If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Nicole Harris, Principal, PEACE Academy at (248)-451-7788.

06/05/2026

Our Superintendent had the opportunity to sit down with WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit today, about the Strategic Plan changes that the district is moving forward with, including the closing of Owen Elementary/Kennedy School…

Pontiac School District superintendent Dr. Kimberly Leverette spoke Thursday afternoon, addressing the district’s strategic plan, which includes the decision to close two schools at the end of the school year. (link in comments)

05/28/2026

Today, we had the opportunity to host Dr. Alejandra Barraza, President & CEO of HighScope International, based in Ypsilanti. HighScope is an internationally recognized early childhood education curriculum, which is used all over the world, including at PEACE Academy in the district.

Dr. Barraza met with some of the students in the Early Childhood Education program in partnership with Oakland University at Pontiac High School before dropping in on some classrooms over at PEACE Academy!

We are so thankful to Dr. Barraza and her team at HighScope for their partnership, and we look forward to continuing to build up our early childhood education programming, whether is continuing to support our “Little Phoenix”, or our next generation of early childhood teachers as part of our CTE Program!

05/26/2026

As we look ahead to the 2026-2027 Academic Year, and as part of the School District of the City of Pontiac's strategic plan, some students will attend a new school building this fall. We would like to invite families and staff to visit, tour the building, meet staff, and learn more about the upcoming transition.

The following buildings will be impacted starting the 2026-2027 academic year:

Owen Elementary students will attend Alcott Elementary. Alcott is located at 460 West Kennett Road, Pontiac, MI 48341.
Kennedy School students will attend Pontiac High School. Pontiac High is located at 1051 Arlene Avenue, Pontiac, MI 48340.
All 5th Grade Students will attend Pontiac Middle School. Pontiac Middle School is located at 1275 Perry Street, Pontiac, MI 48342.

Tour dates will be held at the following times and locations:

Thursday, May 28, 2026 *and* Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM for the following buildings:
Owen Families and Staff @ Alcott Elementary
Kennedy Families and Staff @ Pontiac High School
5th Grade Families and Staff @ Pontiac Middle School

Saturday, May 30, 2026 *and* Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the following buildings and times:
9:30 AM @ Alcott Elementary School
11:00 AM @ Pontiac High School
1:00 PM @ Pontiac Middle School

We thank all our parents, families, and staff for your partnership with us in the district. Together, we will support every student, every step of the way!

05/22/2026

Pontiac School District Board of Education Ratifies Tentative Agreement with Pontiac Education Association

The Pontiac School District has a new four-year contract with its teachers, approved unanimously by the Pontiac School District Board of Education on Thursday Night, May 21, 2026, in a 5-0 vote.

The agreement provides the District’s teachers with competitive pay and long-term stability, designed to attract and retain the best teaching talent in the region while keeping the District on a strong financial footing, so it can continue investing in programs, classrooms, and students.

This outcome reflects the unwavering commitment of the Board of Education, Superintendent Dr. Kimberly Leverette, and her administrative team to stay the course in the pursuit of an agreement that serves both teachers and the community.

This contract is part of the District’s broader strategic plan to build a sustainable, world-class school system that serves every student in Pontiac. It lays a foundation for the future, giving the District and its teachers a stable platform to drive real improvement in academic performance and student outcomes – and to build a school community that Pontiac families can be proud of.

05/21/2026

This is just a friendly reminder that all Pontiac School District buildings and offices will be closed on Friday, May 22 & Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. We wish our families a safe and restful holiday.

05/21/2026

On March 24, 2026, the Oakland Schools Board of Education approved a measure to allow a new ballot initiative to move forward. This proposal, an Oakland County Enhancement Millage, will appear on the August 4, 2026, ballot. The proposal calls for a 1.50 mill levy for a period of six years (2026-2031). If passed, the millage would provide an additional $781 per student to every public school district and eligible public school academy in the county. Here's an important message about this enhancement millage from Dr. Kimberly Leverette, Superintendent, Pontiac School District

05/21/2026

The School District of the City of Pontiac is seeking applications for the current vacant position on the board of education. An individual will be appointed to fill the vacant position until the November 3, 2026 elections have been held and certified and a newly elected individual has been sworn-in to fill the remainder of this position’s term.

For more details, please see the images below with requirements for the Board of Education position, how to apply.

05/20/2026