Parent Information

Arrival Procedures

• All students enter through door 10, the back entrance by the football field.
• The building opens at 7:30 am,. The cafeteria is open for breakfast.
• All students are expected to remain in the cafeteria until 7:55 am. 

Dismissal Procedures

• Students are to be released from their 7th hour class at 3:20pm. Remember no passes are given during the last 15 minutes of class.
  • Students are expected to exit the building through doors 4, 15, 17. 
  • Early release with parent permission only, a QR code is available at the Security desk and the main office. 
  • No early pick-ups after 2 p.m.

• Students who are involved in extra-curricular activities such as team sports, band, clubs and tutoring must report to their designated areas by 3:30pm.

Mondays through Fridays, the academic day begins at 8:00 AM and ends at 3:20 PM

Breakfast Served 7:30 a.m. – 7:55 a.m.

School begins each morning at 8:00 a.m. 

Period	Time
1st period 70 minutes	8:00 a.m. – 9:10 a.m.
2nd period 55 minutes	9:15 a.m. – 10:10 a.m.
3rd period 55 minutes	10:15 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.Lunch A – 9th grade
4th period 60 minutes	11:15 a.m. – 12.15p.m.Lunch B - 10th and
5th period 60 minutes	12:20 p.m. – 1:20 p.m.Lunch C – 11th grade
6th period 55 minutes	1:25 p.m. – 2:20 p.m.Lunch D – 12th grade
7th period 55 minutes	2:25p.m. – 3:20 p.m.

PowerSchool Parent Portal

What is the PowerSchool Parent Portal?

The PowerSchool parent portal provides parents with direct access to student data via the Internet. Using a confidential ID number and password provided by their child's school, parents can create their own PowerSchool account using a web browser or the PowerSchool app and view their child’s data, such as progress reports, attendance records, report cards, transcripts and more. During account creation, parents can create their own unique username and password. The credentials listed on the form from the school will link the student to their parent's account.

To log on to ParentPortal:

1. Open the webpage 

2. Enter Username and Password, click “Log In”

The first time you log in to the PowerSchool app for your phone or tablet, you will be asked to enter the District's unique four-digit code: PSNW

If you have not been issued a Username or Password, or are facing challenges with your password, please contact your school for the required login information.

The purpose of the Mumford Dress Code is to ensure that each student is dressed in clothing conducive to promoting a positive learning environment and ultimately prepares them for Success in their future career expectations.

Pants / Slacks / Shorts / Capris / Skirts

• Pants must be khaki only (no denim material)
• Pants should not have holes, be frayed, or drag the ground
• Pants should be solid in color, with no stripes, two-tones, or extra decorations
• Pants must have a waistband with belt loops
• A belt must be worn and pants must be worn at the waist
• No jeans of any type may be worn
• No stretch material may be worn
• No yoga pants or leggings are allowed unless worn beneath a skirt or shorts 
• Shorts, capris, and skirts must be at the knee level or longer

Shirts

• 9th grade students wear light blue shirts
• 10th grade students wear burgundy shirts
• 11th grade students wear gray shirts
• 12th grade students wear black shirts
• Shirts can be collared or button down, with sleeves that are at least 3 inches long
• Shirts that are tight, see-through, or provocative are not allowed
• Shirts must be a solid color with no extra decorations

Sweaters / Sweatshirts / Hoodies

• Sweaters/sweater vests are allowed, with the appropriate collared shirt worn underneath
• Hooded sweatshirts/sweaters are allowed at any time. Students are welcome to wear sweatshirts/sweaters without hoods

Jackets / Coats

• Any type of jacket or coat may be worn to school but must be immediately removed and placed in a locker

Transportation FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions regarding transportation:

How do I qualify for a D-DOT bus card for public transportation?

Free and reduced Detroit - Department of Transportation (D-DOT) bus cards will be distributed 2 weeks after the student begins high school. The eligibility requirements are as follows:

Student are advised to attend their neighborhood school

Student must receive free or reduced meal benefits

Student should reside more than 1 1/2 mile their assigned school

Reduced-fare passes may be available directly from the student's neighborhood high school

What can I use to ride the D-DOT bus at the beginning of the school year until bus cards are issued?

Students with a bus card from last school year will be allowed to board D-DOT buses for the first two weeks of school until the new passes are issued at the free or reduced rate indicated on the card

Students with high school identification cards can ride the D-DOT for $0.75 each way until the new cards are issued within the first two weeks of school

Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) students who do not have a high school identification card or a bus card from last year will be issued a reduced fare card on the 1st day of school

Example: Incoming first-year student or other students who may not have student identification qualify for a free ir reduced fare pass under the District Transportation Policy. The pass will allow students to ride for $0.75 each way until new passes are issued the second week of school

My student lost his/her D-DOT bus card. How does the student obtain a replacement bus card?

Notify the school of the need for a replacement card. The school forwards a request to Transportation who sends the school a replacement card. If the replacement card is lost, students can purchase another card from D-DOT at the rate of $136.50 per semester. 

How do I get answers to school transportation questions?

Contact the Transportation Information Center at (313) 945-8600. A customer service agent will either answer your inquiry or direct your call to an individual who can best assist you.