W E E K LY C O U R S E C A L E N D A R FALL 2026 37 SCAN TO VIEW CATALOG VIRTUALLY HAVE YOU TAKEN A PARENT ACADEMY COURSE? SCAN THE QR CODE TO FILL OUT AN EVALUATION SURVEY OCTOBER 12, 2026 - OCTOBER 16, 2026 LET’S TALK ABOUT VAPING THE ART OF NETWORKING TUE 10.13.2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM TUE 10.13.2026 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Presented By: Clara Mitchell Learn about the health risks of vaping, including nicotine addiction and its impact on the brain, lungs, and heart. Teens will gain practical refusal skills, healthy coping strategies, and resources to help them stay vape-free or quit. Location: Detroit Lions Academy 2001 W Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 48208 Presented By: Tarence Wheeler In this interactive workshop, students will learn how to make strong first impressions, build authentic connections, communicate with confidence, and leverage relationships for future opportunities (Parents are welcome). Location: Renaissance High School 6565 W. Outer Drive, Detroit, MI 48235 PAINTING WITH A PURPOSE TUE 10.13.2026 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM Presented By: Maya Boyd - The Artist Learn how art and painting therapy can help you cope with life’s challenges, reduce stress, and improve your overall mental health. Location: Marcus Garvey Academy 2301 Van Dyke St, Detroit, MI 48214 LIFE IN LAYERS TUE 10.13.2026 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Presented By: Anjelica Thompson Understanding how privilege and intersectionality impacts everyone (Students and Parents). Location: Henry Ford 20000 Evergreen Rd., Detroit, MI 48219 LET’S TALK ABOUT VAPING WED 10.14.2026 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Presented By: Clara Mitchell Learn about the health risks of vaping, including nicotine addiction and its impact on the brain, lungs, and heart. Teens will gain practical refusal skills, healthy coping strategies, and resources to help them stay vape-free or quit. Location: Osborn High School 11600 E 7 Mile Rd, Detroit, MI 48205 PAINTING WITH A PURPOSE WED 10.14.2026 9:00 AM Presented By: Maya Boyd - The Artist Learn how art and painting therapy can help you cope with life’s challenges, reduce stress, and improve your overall mental health. Location: Priest Elementary-Middle School 7840 Wagner St, Detroit, MI 48210