Welcome to
Dwight Rich
School of the Arts
PreK-8 An Artful Learning School
Contact Dwight Rich
Debranae Campbell
Assistant Principal
Alnita Jackson Trice
Assistant Principal
School Hours 2025-26 School Year
8:55 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Half day 8:55 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
At Dwight Rich, we will be:
- Engaging students with a Bernstein-inspired “Artful Learning” model of arts integration aligned to Michigan grade level standards.
- Implementing Project Based Learning based on the BIE model.
Dwight Rich School of the Arts offers unique learning experiences for K-6 students utilizing technology and art labs, along with dance and music studio spaces.
What is Arts Integration?
Arts integration is a teaching approach where students construct and demonstrate their learning through an art form. Students engage in a creative process which connects an art form to their subject(s) of study to enhance their understanding. This involves visual, performing, music, media, and communication arts.
What Makes Dwight Rich Special?
- Technology-based learning and arts programming.
- Art labs, technology labs, dance, music and performance studio space.
- Content and teaching resources: Project-based Learning, Aldebran Robotics
The Artful Learning Model
The four main quadrants of this model encourage and support best teaching practices while improving the manner in which both students and teachers learn.
They are:
- EXPERIENCE
- INQUIRE
- CREATE
- REFLECT
Dwight Rich School of the Arts will:
facilitate Arts Immersion Weeks – engaging students in arts creation and learning through an Artist-in-Residence program that increases student exposure to the arts, culminating in school-based performances and family programs at the Wharton Center.
Dwight Rich Partners with the Best
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13 Jul
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Personnel Committee Meeting 12:00 PM to 1:00 PMPersonnel Committee MeetingDate: Jul 13Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PMLocation: Board Room, Administration Building, 519 W. Kalamazoo St Lansing MI 48933Calendar: District Calendar
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21 Jul
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New Willow Grand Opening 4:00 PM to 7:00 PMNew Willow Grand OpeningDate: Jul 21Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PMLocation: 1025 Ontario StreetCost: FreeCalendar: District Calendar
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Finance Committee Meeting 12:00 PM to 1:00 PMFinance Committee MeetingDate: Jul 27Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PMLocation: Board Room, Administration Building, 519 W. Kalamazoo St Lansing MI 48933Calendar: District Calendar
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Student Achievement Committee Meeting 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMStudent Achievement Committee MeetingDate: Aug 3Time: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMLocation: Room 305, Administration Building, 519 W. Kalamazoo St Lansing MI 48933Calendar: District Calendar
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Regular Board Meeting 6:00 PM to 9:00 PMRegular Board MeetingDate: Aug 6Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PMLocation: Administration Building, 519 W. Kalamazoo St Lansing MI 48933Cost: FreeCalendar: District Calendar
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July 8, 2026
Cell Phones - When Students Return
Our school district is preparing to implement a new practice that will require all students in grades 5–12 to securely store their cell phones and other personal digital devices in a secure pouch during the school day. This practice will be implemented consistently across our district to provide a common expectation and experience for all students.
The purpose of this initiative is to reduce distractions during the school day and create learning environments where students can fully engage with their teachers, classmates, and academic work.
This districtwide initiative also aligns with new Michigan legislation regarding personal electronic devices in schools and reflects our ongoing commitment to providing safe, positive, and productive learning environments for every student.
Students will keep possession of their devices throughout the day, but the devices will remain secured in the pouch until the end of the school day or when authorized by school staff.
Additional information about implementation, expectations, and procedures will be shared with families before the new practice begins.
June 23, 2026
Back to School 5K is Back!
Annual event benefits students and the Lansing community.
June 8, 2026
Meet Up & Eat Up - Summer Food Service Program
Visit the Summer Food Service Program page for the most recent schedule for the Meet Up and Eat Up program.
February 24, 2026
Lansing School District Achieves Historic Graduation Rate, Dramatically Lowers Dropout Rate
Annual Education Report Cover Letter (AERCL)
11,500 Enrollment by 2025
85% Graduation Rate by 2025
90% Attendance by 2025
Title IX - Sex Discrimination/Gender Equity/Sexual Harassment
What is Title IX?
Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any District program, service or activity including, but not limited to: educational programs or activities, extracurricular activities, student services, academic counseling, discipline, classroom assignment, grading, athletics, transportation, etc.
Unlawful Discriminatory Practices Under Title IX
Sexual Harassment (unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature)
Sexual Misconduct/Violence (rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, sexual exploitation and other forms of non-consensual sexual activity)
Stalking (repeatedly following, harassing, threatening or intimidating including by telephone, mail, electronic communication or social media)
Retaliation (adverse academic or other actions against anyone reporting or participating in an investigation of Title IX allegations)
Sexual Misconduct Policy- Comprehensive Title IX Training- Thrun Law Firm Webinar
- Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Process
- Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Information Guide
- Federal Register Title IX Regulations
Reporting Prohibited Behavior
To report prohibited behavior or concerns with the Districts Title IX Coordinator, complete the form linked below.
If you are a district employee and would like to report prohibited behavior, please fill out the form on the Lansing School District Prohibited Behavior Reporting Portal. (You must be logged into your District Google account.)
| For Students: | For Staff: |
| Vacant Position | Erin Miracle |
| Please contact Erin Miracle till this position is filled. | Human Resources Manager |
| erin.miracle@lansingschools.net | |
| (517)755-2010 | |
| 519 W. Kalamazoo | |
| Lansing, MI 48933 | |
| Title IX Certificate of Completion |
- Dewayne Burton Title IX Certificate of Completion
- Avery Dull Title IX Certificate of Completion
- Dale Person Title IX Certificate of Completion
Title IX concerns can also be e-mailed to:
Lansing School District Office of School Culture Title IX Coordinator
TitleIX@lansingschools.net
4200 Wainwright Ave.
Lansing, MI 48933