Detroit Public Schools Community District Launches Helath Hubs to Address Student Absences

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Aug. 1, 2023 ~ The Detroit Public Schools Community District announced 12 new health hubs Monday aimed to help students with various issues that might cause absences.

The health hubs will address the behavioral, physical, and dental needs of students. DPSCD Superintendent Nikolai Vitti hopes to address chronic absenteeism with the hubs.

WJR Senior News Analyst Lloyd Jackson spoke more about the health hubs on “JR Morning with Guy Gordon.“

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Aug. 1, 2023 ~ 760 WJR Senior News Analyst Lloyd Jackson talks with Guy Gordon about the Detroit Public Schools Community District launching 12 health hubs for students and their families.

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