Board of Directors

Providing strong leadership and oversight to ensure every scholar receives a high-quality, transformative education.

WELCOME MESSAGE

FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Welcome to Discovery Creative Pathways (DCP) – Redford, where every scholar is safe, supported, and inspired to achieve their best. Our Board of Directors is proud to serve the families and scholars of Redford, partnering with Phalen Leadership Academies to provide a nurturing, high-quality education that helps every child reach their full potential.

We believe strong schools are built through collaboration and community. Families are vital partners in our mission, and we invite all parents, guardians, and community members to stay connected and participate in our open Board Meetings. Your voice and involvement help shape the continued success of DCP Redford and ensure that every decision reflects the heart of our community.

 Together, we are building a safe, caring environment where scholars learn, grow, and lead with confidence.

ENA young male scholars in the classroom.

DCP Redford Board Meetings

DCP Redford Board Meeting Notice

  • REGULAR MEETING NOTICE

    In Compliance with the OPEN MEETINGS ACT MCLA 15.261 et seq Public Act No. 267 of 1976 and Executive Order 2020-154

    A BOARD MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF:

    Discovery Creative Pathways

    Will Be Held On:

    Tuesday, January 27, 2026
    At 4:30 PM

    The public is welcome to attend in person at or via Zoom:
    17175 Olympia
    Redford, MI 48240
    Join Zoom Meeting
    https://phalenacademies-org.zoom.us/j/89737657248

    These meetings are open to the public under the State of Michigan’s Open Meetings Act. Individuals requiring special assistance to attend the meetings should contact the School Leader’s Office at (313) 543-3226.

DCP Redford Board Meeting Agenda

January 27, 2026

Board Meeting Schedule

Click here for the Board Meeting Calendar

BOARD

OF DIRECTORS

Nicole Gaines

Board President

Joined the board in 2018; Named President in 2021

John Halo

Treasurer

Joined the board in 2017

Nikeeta (Nikki) Mariner

Vice President & Academic Committee Chair

Joined the board in 2017

Theresa Johnson

Secretary

Joined the board in 2022

Valerie Murry

Director

Joined the board in 2023

McKinney-Vento Act

The McKinney-Vento Act protects scholars from discrimination based on their lack of a permanent residence. Homeless Scholars are eligible to receive a variety of services including: transportation services, free meals under the school nutrition programs, limited English proficiency class, gifted and talented programs, and special education services based on a scholar’s eligibility. Homeless Scholars will not be denied enrollment based on lack of proof of residency. Please consult the McKinney-Vento Act Liaison if you need assistance. The PLA Network does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability or national origin in any employment and/or educational opportunity. No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination in any program or activity for which the PLA Network Board is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. The PLA Network values diversity. Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is committed to making its websites accessible for all, including individuals with disabilities, and strives to ensure accessibility currently and as new technologies emerge. PLA welcomes questions and input on its sites' accessibility at each development phase. Please contact our Call Center at 888.655.0777 or submit feedback to Communications@PhalenAcademies.org if you encounter an issue accessing any portion of the network's websites.

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