DETOUR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY

DeTour Arts and Technology Academy is a Title I public charter school that is part of the DeTour Arts and Technology Academy school district, located in DE Tour Village, MI with about 83 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, DeTour Arts and Technology Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

DeTour Arts and Technology Academy (DATA) is a unique, small-scale public school located in DeTour Village, Michigan, serving students in grades 6–12. Operating as a part of the Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District, the academy distinguishes itself through a personalized approach to education that leverages the advantages of its intimate setting. By prioritizing smaller class sizes, the school fosters close relationships between students and faculty, allowing for tailored academic support and a curriculum that emphasizes both core traditional subjects and modern technological literacy.

Beyond its academic core, the academy integrates arts and technology into its educational framework to better prepare students for the demands of the 21st-century workforce. Its location in the Upper Peninsula provides a tight-knit community atmosphere, making the school a vital hub for local families. By focusing on project-based learning and digital proficiency, DeTour Arts and Technology Academy aims to provide its students with the critical thinking skills and creative adaptability necessary for success in higher education or their chosen career paths.

For more information, contact DeTour Arts and Technology Academy at (906) 297-2011 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.