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Bates Academy is a dynamic Pre-K through 8th grade school where curiosity, creativity, and excellence come together. Through our Gifted and Talented Educational Program, rigorous academics, and diverse clubs in robotics, art, and debate, students are inspired to explore their passions and achieve their highest potential. At Bates, learning is an adventure that shapes tomorrow’s leaders.
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![DPSCD State of the Schools 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769732678/detroitk12org/xxfnunctcbybv4rentxz/state-of-school-post.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769732678/detroitk12org/xxfnunctcbybv4rentxz/state-of-school-post.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769732678/detroitk12org/xxfnunctcbybv4rentxz/state-of-school-post.png","width":800}])
![District Closure- Tuesday, January 27, 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765904924/detroitk12org/m1lvyuk7yq9u39m5evhv/district-news-v3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765904924/detroitk12org/m1lvyuk7yq9u39m5evhv/district-news-v3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765904924/detroitk12org/m1lvyuk7yq9u39m5evhv/district-news-v3.jpg","width":800}])
![All Schools and District Buildings Open Tomorrow, January 21, 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765904612/detroitk12org/kkj31u23sly5e0hgbzt2/district-news-v5.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765904612/detroitk12org/kkj31u23sly5e0hgbzt2/district-news-v5.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765904612/detroitk12org/kkj31u23sly5e0hgbzt2/district-news-v5.jpg","width":800}])