Welcome to Key Elementary

Dear Key Elementary Families,

Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year! I hope your summer was filled with joy, rest, and meaningful moments with your loved ones. As we prepare to welcome our scholars back, I want to thank you for your continued trust, partnership, and support. It is truly an honor to serve as your Principal for a second year, and I am excited about the journey ahead.

This year, our theme is: Rooted in Growth, Rising in Unity

We believe that with strong roots—grounded in love, learning, and community—we can rise higher, together. Every child at Key Elementary has limitless potential, and we are committed to helping them thrive in every way possible.

We are also thrilled to share some exciting staff updates:

Welcome, Mr. Adam Carter, Assistant Principal
Mr. Carter has been part of the Key family for many years—first as a fifth-grade teacher and most recently as our Dean of Culture. We are proud to welcome him into his new leadership role and know he will continue to support and uplift our students and families with excellence.

Congratulations to Mrs. Kimberly Flowers, Academic Specialist
Mrs. Flowers made a remarkable impact with our fourth-grade scholars last year, and now she will be expanding her reach to support all students at Key. Her dedication and leadership are a true asset to our school.

The First Day of School
School officially begins on Monday, August 25, 2025, at 8:25 AM. We are eager to welcome all of our scholars back for a strong and joyful start to the year.

Save the Date: Open House Extravaganza
Join us on Wednesday, September 4, from 4:30–7:30 PM for our Open House Extravaganza. This fun, engaging, and informative evening will include classroom visits, food, music, and community resources. It will be the perfect opportunity to connect with staff, celebrate your child’s learning journey, and kick off the school year together in style.

Transportation
If you are requesting transportation, please contact the department directly at 248-336-7601.

Teacher Welcome Calls
Be on the lookout for a phone call from your child’s classroom teacher soon.

At Key Elementary, we are more than a school—we are a family. This year, let us stay rooted in growth, rise in unity, and continue building a strong, supportive village for every child who walks through our doors.

Lastly, please review our first day of school reminders. We cannot wait to see your children and you—very soon.

With love and gratitude,
DeMilla Prince, Principal | demilla.prince@opsk12.org
Adam Carter, Assistant Principal | adam.carter@opsk12.org