At Barber Preparatory Academy, students are at the heart of everything we do. As a true hub of the community, our school offers a welcoming and supportive environment where learners are encouraged to become the best version of themselves. With strong parent-teacher partnerships and a culture of care, Barber is a place where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Specialized Learning Environments
Our facilities are designed to foster creativity, discovery, and school pride:
- Art Room
- Cafeteria
- Gym
- Library
- Drum line Room
- Outdoor Basketball Court
- Outdoor Play Field
- Playground
- Science Lab
- Social and Emotional Room
Sports
Middle school students can participate in a wide variety of athletic programs, all free of charge (with a small fee for uniforms and incidentals):
- Basketball
- Cheer
- Football
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
- Practices held 2–3 days per week at school
- Transportation provided to and from games; parents pick up from Barber
Positive School Culture Program
Our behavior and mediation system is anchored in ClassDojo, where positive student actions are recognized and celebrated. Students earn points that can be used for school store rewards and are honored through special assemblies.
Dress Code
Our dress code is clear and grade-level specific, helping maintain a focused and unified learning environment:
- Tops:
- K-2: Gold polo
- 3-5: Forest green polo
- 6-8: Grey polo
- Bottoms: Black, blue, or khaki
- Shoes/Accessories: Closed toe and heel only
Field Trips & Learning Excursions
Students enjoy enriching field trips throughout the year, connecting learning to real-world experiences:
- Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
- Apple Orchards
- Detroit Zoo
- Highland Park City Tours
- Adventure Center
- Highschool Fair
- Grade 8: College Tours
Student Activities & School Traditions
Our school community celebrates students through events and performances that build belonging and joy:
- Black History Arts Performances
- Daddy/Daughter Dance
- Drop-Off Donuts (Breakfast on the Go)
- Drumline Performance in Highland Park City Parade
- Field Day
- Guest Speaker Series (Grade 8)
- Jazzy Jam Back to School Bash
- Mother/Son Dance
- Move-Up Ceremony (Grade 5)
- Open House
- Promotion Ceremony (Kindergarten and 8th Grade)
- Valentine’s Day Dance
- Winter/Spring Concerts
Clubs
Students explore leadership, creativity, and academic enrichment through diverse extracurriculars:
- Drumline (Grades 5+)
- Honors Society
- LEGO® Engineering (Grades 4+)
- Choir (Middle School)
- Student Council (Middle School)
Parent Involvement Opportunities
Our active PTO meets monthly to generate fundraising ideas and support school events and student programs.
