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Meet Our Leadership Team

Sandra Terry-Martin

Sandra Terry-Martin

Principal

Sally  Socia

Sally Socia

Dean of Grades K-1

Tiffani  Johnson

Tiffani Johnson

Dean of Grades 2-3

Jessica  Powell

Jessica Powell

Dean of Upper Elementary

Terrell Brown

Terrell Brown

Dean of Middle School

Meet Sandra Terry-Martin Principal of Detroit Merit Academy

Terry-Martin’s journey in education includes eight years as a teacher, four years as a dean, and over a decade as principal. She’s helped Detroit Merit Academy reach major milestones including two Grand Valley State University charter renewals, a “School of Excellence” title, and several “Beating the Odds” awards.
Meet the Principal

"I like the opportunities students have and the care teachers show to their students. You can tell they are teachers who want to see their students achieve success."

- Detroit Merit Charter Academy Parent

Meet Our School Board

Our School Board draws from the best local civic and community leaders. They volunteer their time and energy to ensure students at Detroit Merit Charter Academy receive the best education possible. For a schedule of Board meetings, minutes, and more information, visit the Board Documents page or contact us at 313-331-3328.

Robert Farhat

President

Bill Triplett

Vice President

Stephen Moore

Treasurer

Joe Maffesoli

Secretary

Our Authorizer

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We are authorized by Grand Valley State University. They sponsor and monitor us to ensure we achieve academic results and uphold the promises made in our charter.

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