As students transition into summer, Durham Public Schools wants to ensure that important support services are still available for those who need them. DPS Student Support Services ...

At 91 years old, John Mack continues serving students with faith, consistency, and pride. Story written by Tony Cunningham, DPS Digital Communications Specialist By the time I f...

Dr. Crystal Isom-Adu Principal, Little River Montessori Elementary School Dr. Crystal Isom-Adu has been named principal of Little River Montessori Elementary School, effective ...

Jakara Heyward has been named Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction, effective June 16. Certified in K-6 elementary education; 6-9 middle level science; and K-12 sch...

Karen Coffee arrives to work every day as a member of a department that requires putting others first. As a Human Resources analyst responsible for the district’s substitute teach...

Durham Public Schools is pleased to announce that Steven Gupton, Program Supervisor for Beginning Teacher Support and Development, has been selected for the Learning Forward Acade...

It is the kind of transformation that everyone knows is possible but very difficult to pull off. Glenn Elementary School has done it, completely reinventing itself from a formerly...

Dianna Robinson has been appointed principal of Eno Valley Elementary School. As Eno Valley’s assistant principal since 2022, she has worked closely with teachers, staff, students...

Congratulations to our April 2026 #BuildingOurFuture Students of the Month: Jennifer Serrano , a junior at Riverside High and Jose Aleman , a senior at J.D. Clement Early Colleg...

Riverside High School’s Bryan Christopher was en route to participate in a community conversation about immigration on the campus of Wake Forest University where he earned his Ma...

A great deal of pride and an unwavering commitment to excellence have kept Durham School of the Arts at the top of the heap in student achievement. For the 2024-25 school year, th...

Life gets busy – but if you missed the first DPS lottery application, it’s not too late for some programs! The Late Application Period is now open, giving families another opportu...

During a special called Board meeting on Monday, April 20, the Durham Public Schools Board of Education voted to make Friday, May 1 an optional teacher workday. There will be no s...

Creating safe spaces for students, fostering an environment that welcomes family engagement, and encouraging extensive exploration of new ideas and practices among teachers is why...

As a young student in Durham Public Schools, Dr. Marrielle Myers was recognized as gifted in math, English, and Language Arts. Her passion for these disciplines began in her home,...

Equipping students with viable, marketable skills to help them navigate a rapidly changing college and career landscape by establishing high expectations is what has landed the Du...

Durham Public Schools and Student U have added two middle schools to the Full Service Community Schools collaboration, strengthening the model’s impact on its students and their c...

Durham Public Schools welcomes Mclloyd T. Bynum to the role of Executive Director of Safety and Security, effective April 13. Mr. Bynum brings more than 20 years of public safet...

Curtis Berzofsky is an exemplary student and well-rounded individual. Since freshman year, he’s optimized his opportunities. He’s been an integral part of Jordan High School’s na...

Dajah Stallings has profound advice for anyone pursuing excellence: “Just be where your feet are, and maximize the moment. Utilize every experience.” Wise words coming from the ...