Durham Public Schools Awarded $11 Million DOE Grant for Magnet School Sustainability

Durham Public Schools has been awarded a Department of Education grant that will provide $11.4 million over five years to support some of the most significant budgetary items for the Growing Together Plan.

Listening and Learning with Dr. Lewis

Join Superintendent Dr. Anthony Lewis as he hosts a series of meetings to hear directly from Durham Public Schools stakeholders about their experiences. All DPS students, families, staff, and Durham community members are invited to attend. Click the headline to view dates and register.

When Threats Create Uncertainty

Durham Public Schools offers numerous resources from our Student Support Services department to help navigate emotional challenges.

September DPS Alumni of the Month: Celia Furlow

After graduating from Middle College High School (MCHS) in 2019, Celia attended UNC-Chapel Hill where she studied Public Policy and Sociology. Celia is now in her final year in NC State’s Masters of Elementary Education Program. Click to read more!

DPS Teacher Wins 2024 NCACTE Student Teacher of the Year Award

On September 19, Jessica On was awarded the 2024 NCACTE Student Teacher of the Year Award. The teacher at Lyons Farm Elementary School was recognized for her outstanding representation of her profession during her time as a student teacher.

DPS Selects New Principal and Magnet Program Director

The Durham Public Schools Board of Education approves Deborah Brown as principal at Merrick-Moore Elementary. Dr. Kengie Bass joins DPS as director of magnet & choice programs.

Students of the Month | September 2024 | Kritza Contreras-Guzman & Mina Mason

Congratulations to our September 2024 #WeAreDPS Students of the Month Kritza Contreras-Guzman, a student at City of Medicine Academy and Mina Mason, a student at Middle College High School @ DTCC.

Jordan High Alum Lilyn Hester Leads Google’s Community Impact in Durham and Beyond

Jordan High School alum Lilyn Hester is making a big impact in Durham and beyond as Head of External Affairs at Google. From advocating for tech access to mentoring students, she continues to shape her community.