Our Advanced Academics community includes parents, educators, advocates, and community members who are committed to ensuring all students have access to advanced learning opportunities that provide appropriate academic challenge.

Here are five simple ways you can connect with our office and schools to learn more about Advanced Academics, advocate for advanced learners, and support advanced academic programming.

  • Sign up. Stay informed with our monthly email newsletters with useful resources, insights and advice delivered right to your inbox.

  • Join us at our events. Take advantage of events hosted at your child's school, as well as district events advertised in our newsletter.

  • Help us share our public information and outreach with other families through Social Media, community groups, PTSA/PTSO groups, or by talking with other interested families.

  • Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Contact Information

Advanced Academics

DPS Office of Advanced Academics

Laura Parrott
Director of Advanced Academics
Email Laura Parrott
Office: 919-560-2376

Jamel Anderson-Ruff
Coordinator of Advanced Academics
Email Jamel Anderson-Ruff
Office: Available on August 16, 2021

School Based AIG Specialists by School

The Office of Advanced Academics is located at 511 Cleveland Street, Durham, NC, 27702.