📢 ANNOUNCEMENT: Durham Early College of Health Sciences Welcomes Ms. Jahara Davis as Assistant Principal
Durham Public Schools is proud to introduce Ms. Jahara Davis as the new Assistant Principal at Durham Early College of Health Sciences, effective for the upcoming school year.
Ms. Davis is an accomplished educator and leader whose career reflects an unwavering commitment to excellence, equity, and empowering students and staff. With over a decade of experience in public education, Ms. Davis brings a powerful blend of classroom expertise, leadership development, and a passion for community building.
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Educational Background
Ms. Davis holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education Literature from North Carolina Central University and is on track to receive her Master’s in School Administration from NCCU in
May 2025.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
2023–2024 Hillside Teacher of the Year
2023-2024 DPS Teacher of the Year
DPS Teacher of the Month (2022)
Breaking Blue Award for exceeding growth on the English II EOC
2022 Black SEL Awardee
Recognized by WRAL, ABC11, and Carolinas Tribune
Multiple honors across her career, including West Charlotte Teacher of the Year, Project L.I.F.T. Teacher of the Year, and CIAA Food Lion Educator of the Year
💬 A Message from Ms. Davis
“I am honored to join the team at Durham Early College of Health Sciences. I believe in fostering a school culture where students feel seen, teachers feel supported, and equity drives our every decision. I look forward to serving this exceptional school community with heart, integrity, and high expectations.”
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Ms. Jahara Davis,
our new Assistant Principal at DECHS! Her leadership, vision, and dedication to student success will be an incredible asset to our school.