Good evening DECHS families. We hope that everyone had a wonderful, rainy, Wednesday. Tomorrow is the big day! Here are some important pieces of information to help the day go as smoothly as possible.
Tomorrow and Friday, you will be allowed to drop off in the circle, in the front of the school. Please do not try to turn left. Follow the traffic pattern attached.
In the afternoon, it is imperative that everyone follows the pickup pattern attached. You will pick your student up on the left side, in the 5 designated parallel parking spots. As one car exits, another car may pull forward. There is a brief video for you to watch, so that you can visualize what it looks like. https://youtu.be/HvjIf3JWnHE
We will issue numbers to students in the coming days. That number will need to be displayed on the front dashboard.
Unless there is an urgent matter, please do not park and come in. We have all schedules on standby, so that students can pick them up immediately upon entering the building. We know that this is an exciting day for everyone. However, we want to minimize the amount of traffic that is already entering the building.
As a reminder, there will be media, filming and taking pictures. For students that are Opting Out of having their pictures taken, they need to have the smiley face sticker displayed close to the neck lining of their shirt. These stickers were made available at the front desk during our Open House.
Thank you all for all that you do, and we look forward to seeing our students tomorrow! Have a great evening.
Respectfully,
DECHS Admin Team
13 days ago, Joshua Brown
Fee Coverage:
Includes one accidental repair per year (e.g., cracked screen, keyboard).
Not Covered:
Lost devices, intentional damage, multiple incidents, or lost/damaged chargers (chargers can be purchased separately).
23 days ago, Joshua Brown
🎒 Fill That Bus! Fuel the Year – Starts Today! 🚍
Durham, let’s kick off the school year right! The annual “Fill That Bus! Fuel the Year” school supply drive begins today, running through August 8. Our good friends at the DPS Foundation will be leading the effort in restocking the shelves at Crayons2Calculators so every DPS teacher has the tools needed—completely free—for student success 📝📚
What’s happening:
Community-wide efforts to gather essential supplies—pencils, notebooks, art tools, rulers, folders, tissue, and more.
Drop-off bins are set up around the city (libraries, churches, businesses) and at Crayons2Calculators warehouse, 808 Bacon St., open Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11 am–3 pm.
Prefer to support digitally? Financial donations help purchase high-need items efficiently.
Why it matters:
Last year, Crayons2Calculators distributed over $129,000 in supplies, supporting 96% of DPS teachers at 59 schools—and many teachers still spend hundreds out-of-pocket.
👉 How YOU can help:
Donate supplies: drop off at Crayons2Calculators or community bins.
Give online: support via financial contributions.
Share & volunteer: host your own drive or help pack supplies.
Let’s come together and ensure no teacher—or student—goes without this school year. 🔗 Visit
www.fillthebus.org for more details and a full list of needed items.
#FillThatBus #DPSStrong #FuelTheYear #Crayons2Calculators
about 1 month ago, Durham Public Schools
🌟 Welcome Class of 2029! 🌟
Durham Early College of Health Sciences – Summer Bridge 2025
Are you a rising 9th grader ready to begin your journey at Durham Early College of Health Sciences? Get a head start with our Summer Bridge Program 2025!
📅 Dates: July 28- Aug. 1st
📍 Location: Durham Tech Community College
🎓 Who: Incoming 9th Grade Students (Class of 2029)
Our Summer Bridge program is designed to help you:
✅ Build relationships with teachers and classmates
✅ Learn what it means to be a DECHS scholar
✅ Get familiar with your new campus
✅ Develop skills for academic success
✅ Explore exciting opportunities in health sciences
This is your time to ask questions, make new friends, and feel confident about your transition to high school and early college life.
✨ We’re excited to meet you and help you start strong at DECHS—where your future in health sciences begins today!
📢 Registration details coming soon. Stay tuned!
#DECHSBridge2025 #ClassOf2029 #DurhamPublicSchools #FutureHealthLeaders #SummerBridgeSuccess
4 months ago, Middle College High School
🎉 It’s Teacher Appreciation Week at Durham Public Schools! 🍎💙
This week, we honor the dedicated educators who shape minds, build confidence, and create a lasting impact in our schools and communities.
Throughout the week, we’ll be highlighting our school-level Teachers of the Year—outstanding individuals who go above and beyond for their students every day.
Stay tuned right here as we celebrate their passion, commitment, and the powerful role they play in every child's future.
#ThankATeacher #DPSProud #TeacherAppreciationWeek #WeAreDPS
4 months ago, Durham Public Schools
📢 State Superintendent Mo Green Wants to Hear From You! 📢
Join the "Mo Wants to Know" tour on April 7 at 6 PM at Northern High School (Durham, NC) for a public listening session on the future of NC public schools.
Parents, students, educators & community members—your voice matters! Register here: go.ncdpi.gov/NorthCentralMWTK
#MoWantsToKnow #NCed #PublicEducation
5 months ago, Durham Public Schools
