🎒 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
Little River's is proud of our rising 5th graders ready for middle school!
Graduating Seniors of 2025 we LOVE you!! ONCE A BEAVER ALWAYS A BEAVER!
🌟 Congratulations to Erica McRae – MTSS Facilitator of the Year! 🌟
We’re proud to celebrate Ms. Erica McRae, MTSS Facilitator at Little River Elementary, for being named MTSS Facilitator of the Year! 🎉
Ms. McRae earned this honor for her outstanding leadership in implementing a strong, responsive Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) that supports students’ academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and attendance needs. She’s also led the charge in integrating MTSS within the school’s Montessori model—a true testament to her skill and dedication.
Dr. Cory Hogans, Principal of Little River, says it best: “She’s an effective communicator and leader who keeps our MTSS team focused and responsive.”
Way to go, Ms. McRae! 👏
#MTSSFacilitatorOfTheYear #DPSProud #MTSS #WeAreDPS
🎉 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
We really Appreciate Dr. Hogans ! Happy Principals' Day!
📢 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
