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Northern High School Hispanic Heritage Celebration Spirit Week flyer for October 26–30, decorated with colorful paper banners, marigolds, sugar skulls, candles, and a knight mascot. Daily themes: Monday—Represent Your Country; Tuesday—Sports Day; Wednesday—Vaquero Day; Thursday—Reggaeton Day; Friday—Tia v. Tio Day. The bottom announces a Día de los Muertos–themed Hispanic Heritage Night Celebration.

Celebrate!

October 22, 2026
Join in our celebration of Hispanic heritage this week as we get ready for our celebration from 6-9pm with music, food, dance, art and more!
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Black poster with red lettering and bats announces Northern High School presents “Transyl-Mania,” illustrated with a pale, clawed hand emerging from a shirt cuff. Performances are October 22, 23, and 24 at 7 p.m. Admission: general, $15; DPS staff and students, $10; NHS staff and children ages 14 and under, free.

Transyl-Mania

October 14, 2026
Northern High School Theatre presents it's Fall production! It's sure to be a spooky, crazy, fun for all!
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Picture of a light-skinned African America with locksn

Phinnaeus Poindexter

October 10, 2026
Northern High School Senior Phinnaeus Poindexter is known as an advocate who uses his powers for good. He’s the kind of person who lends his voice to advocate on behalf of those ...
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Northern High School PTSA flyer headed “We need YOU! Can you join us?” A QR code appears beside a blue and gold knight logo. The flyer invites students, parents, caregivers, teachers, staff, and community members to help shape the PTSA. Officer elections will take place at the meeting on Monday, October20, at 6 p.m. in the Northern High School Media Center.

PTSA!

September 28, 2026
Can you join us? Monday, October 20 @ 6:00pm
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Blue Durham Public Schools graphic with a colorful connected-node logo and bold white text: “Help shape your school’s improvement plan,” inviting community input.

Help Shape Your School’s Improvement Plan

October 19, 2026
Durham Public Schools invites families to share feedback on their school’s proposed School Improvement Plan from October 19–30, 2026 . A School Improvement Plan explains a school...
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Northern High School swim team flyer with a navy background, gold and white lettering, a knight logo, and photos of swimmers and team members. An interest meeting will be held Thursday, October 15, at 4:30 p.m. in the Northern High School library. For questions or interest in participating if unable to attend, email northernhsswim@gmail.com.

Swim team interest meeting

October 13, 2026
An interest meeting will be held Thursday, October 15, at 4:30 p.m. in the Northern High School Media Center. For questions or interest in participating if unable to attend, email...
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Durham Public Schools’ bright blue “Showcase of Schools” banner invites families to explore schools and begin their child’s journey to success.

Explore Your Options at the DPS Showcase of Schools on November 14

October 5, 2026
Discover the opportunities available for your student at Durham Public Schools’ Showcase of Schools ! Meet school representatives, explore programs, and get answers to help your f...
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Northern High School Hispanic Heritage Celebration flyer with a purple background, orange floral border, and a colorful decorative sugar skull in the center. The event takes place Friday, October 30, from 6–9 p.m., featuring food, music, and culture.

Celebrate with us!

September 30, 2026
Cap off a great month of celebrating Hispanic heritage with food, music, dance and fellowship!
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Pale yellow flyer titled “Plan Your Vote PARTY,” with an illustration of a ballot being placed in a box. It invites ages 16–19 to learn about the voting process at Northern High School on Thursday, October 8, at 6 p.m. Attendees are asked to RSVP using the QR code for food and a raffle entry. The flyer says participants could win a free laptop or headphones.

Plan Your Vote

September 29, 2026
Party!
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Spanish-language PTSA invitation with a QR code and a yellow-and-blue knight emblem. The flyer asks “¡Necesitamos a USTED!” (“We need you!”) and invites students, families, staff, and community members to help shape the PTSA. Board elections will take place at the meeting on Monday, October20, at 6:00 p.m. in the Northern High School library.

PTSA

September 28, 2026
SE SUMA? Lunes, 20 de octobre @ 18:00h
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Folleto de un seminario para completar el Servicio de Determinación de Residencia (RDS), necesario para calificar para la matrícula universitaria estatal. Lunes, 28 de septiembre, de 5:30 a 6:30 p. m., en la cafetería de NHS. Debe traer: Computadora. Números de identificación de padres y estudiantes (SSN, ITIN, USCIS o ARN). Documentos de impuestos federales de 2025 del padre, madre o tutor. Licencia de conducir y registro del vehículo. ¿Preguntas? Envíe un correo electrónico a Ms. Lindsey: monica.lindsey@duke.edu. Incluye el logotipo de NCSEAA RDS e ilustraciones de un birrete, monedas y una casa en azul y dorado.

LUNES, 28 DE SEPTIEMBRE

September 22, 2026
Para calificar para matricula de universidad del estado debe completar el formulario de determinacion de residencia.
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RDS Workshop flyer. Monday, September 28, 5:30–6:30 p.m., NHS cafeteria. Complete the Residency Determination Service (RDS) to qualify for in-state tuition at a two-year or four-year college. Bring: Laptop and CFNC login. Parent/student ID numbers (SSN, ITIN, USCIS, or ARN). 2025 student and parent/legal guardian federal tax documents (1040 and W-2). Military information, if applicable. Driver’s license and vehicle registration. Questions? Email Ms. Lindsey at monica.lindsey@duke.edu. Flyer features the NCSEAA RDS logo and blue-and-gold graduation cap, coins, and house illustrations.

Residency Determination Service

September 22, 2026
Do you want to be eligible for in-state tuition?
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DPS logo with 2027-2027 Back to School Guide text

2026-2027 Back to School Guide

July 14, 2026
The DPS Back-to-School Guide is NOW AVAILABLE! 📘 The 2026-27 Back to School Guide is Here! We’re excited to welcome students and families to a brand-new school year at Durha...
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Rachel Owens awarded conservation teacher of the year

Conservation Teacher of the Year!

May 21, 2026
"Through hands-on science education and a commitment to environmental stewardship, Ms. Owens is helping students understand the importance of conservation, sustainability and prot...
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Northern High School's dance department production on May 20 at 7:00PM

More Than Enough

May 8, 2026
Join us for Northern High School's Dance Department's production of More Than Enough : Self Worth Through Dance on May 20th at 7:00PM.
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Portrait of Caroline Vaverek, Northern High School's new librarian of excellence

Spotlight on Excellence!

April 15, 2026
Spotlight on Excellence for School Library Month! Meet Caroline Vaverek, the Media Coordinator at Northern High School! Now in her third year as a School Library Media Coordinato...
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Prom Night infographic with a sparkly masquerade mask announcing the April 18th date and the time from 7pm until 10pmk

Masquerade!

April 8, 2026
Prom Night Phantasmagoria! Check it out!
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Infographic describing DECA's upcoming "Glow Up" on April 7 in the Media Center in which Guest speakers, headshots, resume workshops, mock interviews and professional dress workshops will take place

DECA Leadership Glow Up! April 7th

March 24, 2026
Northern DECA will be hosting a school-day leadership and career readiness event for seniors on April 7, 2026, titled DECA Leadership Glow Up: The Professional Experience, during ...
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Colorful basketball themed infographic for "FASFA Friday" on which students may meet with an advisor on March 20 from 4:30 to 5:45

FASFA Friday!

March 11, 2026
Get help managing your FASFA and understanding your award letter with our college advisor, Mr. Arora!
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Picture of the women's basketball team relaxing at a restaurant after their Elite 8 game.

What a Season! 18-9, Let's go, Knights!

March 3, 2026
We appreciate the school community support during the 2025–26 ladies basketball season. Following our Elite 8 finish last night, we especially want to honor senior players Kayden ...
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