A Message From the Teacher of the Year

William Hill, 2022-2023 DPS Teacher of the Year, shares words of inspiration and hope to his colleagues.

Hillside High School Students, Staff To Celebrate 100-Year Anniversary This Year

10 Decades of First Days: The historic Hillside High School celebrates a century of achievements and celebrations this school year. Plans for festivities are underway.

Transportation to After-School Programs

Here you will find a list of Durham afterschool programs that DPS will transport students to in the afternoon.

DPS Welcomes Back Specialty School Students

The BEST. YEAR. EVER. continues as our specialty high school students return to the classroom. Welcome back, City of Medicine Academy, Durham School of Technology, J.D. Clement Early College, and Middle College High School.

Welcome to Kindergarten!

Durham Public Schools welcomes its Class of 2035, this year's kindergartners!

Your Back-to-School Checklist for a Great Start to the School Year!

Here’s how you can help your child be prepared for the first day.

DPS Welcomes Back Year-Round Students

WELCOME BACK! The first day of year-round school was a success! Check out our #WeAreDPS students and staff in action as we make 2022-2023 the BEST. YEAR. EVER.

DPS Announces Salary Increases for the New School Year

With an October bonus to come as well, NOW is the time to become part of the DPS team.

Board Extends Superintendent Mubenga’s Contract Through 2026

The Durham Public Schools Board of Education has extended the contract of Superintendent Pascal Mubenga, Ph.D., by one year through June 30, 2026.

DPS Celebrates Juneteenth

DPS celebrates a day that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans in Texas - the last state in the confederacy with institutional slavery.

Growing Together Information Sessions

Join Durham Public Schools leaders for a brief presentation and Q & A [Questions & Answer] session about DPS’s Growing Together initiative.

District leadership changes to spark continuous improvement in Durham Public Schools

Dr. Stacy Stewart and Dr. Dietrich Morrison-Danner receive district-level promotions.

DPS Celebrates Pride Month

Durham Public Schools values its students and staff for who they are and honors them for their limitless potential, without exception. We celebrate the diversity, intellect, and lived experiences that contribute to our schools’ rich, cultural tapestry.

Erin Morrison Named 2021-2022 DPS Instructional Assistant of the Year

Being an Instructional Assistant (IA) has been a lesson in self-reflection for Erin Morrison, named DPS Instructional Assistant of the Year today.

DPS Safety and Security Plan

Durham Public Schools has an extensive safety and security plan, a strong partnership with local law enforcement, and building improvements such as secure vestibules to help protect our students and staff.

William Hill Named 2022 Durham Public Schools Teacher of the Year

DPS School Counselor of the Year Adrienne Haith; Alexandra Armor, DPS Elementary School Counselor of the Year; and, Ashley Bennetone, DPS Middle School Counselor of the Year

Bhuvaneswari Ramachandran named 2021-2022 Media Coordinator of the Year

Kiara Thorpe named 2021-2022 Beginning Teacher of the Year

Durham Board of Education Unanimously Agrees to Name New Elementary School After Pauli Murray and Betty Doretha Massenburg