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.

DPS teachers to see significant local supplement increase next year

All employees to receive October bonus and raises

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

Celebrating School Lunch Hero Day

Celebrating the heroes that nourish our children every school day!

Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week

Celebrating Administrative Professionals Day

Hub Farm to Host Virtual Cooking, Reading Night

Join The Hub Farm and Chef Peter Brodsky of the Northern High School Culinary Arts Department for a night of food and fun!

DPS Introduces Regional Access Model for its "Growing Together Plan"

DPS leaders announced a new student assignment model with five regions in the county to support the district’s ongoing commitment to increase equity and access to DPS choice programs and specialized services.

DPS IT Interactive Display Showcase

Curious to see what our future beyond a BrightLink Projector can look like? 

Celebrating National Assistant Principals Week

We honor and thank those who serve tirelessly in these roles to ensure that our students are supported and guided toward success. Your commitment to igniting the limitless potential in every student is an invaluable contribution to our future.