DPS Board of Education Appoints New Leaders to Key Central Services Roles

The DPS Board of Education has approved leaders to key Central Services positions. Dr. Tanya Giovanni has been named Deputy Superintendent for Administrative, Legal, and Compliance Services. Dr. Larry Webb joins DPS as Chief Operating Officer. Paul Mijumbi transitions to Interim Executive Director for Information Technology.

September DPS Alumni of the Month: Celia Furlow

After graduating from Middle College High School (MCHS) in 2019, Celia attended UNC-Chapel Hill where she studied Public Policy and Sociology. Celia is now in her final year in NC State’s Masters of Elementary Education Program. Click to read more!

DPS Teacher Wins 2024 NCACTE Student Teacher of the Year Award

On September 19, Jessica On was awarded the 2024 NCACTE Student Teacher of the Year Award. The teacher at Lyons Farm Elementary School was recognized for her outstanding representation of her profession during her time as a student teacher.

DPS Selects New Principal and Magnet Program Director

The Durham Public Schools Board of Education approves Deborah Brown as principal at Merrick-Moore Elementary. Dr. Kengie Bass joins DPS as director of magnet & choice programs.

Southern Spartans Named 'Story of the Year'

The Southern School of Energy and Sustainability boys' varsity soccer team were recognized for their standout season, which took them to the state championships.

The Durham Public Schools Board of Education taps new school and district leaders

DPS Integrated and Academic Behavior Support Director Appointed

With extensive experience in student support systems and a strong background as a Regional Consultant for NC DPI, Amy Miller is ready to enhance DPS's commitment to excellence and equity for all students.

Board of Education to hold Special Meeting, Public Hearing on Aug. 1

The Durham Public Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting and public hearing on Thursday, Aug. 1 at 4:30 p.m. regarding the construction of Durham School of the Arts.

Teaching Global Citizens

Dual-langugae immersion programs teach students more than two languages.

New Early College Named

The DPS Board of Education has approved Durham Early College of Health Sciences as the name for the district’s new specialty school.

DPS Board of Education Announces New Leadership

The Durham Public Schools Board of Education names new leaders for the 2024-25 school year.

Popular year-round schools program expands for 2024-25 school year

Read how one parent found that the year-round calendar helped her daughter develop academically, socially and emotionally while also being much more convenient for her family’s schedule.

Beyond The Books

Social-emotional learning helps children be successful in and out of the classroom

DPS Names New Middle School Principal and CTE Director

The Durham Public Schools Board of Education names Dr. Letisha Judd-Manning as principal of Lowe's Grove Middle School. Darian Harris becomes DPS's Director of Career & Technical Education.

Durham Public Schools Growing Together plan praised for helping fight segregation in study

The authors commend student assignment plans that prioritize desegregation and reduce high concentrations of poverty, highlighting Durham Public Schools' "Growing Together" plan as a positive example.

Hillside Grad Returns to School to Motivate Students

Hillside High School graduate LaVaedeay “Vad” Lee returned to school recently to share motivational words with Jordan High School students on May 2.

Meet Durham Public Schools 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year Finalists Morandi Hurst and Yaritza Prendergast.

Top teachers share a common belief: relationships matter. Click to learn more about our finalists!

DPS Names Teacher of the Year

Hillside High School JROTC teacher, First Sergeant Jeffery Matthews, takes home top honor and a new car.

Southern's skilled trade students design, build ‘tiny office’ for Hub Farm

Southern’s skilled trades students and teachers are building a “tiny office” that will eventually be located at the Durham Public Schools Hub Farm, which is a learning farm that serves some 3,000 DPS students each year.

Durham Public Schools Unveils Leadership Progressions and Reorganization

Joshua Mallory has been named principal of the historic Hillside High School, Michael Bloom will transition from interim to permanent principal of Hillandale Elementary School, Rubhean Barfield has been appointed Director of Budget and Compliance, and Serita Hunter has been appointed as Interim Director of Fiscal Operations.