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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Jan. 12-16, 2026

Another January week brings a full lineup of free breakfasts and lunches at Durham Public Schools, with student favorites like nachos, chicken nuggets, and pizza Friday. Here’s what’s on the cafeteria menu Jan. 12–16 across DPS campuses.

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11 Jan 2026 — 3 min read

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DPS cafeterias are rolling right along in January with another week of free, hot meals for students across the district. From tacos and comfort-food classics to pizza Friday, here’s what’s on the menu for elementary, middle, and high schools, plus breakfast.

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