Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch July 20-24, 2026
Mini pancakes, chicken sandwiches, cheeseburgers, and corn dog nuggets close out the final DPS cafeteria menu of the 2025–26 academic year.
Wes Platt
By Wes Platt, wes.platt@southpointaccess.news
🍎 Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: July 20-24, 2026
Year-round elementary and middle school students return to Durham Public Schools this week. Here’s what’s on the breakfast and lunch lineup for July 20–24.
🍳 Breakfast Menu (K–12)
All breakfasts include low-fat or fat-free milk, fresh fruit, and 100% fruit juice.
| Day | Entrée | Side |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, July 20 | Mini pancakes (V) | Chilled peaches |
| Tuesday, July 21 | Yogurt cup with granola (V) · Pre-K: Yogurt cup (V) | Applesauce |
| Wednesday, July 22 | Breakfast pizza | Fruit cup |
| Thursday, July 23 | Cinnamon roll (V) · Pre-K: Blueberry muffin (V) | Strawberry compote |
| Friday, July 24 | Chicken sausage biscuit | Hash brown rounds |
🧒 Elementary School Lunch
| Day | Entrée Options | Sides |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, July 20 | Chicken filet sandwich or cheese-filled breadsticks (V) with marinara | Savory steamed carrots; steamed corn; spiced apples |
| Tuesday, July 21 | Cheeseburger on a bun or veggie burger on a bun (V) | Oven potatoes; BBQ baked beans; fruit choice |
| Wednesday, July 22 | Corn dog nuggets or grilled cheese sandwich (V) | Sweet potato fries; steamed broccoli; fruit choice |
| Thursday, July 23 | Beef spaghetti with a roll or hummus and flatbread (V) | Green beans; vegetable choice; chilled pears |
| Friday, July 24 | Assorted pizza options or cheese pizza (V) | Green peas; vegetable choice; peaches |
👦🏽 Middle School Lunch
| Day | Entrée Options | Sides |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, July 20 | Chicken filet sandwich or cheese-filled breadsticks (V) with marinara | Savory steamed carrots; steamed corn; spiced apples |
| Tuesday, July 21 | Cheeseburger on a bun or veggie burger on a bun (V) | Oven potatoes; BBQ baked beans; fruit choice |
| Wednesday, July 22 | Corn dog nuggets or grilled cheese sandwich (V) | Sweet potato fries; steamed broccoli; fruit choice |
| Thursday, July 23 | Beef spaghetti with a roll or hummus and flatbread (V) | Green beans; vegetable choice; chilled pears |
| Friday, July 24 | Assorted pizza options or cheese pizza (V) | Green peas; vegetable choice; peaches |
Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students. Adult breakfasts cost $2.50, adult lunches cost $4.50, and individual cartons of milk cost 50 cents. Menus are subject to change.
Families with questions about ingredients or food allergens may contact DPS Nutrition Services at 919-560-2370.
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