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Durham Public Schools: Menus for Feb. 10-14, 2025

Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students this year. Menus are subject to change without notice. Schools release early on Feb. 14.

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DPS Work Session: Transportation, Shortfall, and Legacy

Durham schools using the new responsibility zones – areas where school bus service is discontinued, leaving families to rely on carpool, bicycles, or walking – apparently have managed the first 10 days without any crises.

Data Security

[SoDu Alert] N.C. Attorney General Opens PowerSchool Investigation

In December 2024, a hacker got into PowerSchool’s system, which potentially exposed Social Security numbers, names of minors, and medical and disciplinary information. Durham Public Schools indicated that it appeared more likely that some staff data may have been exposed in the breach.

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MacKenzie Scott Funds May Reduce Durham Schools Budget Shortfall

If the district moves forward with this plan, it would leave them short by $1.66 million – so DPS still has work to do to balance their budget.

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Durham Public Schools: Menus for Feb. 3-7, 2025

Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students this year. Menus are subject to change without notice.

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[SoDu Alert] Durham Schools Staff Data May Have Been Breached

Regardless of whether families or educators are contacted by Experian, they can reach out to find out how to activate Experian's protection offer.

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Hope Valley Elementary Kicking Off Boosterthon

Students of families that sign up by Feb. 6 get to wear pajamas to school on Feb. 7.

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Durham Students Ready to Shine

Proceeds support the Durham Promise Scholarship Fund, which benefits at least one senior at each DPS high school.

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[SoDu Alert] Durham Schools Reassure Against ICE Fears

On Tuesday, Durham Public Schools issued a statement reassuring students, staff, and families that the district is “committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive environment for every student and family that we serve.”

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Durham Public Schools: Menus for Jan. 27-31, 2025

Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students this year. Menus are subject to change without notice.

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[SoDu Alert] Durham Schools Delayed on Friday

Due to potential poor road conditions after freezing temperatures, Durham Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay Friday. Spread the word by sharing this Southpoint Access newsletter with friends and neighbors. Got a tip for your neighborhood news guy? Send email to southpointaccessnews@gmail.com.

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[SoDu Alert] Durham Schools Closed Thursday

All district activities and events are canceled. For staff, it will be an optional remote workday.

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