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The Stanford L. Warren library branch, closed in 2021 to undergo extensive repairs after water intruded into the building, is set to reopen on Dec. 12. The Board of County Commissioners in October 2023 approved an additional $1.9 million for interior renovations. During the closure, county and library leaders
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On Saturday, families can meet with educators and administrators from Durham Public Schools to learn what the district has to offer their children. The annual Showcase of Schools is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23, at N.C. Central University’s Student Center
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Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students this year. Menus are subject to change without notice. Kindergarten through 12th Grade Breakfast Nov. 18 * Breakfast muffin with cheese stick. * Yogurt cup and granola. * Fruit. Nov. 19 * Assorted fruited bread slice. * Yogurt cup and granola. * Fruit. Nov. 20 * Hot pancakes
![[SoDu Gallery] Jordan High School Fall Market](/content/images/size/w600/wordpress/2024/11/market2.png)
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The Future Farmers of America at C.E. Jordan High School on Saturday hosted a Fall Market and Plant Sale featuring vendors from throughout Durham. Southpoint Access was a proud participant! Young photographer John Michael Platt, son of Wes Platt (editor and publisher), captured a few images for this gallery.
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Thirty-six Durham schools are expected to share $168,400 in grants from the Durham Public Schools Foundation to support transformation projects in categories of innovation and mental health/wellness. “We are thrilled to present these grants to schools across our district,” said Erika Wilkins, DPSF executive director. “We believe in
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One short-term fix for transportation problems in Durham Public Schools may be a rotational coverage approach that ensures the district avoids leaving the most vulnerable students without a way to get to and from school. During Thursday’s work session, DPS transportation officials discussed the prospect of choosing one day
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Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students this year. Menus are subject to change without notice. NOTE: Monday, Nov. 11, is a no-school day due to Veterans Day. Kindergarten through 12th Grade Breakfast Nov. 11 * NO SCHOOL TODAY. Nov. 12 * Egg and cheese biscuit. * Yogurt cup and grahams.
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School improvement plans, transportation service problems, and masters pay are among the topics on the agenda for the Nov. 7 work session of the Durham Public Schools Board of Education. The consent agenda – items likely to be approved without discussion – include: * Delegates and agenda for the upcoming North Carolina School
![[UPDATED: 11/2/24] Southpoint Access Joins Effort to Support Hope Valley Elementary Snack Fund](/content/images/size/w600/wordpress/2024/10/snacks2024.png)
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[UPDATED with this editor’s note on Nov. 2, 2024: Any business that matches or exceeds the Southpoint Access contribution of $250 is eligible to get 30 days of free advertising on this site. Reach out to southpointaccessnews@gmail.com for details.] The Hope Valley Elementary PTA is rallying the
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Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students this year. Menus are subject to change without notice. NOTE: Tuesday, Nov. 5, is a no-school day due to the general election. Kindergarten through 12th Grade Breakfast Nov. 4 * Assorted breakfast muffin and sunflower seed kernels. * Yogurt cup and granola. * Fresh
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During third period on Oct. 29, about 500 students at C.E. Jordan High School left class and walked onto the track to protest North Carolina Senate Bill 49, according to The Falcon Post, Jordan’s school news site. The law, enacted in August 2023 after an override by the
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Durham Public Schools families with children who live with disabilities are invited to connect with the Durham Advocates for Exceptional Children during their fall meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 29. The meeting is open to caregivers, educators, administrators, students, support staff, and members of the community. The advocates want to explore