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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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North Carolina public schools – especially Title I schools – are eligible to apply for their share of $1 million in funding for field trips that give students hands-on educational experiences at locations run by the state’s Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR). Speaking alongside DNCR Secretary Reid Wilson at
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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
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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 Oct. 28 * Grits bar with various toppings. * Assorted cereal. * Fresh fruit. Oct. 29 * Grits bar with various toppings. * Overnight oats. * Fresh fruit. Oct. 30 * Jumbo waffles with
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[UPDATED 10/24/24: The DPS Board of Education voted on Oct. 24 to move the transportation strategies topic to the Nov. 7 work session to ensure the proper personnel can attend to answer questions.] Transportation managers at Durham Public Schools on Thursday expect to discuss tactics within two primary
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The 2024 Crayons2Calculators Fill That Bus! campaign, in partnership with the Durham Public Schools Foundation, raised more than $50,000 to support teachers and students in Durham Public Schools. This year’s donations nearly doubled last year’s total. Aetna’s $20,000 contribution played a pivotal role in the