Durham’s CTE Programs Prepare Students for Growing Trade Industry Needs
Durham's career and technical education programming exposes students to various careers and give them hands-on experience.
After-School Programs in Durham Public Schools Face Limited Space
Durham Public Schools (DPS) holds limited availability in the elementary after-school care programs due to staffing shortages and a lack of funding. The new implementation of Family Responsibility Zones, which mandates any child living within 1.5 miles of their school in DPS may not take the bus, also caused unease. DPS houses 28 elementary and
How K-12 English education has changed in Durham’s public schools
From the length of texts taught to the types of assignments given to students, English education is changing. An English teacher and student from Riverside High School and a literacy specialist from Durham Public Schools weigh in.
Q&A: Superintendent Anthony Lewis explains plans for Durham Public Schools
Anthony Lewis was sworn in as the superintendent of Durham Public Schools on Aug. 12. On Sept. 11, the Durham Voice sat down with Lewis to discuss his experience and goals.
‘Embedded in the community’: Durham’s Counter Culture Coffee promotes sustainability
Counter Culture Coffee, nearing its 30th anniversary in 2025, has grown from its Durham roots into a specialty coffee leader, recognized for its commitment to quality, sustainability and community engagement.
Durham Public School’s New Growing Together Plan
Durham Public Schools (DPS) implemented a plan, the first in the past 30 years, to tackle a grave lack of diversity through socioeconomic integration. Some 2,000 students will be reassigned to new schools as a result of the new zone divisions for DPS.
‘Absolutely love that class’: Students find their voice at high school newspaper
The Pirates’ Hook, Riverside High School’s student-led newspaper, serves more than 1,800 students with print and digital content created by a staff of writers, editors, photographers and more.
Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice opens to the public, providing new opportunities for all
The Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice recently opened to the public, creating new opportunities for individuals who want to learn more about Dr. Rev. Pauli Murray.
