Reminder! No School Monday, February 16th – Presidents Day
Duncan Public Schools will be closed on Monday, February 16th in observance of Presidents Day.
We look forward to seeing all our students back on Tuesday, February 17th!
Duncan Public Schools will be closed on Monday, February 16th in observance of Presidents Day.
We look forward to seeing all our students back on Tuesday, February 17th!
✨Teacher Impact Story ✨
Throughout the school year, we’ll be sharing powerful stories submitted by DPS staff and community members about teachers who made a lasting difference in their lives.
We look forward to celebrating the educators who helped set the Duncan Standard and continue to guide the next generation with heart and purpose. ❤️📚
Stay tuned for more stories of gratitude and inspiration.
Graphic Created by Communications Intern Lesly Vargas-Moreno
Throughout the school year, we’ll be sharing powerful stories submitted by DPS staff and community members about teachers who made a lasting difference in their lives.
We look forward to celebrating the educators who helped set the Duncan Standard and continue to guide the next generation with heart and purpose. ❤️📚
Stay tuned for more stories of gratitude and inspiration.
Graphic Created by Communications Intern Lesly Vargas-Moreno
✨Teacher Impact Story ✨
Throughout the school year, we’ll be sharing powerful stories submitted by DPS staff and community members about teachers who made a lasting difference in their lives.
We look forward to celebrating the educators who helped set the Duncan Standard and continue to guide the next generation with heart and purpose. ❤️📚
Stay tuned for more stories of gratitude and inspiration.
Graphic Created by Communications Intern Lesly Vargas-Moreno
Throughout the school year, we’ll be sharing powerful stories submitted by DPS staff and community members about teachers who made a lasting difference in their lives.
We look forward to celebrating the educators who helped set the Duncan Standard and continue to guide the next generation with heart and purpose. ❤️📚
Stay tuned for more stories of gratitude and inspiration.
Graphic Created by Communications Intern Lesly Vargas-Moreno
🧪 7th Grade STEM Students Visit Duncan Regional Hospital! 🏥
Our 7th grade STEM students enjoyed a fun and educational day at Duncan Regional Hospital! They learned about proper glove techniques, IVs, and even practiced their skills by stitching up an injured orange.
A highlight of the day was the medical PPE relay. This was a fun new addition that had everyone laughing and learning!
We’re grateful for the continued partnership with DRH and their fantastic staff for providing such meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. Our students had a great day!
Our 7th grade STEM students enjoyed a fun and educational day at Duncan Regional Hospital! They learned about proper glove techniques, IVs, and even practiced their skills by stitching up an injured orange.
A highlight of the day was the medical PPE relay. This was a fun new addition that had everyone laughing and learning!
We’re grateful for the continued partnership with DRH and their fantastic staff for providing such meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. Our students had a great day!
💯 100 Days of School! 🎉
Across Duncan Public Schools, classes celebrated the 100th day of school in fun and creative ways and we’re loving every bit of it!
A special shoutout to our Transportation Team for 100 days of safe transportation for our students.
We’re so proud of our incredible DPS team and students and can’t wait to see what the rest of the school year brings!
📸For more photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/203649335@N05/albums/
Across Duncan Public Schools, classes celebrated the 100th day of school in fun and creative ways and we’re loving every bit of it!
A special shoutout to our Transportation Team for 100 days of safe transportation for our students.
We’re so proud of our incredible DPS team and students and can’t wait to see what the rest of the school year brings!
📸For more photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/203649335@N05/albums/
📢 Virtual Day Reminder – Duncan Public Schools
Duncan Public Schools will have a virtual learning day on February 13th.
💻 Students should expect to receive instructions from their teachers regarding the day’s assignments and expectations.
✅ Attendance and participation are still important, so be sure to complete all assigned work.
Thank you for staying engaged and committed to your learning.
Duncan Public Schools will have a virtual learning day on February 13th.
💻 Students should expect to receive instructions from their teachers regarding the day’s assignments and expectations.
✅ Attendance and participation are still important, so be sure to complete all assigned work.
Thank you for staying engaged and committed to your learning.
📣 Duncan High School Internship Applications Due February 20th
For Current Sophomores & Juniors (Next Year’s Juniors & Seniors Only)
Students & Parents — applications are now open for the Duncan High School Pathways to Future Careers Internship Program for the upcoming school year!
This program gives students the chance to gain real-world, hands-on experience in a career field of interest while still in high school.
What to know:
• Students leave campus for two class periods each day to intern with a local business or organization
• This is a for-credit academic class, not just a release period
• Students attend class weekly and complete reflections and career-readiness assignments
Who can apply?
Students who will be juniors or seniors next year.
Admission is based on readiness and responsibility. Students must:
✔ Maintain C’s or higher in all classes
✔ Have good attendance
✔ Demonstrate positive behavior and dependability
✔ Show maturity in a professional setting
Expectations once accepted:
Students are expected to treat this like a real job — communicate directly with supervisors, be on time, stay engaged, follow dress codes, and maintain strong grades and attendance. Failure to meet expectations may result in removal from the program.
Why this program matters:
Students gain valuable workplace experience, build resumes, develop professional references, explore career paths, and grow in confidence and independence. Many students even build connections that lead to future job opportunities.
How to apply:
1️⃣ Pick up an application
2️⃣ Complete all sections carefully
3️⃣ Turn it in by February 20th
Spots are limited and placements are based on student readiness, interests, and available community partners.
Students with questions should stop by Room 142 to visit Mrs. Prichard.
This program is a privilege and an incredible step toward the future. We’re excited to help students explore careers, grow, and gain real-world experience!
For Current Sophomores & Juniors (Next Year’s Juniors & Seniors Only)
Students & Parents — applications are now open for the Duncan High School Pathways to Future Careers Internship Program for the upcoming school year!
This program gives students the chance to gain real-world, hands-on experience in a career field of interest while still in high school.
What to know:
• Students leave campus for two class periods each day to intern with a local business or organization
• This is a for-credit academic class, not just a release period
• Students attend class weekly and complete reflections and career-readiness assignments
Who can apply?
Students who will be juniors or seniors next year.
Admission is based on readiness and responsibility. Students must:
✔ Maintain C’s or higher in all classes
✔ Have good attendance
✔ Demonstrate positive behavior and dependability
✔ Show maturity in a professional setting
Expectations once accepted:
Students are expected to treat this like a real job — communicate directly with supervisors, be on time, stay engaged, follow dress codes, and maintain strong grades and attendance. Failure to meet expectations may result in removal from the program.
Why this program matters:
Students gain valuable workplace experience, build resumes, develop professional references, explore career paths, and grow in confidence and independence. Many students even build connections that lead to future job opportunities.
How to apply:
1️⃣ Pick up an application
2️⃣ Complete all sections carefully
3️⃣ Turn it in by February 20th
Spots are limited and placements are based on student readiness, interests, and available community partners.
Students with questions should stop by Room 142 to visit Mrs. Prichard.
This program is a privilege and an incredible step toward the future. We’re excited to help students explore careers, grow, and gain real-world experience!
🎶 DHS Show Choir Competition – Wednesday, February 11! 🎤
The DHS Vocal Music Department will host its annual Show Choir Competition on Wednesday, February 11.
Come support Reflections as they take the stage at 1:00 PM! The event is open to the public and seating is first come, first served.
Our talented students have worked hard preparing an incredible show.
The DHS Vocal Music Department will host its annual Show Choir Competition on Wednesday, February 11.
Come support Reflections as they take the stage at 1:00 PM! The event is open to the public and seating is first come, first served.
Our talented students have worked hard preparing an incredible show.
⚾️ Thank You, Duncan Rotary Club! ⚾️
A few of our Duncan Demon baseball players had the opportunity to attend the Rotary Club meeting last week alongside Coach Smith — Blaze Black, Ty Lane, Atticus Booth, and Jayce Ramirez.
We appreciate the Rotary Club for welcoming our students and supporting Duncan Public Schools.
A few of our Duncan Demon baseball players had the opportunity to attend the Rotary Club meeting last week alongside Coach Smith — Blaze Black, Ty Lane, Atticus Booth, and Jayce Ramirez.
We appreciate the Rotary Club for welcoming our students and supporting Duncan Public Schools.
📢 Virtual Day Reminder – Duncan Public Schools
Duncan Public Schools will have a virtual learning day on February 13th.
💻 Students should expect to receive instructions from their teachers regarding the day’s assignments and expectations.
✅ Attendance and participation are still important, so be sure to complete all assigned work.
Thank you for staying engaged and committed to your learning.
Duncan Public Schools will have a virtual learning day on February 13th.
💻 Students should expect to receive instructions from their teachers regarding the day’s assignments and expectations.
✅ Attendance and participation are still important, so be sure to complete all assigned work.
Thank you for staying engaged and committed to your learning.
District-Wide Make-Up Day: Friday, April 3rd
Duncan Public Schools will be in school for a make-up day on Friday, April 3rd.
All inclement weather days were used during the January snow and ice storm, requiring one day to be made up to meet state attendance requirements.
We understand this adjustment may cause some inconvenience and appreciate the flexibility of our families and staff.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding.
Duncan Public Schools will be in school for a make-up day on Friday, April 3rd.
All inclement weather days were used during the January snow and ice storm, requiring one day to be made up to meet state attendance requirements.
We understand this adjustment may cause some inconvenience and appreciate the flexibility of our families and staff.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding.
📚 Leadership Duncan Visits Mark Twain Elementary! 🌟
Mark Twain Elementary had some special visitors from Leadership Duncan Class 30 last week in preparation for their upcoming Education Day.
We love the opportunity to showcase our amazing students and staff and truly appreciate the continued partnership we share with Leadership Duncan.
Mark Twain Elementary had some special visitors from Leadership Duncan Class 30 last week in preparation for their upcoming Education Day.
We love the opportunity to showcase our amazing students and staff and truly appreciate the continued partnership we share with Leadership Duncan.
💼 DECA State Competition Success! 🏆
Duncan High School DECA had an outstanding showing at the DECA State Competition on Wednesday!
Participants:
Kamryn Johnson
Cooper Edwards
Jasmine Simpson
Staci Strachan
Brycen Toth
Bryce White
Finalists:
Cooper Edwards
Brycen Toth
Jasmine Simpson
Staci Strachan
3rd Place Finishers:
Jasmine Simpson
Staci Strachan
Congratulations to all six participants for representing Duncan with excellence, professionalism, and setting The Duncan Standard!
Duncan High School DECA had an outstanding showing at the DECA State Competition on Wednesday!
Participants:
Kamryn Johnson
Cooper Edwards
Jasmine Simpson
Staci Strachan
Brycen Toth
Bryce White
Finalists:
Cooper Edwards
Brycen Toth
Jasmine Simpson
Staci Strachan
3rd Place Finishers:
Jasmine Simpson
Staci Strachan
Congratulations to all six participants for representing Duncan with excellence, professionalism, and setting The Duncan Standard!
📌 Transition Resource Fair - TONIGHT!📌
Join us for the Transition Resource Fair on February 5, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Red River Technology Center (Rooms 508/510).
This event is open to students with IEPs and 504s, ages 3–22, and their families.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with local agencies and organizations that provide transition assistance and resources designed to support students.
For questions or more information, please contact jessica.clayton@duncanps.org.
We hope to see you there!
Join us for the Transition Resource Fair on February 5, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Red River Technology Center (Rooms 508/510).
This event is open to students with IEPs and 504s, ages 3–22, and their families.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with local agencies and organizations that provide transition assistance and resources designed to support students.
For questions or more information, please contact jessica.clayton@duncanps.org.
We hope to see you there!
DATE CHANGED! ⛳🎾 First Annual Duncan High School Tennis Team Golf Tournament 🎾⛳
We’re excited to announce the First Annual DHS Tennis Team Golf Tournament—and we’d love for YOU to be part of it!
📅 March 16, 2026 (New Date!)
📍 Four-Man Scramble - Duncan Golf and Tennis Club
🕚 11:00 AM – Registration & Lunch
🕛 12:00 PM – Shotgun Start
💰 $125 per player | $500 per team
This tournament helps support the Duncan High School Tennis program, offset costs for our athletes, and continue building something special for our kids.
🙌 Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
• Hole Sponsors
• Practice Facility Sponsor
• Silver & Gold Sponsorships
Great exposure for local businesses while supporting DHS students!
📞 To register or sponsor:
Contact Toni Howard at (580) 860-4197
Grab your team, share this post, and help us make our first tournament a huge success!
Thank you for supporting Duncan High School Tennis 💚❤️🎾
We’re excited to announce the First Annual DHS Tennis Team Golf Tournament—and we’d love for YOU to be part of it!
📅 March 16, 2026 (New Date!)
📍 Four-Man Scramble - Duncan Golf and Tennis Club
🕚 11:00 AM – Registration & Lunch
🕛 12:00 PM – Shotgun Start
💰 $125 per player | $500 per team
This tournament helps support the Duncan High School Tennis program, offset costs for our athletes, and continue building something special for our kids.
🙌 Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
• Hole Sponsors
• Practice Facility Sponsor
• Silver & Gold Sponsorships
Great exposure for local businesses while supporting DHS students!
📞 To register or sponsor:
Contact Toni Howard at (580) 860-4197
Grab your team, share this post, and help us make our first tournament a huge success!
Thank you for supporting Duncan High School Tennis 💚❤️🎾
Duncan High School Only
Late Start on Thursday February 5th, 2026
Classes begin at 9:30am
Due to ongoing repairs by the City of Duncan on a water main break, Duncan High School will operate on a late start schedule on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Classes will begin at 9:30am to allow time for the issue to be resolved. Doors will open for students at 8:45am.
If the water main break is not repaired in time, the day will shift to a virtual learning day for Duncan High School only. Updates will be shared as soon as possible through school communication channels.
Bus Riders: Please plan to be at your bus stop 1.5 hours later than your normal pickup time.
Example: If your normal pickup time is 6:00am, be at your bus stop at 7:30am.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we work through this situation.
Late Start on Thursday February 5th, 2026
Classes begin at 9:30am
Due to ongoing repairs by the City of Duncan on a water main break, Duncan High School will operate on a late start schedule on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Classes will begin at 9:30am to allow time for the issue to be resolved. Doors will open for students at 8:45am.
If the water main break is not repaired in time, the day will shift to a virtual learning day for Duncan High School only. Updates will be shared as soon as possible through school communication channels.
Bus Riders: Please plan to be at your bus stop 1.5 hours later than your normal pickup time.
Example: If your normal pickup time is 6:00am, be at your bus stop at 7:30am.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we work through this situation.
🌟Global Play Day in Pre-K! 🌟
Today, our Pre-K students joined children around the world in celebrating Global Play Day — a day dedicated to the power of unstructured, screen-free play!
From building and creating to exploring and imagining, our youngest learners spent the day discovering new ways to play, connect, and grow together.
Global Play Day began in 2015 and now includes schools from more than 75 countries, all celebrating the importance of creativity, collaboration, and fun in learning.
📸More photos from today: Duncan Public Schools’s albums | Flickr
📣 Once Upon a POM Clinic – Performance Date Rescheduled! ✨
Due to an emergency water shutoff at Duncan High School, we will need to reschedule the POM Clinic performance.
The new performance date is Tuesday, February 10th, during halftime of the high school girls basketball game.
We appreciate everyone’s understanding and can’t wait to see our POM Clinic participants shine next week!
🎉 Grand Re-Opening: Pre-K STEM Basement! ✨
Our Pre-K STEM basement has officially reopened and it’s better than ever! This revitalized space is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning for our youngest learners.
🎥 Watch the video linked below to see the space and hear from our amazing teachers about what this space means for our students.
https://youtu.be/1QtdI7cy_Hg
Our Pre-K STEM basement has officially reopened and it’s better than ever! This revitalized space is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning for our youngest learners.
🎥 Watch the video linked below to see the space and hear from our amazing teachers about what this space means for our students.
https://youtu.be/1QtdI7cy_Hg
❤️Baked Potato Fundraiser Tonight at 5:30pm!❤️
Join us Friday, January 30th for our DHS Basketball Annual Cancer Night as we come together to support two of our own, Mr. Ellis and Mrs. Phillips, as they continue their fight against cancer.
📍 HS Gym
⏰ Starts at 5:30 PM
🥔 Baked Potato Dinner – $10 (includes spud, dessert, & drink)
All proceeds from the night will be donated directly to support these amazing teachers and their families.
Join us Friday, January 30th for our DHS Basketball Annual Cancer Night as we come together to support two of our own, Mr. Ellis and Mrs. Phillips, as they continue their fight against cancer.
📍 HS Gym
⏰ Starts at 5:30 PM
🥔 Baked Potato Dinner – $10 (includes spud, dessert, & drink)
All proceeds from the night will be donated directly to support these amazing teachers and their families.
