Celebrating Earth Day Across Duncan Public Schools! 🌍
Our students across the district have been hard at work on their Earth Day projects, and we couldn't be more proud!
Thank you to our teachers for inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards. Together, we're making a difference!
Happy Earth Day! 🌱
Our students across the district have been hard at work on their Earth Day projects, and we couldn't be more proud!
Thank you to our teachers for inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards. Together, we're making a difference!
Happy Earth Day! 🌱
🌾 Happy Oklahoma Day!
Today, Duncan Public Schools celebrates the rich history, culture, and spirit of our great state.
We are proud to be part of Oklahoma’s vibrant community and committed to fostering learning and growth for all our students.
#EveryDayMatters #ItsAlwaysAGreatDayToBeADuncanDemon
Celebrating Our New Teachers! 🍦🎉
This week, we hosted an ice cream party and award ceremony to honor our incredible new teachers who joined the Duncan team this school year!
Each award was thoughtfully crafted to recognize the unique contributions and hard work of our new staff members. Mentors and principals shared stories about the ways these educators have excelled and made an impact.
It was an afternoon filled with celebration, gratitude, and pride as we recognized the dedication these teachers bring to our students every single day.
We are so thankful that so many incredible people chose to be a part of the Duncan team this year!
❤️ Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🖤
Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes, our administrative professionals! With the countless details that keep our schools moving forward, your dedication does not go unnoticed.
Duncan Public Schools is grateful for all that you do each and every day. Your hard work, patience, and commitment make a difference for our students, staff, and community.
Join us in saying THANK YOU to our amazing administrative team!
Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes, our administrative professionals! With the countless details that keep our schools moving forward, your dedication does not go unnoticed.
Duncan Public Schools is grateful for all that you do each and every day. Your hard work, patience, and commitment make a difference for our students, staff, and community.
Join us in saying THANK YOU to our amazing administrative team!
Adulting 101: Preparing Our Students for Life After High School
Yesterday, our Juniors and Seniors participated in Adulting 101 Day - a full day dedicated to building essential life skills and preparing for the future!
Students selected 4 workshops from a variety of topics including:
• Insurance
• Applying for jobs & professionalism
• Mental health & healthy relationships
• Checking and savings accounts
• Cooking on a healthy budget
• Surviving college
• Budgeting and loans
• Housing 101
• And more!
The other half of the day featured a hands-on budgeting activity in the gymnasium, where students navigated real-life decisions about homes, transportation, food, vacations, family care, banking, and other expenses.
This day was designed to help our students grow, enhance their life skills, expand their knowledge, and feel confident as they prepare for life after high school!
A huge thank you to our community volunteers and staff for their dedication to this project and our students! We know our students had a fun day and took away life lessons they will use in the future. They made meaningful connections and learned valuable skills that will serve them well beyond graduation.
We're proud to equip our Duncan Demons with the tools they need to succeed in whatever path they choose!
Yesterday, our Juniors and Seniors participated in Adulting 101 Day - a full day dedicated to building essential life skills and preparing for the future!
Students selected 4 workshops from a variety of topics including:
• Insurance
• Applying for jobs & professionalism
• Mental health & healthy relationships
• Checking and savings accounts
• Cooking on a healthy budget
• Surviving college
• Budgeting and loans
• Housing 101
• And more!
The other half of the day featured a hands-on budgeting activity in the gymnasium, where students navigated real-life decisions about homes, transportation, food, vacations, family care, banking, and other expenses.
This day was designed to help our students grow, enhance their life skills, expand their knowledge, and feel confident as they prepare for life after high school!
A huge thank you to our community volunteers and staff for their dedication to this project and our students! We know our students had a fun day and took away life lessons they will use in the future. They made meaningful connections and learned valuable skills that will serve them well beyond graduation.
We're proud to equip our Duncan Demons with the tools they need to succeed in whatever path they choose!
Win the Moment! 2026 Duncan Demon Boys Basketball Camp 🏀
Calling all future Demons! Join us for the 2026 Duncan Demon Boys Basketball Camp - where we focus on Fundamentals ⭐ Fun ⭐ Competition ⭐ Character!
DATES: June 8th-10th
AGE: 1st-6th Grade (next school year)
TIME:
• 9am-11am (1st-3rd Grade)
• 12pm-2pm (4th-6th Grade)
LOCATION: Duncan High School Gymnasium
BONUS: Sign up in advance to guarantee a camp t-shirt!
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
• Venmo or Cash App
• Cash/Check at the door on the first day of camp
SIGN UP TODAY!
Link: https://forms.gle/cuza6gWtPxZRmYMq5
Questions? Contact Coach Zac Knox
📞 (405) 990-1477
📧 zac.knox@duncanps.org
Calling all future Demons! Join us for the 2026 Duncan Demon Boys Basketball Camp - where we focus on Fundamentals ⭐ Fun ⭐ Competition ⭐ Character!
DATES: June 8th-10th
AGE: 1st-6th Grade (next school year)
TIME:
• 9am-11am (1st-3rd Grade)
• 12pm-2pm (4th-6th Grade)
LOCATION: Duncan High School Gymnasium
BONUS: Sign up in advance to guarantee a camp t-shirt!
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
• Venmo or Cash App
• Cash/Check at the door on the first day of camp
SIGN UP TODAY!
Link: https://forms.gle/cuza6gWtPxZRmYMq5
Questions? Contact Coach Zac Knox
📞 (405) 990-1477
📧 zac.knox@duncanps.org
Congratulations, Dr. Byerly! 2026 OASA District 15 Superintendent of the Year! 🎉🏆
Dr. Byerly leads our district with a clear vision for the future of our students, staff, and community. Her leadership is grounded in service, strengthened through relationships, and driven by her deep commitment to Duncan. She empowers our staff, encourages our students, and works every single day to make a lasting impact.
This well-deserved recognition was awarded by her peers across the state - a true testament to the respect and impact she has earned.
We are fortunate to have you leading Duncan Public Schools!
Dr. Byerly leads our district with a clear vision for the future of our students, staff, and community. Her leadership is grounded in service, strengthened through relationships, and driven by her deep commitment to Duncan. She empowers our staff, encourages our students, and works every single day to make a lasting impact.
This well-deserved recognition was awarded by her peers across the state - a true testament to the respect and impact she has earned.
We are fortunate to have you leading Duncan Public Schools!
We're Hiring! Elementary Principal Position Available 🍎
Duncan Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Principal for the 2026-2027 school year!
Apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/duncanps/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1
Duncan Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Principal for the 2026-2027 school year!
Apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/duncanps/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1
We Need Your Input! Title I Parent Survey 📋✨
Attention families with students at:
• Emerson Elementary
• Horace Mann Elementary
• Mark Twain Elementary
• Plato Elementary
• Woodrow Wilson Elementary
• Duncan Middle School
• Duncan High School
We need your help! Please take a few minutes to complete the 2025-2026 Title I Parent Survey.
Your feedback is invaluable and will help us evaluate the effectiveness of programs at your student's school. This survey is anonymous, but if you would like a follow-up, you can include your name and contact information at the end.
📱 Take the survey here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezZE0VprKLaPrDE1s-iZ5Wqh2t9s0e5tvOYw56GRbXD_09oA/viewform
Thank you for partnering with us to make our schools the best they can be for every student!
Attention families with students at:
• Emerson Elementary
• Horace Mann Elementary
• Mark Twain Elementary
• Plato Elementary
• Woodrow Wilson Elementary
• Duncan Middle School
• Duncan High School
We need your help! Please take a few minutes to complete the 2025-2026 Title I Parent Survey.
Your feedback is invaluable and will help us evaluate the effectiveness of programs at your student's school. This survey is anonymous, but if you would like a follow-up, you can include your name and contact information at the end.
📱 Take the survey here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezZE0VprKLaPrDE1s-iZ5Wqh2t9s0e5tvOYw56GRbXD_09oA/viewform
Thank you for partnering with us to make our schools the best they can be for every student!
DMS STEM Applications Now Available! 🔬💡
Attention Duncan Middle School families!
STEM applications are now available for the 2026-2027 school year!
If your student is interested in participating in STEM next school year, please have them pick up an application from the front office or STEM classrooms and return it to the DMS office by April 30th.
Important to know:
STEM courses that require an application replace a student's regular science course. More information about STEM courses is provided on the application.
Don't miss this opportunity for your student to explore hands-on learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math!
Attention Duncan Middle School families!
STEM applications are now available for the 2026-2027 school year!
If your student is interested in participating in STEM next school year, please have them pick up an application from the front office or STEM classrooms and return it to the DMS office by April 30th.
Important to know:
STEM courses that require an application replace a student's regular science course. More information about STEM courses is provided on the application.
Don't miss this opportunity for your student to explore hands-on learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math!
DHS Sophomore Brings Home State Runner-Up Honor! 🏆🎤
Congratulations to Duncan High School sophomore Davis Wheeler for an outstanding performance at the OSSAA 6A and 5A Speech and Debate State Championship held this past weekend at Tulsa Community College!
Davis returned home as the State Runner-Up in 5A Original Oratory – an incredible achievement, especially considering this was his first year competing in Speech and Debate!
In Original Oratory, students write, memorize, and deliver a speech on any subject of their choice. Davis' success is a true testament to his will, determination, and exceptional talent.
We are so proud of you, Davis!
Congratulations to Duncan High School sophomore Davis Wheeler for an outstanding performance at the OSSAA 6A and 5A Speech and Debate State Championship held this past weekend at Tulsa Community College!
Davis returned home as the State Runner-Up in 5A Original Oratory – an incredible achievement, especially considering this was his first year competing in Speech and Debate!
In Original Oratory, students write, memorize, and deliver a speech on any subject of their choice. Davis' success is a true testament to his will, determination, and exceptional talent.
We are so proud of you, Davis!
📅 No School Reminder!
There will be no school on Friday, April 24th per the Duncan Public Schools district calendar.
Please take note of the remaining no school days for the 2025–2026 school year:
• Friday April 24
• Friday May 1
• Friday May 8
• Friday May 15
🎓 Last Day of School: Thursday May 21
2026-2027 District Calendar is Available Here: https://www.duncanps.org/o/dps/page/2024-calendar-and-hours-page
There will be no school on Friday, April 24th per the Duncan Public Schools district calendar.
Please take note of the remaining no school days for the 2025–2026 school year:
• Friday April 24
• Friday May 1
• Friday May 8
• Friday May 15
🎓 Last Day of School: Thursday May 21
2026-2027 District Calendar is Available Here: https://www.duncanps.org/o/dps/page/2024-calendar-and-hours-page
Thank You, Endurance Federal Credit Union! 🍩
We want to give a huge shout-out to Endurance Federal Credit Union for providing donuts for our staff across the district during testing!
Your generosity and support mean so much to us. Thank you for fueling our team and showing your appreciation for all the hard work that goes into supporting our students during testing season!
We want to give a huge shout-out to Endurance Federal Credit Union for providing donuts for our staff across the district during testing!
Your generosity and support mean so much to us. Thank you for fueling our team and showing your appreciation for all the hard work that goes into supporting our students during testing season!
DMS Students Recognized by Oklahoma Bar Association! ⚖️🎓
Congratulations to two outstanding Duncan Middle School students who received recognition from the Oklahoma Bar Association for their participation in the Law Day Essay Contest!
Jackson Simmons (7th grade) and Sophia Tanner (8th grade) were honored with certificates for demonstrating an exceptional understanding of how the rule of law supports the American Dream.
We are so proud of Jackson and Sophia for their hard work, critical thinking, and excellent writing! Thank you, Mrs. Outhier, for inspiring our students to engage with important civic concepts!
Congratulations to two outstanding Duncan Middle School students who received recognition from the Oklahoma Bar Association for their participation in the Law Day Essay Contest!
Jackson Simmons (7th grade) and Sophia Tanner (8th grade) were honored with certificates for demonstrating an exceptional understanding of how the rule of law supports the American Dream.
We are so proud of Jackson and Sophia for their hard work, critical thinking, and excellent writing! Thank you, Mrs. Outhier, for inspiring our students to engage with important civic concepts!
Come learn the game of softball with the State Runner-Up Lady Demons!
The Duncan High School Softball Team is hosting camps this spring for 1st–6th graders. Players will learn the fundamentals of throwing, fielding, and baserunning from Duncan High School coaches and players.
📍 Location: Duncan High School Softball Field
💲 Cost: $40 per player (registration opens at 8 AM on the day of camp)
Camp Dates:
1st & 2nd Graders: Friday, April 17 | 9 AM–Noon
3rd & 4th Graders: Friday, May 8th | 9 AM–Noon
5th & 6th Graders: Friday, May 1 | 9 AM–Noon
Don’t miss this chance to sharpen your skills, make new friends, and spend the day with the Lady Demons!
For more information, email Coach Miller at jimmy.miller@duncanps.org
The Duncan High School Softball Team is hosting camps this spring for 1st–6th graders. Players will learn the fundamentals of throwing, fielding, and baserunning from Duncan High School coaches and players.
📍 Location: Duncan High School Softball Field
💲 Cost: $40 per player (registration opens at 8 AM on the day of camp)
Camp Dates:
1st & 2nd Graders: Friday, April 17 | 9 AM–Noon
3rd & 4th Graders: Friday, May 8th | 9 AM–Noon
5th & 6th Graders: Friday, May 1 | 9 AM–Noon
Don’t miss this chance to sharpen your skills, make new friends, and spend the day with the Lady Demons!
For more information, email Coach Miller at jimmy.miller@duncanps.org
How to Update Your Address with the District 🏠📍
If your household received a letter from the City of Duncan regarding a change to your current address to comply with new emergency requirements, we need a NEW "Proof of Residence" document with your NEW address on it.
Acceptable Proof of Residence (must be in parent/guardian name):
- Residential Property Tax Statement
- Housing contract with the closing date
- Current Lease/Rental agreement
- Mortgage statement with your name and address
- Current gas, electricity, water bill, or deposit
We understand that this change may take some time to process and reflect on your documents. Please bring your updated proof of residence to the Enrollment Office at 212 N 9th St, Duncan, OK as soon as it becomes available to ensure our records are accurate.
If you have questions, contact the Enrollment Office at 580-252-6801 or enrollment@duncanps.org.
If your household received a letter from the City of Duncan regarding a change to your current address to comply with new emergency requirements, we need a NEW "Proof of Residence" document with your NEW address on it.
Acceptable Proof of Residence (must be in parent/guardian name):
- Residential Property Tax Statement
- Housing contract with the closing date
- Current Lease/Rental agreement
- Mortgage statement with your name and address
- Current gas, electricity, water bill, or deposit
We understand that this change may take some time to process and reflect on your documents. Please bring your updated proof of residence to the Enrollment Office at 212 N 9th St, Duncan, OK as soon as it becomes available to ensure our records are accurate.
If you have questions, contact the Enrollment Office at 580-252-6801 or enrollment@duncanps.org.
DHS Band Earns OSSAA Sweepstakes Award 🎺🏆
We are incredibly proud of our DHS Band students!
Today, they received Superior ratings in both Concert Performance and Sight-Reading at the OSSAA State Band Contest. Combined with their Superior rating at the Regional Marching Contest, this earns them the OSSAA Sweepstakes Award, the highest award given to music groups in the state.
This is a tremendous accomplishment that reflects dedication, hard work, and resilience. Congratulations to our students, directors, and everyone who supported them along the way!
We are incredibly proud of our DHS Band students!
Today, they received Superior ratings in both Concert Performance and Sight-Reading at the OSSAA State Band Contest. Combined with their Superior rating at the Regional Marching Contest, this earns them the OSSAA Sweepstakes Award, the highest award given to music groups in the state.
This is a tremendous accomplishment that reflects dedication, hard work, and resilience. Congratulations to our students, directors, and everyone who supported them along the way!
DHS Varsity Choirs Shine at OSSAA West 5A State Choir Contest 🎶🏆
Congratulations to our Varsity Choirs for an outstanding showing at the OSSAA State Choir Contest.
All three groups, Mixed Choir, Women’s Choir, and Treble Choir, received Superior ratings on stage, the highest score possible.
In sight-reading, our choirs also earned strong marks:
Mixed Choir: Excellent
Treble Choir: Excellent
Men’s Choir: Good
Way to go, DHS Choir!
Congratulations to our Varsity Choirs for an outstanding showing at the OSSAA State Choir Contest.
All three groups, Mixed Choir, Women’s Choir, and Treble Choir, received Superior ratings on stage, the highest score possible.
In sight-reading, our choirs also earned strong marks:
Mixed Choir: Excellent
Treble Choir: Excellent
Men’s Choir: Good
Way to go, DHS Choir!
Hands-On Car Care in Tween Life at DMS 🚗🔧
Mrs. Conn’s Tween Life class just wrapped up a unit on car care, and our 8th graders got a hands-on look at vehicles thanks to some amazing community support.
A big thank you to our community volunteers and our friends at Billingsly Ford for taking the time to visit, share their knowledge, and help make this unit come to life. We appreciate your partnership and the way you invest in our students.
Mrs. Conn’s Tween Life class just wrapped up a unit on car care, and our 8th graders got a hands-on look at vehicles thanks to some amazing community support.
A big thank you to our community volunteers and our friends at Billingsly Ford for taking the time to visit, share their knowledge, and help make this unit come to life. We appreciate your partnership and the way you invest in our students.
📅 No School Reminder!
There will be no school on Friday, April 17th per the Duncan Public Schools district calendar.
Please take note of the remaining no school days for the 2025–2026 school year:
• Friday April 17
• Friday April 24
• Friday May 1
• Friday May 8
• Friday May 15
🎓 Last Day of School: Thursday May 21
2026-2027 District Calendar is Available Here: https://www.duncanps.org/o/dps/page/2024-calendar-and-hours-page
There will be no school on Friday, April 17th per the Duncan Public Schools district calendar.
Please take note of the remaining no school days for the 2025–2026 school year:
• Friday April 17
• Friday April 24
• Friday May 1
• Friday May 8
• Friday May 15
🎓 Last Day of School: Thursday May 21
2026-2027 District Calendar is Available Here: https://www.duncanps.org/o/dps/page/2024-calendar-and-hours-page
