🌸 Spring Break is Coming Soon! 🌸
Here’s a quick reminder of important Spring Break dates for Duncan Public Schools:
📅 No School: March 13–20
💻 Virtual Day: Monday, March 23
🎒Students Return to Campus: Tuesday, March 24
Enjoy a safe and relaxing break before we finish the school year strong!
Here’s a quick reminder of important Spring Break dates for Duncan Public Schools:
📅 No School: March 13–20
💻 Virtual Day: Monday, March 23
🎒Students Return to Campus: Tuesday, March 24
Enjoy a safe and relaxing break before we finish the school year strong!
🎉Behavior Buddies Dodgeball Fun at Mark Twain! 🎉
Last week’s Behavior Buddies Dodgeball game brought big smiles and friendly competition to Mark Twain! School administrators, teachers, students, and school resource officers all joined in for an exciting match that was the perfect way to wrap up the week.
Everyone had a blast playing together and showing great teamwork. A huge thank-you to the leaders in our district who plan engaging activities like this for our students.
We are DPS Proud!
Last week’s Behavior Buddies Dodgeball game brought big smiles and friendly competition to Mark Twain! School administrators, teachers, students, and school resource officers all joined in for an exciting match that was the perfect way to wrap up the week.
Everyone had a blast playing together and showing great teamwork. A huge thank-you to the leaders in our district who plan engaging activities like this for our students.
We are DPS Proud!
📚 Read Across America Highlights! ❤️🤍💙
Last week was full of smiles, stories, and special guests as we celebrated Read Across America. Visitors from across the district and even state legislators joined in to read to our students.
It was a wonderful week celebrating the joy of reading and the power of community. Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a success.
📸 Enjoy a look back at some of our favorite moments from the week.
Last week was full of smiles, stories, and special guests as we celebrated Read Across America. Visitors from across the district and even state legislators joined in to read to our students.
It was a wonderful week celebrating the joy of reading and the power of community. Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a success.
📸 Enjoy a look back at some of our favorite moments from the week.
📚 2026–2027 Enrollment Information Is Now Available!
We know everyone is excited to get a head start on preparing for the upcoming school year and we are too!
📅 Dates to Remember
March 2: Existing Student Pre-Enrollment Opens (see instructions below)
March 23–April 3: Pre-K Enrollment Opens
March 25: Hooray for Pre-K – Drop off documents at the 9th Street Enrollment Office
April 6–April 16: New to DPS – Kindergarten Only
June 1: 2026–2027 Enrollment Opens
June 1: Out-of-District Transfers Open (online only)
💻 Existing Student Pre-Enrollment Instructions
1. Log in to the Campus Parent app
2. Tap the three lines in the top corner for the dropdown menu
3. Select More
4. Choose Online Registration
5. Click Existing Student Registration
Family Education Center
242 N. 9th St
📞 580-252-6801
📧 enrollment@duncanps.org
We know everyone is excited to get a head start on preparing for the upcoming school year and we are too!
📅 Dates to Remember
March 2: Existing Student Pre-Enrollment Opens (see instructions below)
March 23–April 3: Pre-K Enrollment Opens
March 25: Hooray for Pre-K – Drop off documents at the 9th Street Enrollment Office
April 6–April 16: New to DPS – Kindergarten Only
June 1: 2026–2027 Enrollment Opens
June 1: Out-of-District Transfers Open (online only)
💻 Existing Student Pre-Enrollment Instructions
1. Log in to the Campus Parent app
2. Tap the three lines in the top corner for the dropdown menu
3. Select More
4. Choose Online Registration
5. Click Existing Student Registration
Family Education Center
242 N. 9th St
📞 580-252-6801
📧 enrollment@duncanps.org
If you are a Native American student, parent/guardian, or community member, please take our district Needs Assessment Survey by scanning the QR or using the link below.
Your voice matters! Your input helps shape programs and services that support student success.
Link to survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEWc1IgvCEeI_MMOQT-Wq7qw0_VEZRkBBglYgfLbS8_QMjQQ/viewform
Your voice matters! Your input helps shape programs and services that support student success.
Link to survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEWc1IgvCEeI_MMOQT-Wq7qw0_VEZRkBBglYgfLbS8_QMjQQ/viewform
The Plato 5th Grade Academic Team proudly earned first place at the elementary academic meet held Thursday at First Baptist Church in Duncan.
The meet brought together teams of students from Plato, Marlow, Waurika, Velma, and Silo to compete in a fast-paced quiz competition that tested their knowledge in subjects such as math, science, language arts, and social studies.
The Plato team performed exceptionally well throughout the competition, demonstrating strong teamwork and impressive academic knowledge throughout the competition to secure the top spot.
From left to right: Molly Howard, Coach Amara Burton, Hank Hemphill, Beau Petersen, Braden Woods, Stoney Jiles, Jett Terry, Wesley Rosekelly, Casen Quinn
The meet brought together teams of students from Plato, Marlow, Waurika, Velma, and Silo to compete in a fast-paced quiz competition that tested their knowledge in subjects such as math, science, language arts, and social studies.
The Plato team performed exceptionally well throughout the competition, demonstrating strong teamwork and impressive academic knowledge throughout the competition to secure the top spot.
From left to right: Molly Howard, Coach Amara Burton, Hank Hemphill, Beau Petersen, Braden Woods, Stoney Jiles, Jett Terry, Wesley Rosekelly, Casen Quinn
We are extremely proud of the Duncan 7th & 8th Grade Band and their director Rocio Garcia. This week, they performed at the OSSAA District Band Contest.
They received all Superior ratings from the 3 judges in their Concert portion of the contest and then received a Superior rating in their Sightreading portion of the contest.
This earns them the OSSAA Outstanding Achievement Award, the highest award a Middle School music group can earn.
This shows a lot of hard work on both students and director.
Help us celebrate them!
They received all Superior ratings from the 3 judges in their Concert portion of the contest and then received a Superior rating in their Sightreading portion of the contest.
This earns them the OSSAA Outstanding Achievement Award, the highest award a Middle School music group can earn.
This shows a lot of hard work on both students and director.
Help us celebrate them!
🚌 We’re Hiring a Special Needs Bus Monitor! 🚌
Duncan Public Schools is seeking a caring and dependable Special Needs Bus Monitor to join our transportation team. This important role helps ensure the safety and well-being of students while they travel to and from school.
If you’re patient, compassionate, and dedicated to supporting students with special needs, we’d love to have you on our team.
📝 Apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/duncanps/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation
Duncan Public Schools is seeking a caring and dependable Special Needs Bus Monitor to join our transportation team. This important role helps ensure the safety and well-being of students while they travel to and from school.
If you’re patient, compassionate, and dedicated to supporting students with special needs, we’d love to have you on our team.
📝 Apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/duncanps/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation
🔬 DMS Students Shine at the Oklahoma Science and Math Contest! 🧮
The following students represented Duncan Middle School at the Oklahoma Science and Math Contest in OKC over the weekend, and we couldn’t be prouder of their hard work and achievements!
7th & 8th Grade Competitors:
Ethan Joy, Kayan Patel, and Natalie McNabb
6th Grade Competitors:
MacKenzie Patterson, Lahela Donner, and Branson Hankins
A special congratulations to MacKenzie Patterson, who placed 2nd, and Lahela Donner, who placed 3rd in the competition!
Way to go, DMS students!
The following students represented Duncan Middle School at the Oklahoma Science and Math Contest in OKC over the weekend, and we couldn’t be prouder of their hard work and achievements!
7th & 8th Grade Competitors:
Ethan Joy, Kayan Patel, and Natalie McNabb
6th Grade Competitors:
MacKenzie Patterson, Lahela Donner, and Branson Hankins
A special congratulations to MacKenzie Patterson, who placed 2nd, and Lahela Donner, who placed 3rd in the competition!
Way to go, DMS students!
Our Online Registration System is currently down. We appreciate your patience as we work to get the system restored. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.
💬 Help Shape the Future of Collaboration in Duncan Public Schools!
Duncan Public Schools is honored to participate in the CADRE (Early Dispute Resolution) Pilot Program. Nationally, Oklahoma is one of only ten states chosen for this important initiative, and out of 542 districts statewide, Duncan was selected to help lead this work.
We’re inviting parents and community members to take a few minutes to complete the form linked below and share meaningful feedback. Your input is essential in helping shape practices that strengthen communication, collaboration, and positive outcomes for students and families.
About CADRE:
The Center for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education (CADRE) is a nationally recognized, federally funded resource that provides research and guidance to help parents and special education personnel implement effective conflict resolution strategies within IEP teams.
Please use this link to participate in the Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdImXFK-Uxoyzdiyu1S1gFrwghCsCEYaEAAL1aAPA6FIz8Stw/viewform
Duncan Public Schools is honored to participate in the CADRE (Early Dispute Resolution) Pilot Program. Nationally, Oklahoma is one of only ten states chosen for this important initiative, and out of 542 districts statewide, Duncan was selected to help lead this work.
We’re inviting parents and community members to take a few minutes to complete the form linked below and share meaningful feedback. Your input is essential in helping shape practices that strengthen communication, collaboration, and positive outcomes for students and families.
About CADRE:
The Center for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education (CADRE) is a nationally recognized, federally funded resource that provides research and guidance to help parents and special education personnel implement effective conflict resolution strategies within IEP teams.
Please use this link to participate in the Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdImXFK-Uxoyzdiyu1S1gFrwghCsCEYaEAAL1aAPA6FIz8Stw/viewform
🔬 Hands-On Learning at Duncan Middle School! 🧵
Students at Duncan Middle School are exploring new skills every day, from building houses in STEM and learning about cleaning up oil spills to sewing projects in Mrs. Conn’s class.
We are proud of our students for trying new things, expanding their knowledge, and stepping up to every challenge. A huge thank you to our dedicated staff for creating meaningful, real-world learning experiences that go beyond the classroom.
Students at Duncan Middle School are exploring new skills every day, from building houses in STEM and learning about cleaning up oil spills to sewing projects in Mrs. Conn’s class.
We are proud of our students for trying new things, expanding their knowledge, and stepping up to every challenge. A huge thank you to our dedicated staff for creating meaningful, real-world learning experiences that go beyond the classroom.
⛳️ State Champions Honored at the Capitol! 🏆
Today, our 2025 Duncan High School State Championship Girls Golf Team was recognized at the Oklahoma State Capitol for their incredible achievement!
Congratulations again to our champions and coaches on this well-deserved honor!
We are so proud of our Duncan Lady Demons!
Today, our 2025 Duncan High School State Championship Girls Golf Team was recognized at the Oklahoma State Capitol for their incredible achievement!
Congratulations again to our champions and coaches on this well-deserved honor!
We are so proud of our Duncan Lady Demons!
📣 Attention Native American Families and Community Members!
Duncan Public Schools invites you to our Public Hearing on Monday, March 2nd at 5:30 PM in the DPS Board Room, 1740 W. Spruce Ave.
This meeting is a great opportunity to learn about the proposed Formula Grant Project, share your ideas, and help shape programs that support Native American students.
Your voice matters — we hope to see you there! 🌟
Duncan Public Schools invites you to our Public Hearing on Monday, March 2nd at 5:30 PM in the DPS Board Room, 1740 W. Spruce Ave.
This meeting is a great opportunity to learn about the proposed Formula Grant Project, share your ideas, and help shape programs that support Native American students.
Your voice matters — we hope to see you there! 🌟
📸 Mr. DHS Highlights 📸
Mr. DHS was nothing short of an incredible show! We saw singing, dancing, karate, school spirit, math skills, stand-up comedy, and a whole lot of style! Our participants went above and beyond for the ultimate competition, but there could only be one winner.
🏆Congratulations to Senior Bryson Poindexter, Mr. DHS 2026!
Special shoutout to our intermission entertainers Carlos Lopez and Jacob Conn! 🎤
Great job to DHS our student council members and staff for putting on this fantastic event! You make Duncan Public Schools proud! ✨
More photos from today: https://www.flickr.com/photos/203649335@N05/albums/
Mr. DHS was nothing short of an incredible show! We saw singing, dancing, karate, school spirit, math skills, stand-up comedy, and a whole lot of style! Our participants went above and beyond for the ultimate competition, but there could only be one winner.
🏆Congratulations to Senior Bryson Poindexter, Mr. DHS 2026!
Special shoutout to our intermission entertainers Carlos Lopez and Jacob Conn! 🎤
Great job to DHS our student council members and staff for putting on this fantastic event! You make Duncan Public Schools proud! ✨
More photos from today: https://www.flickr.com/photos/203649335@N05/albums/
🎶 District Band Solo & Ensemble Contest Results! 🏅
Congratulations to our talented Duncan Middle School and Duncan High School band students who earned Superior and Excellent Ratings at the District Band Solo and Ensemble Contest!
We’re so proud of their hard work and commitment to excellence in music! 🎵
Congratulations to our talented Duncan Middle School and Duncan High School band students who earned Superior and Excellent Ratings at the District Band Solo and Ensemble Contest!
We’re so proud of their hard work and commitment to excellence in music! 🎵
☕ Annual Legislative Breakfast at Duncan Middle School ☕
This morning, Duncan Middle School hosted our annual Legislative Breakfast, welcoming State Senators Spencer Kern and Kendal Sacchieri along with State Representative Stacy Jo Adams.
Our guests shared updates on current legislation and took time to listen to our staff’s thoughts and concerns about education. Following breakfast, they visited Mr. Miller’s Journalism class, where they spoke about life as legislators and answered thoughtful questions from students.
Mr. Miller’s students have been working on projects to learn more about their legislators and truly enjoyed the opportunity to meet them in person.
We appreciate our state leaders for taking the time to connect with our staff and students and for their continued support of public education!
This morning, Duncan Middle School hosted our annual Legislative Breakfast, welcoming State Senators Spencer Kern and Kendal Sacchieri along with State Representative Stacy Jo Adams.
Our guests shared updates on current legislation and took time to listen to our staff’s thoughts and concerns about education. Following breakfast, they visited Mr. Miller’s Journalism class, where they spoke about life as legislators and answered thoughtful questions from students.
Mr. Miller’s students have been working on projects to learn more about their legislators and truly enjoyed the opportunity to meet them in person.
We appreciate our state leaders for taking the time to connect with our staff and students and for their continued support of public education!
🌿 Invitation to Bid: Lawn, Parking Lot & Playground Maintenance 🌿
Duncan Public Schools is now accepting bids for Lawn, Parking Lot, and Playground Maintenance services. This contract will run from March 2026 through November 2026.
Interested organizations are encouraged to review all details, requirements, and instructions for submitting a bid using the link below.
🔗https://aptg.co/kMJTzv
For questions, please contact Ben Garland, DPS Maintenance Director, at 580-252-3518.
Please share this opportunity with any organization that may be interested in partnering with us!
Duncan Public Schools is now accepting bids for Lawn, Parking Lot, and Playground Maintenance services. This contract will run from March 2026 through November 2026.
Interested organizations are encouraged to review all details, requirements, and instructions for submitting a bid using the link below.
🔗https://aptg.co/kMJTzv
For questions, please contact Ben Garland, DPS Maintenance Director, at 580-252-3518.
Please share this opportunity with any organization that may be interested in partnering with us!
Yesterday for Behavior Buddies, our 5th grade students completed a fun team building activity.
This activity helped our students work on communication, sportsmanship, and problem solving through friendly competition.
This activity helped our students work on communication, sportsmanship, and problem solving through friendly competition.
🍽️Meal Account Information - Adding Funds Online 🍽️
Thank you for your patience as we’ve transitioned to our new cafeteria system!
We’re excited to share that digital payments are now available for adding funds to your student’s meal accounts. Want to use a debit or credit card? You can now do that easily, just follow the instructions below to get started!
As always, mailing checks or cash to Central Office remains an option. Digital payments are simply an additional, convenient way to manage your student’s school meal funds.
Friendly reminder that Breakfast and Lunch for the 25-26 School Year are Free District Wide. The students that primarily use additional funds are Middle School and High School Students with their ala carte options in the cafeteria. These additional purchases are optional for those students.
Full Article: https://duncanpsok.sites.thrillshare.com/article/2715952
