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!
📅 No School Reminder!
There will be no school on Friday, May 1st per the Duncan Public Schools district calendar.
Please take note of the remaining no school days for the 2025–2026 school year:
• 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, May 1st per the Duncan Public Schools district calendar.
Please take note of the remaining no school days for the 2025–2026 school year:
• 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
✨ DUNCAN PROM - ADMITTANCE POLICY 💃🕺
Important Reminder for Prom Night!
All students must present ID upon arrival. Student ID badges and drivers licenses are acceptable for Duncan students and guests.
🎫 No entry without ID! Absolutely no exceptions!
Make sure you have your identification ready so you can get straight to dancing and making memories!
Important Reminder for Prom Night!
All students must present ID upon arrival. Student ID badges and drivers licenses are acceptable for Duncan students and guests.
🎫 No entry without ID! Absolutely no exceptions!
Make sure you have your identification ready so you can get straight to dancing and making memories!
🌱 Cultivating Growth at Horace Mann Elementary! 🌻
Miss Jones' class has been working with our School-Based Family Specialist, Mrs. Tarpley, on an exciting new prevention program called Cultivating Growth!
This innovative series of lessons uses gardening to nurture students' physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development while fostering a deeper connection with nature, promoting STEM learning, and instilling environmental stewardship.
What students have been learning:
🌾 The basic parts of a seed and different types of seeds
🌾 How seeds germinate
🌾 How the grocery store is full of seeds they can plant
🌾 Creating their own bean seed gardens to take home
🌾 Choosing seed packets to grow at home
🌾 Demonstrating their knowledge through online gaming platforms for a chance to win nutritious snacks!
Students have been fully engaged through hands-on activities that require both collaborative and independent work. They're already looking forward to the next lesson where they'll make their own soil and seed dispersal systems!
We love seeing our students grow and learn in such creative ways! 🌿
Miss Jones' class has been working with our School-Based Family Specialist, Mrs. Tarpley, on an exciting new prevention program called Cultivating Growth!
This innovative series of lessons uses gardening to nurture students' physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development while fostering a deeper connection with nature, promoting STEM learning, and instilling environmental stewardship.
What students have been learning:
🌾 The basic parts of a seed and different types of seeds
🌾 How seeds germinate
🌾 How the grocery store is full of seeds they can plant
🌾 Creating their own bean seed gardens to take home
🌾 Choosing seed packets to grow at home
🌾 Demonstrating their knowledge through online gaming platforms for a chance to win nutritious snacks!
Students have been fully engaged through hands-on activities that require both collaborative and independent work. They're already looking forward to the next lesson where they'll make their own soil and seed dispersal systems!
We love seeing our students grow and learn in such creative ways! 🌿
🎉 HUGE Congratulations to The Demon Direct! 📰✨
We are thrilled to announce that The Demon Direct, our DMS online newspaper, received Highest Honors and All-Oklahoma for Divisions II and III at the Oklahoma Scholastic Media state conference!
Our site competed against middle schools and high schools across the state, and The Demon Direct was one of only TWO schools to receive All-Oklahoma for the combined Division II and III divisions.
We are incredibly proud of our student journalists and their dedication to excellence! You make DPS Proud!
We are thrilled to announce that The Demon Direct, our DMS online newspaper, received Highest Honors and All-Oklahoma for Divisions II and III at the Oklahoma Scholastic Media state conference!
Our site competed against middle schools and high schools across the state, and The Demon Direct was one of only TWO schools to receive All-Oklahoma for the combined Division II and III divisions.
We are incredibly proud of our student journalists and their dedication to excellence! You make DPS Proud!
You don't want to miss this performance!
Tonight! Duncan High School Theatre Presents 🎭
Marvin the Misplaced Magician 🪄
Join us for a magical evening of theatre!
📅 Date: Tonight, April 23, 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: FREE (Donations welcome!)
📍 Location: Duncan High School Auditorium
Written by our very own Ron Sullivan, this enchanting production features an incredible cast and crew who have worked hard to bring this story to life! Be ready to laugh and have a wonderful time!
Come support our talented Duncan Demon performers!
More Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/203649335@N05/albums/
Tonight! Duncan High School Theatre Presents 🎭
Marvin the Misplaced Magician 🪄
Join us for a magical evening of theatre!
📅 Date: Tonight, April 23, 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: FREE (Donations welcome!)
📍 Location: Duncan High School Auditorium
Written by our very own Ron Sullivan, this enchanting production features an incredible cast and crew who have worked hard to bring this story to life! Be ready to laugh and have a wonderful time!
Come support our talented Duncan Demon performers!
More Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/203649335@N05/albums/
The Bowl Bar is popping up at the Tennis SOI Tournament on Saturday April 25th! 🎾
Come fuel your game with açaí bowls, custom parfaits, and fresh juices 🍓🥝🥤
Come fuel your game with açaí bowls, custom parfaits, and fresh juices 🍓🥝🥤
Congratulations to our Duncan High School Band students on their exceptional results at the State Solo & Ensemble Contest!
We are incredibly proud of the dedication, talent, and hard work displayed by these outstanding musicians:
🏆 Solos - Superior Rating:
Kimmie DeGreef, Zekie Eckert, Daniel Garcia-Diaz, Harrison Talbot, Harley Nottingham-Shipman, Andrew Sinner, Reanna DeLaRosa, Adrian Diaz, Aiden Fuller, Emma Eckert
⭐ Solos - Excellent Rating:
Layn Funk, Kaylee Peery, Darius Hurd
🏆 Duets - Superior Rating:
Kimmie DeGreef & Bodie Morris, Cainan Knight & Kaylee Peery, Trent Livingston & Reed Harris
🏆 Duncan Brass Quintet - Superior Rating:
Zekie Eckert, Trent Livingston, Andrew Sinner, Kimmie DeGreef & Bodie Morris
🏆 Percussion Ensemble - Superior Rating:
Carlos Lopez, Harrison Talbot, Gerardo Moran, Hailey Bohannon, Jojo Arnold, Harley Nottingham-Shipman, Trinity Sanford, Ali Hodges, London Calhoun, Emma Eckert & Harleigh Gray
You make Duncan proud!
We are incredibly proud of the dedication, talent, and hard work displayed by these outstanding musicians:
🏆 Solos - Superior Rating:
Kimmie DeGreef, Zekie Eckert, Daniel Garcia-Diaz, Harrison Talbot, Harley Nottingham-Shipman, Andrew Sinner, Reanna DeLaRosa, Adrian Diaz, Aiden Fuller, Emma Eckert
⭐ Solos - Excellent Rating:
Layn Funk, Kaylee Peery, Darius Hurd
🏆 Duets - Superior Rating:
Kimmie DeGreef & Bodie Morris, Cainan Knight & Kaylee Peery, Trent Livingston & Reed Harris
🏆 Duncan Brass Quintet - Superior Rating:
Zekie Eckert, Trent Livingston, Andrew Sinner, Kimmie DeGreef & Bodie Morris
🏆 Percussion Ensemble - Superior Rating:
Carlos Lopez, Harrison Talbot, Gerardo Moran, Hailey Bohannon, Jojo Arnold, Harley Nottingham-Shipman, Trinity Sanford, Ali Hodges, London Calhoun, Emma Eckert & Harleigh Gray
You make Duncan proud!
Tonight! Duncan High School Theatre Presents 🎭
Marvin the Misplaced Magician 🪄
Join us for a magical evening of theatre!
📅 Date: Tonight, April 23, 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: FREE
📍 Location: Duncan High School Auditorium
Written by our very own Ron Sullivan, this enchanting production features an incredible cast and crew who have worked hard to bring this story to life!
Come support our talented Duncan Demon performers!
Marvin the Misplaced Magician 🪄
Join us for a magical evening of theatre!
📅 Date: Tonight, April 23, 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: FREE
📍 Location: Duncan High School Auditorium
Written by our very own Ron Sullivan, this enchanting production features an incredible cast and crew who have worked hard to bring this story to life!
Come support our talented Duncan Demon performers!
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!
