🍎 Please join us October 1st at 5:30pm for our Title One parent meeting.

📣Join us as we partner with DRH for National Walk to School Day!
📍 Meet us at LegalShield parking lot near Chisholm Corner
📅 When: Wednesday October 7th, 2026 at 7:20 AM
👟 Start your day the walking way, we'll see you there!!

👀 check out this awesome opportunity!

‼️Game day reminders‼️
We appreciate your help in keeping our game days fun and safe for all!

🏀 Duncan Youth Basketball League Sign-Ups Are Open! 🏀
Get your kids ready for another season of DYBA hoops! Registration is $65 (includes uniform & insurance), and every player is guaranteed a spot on a team.
📅 Season runs December–February, with all games played right here in Stephens County gyms.
✅ Sign up online by October 17, 2026
✅ Or sign up in person on October 11, 2026 at the Duncan HS gym, 12:30–2:30 PM
Boys Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/QKdfAzTXLBRuKojNA
Girls Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/B2hHk3TfVHowra9bA
Limited scholarships are available — just email us or ask at sign-ups.
Questions? Email duncanyouthbasketball@gmail.com. Can't wait to see everyone on the court! 🏀

🍎Curious what being a Title I school means? Please join us October 1st at 5:30pm for our Title I parent meeting to learn more and ask questions if you have them.

🍭🍬Homecoming Spirit Week is next week!! We can't wait to see all the fun colors!! 🍬🍭

‼️ATTENTION‼️ Our tunnel run time has changed. Please be on the field by 6:40pm tonight!!

We are hiring a Teacher Assistant – Reading Tutor Paraprofessional at each of our elementary schools! 🎉
⏰ Schedule: 9 months, 8 hours per day
📍Plato, Horace Mann, Mark Twain, Emerson, or Woodrow Wilson
For more information or to apply, please use the link below!
https://www.applitrack.com/duncanps/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1
We cannot wait to meet you!

📞Scheduled Maintenance Alert 🛜
Duncan Public Schools will have scheduled phone and internet maintenance beginning at 4 p.m. today.
During this maintenance, district-wide phone and internet services will be unavailable. Families may experience difficulty reaching schools and district offices during this time.
All services are expected to be fully restored by the end of the evening.
Duncan Public Schools will have scheduled phone and internet maintenance beginning at 4 p.m. today.
During this maintenance, district-wide phone and internet services will be unavailable. Families may experience difficulty reaching schools and district offices during this time.
All services are expected to be fully restored by the end of the evening.

Duncan Public Schools Capital Investment Plan Committee
Duncan Public Schools is forming a community committee to study district needs and help develop recommendations for future capital investments.
We are seeking members who represent a variety of schools, backgrounds, areas of expertise, and community perspectives. Committee members will attend four meetings, review information, listen to diverse viewpoints, and help develop recommendations based on districtwide student and facility needs.
Committee meetings are scheduled for:
• September 21
• October 20
• November 16
• January 5
A potential bond election is planned for April 2027.
If you are interested in serving on the committee, please complete the sign-up form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbwQWdQJzdT6yugSaUsavO-7S2QCJzi284POQKI9SC9nrffQ/viewform
Duncan Public Schools is forming a community committee to study district needs and help develop recommendations for future capital investments.
We are seeking members who represent a variety of schools, backgrounds, areas of expertise, and community perspectives. Committee members will attend four meetings, review information, listen to diverse viewpoints, and help develop recommendations based on districtwide student and facility needs.
Committee meetings are scheduled for:
• September 21
• October 20
• November 16
• January 5
A potential bond election is planned for April 2027.
If you are interested in serving on the committee, please complete the sign-up form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbwQWdQJzdT6yugSaUsavO-7S2QCJzi284POQKI9SC9nrffQ/viewform

Don't forget dress up days start tomorrow!!!

Monday! - PJS💤💤
Tuesday- Twin Day!! 👯🧑🏻🤝🧑🏾
Wednesday- Dress likes a teacher!!! 👩🏫
Thursday!- Jersey Day 🥎🏈⚽(Any sports shirts will do!!)
FRIDAY!!!- RED OUT!!!❤️🍎🍒❗(WEAR ALL RED!)
Tuesday- Twin Day!! 👯🧑🏻🤝🧑🏾
Wednesday- Dress likes a teacher!!! 👩🏫
Thursday!- Jersey Day 🥎🏈⚽(Any sports shirts will do!!)
FRIDAY!!!- RED OUT!!!❤️🍎🍒❗(WEAR ALL RED!)

🚒This is only a drill!!
If you are out and see fire trucks at school we are just practicing!!
Cafeteria Menus Now Available! 🍽️
Our August and September cafeteria menus are now available on the Duncan Public Schools website.
Families can find them on the main page using the Cafeteria Menus button, by using the link below, or in the app by selecting More in the bottom right and then choosing Cafeteria Menus
https://duncanpsok.sites.thrillshare.com/o/dps/page/cafeteria-menus
Our August and September cafeteria menus are now available on the Duncan Public Schools website.
Families can find them on the main page using the Cafeteria Menus button, by using the link below, or in the app by selecting More in the bottom right and then choosing Cafeteria Menus
https://duncanpsok.sites.thrillshare.com/o/dps/page/cafeteria-menus

District-Wide Phone and Internet Outage 📞🛜
We are currently experiencing another district-wide phone and internet outage. Our service provider has let us know that a fiber line was cut, and we can expect the outage to last a few hours while repairs are made.
For enrollment questions, please email enrollment@duncanps.org.
For all other questions, please email questions@duncanps.org.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as this issue is being resolved, and we apologize for the inconvenience. We will respond as soon as possible.
We are currently experiencing another district-wide phone and internet outage. Our service provider has let us know that a fiber line was cut, and we can expect the outage to last a few hours while repairs are made.
For enrollment questions, please email enrollment@duncanps.org.
For all other questions, please email questions@duncanps.org.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as this issue is being resolved, and we apologize for the inconvenience. We will respond as soon as possible.

📞💻 District-Wide Phone and Internet Outage
We are currently experiencing a district-wide phone and internet outage affecting multiple counties.
For enrollment questions, please email enrollment@duncanps.org
For all other questions, please email questions@duncanps.org
We will respond as soon as possible.
We appreciate your patience as our provider works to resolve the issue.
We are currently experiencing a district-wide phone and internet outage affecting multiple counties.
For enrollment questions, please email enrollment@duncanps.org
For all other questions, please email questions@duncanps.org
We will respond as soon as possible.
We appreciate your patience as our provider works to resolve the issue.

📅✨ Plan Ahead with the DPS Calendar!
We hope this guide serves as a helpful planning tool for your family. By checking school breaks and days out of school, families can make travel plans that support strong attendance and help students stay connected to learning.
View the full-year calendar here: https://www.duncanps.org/o/dps/page/calendar-and-hours-page
We hope this guide serves as a helpful planning tool for your family. By checking school breaks and days out of school, families can make travel plans that support strong attendance and help students stay connected to learning.
View the full-year calendar here: https://www.duncanps.org/o/dps/page/calendar-and-hours-page
📚✏️ 2026-2027 Back-to-School Event Calendar! 🎒🏫
Families, we’re excited to share helpful resources as we get ready for the 2026-2027 school year!
On our Back-to-School Webpage you will find:
📅District Full-year calendar
🏫Back to School Events
📝School supply lists
🎒Clear Backpack Policy
🤳Personal Device Policy
🚌Bus Pass Application
📚How to Enroll
🏈Sports Schedules
📲Parent/Guardian App Login Information
AND MORE!
Back-to-School Webpage: https://www.duncanps.org/o/dps/page/back-to-school
🎒Still Need a Clear Backpack?
$10 clear backpacks are available for purchase through the district!
Get yours here:
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=H58EK21V083ELDW_ZZ6BQZWTFTQVYNO
Clear backpacks purchased through the link will be delivered to the student’s school site on Back to School Night.
We understand the challenges that come with the new backpack policy, and we want to do our part to help make the transition easier for families. Thank you for partnering with us as we prepare for a safe, successful, and exciting school year! ✨
For Enrollment Questions:
📧Email: Enrollment@duncanps.org
📞Phone: 580-252-6801
All other questions: Questions@duncanps.org
Families, we’re excited to share helpful resources as we get ready for the 2026-2027 school year!
On our Back-to-School Webpage you will find:
📅District Full-year calendar
🏫Back to School Events
📝School supply lists
🎒Clear Backpack Policy
🤳Personal Device Policy
🚌Bus Pass Application
📚How to Enroll
🏈Sports Schedules
📲Parent/Guardian App Login Information
AND MORE!
Back-to-School Webpage: https://www.duncanps.org/o/dps/page/back-to-school
🎒Still Need a Clear Backpack?
$10 clear backpacks are available for purchase through the district!
Get yours here:
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=H58EK21V083ELDW_ZZ6BQZWTFTQVYNO
Clear backpacks purchased through the link will be delivered to the student’s school site on Back to School Night.
We understand the challenges that come with the new backpack policy, and we want to do our part to help make the transition easier for families. Thank you for partnering with us as we prepare for a safe, successful, and exciting school year! ✨
For Enrollment Questions:
📧Email: Enrollment@duncanps.org
📞Phone: 580-252-6801
All other questions: Questions@duncanps.org

Pre-K Enrollment is Open!
Ready to join Duncan Public Schools for 2026-2027? Enroll your Pre-K student today and start your road to a bright future at DPS!
New Pre-K Students:
Enroll: https://www.duncanps.org/page/dps-online-enrollment
School Supply Lists: https://www.duncanps.org/o/dps/page/back-to-school
Enrollment Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKHocoN6OCI
Questions? 580-252-6801 or enrollment@duncanps.org
Ready to join Duncan Public Schools for 2026-2027? Enroll your Pre-K student today and start your road to a bright future at DPS!
New Pre-K Students:
Enroll: https://www.duncanps.org/page/dps-online-enrollment
School Supply Lists: https://www.duncanps.org/o/dps/page/back-to-school
Enrollment Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKHocoN6OCI
Questions? 580-252-6801 or enrollment@duncanps.org

