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The Durham Public Schools Podcast Network is the official podcast network of Durham Public Schools (Durham, NC). Tune in to learn more about DPS.
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In and Around Durham Public Schools | Episode #104 | Week of May 10, 2019

In and Around Durham Public SchoolsMay 10, 2019

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Behind The Spark | Episode 3 ft. DPS IT Interns and Joy Malone | #WeAreDPS

Behind The Spark | Episode 3 ft. DPS IT Interns and Joy Malone | #WeAreDPS

Check out episode 3 of "Beyond The Spark," featuring Joy Malone, Executive Director of Information Technology, along with two DPS IT Summer Interns Genesis Daniels and Charles Eugene VI. To celebrate National Career Development Month, we have invited two of our DPS It Summer Interns to talk about their summer experiences. We also invited Joy Malone to talk about the importance of internships as well as her department's internship program.  

Created by the Office of Public Affairs, this podcast was designed to share the inspiring stories of our students, staff, and teachers in Durham Public Schools. The podcast is hosted by Sheena Cooper, Director of Marketing and Strategic Communication, and Crystal Roberts, Communications Specialist. It is produced by Tony Cunningham Jr, Digital Communications Specialist. Stay tuned for more episodes!

Nov 30, 202218:43
Behind the Spark Podcast | Ep. 2 feat. Dr. Julius Monk, Fredrick Davis, and Matthew Hunt | #WeAreDPS

Behind the Spark Podcast | Ep. 2 feat. Dr. Julius Monk, Fredrick Davis, and Matthew Hunt | #WeAreDPS

Check out episode 2 of "Beyond The Spark," featuring Dr. Julius Monk, Deputy Superintendent of Operational Services, Frederick Davis, Executive Director of Building Services, and Matthew Hunt, Principal of Glenn Elementary School. In this episode, we will be discussing the coming building improvement plans for the district, including the coming projects for Glenn Elementary School. 

Created by the Office of Public Affairs, this podcast was designed to share the inspiring stories of our students, staff, and teachers in Durham Public Schools. The podcast is hosted by Sheena Cooper, Director of Marketing and Strategic Communication, and Crystal Roberts, Communications Specialist. It is produced by Tony Cunningham Jr, Digital Communications Specialist. Stay tuned for more episodes!

Oct 14, 202218:59
Behind The Spark Podcast | Ep. 1 feat. Dr. Pascal Mubenga | #WeAreDPS

Behind The Spark Podcast | Ep. 1 feat. Dr. Pascal Mubenga | #WeAreDPS

Check out the premiere of our brand new district podcast titled "Beyond The Spark," featuring our fearless leader and Superintendent of Durham Public Schools, Dr. Pascal Mubenga.  

Created by the Office of Public Affairs, this podcast was designed to share the inspiring stories of our students, staff, and teachers in Durham Public Schools. The podcast is hosted by Sheena Cooper, Director of Marketing and Strategic Communication, and Crystal Roberts, Communications Specialist. It is produced by Tony Cunningham Jr, Digital Communications Specialist. Stay tuned for more episodes!

Aug 28, 202232:36
Episode 6 | Get To Know As We Grow | Program Placement w/ Dr. Julie Pack

Episode 6 | Get To Know As We Grow | Program Placement w/ Dr. Julie Pack

Tune in to this episode of "Get To Know As We Grow." Hosted by Director of Marketing and Community Engagement Sheena Cooper, this podcast was created to share the story of the Durham Public Schools' "Growing Together" initiative with DPS families, staff, and the Durham community.


About This Episode:

This episode will discuss the details behind DPS programs, the new placement strategy, and how it is addressed in the Growing Together Initiative. We invited special guest Dr. Julie Pack, Executive Director of CTE and Magnet Programs to discuss these changes that are addressed in the Growing Together Initiative.

May 17, 202209:37
Episode 5 | Get To Know As We Grow | Transportation w/ Mathew Palmer, Joe Harris, and Kristen Brookshire

Episode 5 | Get To Know As We Grow | Transportation w/ Mathew Palmer, Joe Harris, and Kristen Brookshire

Tune in to this episode of "Get To Know As We Grow." Hosted by Director of Marketing and Community Engagement Sheena Cooper, this podcast was created to share the story of the Durham Public Schools' "Growing Together" initiative with DPS families, staff, and the Durham community.

About This Episode

This episode will discuss the new updates in the Transportation Department and how it is addressed in the Growing Together Initiative. We invited special guests, Mathew Palmer, Executive Director of School Planning, Transportation, and Nutrition, Joe Harris, Director of Transportation, and Kristen Brookshire, Transportation Planner, to discuss these changes and how they will benefit all DPS students and families.

May 17, 202217:21
Episode 4 | Get To Know As We Grow | Construction w/ Fredrick Davis

Episode 4 | Get To Know As We Grow | Construction w/ Fredrick Davis

Tune in to this episode of "Get To Know As We Grow." Hosted by Director of Marketing and Community Engagement Sheena Cooper, this podcast was created to share the story of the Durham Public Schools' "Growing Together" initiative with DPS families, staff, and the Durham community.


About This Episode:

This episode will discuss the new district construction projects and how it is addressed in the Growing Together Initiative. We invited special guest Fredrick Davis, Executive Director of Building Services, to discuss current and future projects.

Apr 26, 202208:33
Episode 3 | Get To Know As We Grow | Regions w/ Mathew Palmer

Episode 3 | Get To Know As We Grow | Regions w/ Mathew Palmer

Tune in to this episode of "Get To Know As We Grow." Hosted by Director of Marketing and Community Engagement Sheena Cooper, this podcast was created to share the story of the Durham Public Schools' "Growing Together" initiative with DPS families, staff, and the Durham community.

About This Episode:

This episode will discuss the details behind DPS regions and how it is addressed in the Growing Together Initiative. We invited special guest Mathew Palmer, Executive Director of School Planning, Transportation, and Nutrition, to discuss the new regional model.

Apr 11, 202211:55
Episode 2 | Get To Know As We Grow | Pre-K and EC w/ Dr. Deborah Pitman

Episode 2 | Get To Know As We Grow | Pre-K and EC w/ Dr. Deborah Pitman

Tune in to this episode of "Get To Know As We Grow." Hosted by Director of Marketing and Community Engagement Sheena Cooper, this podcast was created to share the story of the Durham Public Schools' "Growing Together" initiative with DPS families, staff, and the Durham community.

About This Episode:

This episode will explore how the Growing Together Initiative applies to our Pre-K and Exceptional Children population in Durham Public Schools. We invited special guest Dr. Deborah Pitman, Assistant Superintendent of Specialized Services, to give us the details of how the initiative will benefit the students that fall in the category of Pre-K and EC. 

Apr 11, 202208:54
 Episode 1 | Get To Know As We Grow | Pilot Episode w/ Guests Melody Melody Marshall & Mathew Palmer

Episode 1 | Get To Know As We Grow | Pilot Episode w/ Guests Melody Melody Marshall & Mathew Palmer

Tune in to our pilot episode of the "Get To Know As We Grow" Podcast. Hosted by Director of Marketing and Community Engagement Sheena Cooper, this podcast was created to share the story of the Durham Public Schools' "Growing Together" initiative with DPS families, staff, and the Durham community.


About This Episode:

This episode will explore the "why" behind the "Growing Together" initiative and provide an overview of its importance in Durham Public Schools. We invited special guests Melody Marshall, Director of Student Assignment, and Mathew Palmer, Executive Director of School Planning, Transportation, and Nutrition.

Apr 05, 202227:40
#DPSAlert | 2021 Winter Break

#DPSAlert | 2021 Winter Break

Happy Holidays! All Durham Public Schools offices and facilities will be closed to the public on Monday, December 20, and will reopen on Tuesday, January 4.

Dec 24, 202100:27
2021 All-County High School Chorus Concert | November 19, 2021

2021 All-County High School Chorus Concert | November 19, 2021

DPS Arts presents the 2021 All-County High School Chorus Concert. The event took place on November 19, 2021, at Southern School of Energy and Sustainability. Dr. Jose Rivera served as the clinician for the event. Enjoy the concert! | A video version of the event can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nODuI9B-GAM 

Nov 25, 202133:43
In and Around Durham Public Schools | Hillside Graduate Elected Durham, NC's First African American Woman Mayor | Election Night Speech

In and Around Durham Public Schools | Hillside Graduate Elected Durham, NC's First African American Woman Mayor | Election Night Speech

On the evening of November 2, 2021, Hillside High School graduate Elaine O’Neal made history when she was elected Durham, NC's first African American woman mayor. The former judge and former interim dean of the North Carolina Central University Law School won 84.69% of the votes to win her campaign for mayor. Take a listen to O'Neal's inspirational election night speech.

Nov 03, 202103:12
DPS Welcome Back to the Classroom | COVID-19 Preparedness Community Conversation

DPS Welcome Back to the Classroom | COVID-19 Preparedness Community Conversation

#DPSCommunity | On Sunday, August 22, 2021, Durham Public Schools hosted a community conversation about COVID-19 preparedness. The event streamed on Youtube and Facebook. Take a listen or watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBbYqHl3G94.

Aug 23, 202135:43
Durham Public Schools is hiring!

Durham Public Schools is hiring!

Durham Public Schools is looking for teachers (all grade levels and subjects), custodians, bus drivers, school nutrition and, before/after-school staff for the upcoming school year. DPS offers competitive salaries and benefits! Make DPS your career destination and be the spark that makes a difference in the lives of our children. For more information visit www.dpsnc.net/jobs or call 919-560-2000. #WeAreDPS

Jun 28, 202100:30
Countdown to Kindergarten is Now!
May 28, 202123:56
Countdown to Kindergarten | Enrollment is happening now!

Countdown to Kindergarten | Enrollment is happening now!

Are you the parent of a rising kindergarten student? Are you looking for a way to ignite the limitless of your child? If your answer is yes, then your destination for success is Durham Public Schools. Our Countdown to Kindergarten is underway and enrollment is happening NOW! Visit us online at dpsnc.net/enrollment. That's DPSNC.Net/Enrollment. The destination for your child's success is DPS and we are excited for them to begin their educational journey with us.

May 28, 202100:32
In and Around Durham Public Schools | Episode #201 | April 14, 2020

In and Around Durham Public Schools | Episode #201 | April 14, 2020

Welcome to Season 2! On this edition of the In and Around Durham Public Schools podcast, we are talking with our Social-Emotional Mental Health Coordinator Dr. Christopher Soto. Dr. Soto is here to talk about ways to communicate with our students about the COVID-19 school closures. All this coming up on In and Around Durham Public Schools here on the DPS Podcast Network.

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Apr 14, 202022:12
Public Service Announcement | Social Distancing

Public Service Announcement | Social Distancing

Social distancing is a term applied to certain actions that are taken by Public Health officials to stop or slow down the spread of a highly contagious disease.

Mar 17, 202000:54
In and Around Durham Public Schools | Episode #107 | July 26, 2019
Jul 26, 201907:12
In and Around Durham Public Schools | Episode #106 | June 27, 2019
Jun 27, 201907:18
In and Around Durham Public Schools | Episode #105 | Week of June 6, 2019
Jun 06, 201909:59
In and Around Durham Public Schools | Episode #104 | Week of May 10, 2019
May 10, 201912:51
In and Around Durham Public Schools | Episode #103 | Week of April 17, 2019
Apr 17, 201914:17
In and Around Durham Public Schools | Episode #102 | Week of April 1, 2019
Apr 03, 201908:26
In and Around Durham Public Schools (Week of 3/25/2019)
Mar 26, 201903:54