Durham School of the Arts

02/25/2026

Prom Tickets Are On Sale March 1st

DSA Junior/Senior Prom: Saturday May 16th
Location: Hilton Durham
3800 Hillsborough Rd, Durham NC
Time: 7pm to 12am

https://www.dpsnc.net/o/durhamschoolofthearts/article/2728904

02/11/2026

𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐏 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐦 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Durham School of the Arts is proud to be recognized with Platinum status on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll, the highest distinction awarded by the College Board. This honor reflects the hard work of our students who challenge themselves with college-level learning and put in the effort to succeed in rigorous AP coursework.

Only about 4% of all high schools in North Carolina earned Platinum status, which places DSA among the top AP programs in the state. This recognition highlights our students' commitment to growth, their willingness to take on academic challenges, and their excitement for discovering new pathways through advanced study.

We are proud of our students, grateful to our teachers, and inspired by the supportive community that makes achievements like this possible!

01/09/2026

12/05/2025

𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟏𝟐/𝟓/𝟐𝟓

On a remote learning day, students are expected to log into Canvas for instructions from their teacher and to register their attendance. Teachers will have office hours until 10:30 am to answer any questions. Students will find three things in their Canvas Classrooms:

1) Directions on what can be done during the day from their teacher,
2) An attendance form to fill out, and
3) The teacher’s zoom link for office hours.

All work will be completed asynchronously.

All students should log in to take attendance before 11:00 am.

10/02/2025

𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐧𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬?

Durham Public Schools is hosting live webinars to walk families through creating a Rooms account, setting language preferences, managing notifications, and exploring key features. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish on Thursday, October 2 at 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. and again on Thursday, October 23 at 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. These webinars are a great opportunity to get hands-on support and have your questions answered.

Las Escuelas Públicas de Durham están ofreciendo seminarios web en vivo para guiar a las familias en cómo crear una cuenta de Rooms, elegir el idioma de preferencia, administrar notificaciones y explorar las funciones principales. Las sesiones se ofrecen en inglés y en español el jueves 2 de octubre a las 12:00 p.m. y 6:00 p.m. y nuevamente el jueves 23 de octubre a las 12:00 p.m. y 6:00 p.m. Estos seminarios web son una excelente oportunidad para recibir apoyo directo y responder sus preguntas.

📣 Parents and Families: Need help setting up your Rooms account? Join one of our upcoming webinars...

09/11/2025

𝐃𝐒𝐀 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

Discover the wide variety of clubs at Durham School of the Arts!
Join us for the Club Fair on Thursday, September 18 at 5:30 PM, hosted by PTSA.

This event is a chance for students and families to:

Meet club leaders

Ask questions

Explore opportunities to get involved

Contact: [email protected]

08/26/2025

Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, DSA is transitioning to a new student information system, NCSIS powered by Infinite Campus. This system has replaced PowerSchool. Please create your account as soon as possible, as critical information will be shared through the portal.

Using the Parent Portal Access Website at https://portalaccess.ncsis.gov.

• Step 1: Select Durham Public Schools.
• Step 2: Enter your student’s ID number, first name, last name, and date of birth.
• Step 3: Select the parent/guardian setting up the account.
• Step 4: Choose a verification method (text or email—must match what is on file at the school).
• Step 5: Enter the 6-digit verification code to complete setup.

Access on the Go:
Bookmark the Parent Portal website: https://320.ncsis.gov/campus/portal/parents/psu320durham.jsp

Or download the Infinite Campus Parent app from the Apple App Store or Google Play and create an account using the same student information.

08/21/2025

Cheryl Bowden has retired from Coaching after serving our Student Athletes and community for 25 years on both the MS and HS level.

We will be celebrating her this Friday August 22nd between the JV and Varsity Volleyball games. Please come out and show some support for one of our owns!

08/14/2025

📣 Hey Bulldogs! It’s Almost Chromebook Time! 🐾💻

We can’t wait to see you back in the LMC to pick up your Chromebook for the new school year! 🎉

Here’s what students need to accomplish prior to distribution day (Device Agreement forms will be distributed):
✅ A signed DPS Device Agreement
✅ The DPS Technology Fee paid in full (waivers are available for families in need)

More Details:
https://www.dpsnc.net/o/durhamschoolofthearts/article/2355855

05/08/2025

Our 2025 Final Exam Schedule is now available. Thank you.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nptt8w6UwtMBHhC107JiI4gdx7nFqG6g/view?usp=sharing