Durham School of the Arts

We had a great time!! Students looked great!!

Teacher Appreciation week. Family cookout day at DSA. Uncle Redfearn(AP) and the cousins (office staff) cooking and serving teachers today . DSA family 💕

Today is a great day for some ice cream that benefits the Durham School of the Arts! Thank you for your support.

🎨 Congratulations to DSA student Lana Olarte for winning 3rd place in the Congressional Art Competition with her piece "Memories of Childhood"! 🏆 Thrilled to announce that her artwork will grace Congresswoman Valerie Foushee's Durham office for the next year. Well done, Lana! 👏

DSA wellness day in full swing. It is really nice to see kids just taking a moment to be kids. Thank you to the students, student government and the teachers who planned great activities.

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Durham School of the Arts shines brightly in the latest rankings released by U.S. News & World Report! 🎓 Ranked as the No. 34 high school in North Carolina and No. 928 nationally, DSA's commitment to excellence in arts education and academics is truly commendable. 🎨📚 With a focus on fostering creativity, critical thinking, and college readiness, DSA offers students a unique and enriching high school experience. 🌟 Join us in celebrating DSA's achievements and contributions to our community! 🎉 🏆

Read the full report at www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools.

We are thrilled to recognize Ms. Amber Crispell as our 2023-24 Classified Staffof the Year!! Congratulations

DSA Junior/Senior Prom: Saturday May 18, 2024
Location: Hilton
3800 Hillsborough Rd, Durham NC
Time: 8pm to 12am

Ticket Pricing
Prom Ticket Sales dates: April 8, 2024 to May 10, 2024
Prom Tickets are non-refundable
Ticket prices:
Single Ticket $85/Couple $150
Jr/Sr Prom 2024 - Single Ticket: April 8th thru April 19th
https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/BG108-277

Cool eclipse photos and pinhole boxes being made in the media center @ DSA

Congrats!!! Orchestra!! Go DSA

🎻🌟 Celebrating Joseph Walker, Orchestra Director at Durham School of the Arts, during Arts in Our Schools Month! 🎶 Joseph's dedication shines through his leadership as NCMEA Orchestra Section Chairman and organizer of the NCMEA in-service conference for the Orchestra Section. He's also served as a clinician and guest clinician, adjudicator, and host for various prestigious events. Thank you for enriching the musical community! 👏

Congrats to our star thespians - swipe to see the rest of the team. Go DSA.

DSA teachers enjoying a moment of wellness- awesome space created in the media center for teachers to relax, and take a moment for themselves. It was really nice day today💕💕

DSA visual arts teachers showcased at Durham Arts council. Excellent exhibit!

Durham School of the Arts theater students take TOP honors in the State Thespian Festival by earning the honor of being selected for
"CRITIC'S CHOICE” bravo!!

Support Durham School of the Arts at Moe's Southwest Grill this Thursday. DSA receives 20% of all sales. Thanks! https://form.jotform.com/240472527930153

Congrats to our DSA’ s Mr. Nabors 🥳

🎶 Spotlight on excellence for Arts In Our Schools Month! 🌟 Meet Durham School of the Arts' Choral Director, Jeremy Nabors, whose latest composition "Join Me Now In Song" for SAB chorus has been published by Santa Barbara Music Publication. 🎵👏

Congratulations our DSA Teacher of the Year!!
Lesley Mace!!!

So proud of our Dance students and the Jazz Artistry for performing at Duke Regional yesterday to celebrate Black History Month. I was honored to speak about my history as a part of the celebrations of Black History Month. Thank you to Mr. Patten, Mr. Couse and Ms. Kalfas.

We congratulate our Beginning Teacher of the Year, Mr. Phillip Yelverton! Mr. Yelverton's exceptional dedication and passion in shaping the minds of our future generations inspires those around him. DSA commends his commitment to fostering a nurturing learning environment and inspiring our students!

Community Food Info
Información de Alimentos Comunitarios
February 12, 2024

Durham Community Fridge Locations
1901 Chapel Hill Rd.
1902 W. Main St
2504 North Roxboro St. (Iglesia Emanuel)

Believers United for Progress
1306 Fayetteville St, 3-6PM
Bethany UMC
2809 Guess Rd., self-serve

Mt. Calvary United Church of Christ
1715 Athens Ave.
call 919-688-5056 for appt.

Mt. Zion Christian Church
3519 Fayetteville St., 12:30-2PM
call 919-688-4245 for appt.

Parktown Food Hub
5123 Revere Rd., 4:30-6PM
call 984-484-8475 for appt.

Due to staffing challenges in the DPS Transportation Department, Durham Public Schools will be closed for students tomorrow. Teachers are striving to make sure Canvas has up-to-date resources students may choose to use for review prior to returning to school.

Debido a desafíos de personal en el Departamento de Transporte de DPS, la Escuela de las Artes de Durham estará cerrada para los estudiantes mañana. Los profesores están trabajando para asegurarse de que Canvas tenga recursos actualizados que los estudiantes puedan optar por utilizar para repasar antes de regresar a la escuela.

Due to staffing challenges, Durham School of the Arts will be closed for students tomorrow.

Debido a dificultades de personal, la Escuela de Artes de Durham estará cerrada para los estudiantes mañana.

Congrats to Mr. Amos!!!

I congratulate my colleagues.
Durham School of the Arts we should be proud. This is the top national award. This highlights what we do at DSA.

DPS is on a 2 hr Delay tomorrow Wednesday January 10th.
DSA will begin at 10:30.

Mark your calendar for a long-standing tradition on Nov. 28!

The 45-voice Duke Chorale, directed by Allan Friedman, presents holiday music from around the world in Duke University Chapel on themes of life, peace, and light. The Chorale will be joined by choirs from the Durham School of the Arts, conducted by Jeremy Nabors. There will be carols for all to sing, stories, and a special guest fo​r ​children.

Admission: one non-perishable food item for Urban Ministries of Durham or one new or lightly used children's book for Book Harvest.

More information: https://duke.is/z/swjt

The PTSA on our way to our annual giving campaign goal! Can you help us meet our goal?
Every dollar raised goes directly to support DSA student and staff initiatives and the school. Please consider making a donation today!
There are two options for contributing:
● Give online at www.dsaptsa.com and click “DONATE” to make a secure Paypal donation.
OR
● Send a check payable to DSA PTSA and address it to: DSA PTSA 400 N. Duke Street Durham, NC 27701

DSA is pleased to share that we recently earned Platinum status on the 2023 AP School Honor Roll! To achieve this recognition, schools must meet or exceed the criteria for a given recognition level for all three metrics. The criteria for Platinum schools are:

College Culture: Enable 80%+ of the Class of 2023 to experience one AP course before graduating.

College Credit: Assist with college affordability by enabling 50%+ of the Class of 2023 to earn college credit by earning an AP Exam score of 3.

College Optimization: Create opportunities for 15%+ of the Class of 2023 to take a total of 5 AP courses across their high school years, with at least one taken in 9th or 10th grade.

Welcome to the 6th grade!! Teachers having fun❤️

Wellness day at DSA! Students painting a kindness mural and kindness rocks during lunch.