Tag: budget

Durham Public Schools May Cut 27 Central Office Jobs Amid Budget Shortfall

Durham Public Schools may eliminate 27 classified positions within its central office as part of a proposed $2 million cost-saving measure tied to the district’s looming budget deficit. The proposal … Continue reading Durham Public Schools May Cut 27 Central Office Jobs Amid Budget Shortfall

Superintendent Proposes $708M Durham Schools Budget

Durham Public Schools (DPS) is entering a pivotal budget year as the district navigates rising costs, expiring federal funding, and increased demands for educational equity. Superintendent Dr. Anthony Lewis at … Continue reading Superintendent Proposes $708M Durham Schools Budget

Durham Schools “Meet and Confer” Gains Momentum

A proposed policy that would formalize how Durham Public Schools employees communicate with district leadership has gained momentum, with three members of the Board of Education publicly endorsing a draft … Continue reading Durham Schools “Meet and Confer” Gains Momentum

Durham Schools Community Priorities: Staff Pay, Reliable Transportation

Few surprises greeted the Durham Public Schools Board of Education during the March 20 budget hearing, as Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Teetor presented results from a survey of the community. … Continue reading Durham Schools Community Priorities: Staff Pay, Reliable Transportation

The Grim Reality: $8M Extra Needed Next Year Just for Durham Schools to Maintain Status Quo

A recent poll conducted by Durham Public Schools (DPS) highlights strong community support for increased pay for teachers, staff, and school bus drivers. However, at a Feb. 21 finance presentation, … Continue reading The Grim Reality: $8M Extra Needed Next Year Just for Durham Schools to Maintain Status Quo

[SoDu Alert] DPS Declares Another Remote-Learning Day Thursday

Due to hazardous travel conditions caused by our winter weather, Durham Public Schools has declared Thursday another remote-learning day for students. DPS facilities will be closed to students and staff. … Continue reading [SoDu Alert] DPS Declares Another Remote-Learning Day Thursday

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Get Involved in the DPS Budget Process

Didn't understand the Kendrick Lamar halftime show? That doesn't lessen its artistic value. Plus, time to share your input on the Durham Public Schools budget! And Democrats in the state … Continue reading [SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Get Involved in the DPS Budget Process

MacKenzie Scott Funds May Reduce Durham Schools Budget Shortfall

Durham Public Schools seems closer to erasing the recently discovered $7-million budget shortfall, thanks to more than $1.4 million in deferred revenue from NC Pre-K and about $3.8 million in funds … Continue reading MacKenzie Scott Funds May Reduce Durham Schools Budget Shortfall