State Accountability Data Reports Historic Student Performance Gains for DPS in 2025-26. Read more: https://www.dpsnc.net/article/3108568
12 days ago, Durham Public Schools
Diverse group of children and adults smile and pose on a colorful playground, gathered on slides and platforms outdoors in a joyful scene.
Join Durham Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony S. Lewis for the 2026 State of the District Address as we celebrate our progress, showcase the DPS Difference, and look ahead to the priorities and opportunities shaping the future of Durham Public Schools.

Register Now: https://bit.ly/DPS_SOTD
12 days ago, Durham Public Schools
Durham Public Schools “State of the District” graphic with a suited Black school leader speaking; event date Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

🎒 Welcome Back, Burton Families! 📚

We are excited to welcome our returning students back for a wonderful school year and extend a special welcome to all of our new Burton students and families!
We are also happy to share that, thanks to the generosity of Costco, every Burton student will receive a free bookbag! Bookbags will be distributed during our Open House on Friday, August 21st from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Friday and starting a fantastic year together!


🎒 ¡Bienvenidas de nuevo, familias de Burton! 📚

Estamos muy emocionados de dar la bienvenida nuevamente a nuestros estudiantes y de extender una bienvenida especial a todas las familias y estudiantes nuevos que se unen a la comunidad de Burton este año escolar.
Nos complace compartir que, gracias a la generosidad de Costco, ¡cada estudiante de Burton recibirá una mochila gratis!
Las mochilas serán entregadas durante la Jornada de Puertas Abiertas el viernes, 21 de agosto de 4:00 PM a 6:00 PM.

¡Esperamos verlos y comenzar juntos un maravilloso año escolar!

27 days ago, Burton Elementary
Welcome back Burton families! We are excited to welcome our returning students back and extend a special welcome to all of our new students and families! Thanks to the generosity of Costco, every Burton student will receive a free bookbag! They will be distributed on during our Open House on Friday from 4pm to 6pm. We look forward to seeing you there!
¡Bienvenidos de vuelta familias de Burton! Nos complace darle la bienvenida de vuelta a clase a los estudiantes que regresan a Burton y darle una cordial bienvenida a los nuevos estudiantes y familias de Burton. Gracias a la generosidad de Costco, todos los estudiantes de Burton recibirán una mochila gratis! Durante la jornada de puertas abiertas el viernes, 21 de agosto de 4pm a 6pm. ¡Estamos emocionados por verlos ahí!
The countdown is ON!

The first day of school for our traditional calendar students is Monday, August 24, and we’re getting ready to welcome our scholars back for an exciting 2026–2027 school year!

Be sure to visit www.dpsnc.net to view the full Back to School Guide for everything you need to start the year strong! #WeAreDPS
about 1 month ago, Durham Public Schools
Back to School Guide written on chalkboard with DPS logo
The DPS Hub Farm is hosting a Family Day. Please join them for a day of fun outdoor activities! Don't forget to register by scanning the QR code.
2 months ago, Burton Elementary
DPS hub Farm Family Day: Outdoor activities and adventures for DPS families at the Hub Farm. July, 25 2026 from 9am to 12pm at 117 Milton Rd, Durham, NC 27712. Scan the QR Code to Register for use the link: BIT.LY/4EFCBZU
Día de la Familia en el Hub Farm de DPS: Aventura y actividades al aire libre para las familias de DPS en la granja de DPS. El 25 de julio del 2026 de 9am a 12pm en la 117 Milton Rd, Durham NC 27712. Escanee el código para registrarse o use el enlace: BIT.LY/4EFCBZU
DPS and community partners are offering free summer meals for kids & teens during the summer!
📅 June 17 – July 31
Scan the QR code to find nearby locations.

Spread the word to help families stay fueled this summer! 💛


¡DPS y sus socios comunitarios están ofreciendo comidas gratis de verano para niños y adolescentes a lo largo de las vacaciones!
📅 17 de junio – 31 de julio
Escanee el código QR para encontrar ubicaciones cercanas.

¡Corra la voz para ayudar a las familias a mantenerse bien alimentadas este verano! 💛
3 months ago, Burton Elementary
Free Summer Meals for Durham County Kids and Teens 18 years and younger. June 17th to July 31st. Scan the QR Code to Find a Summer Meal Site Near you. No ID or registration needed.
Comidas de verano gratis para niños y jovenes menores de 18 años. 17 de junio al 31 de julio del 2026. Escanee el código QR para encontrar una ubicación cerca de usted. No es necesario identificarse o registrarse.
Yesterday, we celebrated a very special milestone for our Pre-K students, kindergartners, and 5th graders. While goodbyes are never easy, our hearts are full of pride as we reflect on all they have accomplished and the growth we’ve had the privilege of witnessing. Congratulations to each of our students! To those leaving Burton, remember: once a Ram, always a Ram. ❤️ We are so proud of you and look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the future. And to our rising kindergarteners and first graders returning next year, we can’t wait to welcome you back to Burton for another year of learning, growth, and memories together! Ayer celebramos un logro muy especial para nuestros estudiantes de Pre-Kínder, kínder y 5.º grado. ¡Felicitaciones a cada uno de nuestros estudiantes! A quienes dejan Burton, recuerden: aunque se marchan, siempre serán parte de la familia Ram. ❤️ Estamos muy orgullosos de ustedes y esperamos con entusiasmo ver todo lo que lograrán en el futuro. Y a nuestros estudiantes que pasarán a kínder y primer grado y regresarán el próximo año, ¡estamos ansiosos por darles la bienvenida nuevamente a Burton para otro año de aprendizaje, crecimiento y recuerdos compartidos!
3 months ago, Burton Elementary
Photo collage of PreK students promotion ceremony. Sitting in a classroom, and a balloon photo backdrop
Photo collage of Kindergartners promotion ceremony. Singing on stage, a banner with the words “Kindergartens last rodeo”.
Photo collage of 5th graders promotion ceremony. Sitting on stage, singing, and a picture of the audience.
Thank you Bike Durham for teaching our Rams bike safety and helping them build confidence, responsibility, and safe riding habits while having fun! ¡Gracias Bike Durham por enseñarles a nuestros niños Ram cómo andar en bicicleta de forma segura y por ayudarlos a desarrollar confianza, responsabilidad y hábitos seguros al andar en bici mientras se divierten!
4 months ago, Burton Elementary
A picture collage of students learning bike safety and riding bikes. For two pictures, students are posing and smiling next to their instructors, and for one picture they are making silly faces while posing.
Our end-of-year ceremonies are racing your way. Save the date and join us at the finish line of a great year!🏁🎉

Nuestras ceremonias de fin de año se acercan a toda velocidad. ¡Guarden la fecha y acompáñenos en la línea de meta de un gran año! 🏁🎉
4 months ago, Burton Elementary
Save the date for end of year celebrations. Tuesday, June 9: Quarter 4 honors assembly at 12:30pm for grades 1 to 4, Ms. Snyder's 1st grades, Ms. Pendergrast's class and Ms. Osayi's class. Wednesday, June 10th: PreK ceremony at 8am, kindergarten ceremony at 8:30am, and 5th grade ceremony at 10:30am.
Reserve las fechas para las celebraciones de fin de año. Martes, 9 de junio: Asamblea de honor del 4to trimestre para primero a cuarto grado, la clase de primero de la maestra Snyder, la clase de la maestra Pendergrast y la clase de la maestra Osayi. Miércoles, 10 de junio: Ceremonia de fin de año para prekínder a las 8am, para kínder a las 8:30am y para 5to grado a las 10:30am

We loved watching our students shine on stage, showcasing their many talents and showstopping fashion at last night’s Talent & Fashion Show. So proud of everyone who participated 👏

Nos encantó ver a nuestros estudiantes brillar en el escenario, mostrando una variedad de talentos y moda espectacular durante el Show de Moda y Talento de anoche. ¡Estamos muy orgullosos de todos los que participaron! 👏

4 months ago, Burton Elementary
Two girls singing on stage
A group of students dancing on stage
Two girls dancing on stage
A boy playing the piano
A boy standing on stage with a cardboard magnet on each hand
Students standing on stage displaying various fashion clothing
Two girls performing with colorful ribbons
Two students boys performing with a piano and a guitar
A girl singing

We’re so proud of our talented Chinese language students for winning an Honorable Mention in the Raleigh Chinese Language School Trifold Contest! Their creative project on Taipei 101 and its fascinating damper system truly impressed. Congratulations on this well deserved recognition!

¡Estamos super orgullosos de nuestras talentosas estudiantes de idioma chino por haber obtenido una Mención Honorífica en el Concurso de Trípticos de la Escuela de Raleigh Chinese Language! Su proyecto creativo sobre Taipei 101 y su fascinante sistema de amortiguación realmente impresionó. ¡Felicitaciones por este merecido reconocimiento!

4 months ago, Burton Elementary
A photo collage. Four students standing holding certificates of recognition next to the principal, assitant principal and the Chinese language teacher. Students standing in front of and collaborating in creating a trifold poster. Students eating a muffin .
Sneakers shined and dance moves sparkled at our annual Kentucky Derby–themed Sneaker Ball.

Los tenis brillaron y los pasos de baile deslumbraron durante nuestro Baile de Tenis anual con temática del Kentucky Derby.
4 months ago, Burton Elementary
A collage of students and parents dancing on the dance floor dressed in kentucky derby style attire.

A heartfelt thank you to Holy Cross Catholic Church, St. Titus Episcopal Church, the Burton PTO, and our wonderful students and families for helping us honor the dedication, love, and hard work our teachers show every day during Teacher Appreciation Week.


Un sincero agradecimiento a la Iglesia Católica Holy Cross, la Iglesia Episcopal St. Titus, el PTO de Burton, y a nuestros maravillosos estudiantes y familias por ayudarnos a honrar la dedicación, el amor y el arduo trabajo que nuestros maestros demuestran cada día durante la Semana de Aprecio a los Maestros.

4 months ago, Burton Elementary
A photo collage of teachers grabbing food, snacks and sweet treats off a table.

Join us Friday, May 15 at the Durham Chuck E. Cheese for our Burton PTO Fundraiser Night!

¡Acompáñanos el viernes 15 de mayo en el Chuck E. Cheese de Durham para nuestra Noche de Recaudación de Fondos del PTO de Burton!

4 months ago, Burton Elementary
Burton PTO Fundairser at Chuck E Cheese on Friday, May 15th from 12pm to 9pm. Location: 3724 Mayfair St, Durham NC 27707
Recaudación de fondos para el PTO de Burton en Chuck E Cheese el viernes, 15 de mayo entre 12pm y 9pm. Dirección: 3724 Mayfair St, Durham NC
The Scouts enjoyed a hike at Dorothea Dix park for their last adventure of the year. They also enjoyed troll surfing! Los Scouts disfrutaron de una caminata en el parque Dorothea Dix Park para su última aventura del año. ¡También disfrutaron de encontrar los duendes!
4 months ago, Burton Elementary
students and teachers posing in front of a big troll.
students and teachers posing in front of a big troll.
students and teachers posing in front of a big troll.
#BurtonRamPride | Our Rams had a blast at Field Day yesterday! They displayed incredible teamwork, athleticism, and good sportsmanship in every event, while cheering each other on and giving it their all. #OrgulloRamDeBurton | ¡Nuestros Rams se divirtieron muchísimo ayer en el Día de Campo! Demostraron buen trabajo en equipo, atletismo y buen espíritu deportivo en cada evento, animándose unos a otros y dando lo mejor de sí.
4 months ago, Burton Elementary
A picture collage of students participating in field day activities, such as tug of war, hula hoop relay, three legged race and birthday hat race
Help us celebrate our incredible teachers with a new way to show appreciation each day. Let’s fuel them with thanks and help them race across the finish line feeling celebrated! 🏁👏

Ayúdanos a celebrar a nuestros increíbles maestros al mostrarles nuestro agradecimiento cada día. ¡Llenémoslos de agradecimiento y ayudémoslos a cruzar la meta sintiéndose celebrados! 🏁👏
5 months ago, Burton Elementary
Teacher Appreciation Week: May 4th to May 8th. Monday, bring a pit stop treat: Refuel your teacher with their favorite snack! Tuesday, Fuel them with love: Write a note or draw a picture to show you care! Wednesday, Winner's circle: Bring a flower to make their day bloom! Thursday, School supply speedway: Help restock their classroom with supplies. Friday, Finish Line Favorites: Send a gift card for the final lap! Scan the QR Code to view a list of your teacher's favorite things!
La semana de agradecimiento a los maestros del 4 al 8 de mayo. Lunes, parada en pits con sabor: Recarga a tu maestro con su snack favorito! Martes, llénalos de cariño: Escribe una nota o haz un dibujo para mostrar cuanto valen. Miércoles, círculo de ganadores: Trae una flor para alegrarle y hacer florecer su día! Jueves, pista de útiles escolares: Ayuda a reabastecer los útiles en clase. Viernes, favoritos de la recta final: Envía uns tarjeta de regalo para la vuelta final. Escanea el código QR para ver la lista de cosas favoritas de su maestro
Our fifth graders explored how living things can have problems Sharing The Planet 🌎 They did a great job of engaging our RAM community at #PYPX2026 

Nuestros estudiantes de quinto grado exploraron cómo los seres vivos pueden enfrentar problemas al compartir el planeta 🌎. Hicieron un excelente trabajo involucrando a nuestra comunidad RAM en #PYPX2026.
5 months ago, Burton Elementary
photo collage of students gathered at different tables presenting their science projects to other students

When our community shows up, it makes all the difference! 👏
Thank you to Dads in Action and the Burton PTO for rolling up their sleeves and helping clean up our playground today! 🛝

Cuando nuestra comunidad se une, ¡marca la diferencia! 👏
Gracias al grupo de Papás Tomando Acción y al PTO de Burton por poner manos a la obra y ayudar a limpiar nuestro patio de recreo hoy. 🛝

5 months ago, Casilda Diaz
A photo collage of Burton parents helping clean the playground.

Or students had a great time during yesterday's Duke Energy Science Night!

¡Los estudiantes se divirtieron mucho durante la Noche de Ciencia de Ciencia de Duke Energy ayer!

5 months ago, Casilda Diaz
Picture collage of students working on different science projects. Making genetic bracelets, creating robotic circuits, making parachutes with napkins and boats with aluminum foil.