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Welcome to Kindergarten!

Dottie hugging kindergartnersBienvenido al Kindergarten!

 

Kindergarten Registration begins in March!

  • Monday, March 5th for Year Round and Magnet Schools
  • Monday, March 12th for Traditional School

Click here for more information on Kindergarten Registration.

Durham Public Schools (DPS) welcomes you and your child to a wonderful school experience! Your child's education begins with their Kindergarten year - a year that is filled with new and exciting experiences for children and their families.

DPS offers choice for families interested in a variety of instructional approaches, ensures the safety of every child, and focuses on high student achievement to fully prepare your child for success in life.

DPS has our own Kindergarten mascot - Dottie the Mouse! Dottie is warm and fuzzy, just like our Kindergarten classrooms! Look for Dottie at our special Kindergarten events. Thank you for choosing DPS for your Kindergartner. We look forward to many years of learning together.

Durham Public Schools is participating in the state's Health and Ready to Learn initiative. Its goal is to match families without medical insurance to North Carolina's two insurance programs. If you would like more information or a free insurance application please call 560-9403.

3 Steps to Getting Your Child Ready for Kindergarten

1. Kindergarten Readiness

2. District Programs and Support

3. Help Your Child!