Pearsontown Elementary School

💙 Supporting healthy scholars starts with informed families!

DPS parents and legal guardians: Please review our handout about Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes to help your family stay informed.

📄 View the diabetes handout: https://aptg.co/cYPG5r

Does your scholar need diabetes care during the school day? Visit our Managing Health Conditions & Forms webpage for information and forms to help your scholar receive the support they need:
🔗 https://www.dpsnc.net/page/managing-health-conditions-and-forms/

Together, we can help our scholars stay healthy and ready to learn! #WeAreDPS

10 days ago, Durham Public Schools

Blue Durham Public Schools graphic announcing “Diabetes Information for Parents and Guardians,” with bold white text and a colorful network symbol; clear, informative tone.

State Accountability Data Reports Historic Student Performance Gains for DPS in 2025-26. Read more: https://www.dpsnc.net/article/3108568

about 2 months 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

about 2 months 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.

Career Day- May 22nd

5 months ago, Pearsontown Elementary

Doctors, construction workers, police officers, various careers.

Science Night- May 20

5 months ago, Pearsontown Elementary

Science Night banner with beakers, DNA, and other science symbols.

Sponsor Spotlight

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7 months ago, Pearsontown Elementary

Autism Spirit Week
April 20-24

APRIL 20TH - 24TH

Monday | HATS OFF TO AUTISM

WEAR YOUR FAVORITE HAT

Tuesday | NEURODIVERSITY DAY NO TWO PEOPLE ARE THE SAME, WE ARE ALL A LITTLE

DIFFERENT. WEAR RAINBOW OR TIE-DYE

Wednesday | MANY WAYS TO SPEAK O

COMMUNICATION COMES IN DIFFERENT FORMS WEAR A

Ewareness

SHIRT OR STICKER WITH WORDS

Thursday | Sensory Friendly Day

BRING YOUR FAVORITE SENSORY ITEM (FIDGET,

STRESS BALL, ETC.)

Friday | LIGHT IT UP BLUE/

SPECIAL OLYMPICS

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT AND ACCEPTANCE BY WEARING BLUE

SUPPORT

EDUCATE

ADVOCATE

7 months ago, Pearsontown Elementary

Pearsontown Panda Isaiah Jackson made it to the 3rd round of the regional spelling bee! We are so proud of you, Isaiah!

8 months ago, Pearsontown Elementary

Pearsontown Panda student makes it to the the third round of the regional spelling bee

Mark your calendar for the DPS Sustainability Summit 2026 🌎
Join us on March 7, 2026 at Southern School of Energy and Sustainability (800 Clayton Rd, Durham, NC) for a full day of ideas, creativity, and community focused on building a more sustainable future.
This isn’t just a summit. It’s a chance to see sustainability in action.
You’ll experience:
• Student projects that bring real-world solutions to life
• Practical tips you can use at home right away
• Community partners sharing the work happening across Durham
• Food trucks, arts and crafts, and fun activities for all ages
• An inside look at sustainability efforts across Durham Public Schools and our local community
🎟 Your FREE ticket includes a $5 food voucher to use at the food trucks during community time.
Bring your family. Invite a friend. Come curious. Leave inspired.
Register now and secure your food voucher:
👉 https://bit.ly/Sustain2026

Marca tu calendario para el DPS Sustainability Summit 2026 🌎
Acompáñanos el 7 de marzo de 2026 en la Southern School of Energy and Sustainability (800 Clayton Rd, Durham, NC) para un día lleno de ideas, creatividad y comunidad, enfocado en construir un futuro más sostenible.
Esto no es solo una cumbre. Es una oportunidad para ver la sostenibilidad en acción.
Podrás disfrutar de:
• Proyectos estudiantiles que muestran soluciones reales
• Consejos prácticos que puedes aplicar en tu vida diaria
• Organizaciones comunitarias compartiendo su trabajo en Durham
• Camiones de comida, arte, manualidades y actividades divertidas para todas las edades
• Una mirada interna a los esfuerzos de sostenibilidad en las Escuelas Públicas de Durham y en nuestra comunidad
🎟 Tu entrada es GRATIS e incluye un cupón de $5 para usar en los camiones de comida durante el tiempo comunitario.
Trae a tu familia. Invita a un amigo. Ven con curiosidad. Sal inspirado.
Regístrate ahora y asegura tu cupón de comida:
👉 https://bit.ly/Sustain2026

8 months ago, Durham Public Schools