Decatur Public Schools

Public school district serving nearly 9,100 Pre-K to 12th grade students in Decatur, Illinois.

[Decatur Public Schools @DPS61Decatur]

💉 REMINDER 👨‍⚕️
Paperwork for immunizations and physicals are due October 15th. If you do not submit your documents in time, your child will not be able to attend school. Please reach out to your school nurse or the district Health Services Department for more information.

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CONGRATS to the 2026 Hall of Fame honorees! We had a wonderful time celebrating them at the annual Hall of Fame ceremony 🏆

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It’s Sorting Day at Ellsworth Dansby Jr. Magnet School! Inspired by the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, every student is welcomed into a house—creating a family within the school where belonging, teamwork, school spirit, and a little friendly competition come together.

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Decatur Public Schools solemnly remembers the lives lost in the attacks on September 11, 2001. We honor their families, friends, and all those who continue to carry the pain of that tragic day. We will never forget their sacrifice, their courage, or the lasting impact of 9/11.

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A reminder for families and fans: new safety measures will be in place for the MacArthur Varsity Football Game tonight. High school students must bring their student ID. Younger students must be accompanied by an adult.

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Superintendent Moody visited the Social Emotional Learning Academy (SELA) last week and came back for her special order of Iced Peppermint Tea. The SELA students work in collaboration with staff to take, make and deliver orders to staff every Friday. Check it out!

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UDPATE: Due to the heat, Eisenhower High School's JV Football Game on 8/31/26 has been pushed back to 7:00pm.

[Jessica Meier @JMeierTeach]

Fun Weird Science visited @DPS61Decatur today! The kids were hyped about some science at Hope Academy!! #SummerSchool #DPSproud @FunWeirdScience @SuptDPS61 @JeffDase @ChristelleH87 @MurrayKelli @PDICoz

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We are so excited that our first two long-term sub teachers to complete the TeacherReady program will be full-time teachers for DPS! TeacherReady is an accelerated online program — DPS pays for current subs to get their certification, learn more at https://t.co/AUHxDy6Frp

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So grateful for @SIMPIncorp and our Decatur community for such a wonderful event. WE ARE PROUD OF OUR STUDENTS!!

[Dr. Rochelle Clark @SuptDPS61]

Thank you Dr. Sherrod w/ SIMP Inc. for organizing Youth Empowerment Day & rewarding students for good grades, good behavior, acts of kindness, & volunteer work. Decatur is a town of compassion & our students are blessed to have a caring community who wants to see them succeed!!

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Congratulations to TWO of our students: Isabella Springer (JHMS) and A’Zharien Perry (EHS) recognized as an IPA Student Leaders!

[IPAAbeLincoln @IPAAbeLincoln]

Congratulations to the 2023 Abe Lincoln Student Leaders! Thank you to keynote @clayharbs82 for the awesome message. @ilprincipals

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DPS Staff, this week is all about you! Join us as we celebrate teachers, teaching assistants, secretaries, maintenance, custodians, security, Teamsters, admins, admin support, and all of our staff. We say THANK YOU during DPS Staff Appreciation Week!

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Our #InnovativePrograms keep trucking along, adding new partnerships and opportunities for students all the time! Listen in to hear more about new a Co-Op partnership with ADM Transportation. https://t.co/nEf1AsYPZE

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Could your DPS student use a little extra summer tutoring help? If they'll be in 3rd through 8th grade next fall, sign them up for FREE summer tutoring sessions. Scan the QR code to sign up now!

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REMINDER: All DPS schools and District offices will be closed Friday, April 7 through Monday, April 10, 2023, for Easter Break. Enjoy your holiday!

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DPS will host the Summer Sign-Up Event on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at MacArthur High School. Sign up your students for summer camps and programs through our community partners, and DPS will pay registration fees.

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DPS will host the Summer Sign-Up Event on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at MacArthur High School. Sign up your students for summer camps and programs through our community partners, and DPS will pay registration fees.

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Know someone you think should be in the DPS Athletic Hall of Fame? Nominate them now! The Hall of Fame recognizes the athletic achievements of alumni from Eisenhower, MacArthur, Decatur, Stephen Decatur, & Lakeview High Schools. Submit your nomination at https://t.co/mVvjdC0Vpp

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Game #3! The Keil Raw Apples are back in action tonight! Don't miss it as the admins take on the Garfield Learning Academy Adult Wolves, tonight at 5:30 p.m. at Johns Hill Magnet School.

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It's College Madness, as College & Career Week 2023 wraps up tomorrow in DPS schools! Make sure your students come to school tomorrow in their favorite college gear!