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DPS Beginning Teacher
BT of the Month
Congratulations to Loy Long from Lakeview Secondary School for being selected as the September 2025 BT of the Month!
In nominating him, Principal Theresa McGowan stated that Mr. Long "engages students in meaningful, real-world learning experiences that connect classroom knowledge to life beyond school."
TeachHouse Community Practitioners Pilot Program
Open to teachers in year 1-5
$500 Fellowship stipend, $150 Resources stipend
Network with educators across Durham and beyond
January 2026 - May 2026
5 in-person Fellowship meetings; 2 small-group Fellowship sessions
Engage in a community of practice for early career teachers (non-residential)
Information sessions:
Monday, 10/27 10:00-11:00 AM Meeting Link
Monday, 10/27 5:00-6:00 PM Meeting Link
Beyond the Bell: A Social Gathering for All DPS BTs and Their Families
Wednesday, November 5th
3:00-6:00 PM
Lakewood Social
1920 Chapel Hill Rd., Durham, NC 27707
Unwind and recharge with fellow beginning teachers at our casual social hour -- bring your family, connect outside of school, and enjoy time to relax and refresh together!
Food and beverages are available to purchase.
Reach out to your District BT Mentor with questions!
Join us in welcoming our new cohort of first-year teachers to the DPS Family!
Join us in welcoming our new cohort of first-year teachers to the DPS Family!
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