Duluth Public Schools

🎓 Duluth Public Schools Celebrates Major Graduation Gains! 🎓

Big news for our community! The 2025 graduation data is in, and we are incredibly proud of the progress our students are making toward their futures!

Denfeld High School is making massive waves with a 7.85% overall increase in graduation rates bring the graduation rate to 84.77%! We are seeing double-digit gains for several student groups, including:
✨Homeless students: +28.21%
✨Students of two or more races: +14.91%
✨Free/reduced meal students: +11.92%
✨American Indian students: +11.57%

Over at East High School, the tradition of excellence continues with an overall increase to 95.9%! East also saw gains for students eligible for free/reduced meals (+2.76%) and white students (+0.98%).

Across the entire district, our four-year graduation rate rose by 1.24%! This success is a testament to the hard work of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the unwavering support of our Duluth families.

As Superintendent John Magas said, these results show that Duluth Public Schools are on the rise! 📈✨

Read the full story on our website! 🔗 https://trst.in/SCjWKJ

Denfeld High School makes significant gains in graduation rates Duluth Public Schools is celebrating significant progress in graduation rates at Denfeld High School, which saw an increase of 7.85% overall. ​​​​​​​

March is Music in Our Schools Month, and Duluth Public Schools has been alive with the sound of music! 🎶

Throughout the month, we’ve been celebrating the incredible talent and dedication of our student musicians. We were especially proud to welcome several groups to perform live during our School Board meetings, showcasing the high-quality music education happening at every level of our district.

A huge round of applause to the students from:
🎻Denfeld High School
🎤Ordean East Middle School
🥁Laura MacArthur Elementary School

Thank you to our dedicated music educators for inspiring our students and to our board members for supporting the arts in our schools. Music truly is the heartbeat of our community!

2026-27 Budget Update 📊

Duluth Public Schools is working to close a $4 million budget gap caused by rising costs and unfunded mandates. After months of data review and stakeholder feedback, we’ve finalized a $4.2 million reduction plan designed to prioritize fiscal responsibility.

The Breakdown:
🔹District Level: 15.6% reduction
🔹 Middle & High Schools: 5.8% reduction
🔹 Elementary Schools: 4.1% reduction

How were these decisions made?
✅ Community feedback from our recent ThoughtExchange
✅ Enrollment and registration data
✅ Input from staff, principals, and the School Board

We are committed to transparency. You can read more details, ThoughtExchange results, and a one-page overview at the link below.

🔗 Read the full update: https://trst.in/gs8tFY

📍 Join us for the School Board Meeting: tonight, March 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the district office.
▶️ Stream live on our YouTube Page: youtube.com//streams

Duluth Public Schools Announces Budget Reductions for 2026-2027 School Year Duluth Public Schools has finalized a plan to address a $4 million budget gap for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. While rising costs for supplies, insurance, and specialized services have outpaced state and federal funding, our district remains committed to fiscal responsibility while keeping st...

Congratulations to Principal Glockle! 🎉

This is well deserved and we couldn't be prouder! 🥰

Principal Nathan Glockle honored as Outstanding Teacher of the Northland The Area Learning Center in Duluth may serve some of the district’s most diverse and unconventional learners, but students say it’s the principal — Nathan Glockle — who makes the building feel like home.Glockle, known for a leadership style rooted in empathy, courage and compassion, has been...

📢 Join Our American Indian Parent Advisory Committee Meeting!

Help shape American Indian Education in our District! Your voice helps us guide programs, strengthen culture, and advocate for students.

📆 April 8, 2026
🕒 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Denfeld High School, Room #1206

✅ Guide Programs
✅ Strengthen Culture
✅ Connect with Community

Questions?
📞 218-336-8700 Ext. 1034
🌐 Details: isd709.org/academics/american-indian-education 🍓

🌟 Support Unity In Our Community 2026! 🌟

Our favorite back-to-school tradition is returning to Bayfront Festival Park on Monday, August 24, but we need your help to make it happen!

Unity In Our Community is a true grassroots effort. It costs approximately $16,000 each year to provide this day of food, school supplies, performances, and family fun. This event is funded entirely through the generosity of our local businesses and neighbors like you.

Whether you are a local business owner or a resident who loves our schools, your donation stays right here in Duluth to support our students and families.

💰 How You Can Help:

Donate Online: Quick and secure via Boost My School by visiting www.boostmyschool.com/duluthpublicschools

Donate by Mail: Checks can be made out to Duluth Public Schools (please write "Unity In Our Community" in the memo line).

Every dollar brings us closer to our goal of bringing the city together as one district and one community. Thank you for your continued support!

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Kelly Education is a proud partner of Duluth Public Schools! We’re excited to welcome caring, community-minded people to our substitute team. Parents and local residents make great substitutes, bringing stability and heart to our classrooms. If you’re ready to step in as a teacher, paraprofessional, or clerical sub, we’d love to connect. Reach out to [email protected] or use the interest form below to get started.

Kelly Education Interest Form Thank you for your interest in opportunities with Kelly Education in Minnesota. Kelly Education is the leading provider of educational staffing in the nation.

Are you new to Duluth Public Schools or have questions about enrollment and transportation? We know the logistics can be a lot, and we’re here to make it simple!

Join us for Parent/Guardian Academy 101: Your Guide to Enrollment & Transport! 🎒🚌

Our team will be available to help with registration, document verification, and bus routing. Whether you're new to the district or just need to check your status, we’re here to help you get ready to roll!

📍 Event Details:
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 25th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (Staff will be available for extra help starting at 5:00 PM and after the session around 7:30 PM)
📍 Location: Lincoln Park Middle School Media Center (3215 W. 3rd Street)
🍽 Dinner will be provided!

🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/DoLj4KVVVob45PNr5

💻 Virtual Option: Prefer to join online? Email Shalon Monroe at [email protected] to receive the meeting link.

Questions? Contact Shalon Monroe, Family and Community Engagement Specialist, at [email protected] or (218) 336-8700 Ext. 2509.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Due to winter weather, Duluth Public Schools will hold an e-learning day on Friday, March 13. Families, please check your email for more information about the e-learning day.

All K-12 activities and athletics are canceled for the day, except participation in sectional or state tour­naments, unless canceled by event officials. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes, preschool classes, Community Education in-person classes and KEY Zone will be canceled.