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🚸 ROADMAP 2030 Stakeholder Feedback POSTED!
In April 2025, the Board of Education paused the process to allow time for reflection, refinement, and the opportunity to broaden stakeholder engagement. We are now ready to reengage the committee, along with a few new committee members, and move forward with renewed focus, expanded representation, and a shared commitment to meaningful progress.
Welcome Dr. Nicole Nash Moody
The Decatur Public Schools Board of Education has selected Dr. Nicole Nash Moody as the next Superintendent of Decatur Public School District #61. Dr. Moody will officially replace Dr. Rochelle Clark following her retirement at the end of this school year. Welcome Dr. Moody to the DPS family!
2025-2026 School Calendar
Stay up to date with important half days of school and holidays by viewing this year’s school calendar and bell times. Plus, get a head start by checking out next school year’s calendar, now available too! Tech Tip: visit www.dps61.org/calendar for a direct link!
E-Learning Assignments for Students
When the district establishes an e-learning day for students, follow this link for specific grade level assignments
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We are excited to participate in an International Teacher Cultural Exchange Program. Click on the headline to read more.
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Mental health care is available FREE with Cartwheel.
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DPS is committed to enhancing educational success for our district through a comprehensive strategic planning and master facility plan. Beginning in October 2024, work to craft a road map that addresses the needs and aspirations of the Decatur school community will take place.
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The Board of Education approved changes updates regarding changes to policy, 7:160 Student Appearance, 7:190 Student Behavior, and 8:30 Visitor to and Conduct on School Property. Click the headline above to read more.
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2025-26 Calendar
Did You Know?
15
SCHOOLS
District #61 is home to 15 schools, including two high schools, three magnet schools, and five neighborhood elementary schools.
7,700
STUDENTS
Approximately 7,700 students currently attend Decatur Public Schools from PreK through 12th grade.
19.6
AVG. CLASS SIZE
An average of 19.6 students are in each DPS classroom, below the state average of 20.7 students per class.
13
AVG. YEARS
Decatur Public School's certified staff have the average of 13 years of educational experience of its 1,700 total employees.
44%
MASTERS OR HIGHER
Of the more than 460 certified teachers in Decatur Public Schools, 41 percent hold a master's degree or higher.
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