Congratulations to Ms. Elkerson and Ms. Parker for passing their edTPA licensure tests! You are incredible teachers and you work incredibly hard!

The Morehead PTA was able to cover the cost of these licensure exams thanks to generous donations to the PTA's MeerStart campaign and the Educational Support program (managed by the amazing Sophia Bessias), which covers $300 in educational expenses for every classroom and specials lead teacher at Morehead.

Many, many thanks to the entire Morehead community for this continued support. It's incredible to be able to provide this type of assistance for our wonderful teachers.

School Mint Lottery will open tomorrow for all DPS students. Relevant for Morehead: ANY PRE KINDERGARTEN STUDENT NOT IN OUR ATTENDANCE ZONE MUST REAPPLY FOR KINDERGARTEN. All middle school candidates must apply for the middle school they are eligible for if they do not wish to attend their base MS. You can locate your address and schools here: https://maps.durhamnc.gov/address/?page=schools&addr=-1

Questions reach out to Kirsten_Botts@dpsnc.net or Tyler_Steketee@dpsnc.net

Learn why Durham Public Schools is the best option for your student! Join us for the Showcase of Schools on Saturday, Jan. 10, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Northern High School, 4622 N. Roxboro Road, Durham. Learn about all the outstanding DPS schools and programs available for your student, including both neighborhood, zoned schools and application options such as year-round, Montessori, International Baccalaureate, and Dual-Language Immersion options. Representatives from all DPS schools will be available to share information and answer questions, as well as staff from various departments, including the Office of Student Assignment, Advanced Academics, Exceptional Children's Services, and Student Support Services. You'll be able to learn about K-12 curriculum, student supports, arts education, specialized programming, and more.

In addition, representatives will also be available from our online academy, specialty high schools, early colleges, and career and technical programming to help you and your student explore alternative pathways for academic study or career preparation.

Parent and student information panels will provide information on important topics surrounding school selection. The schedule for these panels is:

10:30-11:30 a.m. Transition to Kindergarten

11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Navigating Magnet and Lottery Options in DPS

1-2 p.m. Demystifying School Options: Charter, Public, and Everything In Between

All children in attendance will receive one free book from our community partner Book Harvest!

Explore DPS application schools through our Application Schools App! Follow this QR code or this link

You can also visit our Welcome website to find more information about each of our schools. Enter your address in the School Locator tool on the site to learn about your school assignments for the 2026-27 school year.

Monday, January 12, 8:30pmPlease join us via Zoom to vote to approve new line item for the Scholastic Book Fair in the PTA budget.The PTA will collect and disperse funds raised from the Scholastic Book Fair. These funds represent proceeds from the Book Fair as well as donations to the Morehead Book Fair-y and the remaining balances of eWallets. As advertised during the Book Fair, these funds will be utilized for library and school improvements.We need at least 20 members to approve this new budget item, so please attend! Additional information will be sent the day of the meeting.

The MMES PTA has joined the National PTA in its call for the USDA and Congress to immediately release available reserve funds to continue providing SNAP benefits during the federal government shutdown.

You can amplify your own voice and contact by using the National PTA's call-to-action platform!

We’re beginning to plan for the Spring Girls on the Run season and are in need of committed volunteer coaches. Girls on the Run is a confidence-building program for 3rd–5th grade girls that combines physical activity with lessons on teamwork, resilience, and emotional well-being.

Our biggest need is coaches who can alternate leading practice and attend at least one practice per week. Our team practice days will be Mon/Wed or Wed/Fri from 2:30pm-4pm, depending on coach availability. Coach training will take place in January.

Without enough coaches, we may be unable to offer a 2026 season — so your help truly makes a difference for the girls who love and rely on this program.

If you’re interested or have questions, please reach out to the head coach-Emily Moody (egsink@gmail.com). We’d be grateful to have you on the team!