News

As an open space specialist with Durham County Engineering and Environmental Services, Bradley is doing his part to solve the planet’s biodiversity crisis — and he’s had some help from hardworking DA 11th-graders. 

Among this week’s highlights: Impressive results in two major events for the No. 1-ranked girls golf team and a look ahead to exciting events like Friday’s volleyball CavDome and Tuesday’s Fall Frenzy. Plus, our Cavs in College Spotlight features Middlebury field hockey’s Katherine Lantzy ’21. 

Our fall teams are off to a terrific start, and there are some exciting special events coming up, including Donut Tuesday next week! Plus, we have features on collegiate athletes Tanner Barry ’20 and Millie Loehr ’20.

As an open space specialist with Durham County Engineering and Environmental Services, Bradley is doing his part to solve the planet’s biodiversity crisis — and he’s had some help from hardworking DA 11th-graders. 

DA Athletics is off to an exciting start to 2023–2024, and there are plenty of opportunities for supporters to get involved!

From Preschool to Upper School, Durham Academy’s math curriculum prioritizes conceptual understanding and offers “just right” choices for every learner. Follow along as we explore how math is taught in classrooms throughout DA’s campuses. This is the first in a series of Subject Spotlights that we’ll share in News & Notes this school year.

You have doubtless heard, or seen, these names in an email, or on a roster, or during a brief in-person exchange. You’ll see much more of them in the days, weeks and, we hope, years to come. The last year has seen the arrival of 36 new faces onto the faculty and staff at Durham Academy. They are devoted educators, committed mentors, constant learners — and many are already familiar with the mission and vision of DA.

DA Athletics is off to an exciting start to 2023–2024, and there are plenty of opportunities for supporters to get involved!

You have doubtless heard, or seen, these names in an email, or on a roster, or during a brief in-person exchange. You’ll see much more of them in the days, weeks and, we hope, years to come. The last year has seen the arrival of 36 new faces onto the faculty and staff at Durham Academy. They are devoted educators, committed mentors, constant learners — and many are already familiar with the mission and vision of DA.

DA Athletics is off to an exciting start to 2023–2024, and there are plenty of opportunities for supporters to get involved!

From classmates' contact information to team schedules and division calendars, the Durham Academy App/online directory has what you need to prepare for and stay organized through the new school year. 

One of the most impactful ways to reduce your carbon footprint is to drive less — and one easy way to do so is to carpool to school.

In the event of a closing or schedule change due to inclement weather or a school emergency, Durham Academy will communicate this information to families in a number of ways.

Want to see you child's schedule at a glance or review progress reports? Need to sign up for an Extended Day program? Looking for college counseling forms? Look no further than your Veracross Parent Portal!