Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11th. All DPS schools will be closed that day.
Veterans Day celebrates and honors all military personnel who have served in the United States Armed Forces. We give special thanks to our own Coach Matheson, who served in the Army, and many Glenn family members who have served and continue to serve our country. Thank you.
November 2nd and 3rd are Teacher Workdays. We will see our Lions on Wednesday, November 4th!
💙 Supporting healthy scholars starts with informed families!
DPS parents and legal guardians: Please review our handout about Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes to help your family stay informed.
📄 View the diabetes handout: https://aptg.co/cYPG5r
Does your scholar need diabetes care during the school day? Visit our Managing Health Conditions & Forms webpage for information and forms to help your scholar receive the support they need:
🔗 https://www.dpsnc.net/page/managing-health-conditions-and-forms/
Together, we can help our scholars stay healthy and ready to learn! #WeAreDPS
DPS parents and legal guardians: Please review our handout about Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes to help your family stay informed.
📄 View the diabetes handout: https://aptg.co/cYPG5r
Does your scholar need diabetes care during the school day? Visit our Managing Health Conditions & Forms webpage for information and forms to help your scholar receive the support they need:
🔗 https://www.dpsnc.net/page/managing-health-conditions-and-forms/
Together, we can help our scholars stay healthy and ready to learn! #WeAreDPS
October 7th is an Early Release Day!
School will end at 12:15. Bus riders will be dropped off at their stop two hours earlier than usual.
Glenn's picture day is Monday, October 12th!
Families don't need to send money in advance. A proof picture will be sent to all families with information on how to order pictures!
Families don't need to send money in advance. A proof picture will be sent to all families with information on how to order pictures!
Wednesday, September 30th is a DPS Teacher Workday.
We will see our Lions on October 1st!
We hope you can join us for our annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on September 29th from 5:30-7:00!
Wishing all who celebrate a meaningful Yom Kippur!
Glenn will be closed on Monday, September 21st in honor of Yom Kippur.
State Accountability Data Reports Historic Student Performance Gains for DPS in 2025-26. Read more: https://www.dpsnc.net/article/3108568
Join Durham Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony S. Lewis for the 2026 State of the District Address as we celebrate our progress, showcase the DPS Difference, and look ahead to the priorities and opportunities shaping the future of Durham Public Schools.
Register Now: https://bit.ly/DPS_SOTD
Register Now: https://bit.ly/DPS_SOTD
Labor Day honors the American labor movement and recognizes the social and economic contributions of workers.
We are grateful to our teachers, our team, our families, and our community, who all work to make Durham a better place. Thank you.
The countdown is ON!
The first day of school for our traditional calendar students is Monday, August 24, and we’re getting ready to welcome our scholars back for an exciting 2026–2027 school year!
Be sure to visit www.dpsnc.net to view the full Back to School Guide for everything you need to start the year strong! #WeAreDPS
The first day of school for our traditional calendar students is Monday, August 24, and we’re getting ready to welcome our scholars back for an exciting 2026–2027 school year!
Be sure to visit www.dpsnc.net to view the full Back to School Guide for everything you need to start the year strong! #WeAreDPS
Congratulations to Paula Januzzi-Godfrey, Media Coordinator at Glenn Elementary School, who has been named a regional winner for the North Carolina School Librarian of the Year Award! 📚✨
This prestigious recognition celebrates outstanding school librarians who make a meaningful difference for students, educators, and their school communities.
Congratulations, Ms. Januzzi-Godfrey, on this well-deserved honor! 🎉 #WeAreDPS #DPSProud
This prestigious recognition celebrates outstanding school librarians who make a meaningful difference for students, educators, and their school communities.
Congratulations, Ms. Januzzi-Godfrey, on this well-deserved honor! 🎉 #WeAreDPS #DPSProud
We are excited to welcome your family to Kindergarten!
Please join us on Thursday, August 27th from 5:00 -6:30 to meet your child's teacher, enjoy some popsicles, and meet some new Kindergarten friends!
Welcome Back Lions! The first day of school for grades 1st-5th is Monday, August 24th!
To help Kindergartners transition to school, students attend in small groups for the first three days.
Monday, August 24th - Last Names A-F
Tuesday, August 25th - Last Names G-N
Wednesday, August 26th - Last Names O-Z
Friday, August 28th - ALL Students!
Please call us at 919-560-3920 if you have any questions!
Please join us for Glenn's Open House on Thursday, August 20th!
Students with last names from A-L can attend from 2-4, and students with last names from M-Z can attend from 4:30-6:30. Kindergarten families are welcome to attend, but will also have their own Open House on Thursday, August 27th to meet their child's teacher.
Please call 919-560-3920 with any questions!
Keep up with the exciting events at Glenn through our social media!
Instagram: @GlennESPride
Facebook: Glenn Elementary School
STEM Instagram: @GlennESSTEM
Media Instagram: @librarylifestorieswithpj
Art Instagram: @smiles_artclass
Happy Last Day of School! Glenn will dismiss at 2:15 on June 10th. Please call 919-560-3920 if you have any questions. We hope you have a wonderful summer!
We remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. Glenn will be closed on Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day. Students will return on Tuesday, May 26th.
Wednesday, April 29th is an Early Release Day! Students will be dismissed at 12:15. Bus riders will arrive home two hours earlier than usual. Please call 919-560-3920 if you have any questions.
