News & Announcements

We will be celebrating our senior athletes who will be signing to compete at the next level.

Students who are interested in an Advanced Placement (AP) class next school year can meet AP teachers to learn more about their classes for next school year. Lunchtime and after school information sessions are scheduled for Feb. 6, 7, 8, 9, 13.

Close to 400 people enjoyed the the Impact Career Innovation Center Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Wednesday evening. The event began with welcome speeches, an Indigenous Blessing by Edward Box III of the Southern Ute Tribe, and ribbon cutting by student host Aubrey McKellips and Superintendent Karen Cheser.

The Durango High School (DHS) Black Student Alliance is hosting the 3rd Annual Black History Soul Food Dinner, on Feb. 22, 6:00 p.m. at the DHS Cafeteria.

In the true spirit of student-led learning, Durango High School (DHS) students will plan and execute a large district event. The Grand Opening of the Impact Career Innovation Center will be held Jan. 24, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the DHS campus.

We are excited to announce that the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) will be bringing a mobile vaccine van to two Durango 9-R school locations to help families catch up on the required school vaccines.

The DHS Green Team will be holding a trash cleanup Wednesday, Nov. 15 at 2:40 p.m., during enrichment period. Please meet the Green Team in front of DHS at 2:40 that day! Trash bags and gloves will be provided and this is a schoolwide approved enrichment activity so underclassmen are welcome to come. Students will earn community service hours, have fun, and increase our surrounding area's sustainability!

Green team had a busy month this September. A small group of green team students went on a tour of Table to Farm, a local composting facility. They learned about the importance of compost as well as it simplicity. They were amazed by the fact that 70% municipal solid waste can be composted.

We invite you to join us for our Winter Wonderland Gala on February 22, 2024 at the Powerhouse Museum. There will be entertainment, food and drinks, and a fabulous silent auction. We can't do what we do without your generosity and support. Durango dressy/cocktail attire is encouraged.

Due to hazardous road conditions, all schools will be closed today, Feb. 9. This decision was made in collaboration with emergency management. This includes all bus routes, school-related events and activities.