Dr. Curtis Brower, Principal
Main Office: 919-870-4098
Bell Schedule: 8:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Home
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Welcome to Durant Road Middle School
Durant Road Middle School is a dynamic, diverse, and thriving learning environment where students are leaders, critical thinkers, and collaborators within the learning process. The faculty and staff at Durant Road Middle School are dedicated and committed to providing rigorous and intentional instruction while building strong relationships with all stakeholders. Our goal is to cultivate an environment of learners who are eager to acquire new knowledge, who are equipped with a solid academic foundation of skills, and who are prepared to embark upon innovative learning endeavors in a world characterized by constant change.
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School Calendar
all day
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Our School Community
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Student Clubs & Organizations
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Supportive Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
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Community Partnerships
Academic Excellence
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Exceeded Expected Growth
DRMS exceeded expected growth on NC EOGs in 2024-2025.
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Kagan Trained
Over 50% of our school staff is trained in Kagan Collaborartive Structures
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Multi-layered Support
Targeted instruction. Student success at DRMS
2025-26 National Beta School of Merit Award
Honoring the club’s dedication and commitment to academic excellence.
Voices of Our School
Our school is defined by the people who invest in it every day: students, families, faculty, community leaders and a network of alumni.
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Christen Myers
"We believe strong relationships come first because students thrive when they know they're seen, valued, and supported. We celebrate growth, work together as one team, and create an environment where everyone succeeds."
Science MCL
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Chris McCabe
“It is clearly evident that a 'culture of coaching' has been authentically embraced and is building collective efficacy which is directly benefiting students.”
Northern Area Superintendent