JHS Summer 2026 Update #4

To support device sustainability and repair, a $15 annual technology fee is required for students in Grades 3-8 and a $30 annual technology fee is required for students in Grades 9-12.

• Technology fee for grades 9-12
• Technology fee donations
  
  

Durham Public Schools is committed to ensuring all students have access to the technology they need for learning. If your family is experiencing financial hardship, you may request a waiver of the annual Student Technology Fee by completing the 2026-2027 Student Technology Fee Hardship Request.

PTSA News

Throughout the year the PTSA provides support to Jordan High School in the form of teacher appreciation events, school supply sponsorships, campus beautification, classroom and student club grants, and in many other ways. To get involved in the Jordan HS PTSA, please complete the Jordan HS PTSA Interest Form!

PTSA Membership

The PTSA’s annual membership drive has begun! Families, students, faculty, staff, and community members are all encouraged to join by clicking the C.E. Jordan High School PTSA Givebacks link. While you are joining, please consider making a donation to support the PTSA. Throughout the year the PTSA provides support to Jordan High School in the form of teacher appreciation events, school supply sponsorships, campus beautification, classroom and student club grants, and in many other ways. This support is possible because of our many generous donors.

New Family Breakfast

Join members of the Jordan PTSA at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 12, during Summer Bridge in the cafeteria . This is a great time to meet other parents and hear from PTSA members about how you can get involved in supporting Jordan High School. Please feel free to join us whether or not your student is attending Summer Bridge - we would love to meet you.

September PTSA Meeting

The PTSA will have our first meeting for the 26-27 school year on September 14, at 6:00 p.m. in the Media Center - all are welcome to join us!

Become an approved volunteer

Anyone wishing to volunteer at a DPS school must be an approved volunteer. Please visit Volunteering Registration to submit an application - as a reminder, even if you were approved last year, everyone must submit a new application each year.

On October 10, the Jordan High School Cross Country team will host its annual Alumni/Community fun run. The event consists of a 1-mile run/walk at 8:00 a.m. and a 5K at 8:30 a.m. A minimum of $5 or other donation is required to run. All proceeds go to the Jordan Cross Country team.

Please make sure your Infinite Campus account is set up prior to the week of August 10:

1. Go to: https://portalaccess.ncsis.gov
2. Select Durham Public Schools.
3. Enter your student’s ID number, first name, last name, and date of birth.
4. Select the parent/guardian setting up the account.
5. Choose a verification method (text or email—must match what is on file at the school).
6. Enter the 6-digit verification code to complete setup.
   
   

If you need additional support please contact Ms. Rhonda Cooley, data manager, at Rhonda_Cooley@dpsnc.net. Please review the Parent and Student Portal Overview Video or the Parent and Student Portal Overview Handouts (English Spanish) for more information about Infinite Campus.

Students and parents can now view student schedules through Infinite Campus. Instructions for accessing Infinite Campus and creating a Parent Portal account are linked here.

If a student would like to request a schedule change, they may do so by submitting the Schedule Change Request Form. A list of courses offered during the 2026–2027 school year is also available to help students complete the schedule change request form.

The Schedule Change Request Form will opens Tuesday, August 11, and close Sunday, August 23. The form should be submitted only once. Students may request multiple schedule changes on the same form; submitting the form multiple times may result in requests not being reviewed.

The Schedule Change Request Form must be submitted by Sunday, August 23, for a schedule change to be considered. Phone calls, emails, and drop-in requests will not be processed.

Counselors will email students regarding whether their schedule change request was able to be processed. Emails will be sent to the address provided by the student when completing the form.

Pickup Dates & Hours

Passes must be picked up in person by either a parent or the student.

• Seniors Only: August 10 – August 21: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Monday – Friday)

• Seniors and Juniors: August 12 – August 21 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

What to Bring for Pickup

To receive your parking permit, you must bring the following two items:

1. Proof of Payment: A printed receipt.

2. Photocopy of Valid Driver’s License: Level II Limited Provisional License or Level III Full Provisional License. If multiple siblings are sharing a vehicle, each driver must provide a copy of their driver's license.

Note: The school will not make photocopies on-site, so please be sure to bring your printed copies with you.

As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we welcome your support in one of the following ways:

• Donate a ream of white 8.5" x 11" paper

• Donate AA or AAA batteries

• Contribute to the Senior Activities Fund, which supports events like the Senior Recognition Program and Senior Fest

Paper and battery donations can be dropped off at the main office Monday through Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or purchased through Amazon. Donations to the Senior Activities Fund can be made throughout the year. Thank you for supporting our students and staff!