Panther Press 26-27 7th Edition
Blueprint for Champions
Message From The Principal
September 13, 2026
Greetings Panther Families,
As we move further into the school year, let’s continue to make attendance a priority. September is Attendance Awareness Month, and being present each day gives our students the opportunity to stay on track, participate in learning, and make steady progress toward their goals. Missing even one day can mean missing valuable instruction and important moments in the classroom. Make the commitment to be here, be engaged, and make the most of every school day!
Another important part of a successful school day is being on time. Students should plan ahead and arrive on campus with enough time to get to class before the bell rings. Our doors open at 7:00 am, and the tardy bell rings at 7:30 am. Tardy stations will be in full effect during all blocks. If you arrive to class after the bell, please stop by a grade-level office to obtain a tardy pass before reporting to class. Starting the day on time sets the tone for a productive day of learning.
As Panthers, we all have a role in creating a positive and focused campus. Please continue to follow our campus expectations by coming to school in dress code and ensuring that all personal electronic devices are turned off and secured in your Yondr pouch. These expectations help minimize distractions and allow our classrooms to remain focused on teaching and learning. Thank you for doing your part to make Duncanville High School a place where every student can learn, grow, and succeed.
We are also excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, beginning Tuesday, September 15th. This special observance provides us with a meaningful opportunity to recognize and honor the rich histories, cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Throughout the month, our campus will celebrate and highlight the many ways Hispanic and Latino communities have enriched our school, our nation, and our world.
Let’s continue to show up, stay focused, follow expectations, and make every day count!
Go Panthers! 🐾
Executive Principal
Parents and Guardians,
The safety of our students, families, and community remains a top priority at Duncanville High School. We are asking for your cooperation with the following important traffic safety expectations during student arrival and dismissal.
Please be mindful of the following:
- Do not park or stop in the right lane of eastbound Camp Wisdom Road adjacent to Duncanville High School to pick up or drop off students.
- Students should never be dropped off or picked up while a vehicle is stopped in an active lane of traffic.
- This creates a significant safety hazard for students, pedestrians, and motorists.
- Parents may park against the curb in the right lane of westbound Camp Wisdom Road, on the north side of the street.
The Duncanville ISD Police Department has already issued citations for these violations and will continue enforcement throughout the school year.
We understand that arrival and dismissal can be busy; however, we need everyone's cooperation to ensure students are entering and leaving campus safely. Please plan accordingly and use only appropriate areas when dropping off or picking up your student.
Thank you for your attention to this important safety matter and for partnering with us to maintain a safe environment for everyone arriving at and leaving Duncanville High School.
Duncanville ISD Police Department and Duncanville High School Administration
Duncanville High School AP students and families, please review the important requirements and deadlines for participation in the 2026–2027 AP Program. This information and the necessary links are also available in each AP teacher's Google Classroom.
Thursday, October 2
$25 AP Exam fee per exam is due.
Students enrolled in an AP course are expected to take the corresponding AP Exam in May.
AP Exam Payment
• Student Cost: $25 per AP exam
• The $25 exam cost is a flat fee for all students. There are no additional waivers or fee reductions.
• Duncanville High School Payment Deadline: October 2, 2026
• Students enrolled in multiple AP courses must submit payment for each AP exam.
• Second-semester AP courses should NOT be paid at this time. Payment for a second-semester AP course will be completed during the second semester, after the student has started the course and joined the course in College Board.
Students and families should use Total Registration to complete the payment process:
Total Registration:
https://totalregistration.net/AP/442085
Please complete payment by October 2, 2026. Meeting our campus deadline allows us time to review student accounts, resolve discrepancies, and prepare AP exam orders before College Board ordering deadlines.
Students enrolled in AP courses are expected to participate in the corresponding AP examination. College Board may assess additional fees for exams ordered late, cancelled after applicable deadlines, or ordered but not used. These fees are established by College Board and are separate from the $25 student exam cost.
If your student has questions about their AP course or College Board classroom enrollment, please contact their AP teacher. Questions regarding AP exam payment or testing may be directed to a testing coordinator.
Thank you for helping us complete this important next step as we prepare for a successful AP testing year.
Karen Cothran, Testing Coordinator, kcothran@duncanvilleisd.org, 972-708-3826
Shunta Jackson, Testing Coordinator, shujackson@duncanvilleisd.org, 972-708-3830
AP Course Expectations, Required Steps, and Deadlines - 26-27
Danny Colbert Jr.
Email: akile@duncanvilleisd.org
Website: www.duncanvilleisd.org
Location: 900 West Camp Wisdom Road, Duncanville TX 75116
Phone: 972-708-3700
Facebook: facebook.com/DuncanvilleHighSchool
Twitter: @duncanville_HS