Decatur Public Schools
At Decatur Public Schools, our mission is to educate every student for lifelong success. Our 15 schools offer a variety of experiences for students and families, plus programs you won’t find at other schools in Central Illinois.
LISTEN: South Shores Elementary School Principal Kristi Mullinix on Byers & Co
September 12, 2025 - South Shores Elementary School principal Kristi Mullinix joined Byers & Co to talk about her career as she is set to retire after this year, her thoughts on the future of the school district, their recent open house, and celebrating students with their book vending machine. Listen to the podcas...
Sep 12, 2025
Community members learn more about "Adopt a School" Initiative for Decatur Public Schools
September 10, 2025 - Decatur Public Schools District 61 brought the Adopt a School initiative to the Scoville Zoo Education Center on Wednesday with the goal of building stronger partnerships between local organizations, individuals, and schools throughout the district. The program invites community members, businesse...
Sep 11, 2025
DPS61 Board of Education offering community survey to assist in next Superintendent selection
September 8, 2025 - The DPS 61 Board of Education is soliciting the help of community members, parents and district staff in the search for a new Superintendent for Decatur SD 61. A survey provided by the Illinois Association of School Boards is currently available online at www.dps61.org/SuptSearch. Questions on the ...
Sep 08, 2025
LISTEN: Dr. Karen Lauritzen talks about her new role as a DPS 61 board member
September 5, 2025 - DPS #61 board member, Dr. Karen Lauritzen, joined Byers & Co to talk about her background in education and her new role on the board. Listen to the podcast now!
Sep 05, 2025