Decatur Public Schools
At Decatur Public Schools, their mission is to educate every student for lifelong success. Decatur Public Schools offer a variety of experiences for students and families, plus programs you won’t find at other schools in Central Illinois.
LISTEN: Ashley Grayned and Dr. Jay Marino talk DPS 61's Road Map 2030 strategic plan
September 25, 2026 - Ashley Grayned and Dr. Jay Marino joined Byers & Co to talk about their Roadmap 2030 strategic plan, community feedback, future plans, and tightening timelines. Listen to the podcast now!
Sep 25, 2026
Retired DPS61 educator turns cancer journey into annual community blood drive
September 23, 2026 - A retired Decatur Public Schools educator is turning his experience with cancer and blood transfusions into an effort to help others. Vincent Clayton recently hosted his third annual community blood drive in partnership with ImpactLife. The September 21st drive was held in the parking lot of Montes...
Sep 23, 2026
WATCH: DPS Boys Choir Workshop
Voices came together and connections were made as choir members from several grade levels at DPS61 gathered for a special workshop! Older singers shared their experience and encouraged the younger students, building confidence, developing skills, and showing how music can bring the Decatur Public Schools family togethe...
Sep 21, 2026
LISTEN: Meet two Dennis Lab School teachers from the International Teacher Cultural Exchange Program with Monica Wilks
September 18, 2026 - DPS 61 Director of HR, Monica Wilks and Dennis Lab School teachers, Jennifer Nanor and Delicia Pollard, joined Byers & Co to talk about the International Teacher Cultural Exchange Program - Cohort 1. Listen to the podcast now!
Sep 18, 2026