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: Stephen Decatur Middle School spotlight with Principal Curtiss Lindsey
May 22, 2026 - Stephen Decatur Middle School Principal Curtiss Lindsey joined Byers & Co to talk about his path from Georgia to Decatur and what makes their school special. Listen to the podcast now!
May 22, 2026
Decatur Park District returns with summer lunch program
May 17, 2026 - 2026 marks the 43rd year the Decatur Park District and Illinois State Board of Education have partnered to provide free meals at park and school locations across Decatur as part of the Summer Food Service Program. Teams of Yellow Hat Park Leaders will be in 9 neighborhood parks during the lunch hour each...
May 17, 2026
LISTEN: Prep Academy update with Ashley Grayned, Andy Hynds, and graduating seniors
May 15, 2026 - Ashley Grayned of DPS 61, Andy Hynds of Richland Community College, and senior students, Alivia Bray, Jack Bush, Allie Allgeier, and Morriah Berglin, joined Byers & Co to talk about the Prep Academy where students are graduating from high school and RCC simultaneously. Listen to the podcast now!
May 15, 2026
LISTEN: MacArthur Seniors Cam Johnson, Nathan Bivens, and Morgan Patterson with Principal Cordell Ingram
May 8, 2026 - MacArthur High School principal Cordell Ingram, and students, Cam Johnson, Nathan Bivens, and Morgan Patterson, joined Byers & Co to talk about MHS Awards Night, graduation, and the students' scholarships received and plans moving forward. Listen to the podcast now!
May 08, 2026