Back to School Hub webpage: All the info you need to prepare for fall

Get ready for the upcoming school year: Visit DSD's Back to School Hub

School starts Tuesday, Aug. 25, and our 2026-27 Back to School Hub compiles all the essential information families need to get ready for the new school year. You’ll find details on enrollment, school start dates, supply lists, transportation options, bell schedules, and more.

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Every Student. Every Day.
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About Us

Miller Middle School is a community of well-rounded learners who achieve academic excellence for college and career readiness, as well as social emotional awareness, in a safe, supportive learning environment.  
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Where we’re located
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Mission

Miller Middle School is a space where we experience our connection with, influence over, and interdependence upon a community beyond our family. Here we begin to develop a social-emotional and intellectual identity that will remain with us throughout life. Our new school building will be completed in the fall of 2024. 
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Back to School Hub webpage: All the info you need to prepare for fall

Get ready for the upcoming school year: Visit DSD's Back to School Hub

School starts Tuesday, Aug. 25, and our 2026-27 Back to School Hub compiles all the essential information families need to get ready for the new school year. You’ll find details on enrollment, school start dates, supply lists, transportation options, bell schedules, and more.
No phones, no watches. Stay present. Stay connected.

DSD cell phone and smart watch policy

DSD's cell phone policy requires that cell phones and smart watches be put away during the school day or during classes, depending on grade level.
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Snow Days ahead? Keep June 1-4 open, just in case

Before you make your summer plans, please keep June 1-4, 2027, open. The last scheduled day of school is Friday, May 28, 2027. However, the DSD Academic Calendar designates June 1-4 as potential makeup days if winter weather causes multiple school closures.
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The smallest moments can leave the biggest mark: DSD kicks off a new school year

“The smallest moments can leave the biggest mark.” That was the message Board of Education President Kristin Smith shared with hundreds of Durango School District employees gathered Aug. 19 for Opening Day – and it became a fitting theme for a day filled with reconnection, celebration, student voices and learning from one another.
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Ignite bus stops and weekly theme for Aug. 17-21

Each week, DSD's Ignite Mobile Learning Lab features a new STEAM theme (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics), with fresh, hands-on learning experiences for students of all ages.
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Get a sneak peek at new school furniture

We recently stopped by Escalante Middle School and Durango High School for a sneak peek at some of the new furniture in our schools, and we’re getting definite retro-futuristic, Jetsons vibes.
Volunteer opportunity: Join the Long-Range Planning Committee and help shape the future of DSD

You can help shape the future of DSD

The Long-Range Planning Committee is looking for visionary volunteers who are committed to serving our students in ways that will impact generations to come.
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Vernadette Norman, Principal, Miller Middle School

Principal's Message

Welcome to the 2026–27 school year at Miller Middle School!
 
At Miller, we're proud to be part of Durango School District. Here, every student is empowered with the skills, confidence, and opportunities to thrive — both in the classroom and beyond.
 
Our dedicated staff knows each student by name and by story, creating a welcoming community where every student truly belongs. From sports and clubs to outdoor learning and project-based experiences, there is something for everyone.
 
We are privileged to uphold Miller's long-standing tradition of academic excellence, personal growth, and strong community connection. Whether your family is brand new to our school or continuing your journey with us, we are here for you. We are committed to providing a rigorous and supportive environment where your student can excel at every stage of their development.
 
Here’s to a growth-filled, meaningful year ahead — together. GO ANGELS!
 
Vernadette Norman
Proud Principal, Miller Middle School
 
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Quality of Life

Durango is a beautiful place to live and work. It is located at 6,512 feet elevation in Southwest Colorado near the Four Corners region. Families who live here enjoy a historic steam train, ski resort, rivers, vibrant downtown, bike trails, sky-high “fourteener” mountains, and four distinct seasons with an average of 266 sunny days per year. We welcome new families and new staff members, and we offer excellent benefits and competitive salaries. 
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Accessibility Statement

Durango School District is committed to ensuring our digital platforms are accessible to everyone, aligning with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards and Colorado accessibility laws. If you encounter a barrier or need an alternative format, please contact us at [email protected] or (970) 247-5411.