Durfee Magnet School

Douglas Mac Arthur High School operates under the Decatur Public Schools and is located in Decatur, Ill. It provides classes from grades nine through 12 in various subjects, including English, math, science, arts, music, social studies, physical education, industrial technology, and family and consumer science. It also offers foreign language programs in French, German and Spanish. The school s athletic program includes football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, tennis, basketball, wrestling, baseball, softball, and track and field. The school has a variety of student clubs and organizations, such as art club, band, jazz, choir, drama club, scholars and mentors, National Honor Society, video yearbook, scholars program and student council.

The Professional Development Institute in Decatur, IL, is dedicated to enhancing educational success within the community through strategic planning and a comprehensive master facility plan. The institute offers a range of programs and resources aimed at supporting both students and families, including academic guidance and mental health services. With a focus on fostering a positive learning environment, the institute emphasizes social-emotional learning, special education, and college and career readiness initiatives. Additionally, it actively engages the community through volunteer opportunities and various educational programs designed to meet the diverse needs of the Decatur school district. Generated from the website

The Decatur Community Partnership (DCP) is a formal network of health, human service, law enforcement, local government, educators, youth, parents, and media agencies in Decatur and Macon County, Illinois. DCP collaborates with community organizations to reduce substance abuse and improve the overall health and quality of life for residents through integrated services, research, and policy change. With a population of approximately 115,000, DCP has received numerous grants and implemented successful projects such as Turning Point, Family Investment Project, Communities Can, Teen Reach, Youth Engagement Strategy (Y.E.S.), and Teen Court, bringing in millions of dollars to the community.Generated from the website