National Principals' Month
This month, we celebrate our incredible principals who lead with dedication, passion and heart! Thank you for inspiring students, supporting staff and shaping the future every day.

This month, we celebrate our incredible principals who lead with dedication, passion and heart! Thank you for inspiring students, supporting staff and shaping the future every day.
This holiday season, let’s keep safety in mind when choosing toys for children. Let’s make it a joyful and safe holiday for all!
The application period for the 2026–2027 CCS' Choice Programs is open through Friday, January 9, 2026. Families are encouraged to continue exploring programs and make plans to attend upcoming program-specific family nights to find a program based on their students' specific interests and goals.
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This year, DBHS will begin EOC testing on Monday, December 15, 2025. Students who are enrolled in Math 1, Math 3, English 2 or Biology will take their EOC exam on Monday. CTE exams will be administered on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 along with any makeup EOC exams. Wednesday and Thursday will also be for makeup exams. Friday, December 19, 2025 is a 2 hour early release day. Click the link for the CCS calendar.
CCS CalendarsDouglas Byrd High School, named after the late F. D. Byrd who served as the superintendent of the Cumberland County Schools, is a comprehensive high school.
Douglas Byrd High School has a rich history of excellence rooted in innovation and high expectations. In addition to providing a comprehensive curricular program, we offer specialized academies, which include the Finance Academy and the Academy of Green Technology. Instructional leaders place high expectations of all students and teachers while focusing on learning and teaching. There is also a focus on the school climate to ensure school safety. Community support and parent involvement in our school is welcome.
Our principal, administrative team, faculty and staff, continue to make Douglas Byrd a great place where people want to be.
Phone: 910-484-8121
Fax: 910-323-4127
Bell Times: 8:30 a.m. – 3:40 p.m.
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.