I Love DS Day

I LOVE DS DAY & DS SPIRIT WEEK 2026

MAKE A GIFT TO DRAGON FUND TODAY!

We're thrilled to announce that I Love Duke School Day is here (Friday, February 13th.) It's a special opportunity for our school community to unite, showcasing our school spirit while supporting the Dragon Fund.

To mark I Love Duke School Day, we have participated in a week filled with enjoyable and interactive activities, highlighting our school spirit and affection for our community. Today, we invite you to support DS and also watch a special video featuring our MS students.

One of the things I value most about Duke School is how well prepared the kids are to speak with confidence about what they know and believe. We love our school! - Sarah O’Brien, Parent of Jonas'27

I LOVE DUKE SCHOOL DAY: THE HEART (2026)

Join us in watching a special I Love DS video, featuring MS students and staff, as they share why they love Duke School in their hearts.

Here's how you can get involved:

  • Dragon Wear: Purchase Dragon Wear and limited edition I Love Duke School Day apparel HERE. Will be available this week!
  • Day of Giving: Mark your calendars and join us in bolstering the magic of DS by contributing to the Dragon Fund. You can also make gifts in honor of someone dear to you, be it a student, friend, teacher, or family member.
  • Employee Matching Gifts: Find out if your employer matches your charitable contributions today by clicking here
  • Carline Coffee: Parents and caregivers are invited to join us for carline coffee, tea, and treats on Friday, February 13th, from 8 am to 9:30 am in front of the Middle School Gym.

GET YOUR DS SPIRIT WEAR HERE!

Spirit Week (Feb. 9-13, 2026) - NOTE Changes (due to recent snow weather)

  • ✅ Monday, Feb. 9th: Favorite Shirt Day & Spirit Week Kick Off: Chalk your Love* (8:30 am, 12 pm, and 2:30 pm). 
  • ✅ Tuesday, Feb. 10th: Cozy/PJ Day (note the date change)
  • ✅ Wednesday, Feb 11th: Favorite Sports Team Day (colors or branded apparel) & Stranger Things Trivia Night (6-8 pm in the Center for IDEAS - CI). Register today!
  • ✅ Thursday, Feb 12th: Wild Sock Day, MS Students v. Staff basketball game (2 pm, MS Gym) & Spirit Night at Eastcut Sandwich Bar (DS receives 15% of proceeds), 5-8 pm. 
  • ✅ Friday, Feb 13th: School Spirit Day (DS Apparel or colors), I Love DS Day (Giving Day - all day); Carline Coffee & Treats 8-9:30 am (MS Gym); 100th Day Kindergarten Parade at 2:15 pm, LS Parking lot (note the date change due to weather). 

*Parents/Caregivers are invited to grab sidewalk chalk and draw or write what they love about Duke School. It is a simple and joyful way to brighten our campus and showcase our school pride. Chalk and instructions will be available throughout the day, with staff present at 8:30, noon, and 2:30. Chalk stations will be located outside near the Preschool (Bldg. E), Building B, and the Center (CI).

DRAGON FUND PARTICIPATION

  • 48%
  • 100%

DRAGON FUND GIVING

  • $185,584
  • $350,000

Duke School's gift year ends June 30, but you may want to contribute by December 31, to take advantage of current year tax benefits.