All three 2nd grade classes took the stage to sing patriotic songs, highlight moments in American history and demonstrate impressive public speaking skills.
The program concluded with a heartfelt slideshow honoring members of the military, veterans and first responders, reminding everyone in attendance of the sacrifices made to serve our country.
Experiences like this help students build confidence while developing a deeper understanding and appreciation of our nation’s history.
Well done, Wildcats.
The Amazing Shake gave 84 Lakeview Elementary students a chance to take on real‑world challenges. From interview skills, to firing an employee, the layout of the event was designed to build confidence and strong communication skills.
With support from community volunteers, students practiced teamwork, quick thinking, respect and relationship‑building as they navigated a whirlwind of life‑like scenarios.
The Amazing Shake is helping Lakeview students step into the real world with confidence.
Students and staff wear pink, fill a special mailbox with notes of encouragement and rally around special education teacher Holly Elliott as she bravely battles breast cancer — all while continuing to show up for her students each day.
As one message left for her reads: “Her fight is my fight.”
And in every pink shirt and handwritten note, she’s reminded that she’s not fighting alone.
2026–2027 Preschool Enrollment Now Open
Davis School District’s Early Childhood Programs are now accepting registrations for the 2026–2027 school year. Our inclusive preschool classrooms—available at select elementary schools—support both general education and special education students in a unified learning environment.
Program Options
General Education Preschool programs are available for:
• PreK
• Mixed age groups
• Three year olds
(All classrooms are inclusive.)
Tuition
• 2 days/week: $150 per month
• 4 days/week: $250 per month
• Scholarships are available for qualifying families.
Registration Fee
• $50 onetime fee
Required Documents
• Birth certificate
• Immunization records or approved exemption
Session Times
• Morning session: 9:00–11:30 a.m.
• Afternoon session: 12:45–3:15 p.m.
How to Register
Visit the Early Childhood Programs webpage to register and learn more:
www.davis.k12.ut.us/o/dsd/page/early-childhood-programs
At our recent Student Teacher Celebration, future educators shared what they’ve loved most about student teaching in Davis School District — from supportive mentors to classrooms where they felt trusted and valued from day one.
Watch here: https://youtube.com/shorts/ut7DRFqCsks
Designed for children ages 0–5 and their families, the conference featured 12 interactive stations aligned with state preschool core literacy standards. Teachers modeled strategies to help parents bring stories to life at home — from phonemic awareness activities and story retell to early writing with playdough and digging for letters in corn.
Each family received a copy of “The Little Red Hen,” enjoyed a live storytelling experience with puppets and explored student artwork displayed throughout the event. Community partners, including the Treehouse Museum, the county library and the Bountiful Food Pantry, provided additional resources and support for families.
Held at the Family Enrichment Center and Mountain High, the evening was a meaningful celebration of literacy, learning and connection.
Moments like this highlight what makes junior high athletics in Davis School District special — students competing alongside teammates they have grown with, coaches who invest in their development and communities that show up to support them.
Our athletic programs give every student-athlete the opportunity to grow, compete and build confidence — close to home.
Students presented yearlong research projects centered on this year’s theme, “Revolution, Reaction, and Reform.” Each student selected a historical topic, analyzed primary and secondary sources, and synthesized their research into an exhibit, documentary, website, paper or performance. The quality of work on display was truly impressive.
Approximately 30 students have advanced to the regional competition at Weber State University in March, with the opportunity to move on to the state competition in April and the National History Day competition in Washington, D.C., in June.
We are proud of these students for their dedication, critical thinking and scholarship. Please join us in wishing them luck as they prepare for region.
All nine of our high schools — Bountiful, Clearfield, Davis, Farmington, Layton, Northridge, Syracuse, Viewmont and Woods Cross — came together at Western Sports Park in Farmington for a day filled with competition, teamwork and school pride. The energy in the gym was electric, with outstanding support from student groups and school communities cheering on every athlete.
The tournament is part of Davis School District’s Unified Sports program, offered in partnership with Special Olympics Utah. Unified Sports promotes social inclusion by bringing together an equal number of athletes with and without intellectual disabilities to train and compete on the same team. Teammates are of similar age and ability, creating meaningful competition and friendships that extend beyond the game.
We are proud of every athlete who competed and grateful to the students, staff and families who made the day such a success.
The Utah State Board of Education recognized three Davis School District educators with the Science of Reading Award: Patty Arbon, MacKenzie Largent and Angela Morales.
Their leadership in strengthening evidence-based literacy instruction is making a lasting impact on teachers and students across the district.
When students are in class with their classmates, they have the chance to ask questions, collaborate and share in the learning experience. Every day in school is an opportunity to connect, participate and enjoy what’s happening with friends and teachers.
Attendance is not just about being present. It’s about being part of the community, contributing to discussions and experiencing the joy of learning alongside others.
The event brought in community volunteers representing careers from across the alphabet, allowing students to rotate from table to table, ask questions and learn about different paths they could pursue in the future.
The fair was limited to upper elementary grades due to the time commitment required from volunteers, but organizers said it gave students an early opportunity to start thinking beyond the classroom.
Students were exposed to careers ranging from science and engineering to creative and service‑based professions. Among the participants were a rocket scientist, a NASA engineer, a video producer, a sign language interpreter, a florist, landscapers, a banquet coordinator and the school resource officer, who brought equipment for students to see.
Students carried note cards as they moved through the fair, writing down interesting facts and careers that stood out to them, an activity designed to encourage reflection rather than formal presentations.
Introducing career readiness at a young age helps students begin identifying their interests and values.
“I always tell the kids, you want to find something that you love, and not just always look for the money because it’s so important to find something you love and that can start now when you’re young,” counselor Hayley Hamblin said.
The career fair concluded Lakeside Elementary’s College Week, a week of fun college-based activities encouraging students to pursue higher education.
Students at East Layton Elementary are spending the week learning what it truly means to treat others the way they want to be treated—and their campus is buzzing with meaningful activities that celebrate the power of kindness.
The week kicked off with a Golden Rule Assembly featuring a heartfelt message from School Board President Brigit Gerrard, who spoke about the impact of simple, everyday acts of kindness. Teachers and administrators also delighted students with a fun and thoughtful kindness skit that reinforced the importance of compassion and empathy in their school community.
Throughout the week, students will:
• Add personal reflections and pledges to the school’s Kindness Wall
• Participate in activities that promote kindness toward themselves and others
• Share stories about moments when kindness made a difference in their own lives
East Layton Elementary is truly modeling what it means to uplift one another, and these students are proving that kindness is not just taught, but lived.
