Parkside Elementary recently welcomed a wonderful crowd of families, students, teachers, staff, administrators and former members of the Parkside community for its 20th Anniversary Open House.
Guests gathered to share memories, revisit photos from the past two decades and celebrate the people who have made Parkside what it is today. A special moment came when D. Roy Warren, Parkside’s very first principal, returned to celebrate alongside the community.
From the flag ceremony to the activities, treats and stories filling the school, the evening was a reminder that a school is more than a building. It is a community built by the people who walk through its doors.
Here’s to 20 years of connection, memories and Panther pride!
Guests gathered to share memories, revisit photos from the past two decades and celebrate the people who have made Parkside what it is today. A special moment came when D. Roy Warren, Parkside’s very first principal, returned to celebrate alongside the community.
From the flag ceremony to the activities, treats and stories filling the school, the evening was a reminder that a school is more than a building. It is a community built by the people who walk through its doors.
Here’s to 20 years of connection, memories and Panther pride!
Before the first bell rang at Boulton Elementary, student leaders were already getting to work.
Student Council and Hope Squad members spent part of their back-to-school retreat building leadership and teamwork skills through activities, learning new tools to communicate as a team and creating videos to help their school get ready for a new year.
Students also heard from Utah legislator and Boulton alumna Melissa Garff Ballard, who encouraged them to work hard and stay committed to the things they care about. As the first female student body president at South Davis Junior High, Melissa shared her own leadership experience while students explored what it means to make a difference in their school and community.
These Bobcats are learning that leadership is more than a title. It is about working together, supporting others and using their skills to make their school a better place.
Student Council and Hope Squad members spent part of their back-to-school retreat building leadership and teamwork skills through activities, learning new tools to communicate as a team and creating videos to help their school get ready for a new year.
Students also heard from Utah legislator and Boulton alumna Melissa Garff Ballard, who encouraged them to work hard and stay committed to the things they care about. As the first female student body president at South Davis Junior High, Melissa shared her own leadership experience while students explored what it means to make a difference in their school and community.
These Bobcats are learning that leadership is more than a title. It is about working together, supporting others and using their skills to make their school a better place.
A little more time on Wednesday. A lot more time for learning.
Late Start Wednesdays are back for junior high and high school students:
• Junior high begins at 10:15 a.m.
• High school begins at 9:30 a.m.
The later start gives educators dedicated time to work together through Professional Learning Communities. They use this time to collaborate, analyze student learning, plan instruction and identify ways to better support individual student needs.
So while students get a little extra time in the morning, teachers are using that time to strengthen what happens in the classroom.
Same commitment to learning. Just a later start on Wednesdays.
Late Start Wednesdays are back for junior high and high school students:
• Junior high begins at 10:15 a.m.
• High school begins at 9:30 a.m.
The later start gives educators dedicated time to work together through Professional Learning Communities. They use this time to collaborate, analyze student learning, plan instruction and identify ways to better support individual student needs.
So while students get a little extra time in the morning, teachers are using that time to strengthen what happens in the classroom.
Same commitment to learning. Just a later start on Wednesdays.
A new chapter begins at Burton Elementary School!
Families, students, staff and community members recently gathered to celebrate the completion of Burton Elementary's new addition with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house.
This exciting expansion provides enhanced learning spaces designed to support student success for years to come. Thank you to everyone who helped bring this project to life, including Willmeng Construction and MHTN Architects, whose partnership made this vision a reality.
Here's to a great school year ahead and the many memories that will be made in these new spaces.
Families, students, staff and community members recently gathered to celebrate the completion of Burton Elementary's new addition with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house.
This exciting expansion provides enhanced learning spaces designed to support student success for years to come. Thank you to everyone who helped bring this project to life, including Willmeng Construction and MHTN Architects, whose partnership made this vision a reality.
Here's to a great school year ahead and the many memories that will be made in these new spaces.
Educator Kickoff brought Davis School District educators together across two days and two locations to learn, collaborate and prepare for the school year ahead.
Through professional learning and time with colleagues, educators strengthened their skills, shared ideas and explored strategies they can bring into their classrooms and schools. These opportunities help us continue to strengthen teaching and learning while preparing our schools and teams for a successful year.
We’re grateful for the educators who continue to learn, grow and put students at the center of their work.
Through professional learning and time with colleagues, educators strengthened their skills, shared ideas and explored strategies they can bring into their classrooms and schools. These opportunities help us continue to strengthen teaching and learning while preparing our schools and teams for a successful year.
We’re grateful for the educators who continue to learn, grow and put students at the center of their work.
A great school year starts with connection.
At East Layton Elementary, Principal Brooke Murdock and staff welcomed students and their families at Popsicles with the Principal and Staff recently. About 300 students joined their parents and siblings for a treat, a chance to meet their teachers and some time to get excited about the year ahead.
With teachers from every grade level there to visit with their new students, the event helped build connections before the first day of school.
Across Davis School District, schools are finding creative ways to welcome students and families and build a strong sense of community from the very beginning.
At East Layton Elementary, Principal Brooke Murdock and staff welcomed students and their families at Popsicles with the Principal and Staff recently. About 300 students joined their parents and siblings for a treat, a chance to meet their teachers and some time to get excited about the year ahead.
With teachers from every grade level there to visit with their new students, the event helped build connections before the first day of school.
Across Davis School District, schools are finding creative ways to welcome students and families and build a strong sense of community from the very beginning.
Fridays look a little different in Davis schools.
Every Friday, K–6 students are dismissed at 1:30 p.m. for early out.
That time isn't just about an earlier start to the weekend. Early out provides educators with dedicated time to collaborate, plan and reflect on instruction through Professional Learning Communities — helping them respond to student needs and strengthen learning in the classroom.
For families, it's a reminder to plan for the 1:30 p.m. dismissal.
For educators, it's time dedicated to an important part of the work: making learning better for every student.
Every Friday, K–6 students are dismissed at 1:30 p.m. for early out.
That time isn't just about an earlier start to the weekend. Early out provides educators with dedicated time to collaborate, plan and reflect on instruction through Professional Learning Communities — helping them respond to student needs and strengthen learning in the classroom.
For families, it's a reminder to plan for the 1:30 p.m. dismissal.
For educators, it's time dedicated to an important part of the work: making learning better for every student.
One more group of new principals to celebrate on this first day!
We’re excited to welcome:
• Jamie Moon — Taylor Elementary
• Amy Thompson — Valley View Elementary
• Maria King — Wasatch Elementary
As they begin this new chapter, we know they’ll bring energy, leadership and a commitment to helping students and school communities thrive.
Welcome, Jamie, Amy and Maria! We’re glad you’re here.
We’re excited to welcome:
• Jamie Moon — Taylor Elementary
• Amy Thompson — Valley View Elementary
• Maria King — Wasatch Elementary
As they begin this new chapter, we know they’ll bring energy, leadership and a commitment to helping students and school communities thrive.
Welcome, Jamie, Amy and Maria! We’re glad you’re here.
And we’re not done celebrating!
Our first day of school tradition continues as we welcome more of our new principals to their school communities.
Today, we’re celebrating:
• Eric Castro — North Davis Junior High
• Erin Stumo — North Layton Junior High
• Shon Feller — South Davis Junior High
Here’s to a year of strong connections, student growth and new opportunities. Welcome to the team!
Our first day of school tradition continues as we welcome more of our new principals to their school communities.
Today, we’re celebrating:
• Eric Castro — North Davis Junior High
• Erin Stumo — North Layton Junior High
• Shon Feller — South Davis Junior High
Here’s to a year of strong connections, student growth and new opportunities. Welcome to the team!
A first-day tradition we look forward to every year: celebrating our new principals!
Today, we’re welcoming new leaders to school communities across Davis School District. They’re stepping into their new roles ready to connect with students and staff, support academic achievement and create opportunities for their school communities.
First up:
• Kerianne Carter — Adelaide Elementary
• Natalie Williams — Centerville Elementary
• Katie Frederiksen — Centerville Junior High
Welcome to your first day, principals! We’re excited to see all that’s ahead.
Today, we’re welcoming new leaders to school communities across Davis School District. They’re stepping into their new roles ready to connect with students and staff, support academic achievement and create opportunities for their school communities.
First up:
• Kerianne Carter — Adelaide Elementary
• Natalie Williams — Centerville Elementary
• Katie Frederiksen — Centerville Junior High
Welcome to your first day, principals! We’re excited to see all that’s ahead.
The first day is here, Davis!
Across our district, classrooms are full, hallways are buzzing and students are ready to learn, grow and make this school year their own.
From kindergarteners taking their first steps into school to seniors beginning their final year, today marks a new chapter for every student.
We’re excited for a year of learning, connection and opportunity across Davis School District.
Welcome back, students. We’re so glad you’re here!
Across our district, classrooms are full, hallways are buzzing and students are ready to learn, grow and make this school year their own.
From kindergarteners taking their first steps into school to seniors beginning their final year, today marks a new chapter for every student.
We’re excited for a year of learning, connection and opportunity across Davis School District.
Welcome back, students. We’re so glad you’re here!
School is back tomorrow, which means more students will be walking and crossing near our schools.
Drivers, please slow down in school zones, stay alert and watch carefully for students in and around crosswalks. Always yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk, and never pass a vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian.
Students, use designated crosswalks, look both ways before crossing and make sure approaching vehicles have stopped before stepping into the street. Continue watching for traffic as you cross.
A few extra seconds of attention can help everyone get to school safely.
See the stripes. Slow down.
Drivers, please slow down in school zones, stay alert and watch carefully for students in and around crosswalks. Always yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk, and never pass a vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian.
Students, use designated crosswalks, look both ways before crossing and make sure approaching vehicles have stopped before stepping into the street. Continue watching for traffic as you cross.
A few extra seconds of attention can help everyone get to school safely.
See the stripes. Slow down.
You're invited!
Join us Wednesday as we celebrate the official opening of the new Bountiful High CTE Building, home of the Redhawks.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Wednesday, Aug. 19
11 a.m.
The new building will give Bountiful High students expanded opportunities to explore career pathways, gain hands-on experience and build skills for their futures.
Join us as we celebrate this new chapter for Bountiful High and the students who will make the most of these new spaces.
Join us Wednesday as we celebrate the official opening of the new Bountiful High CTE Building, home of the Redhawks.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Wednesday, Aug. 19
11 a.m.
The new building will give Bountiful High students expanded opportunities to explore career pathways, gain hands-on experience and build skills for their futures.
Join us as we celebrate this new chapter for Bountiful High and the students who will make the most of these new spaces.
Leadership starts with a willingness to make a difference.
Syracuse Junior High hosted its first-ever Student Leadership Conference recently, bringing together student leaders from Student Government, Cheer, LIA, MAC, Hope Squad and Yearbook for a day of learning, connection and collaboration.
Students explored four key aspects of leadership: inclusion, action building, growth mindset and empathy. Through activities and discussions, they learned how these qualities can shape their own leadership and help them better support others.
Students also spent time with their organizations and advisers, reflecting on what they learned and beginning to turn those lessons into plans for the school year ahead.
A special day for developing student leaders who are ready to ACT — Action Changes Things — and make a positive impact at Syracuse Junior High.
Syracuse Junior High hosted its first-ever Student Leadership Conference recently, bringing together student leaders from Student Government, Cheer, LIA, MAC, Hope Squad and Yearbook for a day of learning, connection and collaboration.
Students explored four key aspects of leadership: inclusion, action building, growth mindset and empathy. Through activities and discussions, they learned how these qualities can shape their own leadership and help them better support others.
Students also spent time with their organizations and advisers, reflecting on what they learned and beginning to turn those lessons into plans for the school year ahead.
A special day for developing student leaders who are ready to ACT — Action Changes Things — and make a positive impact at Syracuse Junior High.
Clinton Elementary students kicked off their day with a love of reading during the school’s Starry Night Read-A-Thon. With flashlights in hand, students checked in, grabbed a book and found a cozy spot to read under the stars.
The morning brought students and families together for a pancake breakfast while enjoying the adventure that comes with a good book. This special literacy event was made possible through funding from Utah Community Builders.
From the pages of a favorite story to new worlds waiting to be discovered, Clinton Elementary is helping students build a lifelong love of reading.
The morning brought students and families together for a pancake breakfast while enjoying the adventure that comes with a good book. This special literacy event was made possible through funding from Utah Community Builders.
From the pages of a favorite story to new worlds waiting to be discovered, Clinton Elementary is helping students build a lifelong love of reading.
A strong school year starts with a strong welcome.
This week, Davis School District welcomed approximately 140 new educators during New Educator Orientation at Farmington High School.
The two-day experience brought together new teachers, counselors and related service professionals for professional learning, connection and a closer look at the people and resources supporting educators across Davis.
From a welcome by students and the Viewmont High School Drumline to remarks from Superintendent Dr. Dan Linford and Board President Brigit Gerrard, new educators were reminded that they are joining a community committed to helping them succeed.
They also connected with veteran educators, participated in content and grade-level sessions, and explored Discover Davis, where 18 district departments shared resources and support available to educators and their students.
Operational Excellence means preparing our people to do their best work. We are proud to welcome our newest educators and help them start the school year connected, supported and ready to make a difference.
Welcome to Davis!
This week, Davis School District welcomed approximately 140 new educators during New Educator Orientation at Farmington High School.
The two-day experience brought together new teachers, counselors and related service professionals for professional learning, connection and a closer look at the people and resources supporting educators across Davis.
From a welcome by students and the Viewmont High School Drumline to remarks from Superintendent Dr. Dan Linford and Board President Brigit Gerrard, new educators were reminded that they are joining a community committed to helping them succeed.
They also connected with veteran educators, participated in content and grade-level sessions, and explored Discover Davis, where 18 district departments shared resources and support available to educators and their students.
Operational Excellence means preparing our people to do their best work. We are proud to welcome our newest educators and help them start the school year connected, supported and ready to make a difference.
Welcome to Davis!
You're invited!
Join us Thursday as we celebrate the official opening of the new Clearfield High CTE Building, home of the Falcons.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Thursday, Aug. 13
5 p.m.
The new building will give Clearfield High students expanded opportunities to explore career pathways, gain hands-on experience and build skills for their futures.
Come celebrate with us as we open the doors to new opportunities for Clearfield High students!
Join us Thursday as we celebrate the official opening of the new Clearfield High CTE Building, home of the Falcons.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Thursday, Aug. 13
5 p.m.
The new building will give Clearfield High students expanded opportunities to explore career pathways, gain hands-on experience and build skills for their futures.
Come celebrate with us as we open the doors to new opportunities for Clearfield High students!
Centennial Junior High student Isabelle is headed to the national stage.
Isabelle, who will be entering ninth grade this fall, has been named Utah's National Civics Bee state champion after advancing through regional and state competitions. Her essay was selected from nearly 300 submissions to qualify for the regional competition, and she was one of just 10 students to compete at the state finals.
After winning the regional competition at Weber State University and the state championship at Westminster University, Isabelle will represent Utah at the National Civics Bee Championship in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 13-14.
The National Civics Bee is an annual competition that encourages middle school students to explore civic engagement, strengthen their understanding of government and democracy, and develop ideas for making a positive impact in their communities. Students begin by submitting an essay identifying a community issue and proposing a solution before advancing through local, state and national competitions.
Congratulations, Isabelle! We wish you the very best as you represent Centennial Junior High, Davis School District and the state of Utah on the national stage.
Isabelle, who will be entering ninth grade this fall, has been named Utah's National Civics Bee state champion after advancing through regional and state competitions. Her essay was selected from nearly 300 submissions to qualify for the regional competition, and she was one of just 10 students to compete at the state finals.
After winning the regional competition at Weber State University and the state championship at Westminster University, Isabelle will represent Utah at the National Civics Bee Championship in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 13-14.
The National Civics Bee is an annual competition that encourages middle school students to explore civic engagement, strengthen their understanding of government and democracy, and develop ideas for making a positive impact in their communities. Students begin by submitting an essay identifying a community issue and proposing a solution before advancing through local, state and national competitions.
Congratulations, Isabelle! We wish you the very best as you represent Centennial Junior High, Davis School District and the state of Utah on the national stage.
Back-to-School Boot Camp: Mission #1 - Ready, Set, Roll!
School doesn't start until August 20, but our Transportation Team is already gearing up for a successful first day!
If you spot school buses around town over the next couple of weeks, don't worry, you haven't missed the first day of school. Our drivers are running practice routes, checking stops, timing, and safety details so everything is ready to go full throttle on Day One.
Think of it as boot camp for our buses.
School doesn't start until August 20, but our Transportation Team is already gearing up for a successful first day!
If you spot school buses around town over the next couple of weeks, don't worry, you haven't missed the first day of school. Our drivers are running practice routes, checking stops, timing, and safety details so everything is ready to go full throttle on Day One.
Think of it as boot camp for our buses.
Before returning to their own classrooms, students from across Davis School District spent part of their summer helping another student prepare for theirs.
Through the Davis Education Foundation's annual Child Spree, student volunteers joined community members, educators and district employees to shop for around 500 students across the district.
Each volunteer learned about a student’s favorite colors, interests and style before selecting new clothing and shoes just for them. What may look like a shopping trip is so much more—it is a reminder to students that their community sees them, supports them and believes in their success.
A special thank you to our sponsors—Marathon, America First Credit Union, Lifetime, Waste Management and Holy Cross Hospital Davis—and to every volunteer and donor who helped make this year's Child Spree possible.
Through the Davis Education Foundation's annual Child Spree, student volunteers joined community members, educators and district employees to shop for around 500 students across the district.
Each volunteer learned about a student’s favorite colors, interests and style before selecting new clothing and shoes just for them. What may look like a shopping trip is so much more—it is a reminder to students that their community sees them, supports them and believes in their success.
A special thank you to our sponsors—Marathon, America First Credit Union, Lifetime, Waste Management and Holy Cross Hospital Davis—and to every volunteer and donor who helped make this year's Child Spree possible.
