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Meet our next #SaturdaySidekick—Miss Quillamina Pricklepants, aka Mina! Mina is a nocturnal hedgehog who absolutely thrives under the moonlight, racing on her wheel and exploring parks with her human, School Psychologist Janie Maxfield. When she's not out and about at football, baseball or soccer games, Mina is indulging in her favorite treats—live mealworms, waxworms and crickets. Her top hobbies include cozying up in her cuddle sack and getting those cherished belly rubs. Occasionally, Mina makes a special appearance at school, delighting students who’ve earned a unique opportunity to meet her. We’re excited to celebrate Mina as our #SaturdaySidekick! Share your own special sidekicks with us by messaging, tagging or emailing.

Davis County contractors will be working on the Denver & Rio Grande Western Rail Trail (also known as the Rail Trail and DRG Trail) between the dates of Aug. 22 and Aug. 30. There will be temporary one-day closures that may affect students' routes to school. Signs and barricades will be installed to alert everyone when the trail is closed and then will be removed to notify everyone when the trail has reopened. The closed sections will reopen within 24 hours of completing work. It is important for the safety of students and for the integrity of the surface coating being applied that no one enters the trail during the closures. Heavy equipment will be in use and the materials being applied will ruin new shoes and clothes as well as bikes, scooters and strollers. The sealcoating process requires 24 hours to cure, and the sections of trail will be reopened the morning after the work is complete. For example, students at Farmington High and Canyon Creek Elementary experienced the closure on Thursday Aug. 22 until Friday morning Aug. 23. Weather permitting, the contractors will be following the schedule below for the trail closures: Day 1 – Thursday, August 22 – Centerville/Farmington • Farmington High • Canyon Creek Elementary Day 2 – Monday, August 26 - Farmington/Kaysville • Endeavour Elementary • Snow Horse Elementary • Centennial Junior High Day 3 – Wednesday, August 28 - Layton • Ellison Park Elementary Day 4 – Thursday, August 29 - Clearfield • Holt Elementary Day 5 – Friday, August 30 - Clearfield/Clinton • Clinton Elementary

A happy 8th birthday to Emerson, a second grader at West Bountiful Elementary. Emerson won a raffle to have lunch with a Davis Sheriff’s Office Deputy. Deputy Brittany Gurney was kind enough to bring him a cheeseburger, fries and a cookie to help celebrate.

Board of Education Meeting and Workshop tonight. Agenda and stream: https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/914

Communities That Care invites parents, teens, and community members to a free showing of “Screenagers: Under the Influence”— exploring vaping, drugs and alcohol in the digital age. Join us to learn and discuss these vital issues.

🌟 Introducing our first #SaturdaySidekick of the year—Winston! 🐾 Meet Winston, the Golden Doodle who’s been a loyal companion to Chris, one of our amazing Bountiful High School Registrars. Rescued two years ago, Winston has spent the summer bringing joy and warmth to Chris’s days. With his friendly and loving nature, he’s a true standout. As we kick off the new season with #SaturdaySidekick, we’d love to hear about the special sidekicks who’ve made your life memorable. Share your stories by messaging, tagging or emailing us. 📸 Let’s celebrate the pets and friends who have brightened our days.

The first day of school was full of excitement across the district. We're excited to kick off a new year full of learning, achievement and new adventures. Welcome back, students - let's make this year exceptional for Every1! #Every1DSD #BacktoSchool #TeachinDavis #WelcomeBack

The new school year is underway, and we’re delighted to announce more of our new principals to our district! 📚✨ These dynamic leaders are ready to embark on their journey with us and are eager to make a positive impact in their schools. We can’t wait to see the great things they will accomplish with our students and staff. Please join us in welcoming our new principals to their new roles. Pictured, in order: Kristy Carson, Odyssey Elementary Jenne Talbot, Snow Horse Elementary Michelle Yoho, Stewart Elementary Dennis Ray, West Point Junior High

As we begin this new academic year, we’re proud to introduce several more new principals to our district. Each of these dedicated leaders is excited to bring their experience and enthusiasm to their new roles and work with our amazing students and educators. Let’s give a warm welcome to our new principals and look forward to a fantastic year of growth and achievement! Pictured, in order: Shelly Truelson, Foxboro Elementary Mark Pendleton, Kaysville Junior High Mike Moss, Legacy Junior High James Hansen, Millcreek Junior High Dr. Nichole Higgins, Muir Elementary

We are thrilled to welcome our newest principals to their schools across the district. With a shared passion for education and a commitment to student success, each principal is eager to start this new chapter and work with their students and staff. Here's to an incredible year ahead with our new team of principals leading the way! Pictured, in order: Sarah Johnson, Boulton Elementary Dr. Hadyn Call, Bountiful Junior High Jennifer Malan, Burton Elementary Linda Horsley, Creekside Elementary Shara Ballstaedt, Davis Connect 7-12

Welcome back to school Davis School District!

🎩✨ The Great Zandini from Odyssey Elementary wowed our new special educators during their onboarding training held at Vista Education Campus. 🎩✨ We’re thrilled to kick off their journey with a touch of magic and inspiration.

🌞 Meet Megan Fairbourn and her non-traditional #SummerSidekicks from Tolman Elementary! 🌟 This summer, Principal Fairbourn teamed up with some unique helpers—her dedicated custodian Eddie, along with her daughters Grace and Chloe, son Walker and husband Bob. Together, they tackled weeding and planting flowers around the school grounds, proving that teamwork comes in many forms. As school is starting next week, we will be changing #SummerSidekick to #SaturdaySidekick. Share your own #SaturdaySidekick stories with us by messaging, tagging or emailing us. 📸 Let's continue to spread the joy and community spirit!

Our school board recently took an inspiring tour of the district, checking out the latest updates and renovations at key locations. From Island View Elementary to the Teen Living Center, they saw firsthand the exciting progress underway that will enhance our students' learning environments. We're thrilled about these advancements and can’t wait to share more as our schools continue to grow and improve!

Congratulations to our very own Davis Dart, Courtney Wayment, for being the fastest American in the 3000-meter steeplechase at the Olympics. Her talent and hard work have shown brightly on the world stage. We're incredibly proud of you, Courtney! #every1dsd #parisolympics

🌞 Say hello to Ollie, one of our adorable #SummerSidekicks shining bright at Davis School District. 🐾 Ashley Peterson, 5th Grade Teacher at Heritage Elementary, shares the unexpected joy of adding Ollie, an 11-week-old Cavapoo, to their family this summer. Despite initial reservations (her husband isn't a dog fan), Ollie has become the heart of their home. From playful antics to stealing hearts, Ollie is proving that love conquers all—even with skeptics. Share your own #SummerSidekick moments with us by messaging, tagging or emailing us.📸 Let's celebrate the special moments with our furry friends and spread the joy of summer at Davis School District. 🌞🐶❤️ #DavisSchoolDistrict #SummerFun

🌞 Meet Betty Tedford's incredible team of #SummerSidekicks! 🐾 Kobi Kai, Pickle Rick, and Tango the pony aren't just companions—they're co-facilitators in summer speech and language therapy sessions. Betty, from Clinton Elementary, harnesses their special talents to help kids explore and develop their communication skills through creative play. Whether it's Kobi Kai's encouraging woofs, Pickle Rick's cheerful chirps or Tango's gentle presence, these furry and feathered friends are making a huge difference in the lives of our students. Share your own #SummerSidekick moments with us by messaging, tagging or emailing us. 📸 Let's celebrate the unique bonds and uplifting stories from Davis School District this summer. 🌞🐾 #DavisSchoolDistrict #SummerFun

We are thrilled to announce that Christine Detweiler has been awarded one of three Theatre Teacher of the Year awards at the recent Utah Advisory Council of Theatre Teachers conference held in Cedar City. Congratulations, Christine, on this well-deserved achievement. Your impact extends far beyond the stage, and we look forward to your continued success in shaping the future of theater education in Davis School District.

🌞 Meet Chris Anderson's dynamic duo, stealing the show in our #SummerSidekick feature. Chris, one of our dedicated bus drivers of 11 years, has been soaking up summer with his two doodles. One of which is an adorable new puppy who's already smitten with him. From epic fetch sessions to splashing around in their very own pool, Chris has been the ultimate playtime partner for his furry pals. Share your own #SummerSidekick moments with us by messaging, tagging or emailing us! 📸 Capture the joy of summer with your beloved pets and join us in celebrating the bond between humans and their four-legged friends. 🐶💖

🎉💫 Teamwork makes the dream work 🎉💫 West Point Junior High School's Student Government kicked off their summer by attending a ropes course at the University of Utah—building trust and communication skills. They even got some expert tips on school spirit from Clearfield High Officers and learned awesome cheers with their talented cheerleaders. We can't wait to see what these amazing students bring to the upcoming school year. Get ready for a year filled with energy, leadership and tons of fun at West Point Junior High.