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.
Reading is always an adventure at Oak Hills Elementary.
This summer, Oak Hills Elementary turned reading into a community celebration with its "Camp Reads A Lot" Read-a-Thon, made possible through a grant from Utah Community Builders.
Students arrived in pajamas with their favorite books, blankets and stuffed animals, creating the perfect setting to spend two hours building strong reading habits.
Throughout the event, students enjoyed camp-themed snacks, tracked their progress every 30 minutes and earned raffle tickets for every 10 pages they read. By the end of the read-a-thon, they had read an incredible 2,341 pages, surpassing their goal of 2,000 pages.
Events like this help foster a love of reading while bringing families and the community together to support literacy.
This summer, Oak Hills Elementary turned reading into a community celebration with its "Camp Reads A Lot" Read-a-Thon, made possible through a grant from Utah Community Builders.
Students arrived in pajamas with their favorite books, blankets and stuffed animals, creating the perfect setting to spend two hours building strong reading habits.
Throughout the event, students enjoyed camp-themed snacks, tracked their progress every 30 minutes and earned raffle tickets for every 10 pages they read. By the end of the read-a-thon, they had read an incredible 2,341 pages, surpassing their goal of 2,000 pages.
Events like this help foster a love of reading while bringing families and the community together to support literacy.
Our Schools, Our Communities.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Cook Elementary.
The Cougar Rock has become a symbol of pride and belonging at Cook Elementary. Each year, former students return as graduating seniors to gather around the rock, reconnect with teachers and celebrate how far they've come. It's a tradition that reflects the lasting relationships built within the Cook community.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Cook Elementary.
The Cougar Rock has become a symbol of pride and belonging at Cook Elementary. Each year, former students return as graduating seniors to gather around the rock, reconnect with teachers and celebrate how far they've come. It's a tradition that reflects the lasting relationships built within the Cook community.
Our Schools, Our Communities.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Creekside Elementary.
Belonging is at the heart of Creekside Elementary's Peer Mentor Program. This year, student mentors completed thousands of visits supporting their peers, helping build friendships, improve attendance and create a welcoming school community where every student feels connected and included.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Creekside Elementary.
Belonging is at the heart of Creekside Elementary's Peer Mentor Program. This year, student mentors completed thousands of visits supporting their peers, helping build friendships, improve attendance and create a welcoming school community where every student feels connected and included.
Our Schools, Our Communities.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Snow Horse Elementary.
Through Market Day, Snow Horse Elementary students gain hands-on experience with real-world economic concepts. Using their classroom economy, fifth graders learn about supply and demand, market trends and financial decision-making while building valuable life skills.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Snow Horse Elementary.
Through Market Day, Snow Horse Elementary students gain hands-on experience with real-world economic concepts. Using their classroom economy, fifth graders learn about supply and demand, market trends and financial decision-making while building valuable life skills.
Back in 2016, you may have been too busy playing Pokémon Go to look up from your phone and see the opening of Kay’s Creek Elementary. Somehow, it's already been 10 years. Time flies.
To celebrate the milestone, 700 students gathered to form the number 10 for a commemorative photo. The image reflects this year's theme, "10 Years. One Team. Infinite Impact!"
A huge shoutout goes to Principal Janice Bukey, who spent countless hours planning every student's placement before expertly organizing the entire photo on the big day.
Bukey says the absolute best part of the school community is the powerful partnership between dedicated educators, engaged families and ambitious students. Together, they have created a school community where every child is encouraged to grow and succeed.
As Kay’s Creek celebrates its first decade, the school is looking ahead to the next 10 years with a continued commitment to strong community connections, student success, innovation and kindness.
To celebrate the milestone, 700 students gathered to form the number 10 for a commemorative photo. The image reflects this year's theme, "10 Years. One Team. Infinite Impact!"
A huge shoutout goes to Principal Janice Bukey, who spent countless hours planning every student's placement before expertly organizing the entire photo on the big day.
Bukey says the absolute best part of the school community is the powerful partnership between dedicated educators, engaged families and ambitious students. Together, they have created a school community where every child is encouraged to grow and succeed.
As Kay’s Creek celebrates its first decade, the school is looking ahead to the next 10 years with a continued commitment to strong community connections, student success, innovation and kindness.
Our Schools, Our Communities.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring West Point Elementary.
West Point Elementary students are "wild" about reading. From breakfast events with literary characters to book battles and engaging classroom experiences, Wildcats are surrounded by opportunities to build a lifelong love of reading.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring West Point Elementary.
West Point Elementary students are "wild" about reading. From breakfast events with literary characters to book battles and engaging classroom experiences, Wildcats are surrounded by opportunities to build a lifelong love of reading.
Congratulations to Davis Connect's first international graduate!
When Amalie Vachtova came to Davis School District as a foreign exchange student from the Czech Republic during her junior year at Davis High School, she was just a few classes away from earning her high school diploma.
Amalie enrolled at Davis Connect to complete her graduation requirements. Despite the challenges of learning new technology and navigating a language barrier, she remained determined and successfully earned her diploma.
This past May, Amalie celebrated this milestone with her family at the Davis Connect graduation ceremony, becoming the school's first international student to graduate.
Congratulations, Amalie! Your perseverance and dedication are an inspiration. We wish you all the best in the future.
When Amalie Vachtova came to Davis School District as a foreign exchange student from the Czech Republic during her junior year at Davis High School, she was just a few classes away from earning her high school diploma.
Amalie enrolled at Davis Connect to complete her graduation requirements. Despite the challenges of learning new technology and navigating a language barrier, she remained determined and successfully earned her diploma.
This past May, Amalie celebrated this milestone with her family at the Davis Connect graduation ceremony, becoming the school's first international student to graduate.
Congratulations, Amalie! Your perseverance and dedication are an inspiration. We wish you all the best in the future.
Our Schools, Our Communities.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring King Elementary.
The adventures continue long after the school year ends at King Elementary. Last summer, staff members take their classroom "gators" along on their travels, sharing where they go and bringing a little King Elementary spirit wherever their adventures take them.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring King Elementary.
The adventures continue long after the school year ends at King Elementary. Last summer, staff members take their classroom "gators" along on their travels, sharing where they go and bringing a little King Elementary spirit wherever their adventures take them.
Our Schools, Our Communities.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Windridge Elementary.
Traditions run deep at Windridge Elementary. This year, not only did current sixth graders enjoy the school's annual medieval feast, but graduating seniors who missed the tradition during COVID-19 were invited back to celebrate with former teachers and classmates. It's a reminder that once you're a Windridge Wolf, you're always a Windridge Wolf.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Windridge Elementary.
Traditions run deep at Windridge Elementary. This year, not only did current sixth graders enjoy the school's annual medieval feast, but graduating seniors who missed the tradition during COVID-19 were invited back to celebrate with former teachers and classmates. It's a reminder that once you're a Windridge Wolf, you're always a Windridge Wolf.
The Davis School District Board of Education recently traveled throughout the district to visit several Career and Technical Education construction projects, including the new CTE buildings at Clearfield High School and Bountiful High School as well as the Catalyst Center Phase 2 expansion.
The tour focused on how CTE programs are growing to meet industry demand and how these new learning spaces will provide students with relevant, hands-on opportunities that reflect the needs of their communities. Each facility is being designed with programs that align with high-demand career pathways and workforce needs.
Board members toured classrooms and lab spaces, asked questions and discussed the progress of each project with district Facilities and Career and Technical Education leaders. Members of the Superintendency also joined the tour.
We’re excited to see these innovative spaces taking shape and the opportunities they will create for students across Davis School District.
The tour focused on how CTE programs are growing to meet industry demand and how these new learning spaces will provide students with relevant, hands-on opportunities that reflect the needs of their communities. Each facility is being designed with programs that align with high-demand career pathways and workforce needs.
Board members toured classrooms and lab spaces, asked questions and discussed the progress of each project with district Facilities and Career and Technical Education leaders. Members of the Superintendency also joined the tour.
We’re excited to see these innovative spaces taking shape and the opportunities they will create for students across Davis School District.
Our Schools, Our Communities.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Farmington Junior High.
Students at Farmington Junior High have opportunities to explore their interests in many ways. Whether participating in Unified Sports, career exploration, the arts, world languages, science or award-winning music programs, students are encouraged to learn, connect and grow.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Farmington Junior High.
Students at Farmington Junior High have opportunities to explore their interests in many ways. Whether participating in Unified Sports, career exploration, the arts, world languages, science or award-winning music programs, students are encouraged to learn, connect and grow.
Our Schools, Our Communities.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Crestview Elementary.
From choir performances and field trips to D.A.R.E. graduation and schoolwide reading challenges, Crestview Elementary creates opportunities for students to learn, grow and make lasting memories together.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Crestview Elementary.
From choir performances and field trips to D.A.R.E. graduation and schoolwide reading challenges, Crestview Elementary creates opportunities for students to learn, grow and make lasting memories together.
Summer reading is in full swing at Creekside Elementary, where nearly 50 people, including students, siblings and parents, visit the library each week to check out books and enjoy a hands-on craft or activity.
The program supports the Davis Reads 45 Days of Summer challenge, encouraging students to read at least 45 days during the break. For every five days of reading, students earn a 3D-printed book charm. Those who collect all nine charms will be invited to a special activity after school begins.
"I love exploring different perspectives and adventures through a good book," librarian Cindy Twede said.
Creekside Elementary encourages people everywhere to read during the summer. The act of reading helps keep students' minds active, reduces the "summer slide" and builds lifelong habits of learning, It is also a chance for students to choose books they enjoy and discover that reading can be fun.
The summer reading program will wrap up with a Read-a-thon Luau on Aug. 6. Families are invited to celebrate a summer filled with books, reading and learning.
The program supports the Davis Reads 45 Days of Summer challenge, encouraging students to read at least 45 days during the break. For every five days of reading, students earn a 3D-printed book charm. Those who collect all nine charms will be invited to a special activity after school begins.
"I love exploring different perspectives and adventures through a good book," librarian Cindy Twede said.
Creekside Elementary encourages people everywhere to read during the summer. The act of reading helps keep students' minds active, reduces the "summer slide" and builds lifelong habits of learning, It is also a chance for students to choose books they enjoy and discover that reading can be fun.
The summer reading program will wrap up with a Read-a-thon Luau on Aug. 6. Families are invited to celebrate a summer filled with books, reading and learning.
Our Schools, Our Communities.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Knowlton Elementary.
At Knowlton Elementary, students experience learning through their BTS Arts program that focuses on music, movement and creativity. From African drumming and musical composition to connecting ancient civilizations with hands-on music experiences, students are encouraged to explore, create and make meaningful connections across subjects.
This summer, we're sharing some of the programs, traditions and experiences that help make Davis School District schools unique.
Today we're featuring Knowlton Elementary.
At Knowlton Elementary, students experience learning through their BTS Arts program that focuses on music, movement and creativity. From African drumming and musical composition to connecting ancient civilizations with hands-on music experiences, students are encouraged to explore, create and make meaningful connections across subjects.
Congratulations to our 2026 Best of State award winners! We are proud to recognize the outstanding individuals, teams and programs whose work was honored this year.
• Youth Dance Group: Davis High School Dance Company
• Theater Group/Director: Michael Wright, Davis High Theatre
• Public/Private Partnership: Davis Education Foundation
• Community Communications: Davis School District Office of Communication
• Performance/Concert Dance Instruction: Davis High School Dance Company
• Support Personnel: DSD Military Support Team
• Teacher – Elementary School: Hollie Fisher, Lakeside Elementary School
• Web Development: Davis School District
• Player Development: Healthy Lifestyles – Davis School District
• Internship Program: DSD Teacher Academy School
Congratulations to everyone who received this recognition. Thank you for the difference you make for students, schools and our community every day.
• Youth Dance Group: Davis High School Dance Company
• Theater Group/Director: Michael Wright, Davis High Theatre
• Public/Private Partnership: Davis Education Foundation
• Community Communications: Davis School District Office of Communication
• Performance/Concert Dance Instruction: Davis High School Dance Company
• Support Personnel: DSD Military Support Team
• Teacher – Elementary School: Hollie Fisher, Lakeside Elementary School
• Web Development: Davis School District
• Player Development: Healthy Lifestyles – Davis School District
• Internship Program: DSD Teacher Academy School
Congratulations to everyone who received this recognition. Thank you for the difference you make for students, schools and our community every day.
