Get ready for December! Here is an overview of the important events and key information from the David Douglas School District.
Special Education Day – December 2
This important date commemorates the 1975 signing of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
The signing of IDEA was a historic commitment, ensuring that every student with special needs is guaranteed the right to a free, appropriate, and quality public education alongside their peers.
This day allows us to celebrate the tremendous progress we have made in fostering inclusive learning environments. We sincerely thank the dedicated educators, specialists, staff, and families in our district who work tirelessly every day to support students with disabilities.
Let us continue to champion equity and work together to make our David Douglas schools welcoming and supportive spaces for all students!
Human Rights Day – December 10
We join people around the globe in recognizing Human Rights Day.
This day marks the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), which was adopted by the United Nations in 1948. This important declaration reminds us that every person is born with the same basic rights and freedoms. These human rights belong to all people, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, language, political belief, national or social origin, property, birth, or any other status.
As a school district, our commitment to upholding these principles is central to what we do. We believe in nurturing learning environments where every student and staff member is treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.
Let us use this day to celebrate the values of equality and kindness. We encourage everyone to continue building a safe, inclusive, and supportive community where all voices are heard and valued.
Stay Informed: Winter Weather Procedures
As the weather changes, we must be prepared for the possibility of snow and ice creating hazards during the school commute. If winter weather causes dangerous road conditions, the David Douglas School District will follow one of three procedures:
- Two-Hour Delay: The start of school will be delayed by two hours.
- Early Release: Students will be dismissed earlier than the regular school day.
- School Closure: Schools will be closed for the entire day.
How to Receive Timely Notifications
Timely communication about hazardous road conditions, delays, or closures is critical. We utilize several official sources to ensure you receive important announcements.
- ParentSquare
- To ensure you receive urgent communication about weather and school status, please turn on your ParentSquare notifications.
- If you have not activated your ParentSquare account: Go to parentsquare.com/signin and follow the prompts to register. Be sure to use the phone number and email currently on file with the school.
- Need Support? If you need additional support, need to update your contact information, or your contact details aren’t recognized, please contact your individual school office.
- District Website
- The official district website will feature a prominently updated banner with information regarding any school delays or closures due to weather.
- Local News Stations
- Look for “David Douglas School District” on the list of school closures provided by local news stations and their websites.
Winter Break Information
All students will be on winter break from December 22, 2025, to January 2, 2026.
Monday, January 5 is a no school day for some schools. Please check your school’s schedule below.
No School for:
- Elementary Schools (Preschool – 5th grade)
- Middle Schools
- Community Transition Program
- DDOA Elementary School
School Day for:
- High School
- Fir Ridge
- DDOA Middle School
- DDOA High School
All school buildings are closed during winter break.
- District Office Hours: Open Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, except:
Closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025, and Thursday, January 1, 2026. - For assistance, visit the District Office or call the front desk at (503) 252-2900.
Family Resources in the Community:
- David Douglas High School Multnomah County Student Health Center:
- Closed during winter break.
- Parkrose Student Health Center (12003 NE Shaver St.):
- Open during winter break for all Multnomah County youth ages 5–18, with or without insurance.
- School Food Pantries:
- Closed during winter break.
- For additional food resources, visit our Food Resource webpage.
- Dial 2-1-1:
- Free, confidential hotline that connects you to food, employment, crisis support, health, and housing resources.
- Support is available in English and Spanish.