Welcome Back!
We hope your winter break was relaxing and refreshing! As we begin 2026 together, this summary is filled with helpful information designed to ensure a smooth transition and keep our community connected and informed.
Stay Connected
Here are the ways to stay connected with the David Douglas School District:
ParentSquare
- The district uses ParentSquare for communication at the District and school levels. This platform offers a secure way for principals, teachers, staff, and parents/guardians to share information via email, text, and phone.
- Visit our ParentSquare information page for details.
Community Square
If you know a member of the David Douglas community, a former student, or a parent, please invite them to sign up to Community Square. Through Community Square, the community can receive email notifications on district events, success stories, and more, helping them stay engaged and connected.
The Happenings
Stay in the loop with the latest news from the District and community! Visit The Happenings webpage for the monthly updates.
Calendar Information
Need to check the bell schedule or key dates for the rest of the school year? Find everything you need on your school year calendar.
Family Resource Page
Looking for support? Explore our Family Resource Page, where you’ll find resources organized by your needs to support your family.
We Are Here For You Family Flowchart
Not sure who to reach out to? Our Family Flowchart can guide you to the right person. Start by contacting your student’s teacher or school office if you need help figuring out where to begin.
Do you know what the flow chart looks like?
View Flowchart (PDF)
Each school website has its own family flowchart linked to its homepage.
School Board Appreciation Month
January is School Board Appreciation Month, recognizing the critical role our School Board members play in the David Douglas community.
Our board members spend significant time analyzing complex issues and making far-reaching policy decisions. They support programs that directly help students explore their interests and plan for their futures. Their vital leadership provides the foundation for our students to Learn, Grow, and Thrive. We thank them for their unwavering commitment to our schools and public education.
To meet our board members, visit our School Board page.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day – January 19
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed this month, honoring a leader who championed justice and access to education for all. Dr. King’s advocacy was instrumental in securing key milestones, such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which outlawed discrimination in public schools and public places.
While we celebrate the progress made, we recognize that the vital work of achieving a more just world continues. David Douglas School District is committed to advancing Dr. King’s dream through our Equity Plan. This plan is our mechanism to ensure equitable outcomes for students of color, to guarantee that every student feels safe and valued, and to provide transparency in our progress toward equity.
For details on our mission to ensure outcomes are not predictable by race, please visit the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Department webpage.
Dr. Charlene Williams, Director of the Oregon Department of Education, recently shared a reminder that resonates deeply with our mission:
“2025 was rife with moments of stress, worry, uncertainty, and, for many, exhaustion and despair. Unfortunately, for countless people in our communities, 2026 has begun with a similar mix of heavy emotions. However, I would urge you to continue to believe in humanity’s ability to overcome injustice and to heed Dr. King’s call to action, not only in our communities, but in ourselves. I believe that in this moment, he would want to remind us that while disappointment is finite, we must ‘never lose infinite hope.’”