What’s Going On In November?

Native American Heritage Month November is Native American Heritage Month, and the David Douglas School District is honored to celebrate the rich cultural heritage, history, and contributions of our Native American students, staff, and community. This month-long celebration reflects our commitment to acknowledging and honoring the resilience, traditions, and stories of Native…

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DDHS Presents: Freaky Friday

See Disney’s Freaky Friday at DDHS! Dates: November 15th – 24thTickets: Available now at ddhs.ludus.com Get ready for an exciting and heartwarming performance of Disney’s Freaky Friday at DDHS! This delightful musical, based on the beloved novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films, brings a fresh, comedic twist to an…

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What’s going on in October?

National Principals Month Every October, we celebrate and recognize all of our wonderful principals at the David Douglas School District. We honor their hard work and dedication in serving the students and staff of our schools. This is a recognition of the visionary leadership provided to elementary and secondary schools across the…

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New School Board Member Sworn In

The David Douglas School Board has appointed a new member to complete the final year of former Board Chair Donna Barber’s term (Position 1). Barber relocated out of state and could not fulfill the remainder of her term. The Board has selected Althea Ender, a familiar figure in the David Douglas community.…

Attendance Awareness Month

Governor Tina Kotek signed a proclamation declaring September 2024 Attendance Awareness Month.  “I am mission-focused on finding ways to improve educational outcomes for Oregon students, which means finding the cracks in our system that students may fall through,” Governor Kotek said. “We can’t provide quality education unless we make sure we get…

What’s going on in September?

Welcome Back  We are thrilled to welcome our students, families, and staff to a new school year! Our teachers and staff are prepared to cultivate creativity through engaging experiences for all learners across the district. Families, your engagement is key to our success, and we look forward to your continued partnership. Here’s…

District Seeks School Board Applicants

During our regular June David Douglas School District Board Meeting on Thursday, June 13th, Board member Donna Barber announced her resignation from Board Position 1, effective June 23rd, 2024. “I have truly felt privileged and honored to serve the district,” said Board member Donna Barber.  The Board also announced a delay in…

Juneteenth 2024

At the David Douglas School District, we recognize Juneteenth on June 19th as a pivotal moment in American history, marking the end of slavery. This day commemorates the abolition of slavery, which took place more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln declared all enslaved persons free. Juneteenth, also known as “Freedom…

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Summer Break 2024

Our David Douglas Summer Break starts on June 15th.  If you have any questions, our David Douglas School District Office is open throughout the summer:  Location: 11300 NE Halsey Street, Portland, Oregon 97220 Phone Number: (503) 252-2900 Below is a list of events, resources or services that are available in our community…

Pride Month 2024

June marks a time of celebration, reflection, and solidarity with our LGBTQ+ students, families, and staff. As we revel in the joyous festivities of Pride Month, it is essential to acknowledge the struggles and injustices faced by the LGBTQ+ community and the ongoing journey towards equality and acceptance for all.  David Douglas…