Michelle Colbert Wins OnPoint Prize Educator of the Year Award

Our very own, an inspiring Art and CTE teacher at Fir Ridge Campus, Michelle Colbert, has won the OnPoint Prize Educator of the Year Award for grades 9-12. Michelle uses art to empower youth, encouraging them to amplify their voices and express themselves in a supportive environment. After the pandemic, she invited…

District Seeks School Board Applicants

The David Douglas School Board seeks applicants to fill a pending vacancy on the Board.  Board member Donna Barber is resigning from Board Position 1, effective June 30, 2024. The School Board intends to select a replacement Board member during its July 11th Board meeting. One year remains in the current term…

2024–2025 Budget Approved

On May 6, the David Douglas School District Budget Committee approved the District’s proposed budget of $429 million for the 2024–2025 school year. The budget now moves to the District School Board, which will vote on the final adoption of the 2024–25 budget during its regular meeting on Thursday, June 13. The…

One Act Festival: May 8-11

ANNUAL STUDENT DIRECTED AND DESIGNED ONE ACT FESTIVAL Howard F. Horner Performing Arts Center: 1400 SE 130th (between Stark and Division)Curtain at 7:00 PM All Tickets General Admission – Purchase tickets at the door or online.Purchase tickets at door to avoid online ticketing fees. May 8th & 11th – A NIGHT _____________________________ Speed Date By…

Asian-American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month 2024

David Douglas takes pride in its diversity, a cornerstone of our identity and strength. We stand out as one of Oregon’s most culturally diverse districts. May is Asian-American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Did you know that our  AAPI students comprise 18% of our enrollment, totaling around 1,700 students? Let’s come together to…

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Staff of Color (SOC) Retention Efforts

At David Douglas, we actively support the growth and retention of our diverse staff. This year, our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Department has organized professional development and various affinity events for our Staff of Color to foster community and belonging. If you are a staff member of color and wish to explore how…

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2022 Bond Measure Update

In November 2022, our David Douglas School District voters approved a $140 million bond measure to improve schools across our District and build a new Career and Technical Education Center (CTE) at David Douglas High School. Your decision to approve the bond was not just a vote but a testament to your…

Budget Committee Meeting Notice

The David Douglas School District will hold a public meeting (to be available to watch live online here) to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 on the following dates: May 6, 2024 Budget Committee Meeting/Testimony received. The purpose of this meeting is to receive…

Native American Workshop Series

Our Native American students from grades Kindergarten to 12th grade were invited to participate in a three part series workshop during the school day. Students engaged in cultural enrichment activities to increase and celebrate cultural identity and awareness, including: A mural unveiling and celebration will be held on May 17th. More details coming soon!Our…

Native American Cultural Night

At David Douglas School District, we strongly believe that our community’s diversity strengthens us, and we are proud to celebrate it!  Our Native American Cultural Night was on November 17th. Our community celebrated and honored our Native American and Alaskan Native communities. In our school district, families report 20 unique tribal affiliations…