Happy February! With winter break behind us and the first month of the year complete, our school communities are officially back in action and full of energy. To help you stay on top of everything happening across the district, we have gathered upcoming events for the month ahead. Black History Month David…
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…
Our district is currently raising funds for all 11 Career & Technical Education (CTE) pathways at David Douglas High School. Every contribution helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world career readiness. Our CTE Program provides students with hands-on learning experiences and valuable skills that prepare them for future careers and…
We are thrilled to share that Valoree Hill, Assistant Principal at David Douglas High School (DDHS) and proud DDHS graduate, has been selected as a 2025 Women of Vision honoree by the Daily Journal of Commerce. This prestigious recognition celebrates the women who are shaping the built environment with their technical skill,…
SNAP Benefits Update (Nov. 7, 2025): Following a court order, the state of Oregon has issued full November SNAP benefits to all recipients. This means all Oregonians receiving SNAP will have their full monthly benefit available now, regardless of their usual payment schedule. Please view the press release from the Governor’s Office…
Congratulations to David Douglas High School alumnus, Samruddha Preuitt, on being named a U.S. Presidential Scholar—one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students. Preuitt was selected from among 6,400 candidates nationwide, recognizing his outstanding academic achievement and leadership. A member of the Class of 2025, Samruddha is now pursuing studies…
The past summer was a thrilling time for our David Douglas District as we have embarked on a series of improvement projects made possible by the incredible support of our community through the Bond Measure approved in 2022! We cannot thank you enough for believing in these initiatives that not only enhance…
The Grow Your Own (GYO) program empowers district staff to become future educators, building a stronger, more representative teaching workforce from within our own community. Being a part of the Grow Your Own program is no small feat. Participants have to juggle working in our district with college coursework and the complexities…
DON’T MISS OUR ANNUAL STUDENT-DIRECTED & DESIGNED ONE ACT FESTIVAL: May 7th – 10th All Tickets Are General AdmissionPurchase tickets at the door to save online ticketing fees. BUY TICKETS AT THE DOORorPurchase Tickets Online Featuring: A NIGHT—May 7 & 9 A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Fifth PeriodBy Jason…
The David Douglas High School Theater group just returned from the Oregon State Thespian Competition and Festival this past weekend with some exciting news to share. Michael Givler—our DDHS Theater teacher, was recognized as the Oregon Theater Teacher of the Year, a well-deserved honor that highlights his outstanding leadership and impact on…