December 2 is Special Education Day! On this day, we commemorate the 1975 signing of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a landmark moment that guaranteed free and quality education for individuals with special needs. We also take this opportunity to celebrate our incredible special education staff. Their dedication to fostering…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
As temperatures are expected to soar with an excessive heat warning in effect for tomorrow, Thursday, September 5th, and Friday, September 6th, our district is proactively implementing safety measures to protect both staff and students throughout the week. Our staff will take precautions against heat illness and do their best to keep…
The first week of school begins September 3, 2023. But the first day will vary for students, due to a gradual entry schedule. To view the full 2024-25 school year calendars by grade level, visit the calendars webpage. Tuesday, September 3 David Douglas High School Freshman only (Orientation) Fir Ridge Campus New…
Welcome to the 2024-25 School Year! As the new academic year approaches, our staff is eagerly preparing to welcome students back to school. To help your family transition smoothly, we’ve gathered some essential information below. Please continue to visit this page as we continue to update and add information. First Week Schedule…
We’re thrilled to kick off another school year with you. Be sure to mark your calendars for your school’s Open House! Wednesday, August 28: Thursday, August 29: Tuesday, September 3: Thursday, September 12: Friday, September 13: Thursday, September 19: Tuesday, September 24: Thursday, September 26: