Key Highlights: May Happenings

• Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Important Dates
• May Celebrations
• Important Information

Key Highlights: April Happenings

• National Assistant Principals Week
• Important Dates:
• DDSD Trivia
• April Celebrations

Key Highlights: March Happenings

• Women’s History Month
• David Douglas High School Updates
• Important Dates:
• DDSD Trivia
• Spring Conferences
• March Celebrations

Key Highlights: February Happenings

• February is Black History Month!
• David Douglas High School Highlights
• DDSD Trivia
• Important Dates  

Key Highlights: January Happenings

• School Board Appreciation Month
• David Douglas High School Highlights
• Important Dates
• Lunar New Year

December Key Highlights

• Winter Break: Last day of school is Dec. 20; classes resume Jan. 6.
• Weather Preparedness: Turn on ParentSquare notifications for updates on delays or closures.
• District Office: Open Mon–Fri, 7:30 am–4 pm; closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.

November Key Highlights

• YouthTruth Survey: Your feedback will help us make informed decisions to enhance the learning experience for all students. 
• Weather Procedures: With winter weather approaching, please be prepared for possible snow and ice hazards. If road conditions become unsafe, the school may open with a two-hour delay or close for the day.
• Celebrations: Native American Heritage Month & Native American Celebration Night on November 22 (5:30-7:30 pm) at DDHS South Cafeteria.

October Key Highlights

• World Mental Health & Inclusion Day (October 10)
• National Bullying Prevention Month
• High School Conferences
• El Carnaval del Barrio
• Family University

September Key Highlights

• Attendance
• Tech Devices Fee Schedule to repair or replace any devices. 
• Celebrations

Key Highlights:

• Back to school info
• Bond updates

Key Highlights:

• Summer reading challenge
• Summer activities

Key Highlights:

• DDHS & Fir Ridge Graduations 
• Juneteenth
• Pride Month

Key Highlights:

• Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Teacher Appreciation Week

Key Highlights:

• Connect to Kindergarten
• School Library Month
• Autism Awareness Month
• Arab American Heritage Month

Key Highlights:

• Music Appreciation Month
• Women’s History Month
• Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

Key Highlights:

• Black History Month
• Gilbert Park Elementary Spotlight
• Our Schools Uniting Neighborhoods (SUN)Program
• Our partnership with The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)

Key Highlight:

Interview with our District Math Specialist 

Youth Truth and Winter Weather Procedures

This month, we discuss the annual YouthTruth survey and how to prepare for colder weather.

Native American Heritage Month, English Language Arts Curriculum Update & Elementary / Fir Ridge Campus Conferences

This month, the Happenings showcases students sharing stories about principals that have positively impacted their lives and much more. 

Welcome Back & Hispanic Heritage Month! 

This month’s video showcases students sharing what they are looking forward to this new school year, and some of our David Douglas Staff members shared how they celebrate and honor Hispanic Heritage Month. 

This month’s issue provides information on how to get involved at your local food bank, your children’s school, and the community.

Additional Links

• DDSD Volunteer Procedures
• Multnomah County Library Volunteer Information 
• Schoolhouse Supplies Volunteer Information