Round three of The Amazing Shake was a huge success at Lakeside Elementary! The excitement kicked up a notch when First Lady Abby Cox arrived! The school council and top 20 finalists greeted her. The students were on fire, showing off their professionalism with their handshakes, eye contact and problem-solving skills. They were able to chat with Abby Cox about education and leadership. After a series of questions, they impressed the judges with their poise and communication. A big thanks to First Lady Abby Cox, Mayor Brian Vincent and School Board Vice President Emily Price for making round three extra special. What’s next? Round 4 is a service project at a local retirement center, and on January 30, the top three students will give a talk to the school as they crown the winner! #AmazingShake #FutureLeaders #DavisSchoolDistrict #FirstLadyAbbyCox #CommunityImpact
3 months ago, Davis School District
First Lady Abby Cox waving at Lakeside Elementary students as they greet her.
Two photos of students smiling in a board room and talking to Abby Cox during the top 20 of The Amazing Shake competition.
A male student smiling and listening intently as he sits in a chair.
A collage of two photos. The top photo is of students sitting and intently listening in a board room. The second photo is of a red headed female student listening intently to First Lady Abby Cox as she talks to a small group of students.
A female student with her mouth open making a comment in a board room setting.
A photo collage of two photos. The top is of a row of students in the top 20 of The Amazing Shake at Lakeside Elementary listening intently to other students across the table. The bottom photo is of students around the board room listening intently to First Lady Abby Cox. She is talking with her hands and looking at the students.
A photo of First Lady Abby Cox intently listening to a student across the room. This photo is of a close up of her with her hand resting on her chin.
A photo collage of two photos. Both photos are of students from Lakeside Elementary patiently waiting outside to greet First Lady Abby Cox. They are holding up their posters that they made. The posters say:"Welcome First Lady Cox, Welcome to Lakeside, and Thanks for showing up!"
A photo collage of two photos. The top photo is a group photo of the top 20 winners of the Amazing Shake competition at Lakeside Elementary. The First Lady Abby Cox, West Point City Mayor Brian Vincent and Davis School District School Board Vice President Emily Price are posing with them. The second photo is of Lakeside Principal Hillary Lowry, Two supervisors of the Amazing Shake and First Lady Abby Cox.
There’s less than a week left to nominate your favorite educator or support staff member for the Best of Davis Awards! The Best of Davis Award is the highest level of recognition given to outstanding employees in the Davis School District. Each year, over 40 individuals—teachers, support staff and instructional support—are honored for their excellence, dedication and impact on our community. Remember that any staff member with a set schedule is eligible. If there’s someone you think deserves this recognition, now’s the time to show them how much you appreciate their hard work at https://www.davis.k12.ut.us/page/best-of-davis Nominations are open until January 26 at midnight. The process is quick and easy—just click the link below to submit your nomination: The Best of Davis Awards are generously supported by Hogan & Associates Construction and Marathon Petroleum. Thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible people who make Davis School District a great place to learn, work and grow!
3 months ago, Davis School District
✨ A Morning of Magic at the Catalyst Center! ✨ Multiple programs at the Davis Catalyst Center came together for a truly unforgettable experience. Students in the Construction Management program worked hard to move tiny homes onto trailers, helping make a difference in the lives of the homeless in Salt Lake City. “Construction is a really good way to help people. You get to help yourself, you get to help other people, you get to make really cool stuff and do valuable things with your time,” said Emma, a 12th grader in the Construction Management program. “It’s a really valuable pursuit, I think.” Behind the scenes, our Video Production students teamed up with the District Office of Communication to capture this incredible moment on film, documenting the event for the community to see. The collaboration was seamless, and the footage? Simply magical. 🎥 It’s not every day you get to witness teamwork like this—different programs, different skills all united for a common cause. Great job to all involved! #CatalystCenterCollaboration #MakingADifference #TeamworkInAction #Every1DSD #FutureBuilders
3 months ago, Davis School District
A group photo of Construction Management students at the Davis Catalyst Center. All of them are wearing yellow vests and white hard hats.
A photo collage with two photos. The top photo is of the Video Productions team at the Catalyst Center white balancing a camera. The bottom photo is a picture of three Construction Management students looking at the job site.
A photo collage of three photos. The top left is of a Construction Management student in their yellow vest and hard hat looking to the side.. It was cold outside and you can see his breath. The top right photo is of a Video Production student sitting behind a camera on a tripod in some sagebrush. The bottom photo is of Construction Management students looking up to the sky.
A photo collage of two photos. The left photo is of a Video Production student holding a camera and looking off into the distance. The right photo is of a crane lifting up hoists for the tiny houses.
A photo collage of three photos. The top left photo is of a Construction Management student walking towards us. He is wearing his vest and hard hat. The bottom left photo is of a Construction Management student in their gear getting ready to be interviewed. They are holding a microphone. The right photo is of a Video Production student leaning down getting a shot with a camera. They are wearing headphones to listen to the audio.
A photo collage of two photos. The left photo is of the interior kitchen area of one of the tiny homes. The right photo is of a Construction Management student putting nails in the wall of a tiny home. They are wearing a neon vest and a white hard hat.
A photo of a Video Production student filming almost directly at us, but just to the left. The student is in a Raiders hat and jacket.
A photo collage of three photos. The top photo is of a group of Construction Management students smiling and laughing looking to the left of the frame. The bottom left photo is of the Construction Management class holding a brace of the tiny home as it is being lowered. The bottom right photo is of Video Production students standing behind their cameras in the cold as they are filming.
A photo collage of two photos. The top photo is of two Construction Management students holding a hoist to attach to one of the tiny homes. The bottom photo is of Video Production students talking to a construction manager as they stand on the crane.
A photo of a Construction Management student putting in a 2x4 underneath a tiny home. They are in their yellow vest and white hard hat.
Each month, a select group of students are invited to share Soup with the Supe. These students, nominated by their principals, are recognized for their outstanding contributions and positive impact on the respective schools. Congratulations to January's honorees! Your dedication and commitment to excellence make you true representatives of our district. We are incredibly proud of your accomplishments.
3 months ago, Davis School District
A photo of Superintendent Linford, Oak Hills Principal, Cynthia Palmer, and a student. The bottom of the graphic says: "Soup with the Supe."
A photo of Superintendent Linford, Foxboro Elementary Principal, Shelly Truelson, and a student. The bottom of the graphic says: "Soup with the Supe."
A photo of Superintendent Linford, Holbrook Elementary Principal, Tara Best, and a student. The bottom of the graphic says: "Soup with the Supe."
A photo of Superintendent Linford, Odyssey Elementary Principal, and a student. The bottom of the graphic says: "Soup with the Supe."
A photo of Superintendent Linford, Valley View Elementary Principal, and a student. The bottom of the graphic says: "Soup with the Supe."
A photo of Superintendent Linford, Millcreek Junior High Principal, James Hansen, and a student. The bottom of the graphic says: "Soup with the Supe."
A photo of Superintendent Linford, Mueller Park Junior High Principal, Joanna Richins, and a student. The bottom of the graphic says: "Soup with the Supe."
A photo of Superintendent Linford, Bountiful High Principal, Travis Warnick, and a student. The bottom of the graphic says: "Soup with the Supe."
🌟 Celebrating Our Amazing Office Managers 🌟 Each year, we honor the incredible School Office Managers who are the heart of our schools. This year’s theme, "One Light," perfectly captures how they brighten our schools with their dedication and care for students, families and staff. At the celebration, Office Managers were treated to inspiring words from Board Members and Superintendent Dan Linford, along with performances by Bountiful High’s Mamma Mia cast, Legacy Junior High’s drumline and jazz band and speeches from Martin Luther King Jr. Speech Contest winners. Thank you to all of our Office Managers for your commitment to making our schools stronger and brighter every day. #Every1DSD #OneLight #OfficeManagers
3 months ago, Davis School District
Two people smiling at eachother.
Superintendent Linford speaking with a microphone to a group of office managers.
A person listening to a speaker through a crowd of people.
A group of office managers in line for a catered lunch.
A band teacher conducting their band.
People listening intently to a speaker not in frame.
Students dancing for a perrformance.
A DSD office manager clapping at a luncheon.
People laughing and listening intently to a speaker not in frame.
Lakeside Elementary’s production of "Newsies Jr." is a must-see. The show tells the inspiring story of the 1899 newsboys’ strike, a true David and Goliath tale. The young cast brings to life the ragtag group of street kids who stood up to media giants Pulitzer and Hearst, proving that when voices unite, they are unstoppable. There are several performances left: Jan. 16-17 at 6 p.m. and the closing night on Jan. 18 at 4 p.m. A big congratulations to the students, teachers and volunteers who made this production possible. #LakesideElementary #NewsiesJr #YouthEmpowerment #CommunityStrength #TheatreMagic
3 months ago, Davis School District
A photo of a student jumping in the air like in the play Newsies.
A collage of three photos. the top left photo is of a student performer in an elegant dress posing. The bottom left photo is of two student performers; one is holding up a newspaper. The right photo is of a student performer singing and looking up while pointing their right hand up to the sky.
A collage of three photos. The top photo is of the full cast of Newsies Jr at Lakeside Elementary holding up their fists posing after a music number. The bottom left photo is of two student performers looking sad and down. The bottom right photo is of a student performer standing on a chair while holding their hands up.
A photo collage of three photos. The top left photo is of two student performers singing. The top right photo is of student performers sitting on a crate. The bottom photo is of student performers holding up their hands at the end of a music number.
A photo collage of four photos. The top left photo is of two student performers looking at each other. The top right photo is of student performers sitting around a desk. The bottom left photo is of a group of student performers lifting up their arms. The bottom right photo is of a bunch of student performers with their arms around each other.
A photo collage of three photos. The top photo is of the main characters of Newsies Jr. with their arms around each other. The bottom left photo is of a bunch of student performers with mid lighting. They are looking to the right. The bottom right photo is of a newspaper actor holding a sign that says: "New Newsie Price: 60 cents Per Hundred."
A photo collage of three photos. The top left photo is of Jack and Crutchy singing. The top right photo is of a student performer spinning. The bottom photo is of student performers sitting on boxes in mid-light.
A photo collage of three photos. The top left photo is of three Newsies looking and talking to the crowd. The top right photo is of a Newsie speaking into the microphone. The bottom photo is of a bunch of Newsies dancing.
A photo collage of three photos. The top photo is of all of the Newsies cast from Lakeside Elementary after a major musical number. They are lifting up newspapers. The bottom left photo is of Jack Kelly looking down at a girls face. The bottom right photo is of a dancer holding white fluffy fans in her hands.
A photo collage of two photos. The top photo is of two student actors about to hold hands while they are talking. The bottom photo is of a group of Newsies talking on stage.
Viewmont High School recently hosted their annual 6th Grade Cookie Concert, an exciting event designed to introduce future students to the performing arts programs at Viewmont. Sixth grade students from all feeder schools had the chance to explore band opportunities, enjoy some sweet treats and get excited about the possibilities for their musical futures. Thank you to all the students and staff for making this event a success! #ViewmontHigh #6thGradeCookieConcert #PerformingArts #FutureMusicians
3 months ago, Davis School District
Students intently listening and looking to the right.
A group of students smiling and sitting in a school auditorium.
POV: sitting in an auditorium with students while listening to a band and singers on stage.
Congratulations to Cook Elementary's 6th grade ballroom dance team for taking first place at their recent competition! Thank you to their dedicated advisor, Melissa Argyle, for guiding them to this amazing achievement. We're so proud of your hard work and success! #Teamwork #CookElementary #BallroomChampions #Every1DSD
3 months ago, Davis School District
A group photo of the Cook Elementary Sixth Grade ballroom dance team with their medals and trophies.
We are incredibly proud of the students, staff and families at Sunburst and Kays Creek Elementary's for coming together to support a great cause. Over the past six months, these two schools have been collecting pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House—all sparked by Megan Shipp, Sunburst’s Behavior Coach, and her son, a Kays Creek student, who was diagnosed with leukemia. Thanks to the generosity of everyone involved, they’ve filled over 6 gallon-sized buckets with tabs to help families facing tough times. This project shows how one small act of kindness can inspire an entire community to make a BIG difference. #MakingADifference #RonaldMcDonaldHouse #PopTabCollection #Every1DSD #TogetherWeCan
3 months ago, Davis School District
A family dropping off several five-gallon buckets of pop tabs to the Ronald McDonald House.
A close-up photo of the five five-gallon buckets of pop tabs donated by Kays Creek and Sunburst Elementary Schools.
Foxboro Elementary Students Shine in "BOTS!" Musical. Foxboro Elementary recently showcased the incredible talents of its fourth, fifth and sixth graders in the new musical "BOTS!" The show, featuring robots and their builders in an exciting robotics competition, emphasized the power of teamwork both on and off the stage. “It was amazing to see the students shine and really own their performances,” said Mr. Lingen, Foxboro’s Drama teacher and "BOTS!" director. The performance brought together months of hard work from the cast and crew, including choreography by fourth grade teachers Mrs. Barber and Ms. Brassell. The "BOTS!" musical was performed at both Woods Cross High School and Foxboro Elementary, where students dazzled community members. “It was so fun to watch the students perform in front of their peers and families,” said Mrs. Ari, a kindergarten teacher and parent of a cast member. Foxboro Elementary is proud to offer opportunities for students to showcase their talents and looks forward to more performances in the future. #FoxboroElementary #BOTSMusical #SchoolSpirit #Teamwork #StudentTalent
3 months ago, Davis School District
A photo of Foxboro Elementary students dressed up and performing Bots!. There is a graphic with the Foxboro logo and red electrical lines across the bottom.
Two photos of the group BOTS! dancing.
BOTS! Cast singing.
Two photos of the group BOTS! dancing.
Two Bots! cast members are looking to the right as they are holding dry erase markers. There is a whiteboard that says blue team that has one check and red team that has two checks on it.
Kindergarten Priority Registration for the 2025-26 school year is now underway through Feb. 28 in the Davis School District. Full-day and half-day options are available. If you are interested, please contact your neighborhood elementary school.
4 months ago, Davis School District
A photo of two kindergartners smiling up above the camera. There are two bars of blue; one behind the student's heads and one in front of them on the bottom of the square graphic. The text says: "Kindergarten Priority Registration. Now Underway for the 2025-26 School Year. Full-Day and Half-Day Options Available." There is a white DSD logo in the bottom right corner on top of the blue rectangle.
We're still smiling after a recent event at Viewmont High, where there were over 200 attendees who came together for an enriching conversation with the panelists. The panel featured two students and two parents, who shared their personal stories and insights about their home countries, cultural challenges and the support that has helped them since moving here. Their courage and wisdom made for a truly inspiring discussion. We’re already looking forward to more opportunities to connect and learn from one another in the future. #CommunityConnection #ViewmontHigh #StrongerTogether #Every1DSD
4 months ago, Davis School District
A group of students standing on a stage smiling in a line.
A group of diverse talking in a forum.
✨ District after-school students are shining bright. They've been busy exploring the science of sound through music, experimenting with instruments and creating their own melodies with Katherine Fowles. In theatre, they've brought the story of "The Lorax" to life with vibrant puppetry and imaginative set designs with Elise Hansen. Witnessing their creativity and enthusiasm makes our hearts sing! This is in collaboration with Community Schools and the BTS Arts Program. #StudentSuccess #AfterSchoolPrograms #CreativeExpression #btsalp
4 months ago, Davis School District
Students running under a "handmade" bridge of other students holding hands.
Students sit in a circle with music tubes during an after school activity.
A student holds up a photo that she drew of three people and it says "amana" in the top corner.
An after school student listens through a cup with a string at the end to see if he can hear.
An after school student plays with ribbons in the school's gym.
A student holds up a picture they drew of what looks to be an angry guy since his eyebrows are furrowed.
Welcome back, students. We’ve missed you and are so excited to see your bright faces throughout the district today. Let’s make 2025 a fantastic year!
4 months ago, Davis School District
The Mountain High School Senior Committee spread holiday cheer with a Winter Carnival for the Head Start kids at the Family Enrichment Center in Kaysville! The day was filled with fun activities, including reading The Polar Express, playing games for prizes, doing art projects and a special visit from Santa himself. 🎅 This heartwarming service project created lasting memories for everyone involved. #CommunitySpirit #HolidayCheer #Every1DSD #WinterCarnival #MagicalMoments
4 months ago, Davis School District
Santa talking to an Early Head Start Student.
A Mountain High student reads the Polar Express story to Early Head Start students.
Santa poses with some of his Elves for a picture.
Early Head Starts sit quietly as they listen to a story.
An Early Head Start student plays a game with a student from Mountain High.
Mountain High students read a story.
students walk down the hall with matching firefighter helmets and polar express tags.
Students coloring.
A student happily looks to the left.
Students sitting quietly as they wait for their Christmas bells from the Polar Express.
Today we celebrate World Braille Day! 🌍✨ Braille is an essential tool that empowers individuals who are blind or visually impaired to read, write and engage with the world. We’re excited to honor this incredible system and the many achievements of the blind and visually impaired community!
4 months ago, Davis School District
West Point Elementary’s Student Council recently completed an incredible holiday service project, raising $2,166.40 for Toys for Tots! The students worked hard on a fundraiser to help provide gifts for children in need, and it was amazing to see them in action as they shopped for toys at Walmart. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this wonderful cause! #WestPointElementary #ToysForTots #StudentCouncil #GivingBack #Every1DSD
4 months ago, Davis School District
A group of student council students smiling at the camera.
Two students smiling at the camera leaning on a truck.
Each December, the talented Bountiful Junior High Madrigals bring the joy of the season to the community through their beautiful caroling performances. Audiences delight as these students sing at various iconic locations, including the Bountiful Tree Lighting, Christkindlmarkt, Christmas on Onion Street and Temple Square. #Every1DSD #TisTheSeason #Music
4 months ago, Davis School District
A group photo of Bountiful Junior High Madrigals dressed in their Christmas attire.
Fairfield Junior High School raised money and had a great time during their 2-week Clash of Cash event. Students delivered a $1500 check to Safe Harbor to support families in need within the community. Throughout the event, teachers signed up for different things they would be willing to do if enough money was raised. The administration even got in on the fun by dressing up as Cindy Lou, Max and the Grinch and dancing with the dance club at an assembly.
4 months ago, Davis School District
A photo of Student Government from Fairfield Junior High School.
A group of administrators dressed up as a reindeer, the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who dancing.
A Magical Surprise at Hill Field, Holt, Layton and South Clearfield! The holidays came early for kindergarten students at Hill Field, Holt, Layton and South Clearfield Elementary Schools, as they were treated to a magical surprise! After hearing the heartwarming tale of The Elves and the Shoemaker, the students were thrilled to discover that their wrapped gifts contained a brand-new pair of shoes! The joy on their faces as they opened their gifts and tried on their new shoes was absolutely priceless. You could see the excitement in their eyes as they eagerly checked to make sure their new shoes fit just right! This year, over 450 students across several schools received these thoughtful gifts, ensuring they’ll stay warm and comfortable during the winter season. We’re so grateful to our community partners for making this beautiful moment happen for these incredible kids! #HolidayMagic #DavisSchoolDistrict #CommunitySupport #SeasonOfGiving
4 months ago, Davis School District
A kindergarten student smiles as they are about to open a new pair of shoes.
A student is surprised by cupping their hands around their mouth as they enter the classroom.
A kindergarten student holds up his new Adidas shoes.
A student lifts up a sock out of a shoe box.
A kindergarten student smiles with their box of new shoes.
A kindergarten student excitedly opens their new pair of shoes.
A kindergarten student is surprised by opening a new pair of shoes.
A kindergarten student holds up their new pair of green Nike shoes.
A student smiles as they wait to open their shoe box.
A group of students show off their new shoes in a circle.