Family Update

Happy Friday, Davis Families!

What a great first week back to school! We packed a lot into the first four days including new Chromebooks and t-shirts for our 6th graders, class meetings, picture day, and all of the start of school class activities. It is shaping up to be a great year!

Please see below for information about Open House on Tuesday night as well as other important information.

Go Irish!

Jaime

August 26 -- Open House 6-7:30pm

September 1 -- No School, Labor Day

October 1 -- Parent/Teacher Conferences

October 1 -- 8th Grade Washington, DC Informational Meeting 7:30pm (for those unable to attend last spring)

Open House is on Tuesday, August 26 starting at 6pm.

This event is designed to give you a glimpse into your student's day. They should bring home a blank schedule form for you to fill out together. If they forget, I have one linked below.

You will spend about 8 minutes or so in each class to hear from the teacher and then switch to the next class. As you will see on the form, you will not go to Irish Period or to study centers.

As with all events at Davis, please remember that parking can be a challenge. We will be able to use the Olde Sawmill lots for overflow parking. The main entrance and athletic entrance will be open for entering the building. We look forward to seeing you all there!

Yearbooks have been delivered and will be passed out to students who placed a spring order this week. For families who missed ordering the 2024-25 yearbook, a limited amount are available on a first come, first served basis in the main office. See Mrs. Esker in the main office, to purchase one with cash or check made out to Davis Middle School. The cost of the yearbook is $40.

Has your student asked you for a box (or more) of tissues this week? This is why...

Calling All Tissues!

Student Council is sponsoring a tissue drive. Bring in new boxes of tissues to your Irish Period on Monday and Tuesday to earn supplies to build the coolest Irish Spirit Sculpture at the end of next week.

These tissues will help us with all our runny noses come the winter season!

Families are responsible for making a non-refundable, annual technology payment of $50. This fund is established to fund repairs in the event of accidental damage to a student’s Chromebook. If the tech fee is not paid, the full cost for any kind of repair will be the responsibility of the student’s family. If you haven’t already paid, please make the payment now at https://payschoolscentral.com.

Families who qualify for free or reduced meals will not be charged a tech fee or will be charged a reduced rate consistent with their federal benefits eligibility.

*If you think you may qualify for this benefit, please reach out to guidance secretary Laura Frazee (frazee_laura@dublinschools.net)*

The $50 annual technology fee includes accidental damage protection. This covers repairs caused by accidental damage to screens, keys, keyboards, broken hinges, and internal ports for power and headphones.

Tech fee limitations:

• 2 break-fix issues totaling no more than $365 per school year

• 1 replacement during the student's middle school years

Accidental damage protection does not cover:

Power cords: The student/parent/guardian must replace damaged or lost cords. Please check the device's model before ordering a new cord.

Replacement stylus: The student/parent/guardian replaces damaged or lost stylus. Please check the device's model before ordering a new stylus.

*Damage caused by deliberate action of the student is not covered by the accidental damage protection fund. If a Chromebook is lost or damaged due to neglect, the Parent/Guardian/Student may be liable for the full purchase price or repair of the device.*

If you have questions, please visit the district technology page

https://www.dublinschools.net/departments/technology/chromebooks or email Davis MS librarian Meggan Aston at aston_meggan@dublinschools.net.

All 7th grade students are required to have the Tdap/MCV4 vaccines. Please submit updated records to the clinic once your student has received the vaccines.

If you would like to sign your student up for the vaccine clinic, please use the link below.

https://redcap.ohiohealth.com/surveys/?s=JXHNWCPYPD7843TH

Please use the CAMPUS PARENT App to submit:

• Full Day Absences

• Late Arrivals

• Early Leave

STEP 1: Download the app

STEP 2: Log in using your Infinite Campus credentials

STEP 3: Scroll to the bottom of the HOME page and SELECT:

**TIP** = Check the "Stay Logged In" box to receive push notifications regarding grades, missing assignments, attendance and more!

Incoming 8th Grade Families,

This is just a reminder that it is time to register your student with Prodigy Travel if they will be joining the Washington, DC trip in May. We have urged students who are interested to work to help with the cost of the trip...it may help them appreciate it that much more! Mowing, mulching or pulling weeds, raking leaves, and shoveling snow in the winter in the neighborhood are all good ways to get started.

Here is the link to all of the DC information including the Prodigy website to create an account, register for the trip, and make payments.

For families who were unable to attend the informational meeting last spring, we will be having another informational meeting on October 1 at 7:30PM in the DMS Commons.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Ms. Wilhelm, 8th grade team lead and DC advisor.

Robotics, Engineering, and the Future of Cities in Japan -- EF Tours June 2026

Answer: BOTH!

This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. I’ll be sharing all the details about our trip to Rome & Athens, including what we’ll see and do, hands-on learning activities, academic opportunities, trip costs, and how to secure a spot at our informational meeting.

Meeting details: Rome, Athens & the Greek Isles

Date: September 10

Time: 6:30 PM

Location: Davis Middle Media Center

RSVP here to join us: https://rsvp.eftours.com/asprtdy

We’ll also open enrollment during the meeting—spots are limited, and I would love to help you secure this experience for your child. I can't wait to see you on September 10th!

Contact Disa Banker with questions.

Part of the back to school routine is making sure that your student has a current Pay Schools account for breakfast and lunch. You can also fill out the Free and Reduced Meal Application for your students. Apply online through PaySchools Central or use one of our printable forms (translated in multiple languages) to submit your information.

Meal Prices Add Up! Apply Now for Free/Reduced School Meals

Check a back-to-school box off your list by going ahead and filling out the Free and Reduced Meal Application for your students. Easily apply online through PaySchools Central.

Why apply?

• It can lower or waive technology fees.

• It connects families to additional resources and support.

• It ensures your student gets a healthy meal at school every day.

• It helps reduce or prevent meal account debt, which carries over from year to year.
  

Note: Students with negative meal account balances will receive a standard school meal, but they won’t be able to purchase extra (“a la carte”) items.

The Food Services team works closely with school principals to notify families and help manage account balances. Once a student’s meal charges reach $25 or more, you’ll receive automated phone calls as a reminder to add funds. Applying for Free & Reduced Meals is the best way to avoid accumulating a growing balance.

This year, several times a quarter, we will have the opportunity to have a support dog at Davis. Onyx is owned by counselor, Shanley O'Neil. Onyx is trained and very well behaved. He loves to receive lots of pets and has a knack of helping to calm and soothe when folks are feeling a bit anxious or upset. We are excited to have this opportunity for some of our students at Davis!

When we have a support dog in the building, he will always be on leash and with his handler when not in the main office area.

If you have any questions about the support dog at DMS, please reach out to Jaime (stewart_jaime@dublinschools.net) or Shanley (oneil_shanley@dublinschools.net). If you would like to give your student permission to visit with Onyx when when he is at school, please complete the questions below. You only need to fill this out if you would like your student to have this opportunity. If you do not want your student to interact with Onyx, please do not fill out the form below and we will know not to allow him to interact with your student in the office area. Thank you!

Proof of Residency

A friendly reminder that if you lease a home or an apartment that you are required to provide an updated copy of your lease and utility bill each year. Our Guidance Secretary Mrs. Frazee may be reaching out to request a copy if we have not gotten one yet from you. You can also email a copy to her at Frazee_Laura@DublinSchools.net.

Moving?

If you are moving please contact our Guidance Secretary, Laura Frazee, at frazee_laura@dublinschools.net or 614-718-8663. She will be able to follow up with you regarding next steps and can help get your student's bussing updated. Thank you!

Food Assistance

If your family needs assistance with food, please let us know by filling out this form. We are happy to connect you with options.

What a great first week of competition for our Davis Athletes this week! After a long, hot August of preparation, many of our teams started off the season with victories: Our girls' 8th-grade volleyball team defeated Pickerington, the girls' tennis team defeated Big Walnut, and our 8th-grade football team defeated Dublin Eversole! The Dublin Girls Golf team also posted victories this week!

Thanks to all of our parent volunteers who helped our kids and coaches have great experiences this week. Great parents make for a great program!

Pay to Participate Fees: Those were due August 15! If you have not paid yet, please go to your PaySchools account and pay your seasonal fee. If you are a member of the Free/Reduced Lunch program, email Coach Bernans directly, and those fees will be taken care of appropriately.

Fall Schedules: Those are updated and posted online on the Athletic Website under Fall Sports. Coaches will send weekly updates with any changes to times or locations.

Hometown Ticketing: Tickets to all of our home & away events can be purchased on the Hometown Ticketing App found on the Athletic Website. Fans may also purchase tickets at the gate with cash. (Adults - $6, Students $5 (Davis students free for home events), Seniors (60+) and students under 5 are free! Athletic Family Passes can also be purchased on the Hometown App for $95. This pass will get 4 family members into all Davis home events and all other Dublin Middle School events when the Irish are on the Road.

Next Week's Schedule of Events

Monday (8/25)

- Girls Volleyball @ Delaware Dempsey - 5:30 pm

- Girls Tennis @ Delaware Dempsey - 5:30 pm

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Wednesday (8/27)

- Boys Golf vs. U.A. Jones @ Mill Creek G.C. - 4:30 pm

- Volleyball vs. Hilliard Heritage (Home) - 5:30 pm

- 8th Grade Football vs. Marysville (@ Scioto) - 6:30 pm

- 7th Grade Football @ Marysville - 5:00 pm

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Thursday (8/28)

- Girls Tennis vs. Dublin Eversole (Home) - 5:00 pm

Go Irish!

🎉Join the Davis Middle School PTO!🎉

Hey Davis families! 👋

Want to make a difference in your child’s school experience? The Davis Middle School PTO is looking for parent volunteers to help with upcoming events, student and staff support, and more.

Whether you have a few hours a month or just want to help out at events, there's a place for YOU in the PTO.

We are looking for:

✅ 2 people to serve as Co-VP's (grab your bestie!)

✅Social media manager extraordinaire

✅Committee members

✅Event volunteers

No experience needed—just a desire to help and connect with other awesome parents.

PTO is a great way to:

✅Support teachers and staff

✅Plan fun events and activities

✅Strengthen our school community

✅Stay informed and involved

📣Davis Spirit Wear📣

Start the school year with new spirit wear! Our spirit wear store has everything you need to show your Irish spirit, and it is delivered right to your door. Order now for 25% off, and get free shipping with all orders over $75!

Click here to shop!

Reminder: High School Redistricting Information Session – August 26

Join us on Tuesday, August 26, from 7–8 p.m. for a Zoom webinar on the high school redistricting process. Superintendent Dr. John Marschhausen and Matt Cropper of Cropper GIS will explain how enrollment trends, feeder patterns, transportation, and future growth are analyzed before draft boundaries are created.

The Zoom link will be posted on the morning of the event on the Dublin City Schools Redistricting webpage.

Dublin Scioto Lady Irish Basketball is excited to introduce its Youth Basketball Program for the 2025-2026 season! The goal of the youth program is to provide an opportunity for girls grades 3-6 to have fun and develop their basketball skills, through competitive play around the Columbus area.

Team Tryouts:

Wednesday September 10th

Thursday September 11th

6:30-8:00 pm

Dublin Scioto Gym

To for more information and to register for tryouts, please complete the form below.

Team Tryout Registration

Questions: please email ladyirishyouthbball@gmail.com

Little Irish Basketball tryouts are scheduled for September 3rd and 4th at Dublin Scioto High School from 6:30-8:00 pm. Teams are available for boys grades 3-6. Register today at sciotobasketball.com.

Assistant Principal: Mr. Jason Snyder (Last Names L-Z)
Administrative Intern: Ms. Cassie Jackson (Last Names A-K)

Email: davis_info@dublinschools.net
Website: https://www.dublinschools.net/Domain/11
Location: 2400 Sutter Parkway, Dublin, OH, USA
Phone: (614) 761-5820
Twitter: @DMSIrish