Family Update

Happy Friday, Davis Families!

Such a fun week at Davis! Thanks to all of our families who have donated to the PTO APEX Fundraiser. Our kids are having a blast with our friends from APEX. School spirit has been amazing and we can't wait for the color games event next Thursday.

There is a ton of information below so please take a look!

Have a great weekend.

Go Irish!

Jaime

September 8-19 -- PTO APEX Fundraiser (more information below)

October 1 -- Parent/Teacher Conferences

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

The two-week fundraiser will end next Thursday with a celebratory event called Apex Color Games for students who participated in the fundraiser (think lots of color, games, fun raffle prizes, snacks, loud music, high energy, and FUN!) 🎉🎈🥳

If you would like to help out at the Apex Color Games on September 18, please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050945ADAD22A5FC1-58440335-color

If you have already signed up, please take a look at your sign up. We have had such a great response, we are going to have to have 2 color events on Thursday. You may want to switch your time slot. Thanks to all who have signed up already or will be signing up!

On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, all 8th-grade students will be offered the free PSAT 8/9 assessment. The PSAT 8/9 is the first assessment in the College Board's SAT Suite offered by Dublin City Schools.

8th grade students who have 1st period classes at Scioto or Emerald Campus will not attend their high school classes on October 7. They should plan to ride the middle school bus to Davis instead.

For more information about the PSAT 8/9, please click here.

Student wellness is an essential component of educating the whole child. Here at Davis, students will take the Panorama survey within their teams one day between September 22 and October 3. Please see the parent information letter linked below. Included in the letter is the parent opt out form if you do not wish your child to take part in this questionnaire. Please complete the opt out form no later than Friday, September 19.

If you have questions about how this questionnaire helps us meet District goals or the process we use, please contact Dublin City Schools’ Director of Student Wellness, Tyler Wolfe at wolfe_tyler@dublinschools.net

Panorama Parent Letter Fall 2025

HB 123/SAVE Act mandates annual instruction in suicide awareness and prevention, violence prevention, and social inclusion for students in grades 6-12.

Programs approved by Ohio Department of Education and Workforce are used to satisfy the requirements of HB 123/SAVE Act. Approved programs can be found HERE.

Dublin City Schools will comply with this mandate by using an approved program. Please contact your student's counselor, or Dr. Stewart, for information on which program will be used.

The form linked below is provided to families to opt their student OUT of the Ohio House Bill 123/SAVE Act requirements. Please complete this form only if you wish to opt your Davis student OUT of the mandated requirements of HB123/SAVE Act. Opt Outs should be completed by Friday, September 19.

It's time for Art Club! Is your student interested in joining Art Club this school year? Art club provides a safe place for students to hang out with fellow art lovers and create something new. Art club members will have opportunities with clay, paint, and other fun materials that they may not have used in art class before! Art club meets once a month after school from October through April.

Parent/Guardians must complete this digital permission form before the first art club meeting of the year:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMSpOVLjMWxsVB5EGc0bG2PIspjXdJjKtzThxRrenn95jJFw/viewform?usp=header

Ready to Level Up?

The Davis Gaming Club is now accepting members!

We'll meet approximately twice a month to play a variety of games, from video games to card games and board games. It's a great opportunity for students to socialize, develop problem-solving skills, and have fun in a relaxed and friendly environment.

If your child is interested in joining, please click the link below to sign the permission form. We can't wait to see them there!

Permission Form Link

Club Details

• Club Advisor: Mrs. Torres

• Email: torres_malerie@dublinschools.net

• Meeting Location: Room 208 (Media Center)

• All Meeting Times: 3:15 - 4:30 pm

2025-2026 Meeting Dates

• October 15th

• October 29th

• November 12th

• December 10th

• January 7th

• January 21st

• February 4th

• February 18th

• March 4th

• March 18th

• April 15th

• April 29th

• May 12th

• May 20th

Students are welcome to bring their own games, consoles, etc., as long as they have parental permission. They can bring them to be stored in Mrs. Torres' office for safekeeping on the day of club meetings.

Transportation NOT provided. Students MUST be picked up or be able to get home independently promptly at 4:30 pm.

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.

Winter sports information has been posted on the Davis Athletic Website. Winter season offers both girls' and boys basketball, wrestling, and basketball cheer. Check out the main Winter page for sport-specific information on open gyms, open mats, and tryouts. You can also click on the link below for a quick view of upcoming winter sports and guidelines. (Basketball Cheer Tryouts will be posted on (9/15/25)

Click here for Winter Sports Information

Davis Sports Schedule for Week of September 15 - 21:

Monday - (9/15)

- Volleyball @ Olentangy Liberty - 5:30 pm

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Tuesday - (9/16)

- Girls Tennis vs. Hilliard Memorial (Home) - 5:00 pm

- Cross Country vs. Worthington McCord (Home) - 5:00 pm

- Dublin Girls Golf vs. Fairbanks @ Raymond Memorial - 4:30 pm

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Wednesday - (9/17)

- 7th Football vs. Olentangy Liberty (Home) - 5:30 pm

- Volleyball vs. Worthington Kilbourne (Home) - 5:30 pm

- Boys Golf vs. U.A. Jones @ Raymond Memorial - 4:00 pm

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Thursday - (9/17)

- 8th Football @ Olentangy Liberty - 5:00 pm

- Girls Tennis @ Hilliard Weaver - 5:00 pm

- Boys Golf vs. Dublin Karrer @ Timber View - 4:30 pm

- Dublin Girls Golf vs. Big Walnut @ Raymond Memorial - 4:10 pm

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Saturday - (9/20)

- Cross Country @ Lancaster Invite (Lancaster H.S.) - 11:30 am

Go Irish!

COMING SOON.....

Elementary Football Night

We invite our Davis elementary school families to join the 8th grade football team Thursday, October 9th as they take on Jackson Middle School at Davis Field!

Volunteers needed for PTO Activities and Events!!!!

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. Please email ptodavis@gmail.com

📣Davis 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!

Parent Survey K-12 Curriculum

As part of our regular curriculum review cycle, Dublin City Schools is seeking community feedback on our Visual Arts and Physical Education programs. CLICK HERE to access the survey. The survey will remain open through September 25, 2025. Thank you for taking the time to share your input.

Global Travel Opportunities

The DCS Global Travel Program is offering trips for middle school and high school students in 2026 to several different international destinations including: The Alps and Mediterranean Coast, Germany and Austria, New York City, Robotics, Engineering and the Future Cities in Japan, rome, Athens & the Greek Isles. Trip leaders are planning trip information meetings and there is still time to sign up. Check out the full list of trips and learn more here.

From the City of Dublin

From School Zones to City Milestones

As the new school year began, the City reinforced safety in school zones with added traffic enforcement and reminders for drivers and families. August also brought community milestones like the Dublin Irish Festival, Purple Heart Day and the opening of Dublin’s 30th roundabout. Check out the August highlights.

The Dublin Scioto Women's soccer team is looking for students to be ball kids for our upcoming home games. Each student gets into the game and is provided with a snack.

Upcoming Games:

Monday, September 15th

Tuesday, September 23rd

Thursday, October 2nd

Tuesday, October 7th

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050944AEAF2EA20-57771958-ball

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.

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.

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.

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