Family Update

Happy Friday, Davis Families!

It is so hard to believe that school starts in just two and a half weeks! I hope you have all had a wonderful summer...and are able to soak up the last few days.

We are looking forward to the start of a new school year. Davis is always at its best when the students are here 😁

Our office staff returned this week, so the office is open 8am-3pm until school starts.

To our new Davis families -- I will send out a newsletter every Friday. This is where you will get all of the information you need about the happenings at Davis and within Dublin Schools. Please make sure that you take a few minutes each week to read through the information.

Please see below for important back to school information. Feel free to reach out with any questions! We look forward to seeing you all soon.

Go Irish!

Jaime

August 12 -- 6th Grade Orientation 6-8pm (more information below)

August 13 -- Schedule Walkthrough (more information below)

• 8th Grade -- 9:00-9:45 AM
• 7th Grade -- 10:00-10:45 AM
• 6th Grade -- 11:00-11:45 AM
• Anyone who could not make it at their scheduled time -- 1:30-2:30 PM

August 19 -- First Day of School

August 20 -- 6th Grade Chromebook Distribution

August 22 -- Picture Day

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

A new law was enacted in Ohio this summer that bans cell phone use in schools in Ohio other than for emergencies or when a student needs a cell phone for medical reasons, with proper documentation. This is not much of a change for us at Davis as our district rule for middle schools is "Away for the Day."

Students will be required to place their phones on do not disturb/silent, or completely off, and placed in their backpack from the time they enter the building until they leave for the day. This information will be reiterated to the students, but we ask that you start sharing this expectation with them now. Thank you!

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 next May. It is a year away, but we like to give our families plenty of time to plan for the expense of the trip. 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 in the summer, raking leaves in the fall, 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.

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

Dublin City Schools believes that reading is a key to success in all areas. While middle and high school students have required reading, all students are encouraged to read all summer long.

• Middle School Summer Reading
• High School Summer Reading

6th Grade Orientation will be held on Tuesday, August 12 from 6-8 PM.

From 6-6:25 pm check in to get student name tag and schedule, visit tables in the commons, and explore the building.

By 6:25 pm, students should report to their 3rd period classroom, parents/guardians/adults report to the gymnasium.

From 6:30-7:15 pm, students will be with their teachers and adults will be with the admins, counselors, team leads.

At 7:15 pm we will have a staggered dismissal for students and adults to find each other.

Following this, there is time for families to visit the PTO/school supplies table, fill out forms if needed, and explore the building.

During orientation, students will tour and learn important aspects of the building. There will be time for them to walk their schedule. The schedule walkthrough on Wednesday, August 13 is not mandatory, but is another time that students can come walk their schedule if they would like to feel more comfortable on the first day of school.

If you or your student are not able to attend orientation or walkthrough, please try not to worry. They will learn all of the information shared during the first days of school. They will have tons of help finding their classrooms. We will take great care of them! 💚

Schedule walk-throughs are on Wednesday, August 13. This is a time for students to find their classrooms and follow their schedule if they choose to do so. This is not mandatory and is very informal. Teachers/staff will not be available this day. We ask students to stick to the time frames below. Schedules will be available on Infinite Campus starting August 11.

• 8th Grade -- 9:00-9:45 AM
• 7th Grade -- 10:00-10:45 AM
• 6th Grade -- 11:00-11:45 AM
• Anyone who could not make it at their scheduled time -- 1:30-2:30 PM

The building will be closed outside of these times.

ACTION REQUIRED! Time for Annual Updates!

Today, families should have received an email with instructions to complete the 2025–2026 Annual Update in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. This required process allows parents and guardians to confirm or update important information—including home address, phone numbers, emergency contacts—and to acknowledge district handbooks, student code of conduct, and technology use agreements for the upcoming school year.

Please note: This year, families must complete the Annual Update in order to access key information in the Parent Portal, such as grades, fees, and assessment data.

Helpful Reminders:

• For best results, complete the Annual Update using a computer or tablet.

• Address changes require two proofs of residency. A list of accepted documents is available on our Enrollment Required Documentation page.

STEPS
To access the Annual Update, please follow steps 1-7 below.

1. Log-in to Infinite Campus Parent Portal

2. Click “More” in the Main Menu or “Annual Update” under district announcements

3. Select “Online Registration Update”

4. Click “25-26 (Current School Year) Existing Student Registration.” Please make sure you select Existing Student Registration, not New Student.

5. Under Action, click “Start”

6. Click “Begin Registration”

7. Fill out your back-to-school forms

THINGS TO NOTE

• For best results, complete the Annual Update from a computer or tablet.
• A change of address requires two proofs of residency. A list of acceptable residency documents can be found on our Enrollment Required Documentation page.

Thank you for completing this very important back-to-school process. The information gathered as part of the Annual Update supports the efficient operation of our district and is critical regarding our ability to communicate with parents in the event of an emergency.

If you are having issues accessing Infinite Campus Parent Portal, please reference the tutorials and frequently asked questions on our website. When attempting to log in to your Infinite Campus account you are able to select the "Forgot Password" link. If you continue to have issues logging in to your account or have not yet created an account and need your Activation Key please email Frazee_Laura@dublinschools.net for assistance. Mrs. Frazee can also assist with adding parents, updating contact information, and students missing from Infinite Campus.

Schedules and Classroom Assignments:

• Posted in Infinite Campus: August 11
• To Access:
• Students should use their district Google email credentials to access the Infinite Campus Student Portal via single sign-on. Instructions are linked below.

Bus Route Information

• Posted in Infinite Campus: Approximately August 12 (one week before the start of school)

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