On Target -- DHS 2026-2027

October 20 -- Community Council -- 6:30 AM -- Alumni Conference Room

October 21 -- PSAT -- 7:30 AM --- Counseling Computer Lab -- pre-registration only

October 26 -- Trunk or Treat -- 6 PM - 7 PM -- West Parking Lot

October 27 -- Fall Art Show Community Open House -- 4 Pm - 6 PM -- 1800 Hall

October 29 -- Unified Soccer -- America First Field

November 2 -- PTA Meeting -- 9:30 AM -- Alumni Conference Room

November 11 -- Club Photos -- 7:30 AM -- Aux Gym

November 17 -- Community Council -- 6:30 AM -- Alumni Conference Room

Davis High Theatre Presents: "Mama Mia" -- November 13 - 21. Get your tickets here!

Remaining 2026-2027 School Dances (all dances are 8 PM - 10 PM)

Winter: December 5

Spring: February 20

Prom: April 17

The Davis School District is seeking feedback from students, parents, and employees as it considers future school calendar options. A short School Calendar Survey is now available through myDSD.

The survey asks for input on topics such as school start and end dates, the length and timing of school breaks, spring break scheduling, and the end of first semester. Some questions include calendar trade-offs, allowing participants to share which options they would prefer if changes were made.

The survey is anonymous, and there are no right or wrong answers. Responses will help district leaders better understand the preferences of our school community as they develop future calendars.

Students can access the survey by logging into myDSD and selecting the Surveys Available icon on their home screen. Parents can also log in to myDSD to participate.

The survey takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete. We encourage all students and families to share their input and help shape future school calendars in Davis School District.

November 13th -21st

Over 60 million people worldwide have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show!

Get Your Tickets Here

Set on a sunny Greek island paradise, Mamma Mia! is a joyful story about love, family, friendship, and discovering where you belong. On the eve of her wedding, a young woman named Sophie dreams of having her father walk her down the aisle. When she discovers a connection to three men from her mother’s past, she secretly invites them all to the island—setting off an unforgettable reunion filled with surprises, laughter, and plenty of ABBA music.

Featuring the timeless songs of ABBA, Mamma Mia! brings together a wonderful mix of romance, comedy, family, and friendship. A large cast, energetic dance numbers, and unforgettable music make this feel-good celebration a show audiences of all ages will love.

A mother. A daughter. A family mystery. A wedding. And a Greek island full of surprises!

Dancing Queen Cast
Donna- Rylee Hunt
Sophie - Aly Pace
Tanya- Paige Jones
Rosie - Maezee Bierwolf
Sam - Cooper Odom
Harry - Matthan Cooper
Bill- Jake Williams
Sky - Willie Jones
Pepper- Kobe Winward
Ali - Lucy Ogzewalla
Lisa - Maci Wright
Eddie- Xander Rohwer

Super Trouper Cast
Donna- Chloe Francis
Sophie - Aubrey Balls
Tanya- Tatum Jones
Rosie - Sadie Petersen
Sam - Zach Lomax
Harry - Davis Hamblin
Bill- Thomas Herman
Sky - Jonas Johnson
Pepper- Jeshua Morris
Ali - Berkley Morby
Lisa - Sarah Turner
Eddie- Henry Bean

Do you love to draw or dance? To write or record music? To photograph or film-make? Then get busy because the PTA Reflections competition is now live!

Reflections is a fantastic opportunity for you to submit your original creative work for the joy of winning an award, getting a fun prize, and the chance to move on and compete at higher levels. Nearly everyone who enters in high school moves on to the region or district level-- and this kind of thing looks amazing on college, scholarship, or Sterling Scholar applications!

This year's theme is "What My Culture Means To Me." Don't be intimidated-- your culture could be your ethnicity, but it could also be something on a smaller scale like your family or your soccer team. What does it mean to you to be part of that group? How has the group influenced your life? What would you like to celebrate about your culture? Jot down some ideas, then let your creativity flow! Make a sculpture or write a poem or compose a song; whatever you're excited about is what we want to see!

If you have any questions, search Utah PTA Reflections or email Laurie Larsen at lklarsen1212@gmail.com

Entries can be submitted at https://www.utahpta.org/ref and are due October 19, 2026.

Our Davis High PTSA plays an important role in supporting our students, teachers, and school community. We are grateful for the many ways PTSA helps make Davis High a great place to learn and work.

In previous years, families could purchase PTSA memberships and make donations through myDSD. That is now done through Givebacks.

If you are able, please consider supporting Davis High PTSA this year. You can:

• Join PTSA as a parent
• Make a donation in any amount
• Or do both!

Every membership and donation helps PTSA continue its work in support of Davis High students and teachers.

👉 Join PTSA or Make a Donation

Thank you for supporting the people and programs that make Davis High such a wonderful school community!

Congratulations to Ethan Arnold and Flint Nielsen on their selection as National Merit Semifinalists! Their recognition reflects exceptional academic ability and the potential for success in rigorous college studies. Ethan and Flint earned this distinction after participating in the 2025 PSAT/NMSQT, which included more than 1.2 million students from approximately 20,000 high schools. They will now complete the next phase of the competition, which considers academic performance, school and community involvement, leadership, honors, and other accomplishments. We commend Ethan and Flint for representing our school with distinction and wish them the very best as they pursue Finalist standing!

Looking for great SAT practice or an opportunity to qualify for National Merit Scholarships? Consider taking the PSAT/NMSQT at Davis High!

📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 7:30 a.m.
📍 Davis High Counseling Office
💵 Cost: $20

🎓 Juniors: The PSAT is the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program and provides excellent SAT practice.

📚 Sophomores: Get a head start by experiencing college entrance testing early and preparing for future SAT testing.

⏰ Register by October 7!

Testing space is limited and may fill before the deadline.

📲 Sign Up

Contact Ann Littlefield in the main office or at:

📧 alittlefield@dsdmail.net
📞 801-402-8824

The $20 fee will be added to the student's myDSD account and must be paid before test day.

Don't miss your chance to take the PSAT at Davis High! 🌟

Class space is limited, priority given to DHS Seniors and Juniors.

Classes are FREE!

To sign up please use this link to complete form.

Between October 1–30, Davis High School will administer the Student Health and Risk Prevention (SHARP) Survey to students in grades10 and 12. SHARP has given us insight into what our students are facing for more than 20 years, helping parents know what to talk about with their kids and helping schools, health departments, and community partners better support students.

Only students whose parents gave consent earlier this year, during the registration processes, will take part. Participation is voluntary, students may skip questions or stop at any time without penalty. All responses are anonymous and confidential. Questions? Contact DHS Administrator Stacey Jackson, or visit the district's Assessment & Surveys page. For SHARP FAQs and statewide results, visit sumh.utah.gov/data-reports/sharp-survey.

Absences may be excused no more than five calendar days after the student's return to school. Absences may be excused by a guardian in the myDSD app or by calling our attendance office. Once the deadline has passed, the absence will remain classified as an unexcused absence.

Beginning this year, students must be free of any outstanding U citizenship grades from the term immediately preceding a school dance in order to purchase a ticket.

Winter Dance is in second term. Eligibility for the Winter Dance on December 5 will be based on first term citizenship grades from the current school year. Students with a U from first term must complete the approved U remediation process before ticket sales begin in order to be eligible to attend.

Please contact the Citizenship Secretary with questions regarding U remediation options.

KSL Sports and Beehive Meals need your help! Behind every thriving student is someone who makes a difference in their life each day. The Beehive Meals Hero program celebrates those individuals who go the extra mile for the youth in their community - coaches, parents or neighbor that provides the transportation, snacks, clean gear, instruction and support for activities ranging from football to rodeo, ballet to cheer, track or band.

We would love your help identifying these deserving Beehive Meals Heroes. Winners receive a $250 gift card to Beehive Meals. There’s no cost to participate, just a couple minutes of your time. Nominate a Beehive Hero here: Beehive Meals Hero of the Week - KSL Sports Please also help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity within your schools, districts, parents, and communities.

Calling all student speakers! Students in grades 7-12 have the opportunity to participate in the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Speech Contest.

Contest Requirements:

• Memorize a 1-3 minute excerpt from one Dr. King speech.
• Prepare an introduction that includes your name, school, grade, speech title, and how the speech applies to your daily life.
• Provide judges with a printed English copy of the selected excerpt.
• Speeches may also be presented in a language other than English with advance coordination.

Our school may select one winner in grades 7-9 and one winner in grades 10-12 to advance to district judging on November 16 and 17. District winners can earn $100 for first place, $75 for second place, or $50 for third place.

The district is actively hiring school bus drivers and assistants. With more than 21,000 students transported each day, approximately 170 routes, and about 150 contract drivers, there are not currently enough drivers to cover every assigned route without adjustments.

This staffing shortage is the reason some families experience “double backs,” in which a driver must complete one portion of a route before returning to transport another group of students. Transportation staff continue to advertise, train, and hire, but additional applicants are needed.

Please help us spread the word. A rewarding opportunity to support students and schools may be waiting for you or someone you know!

Call 801-402-7500 or apply at DSDJobs.net.

WALK-IN MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR YOUTH

The Youth Crisis Care Program at Huntsman Mental Health Institute is a 24/7 walk-in location for children and teens who need immediate mental health support—whether it feels like a crisis, or you’re simply not sure where to start— no question is too small. Our program offers immediate, short-term mental health support for children and teens ages 5-17 (18 if still in high school). You define the crisis. We’re here to listen, support, and help you find the next step toward stability and healing.

If your child or a child you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, without a medical emergency, walk into Huntsman Mental Health Institute (no appointment needed).

Website

Phone Number: 801-583-2500

Location: Huntsman Mental Health Institute:

501 Chipeta Way

Salt Lake City, UT 84108

We would like to hear from you! We would love to hear your thoughts on how we can improve or what we are doing well. Thank you for taking the time to acknowledge staff members who are doing great things for the school. Thank you also for the constructive feedback you will provide in a positive manner. Click here or on the "feedback" clip art to access the link.