Lynx Connection
Davis Connect K-12 Weekly Newsletter

Lynx Connection
Davis Connect K-12 Weekly Newsletter
August 31 - September 4, 2026
Important Dates
This Week:
- 7-12 Online Classroom Live Lesson Weekly Schedule (View the Davis Connect Live Lesson Schedule)
- Friday, September 4- SBO 7-12 In-Person Activity (see flyer below for more information)
Upcoming Dates:
- Monday, September 7 - Labor Day (No School)
- Wednesday, September 9 - K-3 Testing More information coming soon!
SBO 7-12 In-Person Activity
Davis Connect 7-12 in-person community-building activity, "Park Pick-Up and Popsicles," at North Cottonwood Commons Park in Farmington.
Activity Details:
- Date: Friday, September 4
- Time: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Location: North Cottonwood Commons Park, 1397 W Cook Ln., Farmington, UT
Purpose: Students and families will participate in a park cleanup by picking up trash around the park. Disposable gloves and garbage bags will be provided. Following the cleanup, participants will enjoy popsicles and have the opportunity to socialize and connect with other Davis Connect families.
Additional Information: Participants are encouraged to bring recreational items such as pickleball equipment, basketballs, frisbees, footballs, or card games for informal social activities after the cleanup.
Give Your Future Kindergartener a Strong Start with Waterford Upstart!
Dear Parents,
Give Your Child a Strong Start in School with Waterford Upstart! Waterford Upstart Early Learning Program – Online Registration
Davis School District has partnered with Waterford Upstart to provide PreK children with an engaging, at-home early learning program designed to help prepare them for kindergarten and a bright future.
Program Benefits:
- Fun, engaging lessons in reading, math, and science designed to take just 15 minutes a day
- Personalized family coaching and easy-to-use resources that complement the learning you are already doing with your child
- A computer and internet access for families who qualify
Who Can Participate:
Children entering kindergarten in Fall 2027
How to Apply:
Visit signup.waterford.org/davisschooldistrict25
or call 1-888-982-9898
Join Community Council!
We are looking for parents and guardians who would like to be involved in our Community Council. This is a great opportunity to share ideas, provide feedback, and work together to support our students, families, and school programs. Whether you have been involved before or are looking for a new way to connect, we would love to hear from you! If you are interested or would like more information, please reach out to Mrs. McInelly at amcinelly@dsdmail.net. We hope you'll consider joining us and making a positive impact at Davis Connect!
Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive
Join the Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive on Saturday, September 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 308 North Main Street, Layton, UT 84041. This free family event will feature pizza, games, face painting, a balloon artist, prizes, and free eye exams. Community members are invited to donate new school supplies to support preschool students and families in need through the Davis School District Head Start Program. Requested donations include preschool children's books, crayons, markers, pencils, safety scissors, glue sticks, backpacks, coloring and construction paper, matching games and cards, blocks, Legos, puzzles, and other school supplies. Attendees can also enter for a chance to win a Nintendo Switch by completing and turning in the event coloring page. Donations and proceeds from the event will help provide essential learning materials to preschoolers throughout our community.
Device Pickup Reminder
Before picking up a student device, please log in to MyDSD and complete the following required forms:
- Parent/Guardian Notice of Acceptable Use of Technology
- Student Notice of Acceptable Use of Technology
Both forms must be completed before a device can be checked out
Technology/Device Support
Technology Specialist, Matt King.
- DEVICE CHECKOUT - Do you still need to pick up your device? You can stop by our offices from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
- DEVICE PROTECTION PLAN - Available for purchase through myDSD Guardian Account.
Traveling Outside the U.S.?
If a student will be traveling outside the U.S., please email making@dsdmail.net with the following information:
- Student Name
- Student District ID
- Student Email
- Student Grade
- Parent/Guardian Name
- Parent/Guardian Email
- Parent/Guardian Phone
- Date leaving the U.S.
- Date returning to the U.S.
Please allow a minimum of one week for us to process the change.
Kim Nielson
Lead Counselor
7th &12th Grade Counselor
Kirstin Butt
9th and 11th Grade
Counselor
Amber Robbins
8th and 10th Grade
Counselor
Tricia Ferre
K-6
Counselor
Krista Rea
Jodie Gardner
Registrar
Davis Connect K-6 & 7-12 Online Schools Davis School District
Donations
Davis Connect K-6 & 7-12 Online Schools Davis School District
Davisconnectoffice@dsdmail.net
Shara Ballstaedt
K-12 Administration
7-12 Lead
Amber Mcinelly
K-12 Administration
K-6 Lead
Tiffany Dance
EDU Tech Specialist
Ana Sanchez
7-12 Office Manager
Valorie Griffin
K-6 Office Manager
Kellie Stucki
Digital Learning Senior Administrative Assistant
Davis Connect K-6 & 7-12 Online School
Email: davisconnectoffice@dsdmail.net
K-6 Website: Davis Connect K-6 Online School | Home
7-12 Website: Davis Connect 7-12 | Home
Location: 2195 University Park Boulevard, Layton, UT, USA
Phone: 801-402-5266
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davisconnectk12/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davisconnectk12/
