Lynx Connection
Davis Connect K-12 Weekly Newsletter

January 26 -30, 2026
Important Dates
This Week:
- 7-12 Online Classroom Live Lesson Weekly Schedule (see our website for specific classes, days, and time)
Upcoming Dates:
- Tuesday, February 3 & February 4 - Secondary Parent Teacher Conferences (appointments may be scheduled in myDSD between January 26 and February 2)
- February 9 - 13 - Elementary Parent Teacher Conferences (appointments may be schedule in myDSD between February 2 and February 5)
- Tuesday, March 17 - 9am - Grades 9 & 10 ASPIRE PLUS State Assessment
- Wednesday, March 18 - 1pm - Grades 5 & 8 RISE WRITING State Assessment
- Tuesday, March 24 - 7:30am - Grade 11 ACT Assessment
SAVE THE DATES: Upcoming State Assessments
Spring testing is upon us. We will keep this section updated with the latest dates and times for all state testing. This year, we are letting families choose whether they prefer in-person or remote testing for RISE and Aspire+ testing. Please fill out the forms below to let us know your choice. This will allow us to plan for a space to test as well as how many proctors we need.
March 17 - Grade 9 & 10 Aspire Plus FORM
March 18 - Grade 5 & 8 RISE Writing FORM
March 24 - Grade 11 ACT
TBD - Grades 3-8 RISE Reading FORM coming soon
TBD - Grades 3-8 RISE Math FORM coming soon
TBD - Grades 4-8 RISE Science FORM coming soon
Cooking Club
Celebrating Academic Success
Lynx Lunch for 7-12
Honoring Outstanding Citizenship for 1st and 2nd Term
Explorer Day Shetech
Soup with the Supt
DEEP
DC 7-12 Students of the Month
Counseling Newsletter
Attendance Challenge
Relationships are at the heart of student success. When students feel connected to their school community through peers, teachers, and staff they're more likely to show up, engage, and thrive. Inclusive school cultures that promote belonging and positive social interactions can signifi cantly boost attendance rates. Schools and communities working together to foster these connections help students stay on track and reach their goals. Let’s build strong relationships because every connection counts!
Stand together against bullying, harrassment, and discrimination.
Davis Community Ed. ACT Prep Classes
Davis Community Ed. is offering a Saturday ACT Prep classes at Woods Cross High School or Layton High School beginning Saturday, September 13, 2025 for students wanting help improving their scores, which is a major determinate for college acceptance. This prep session will help prepare any student planning to take the October 18, 2025 National ACT Test. The cost is $90 total for five classes and $25 for the textbook, which will be handed out on the first day of class. The cost gives the students 18 hours of in-person instruction in math, science reasoning, English, reading, and overall ACT testing strategies. Classes will be every Saturday morning from 8 am-Noon, except for the first class which will run from 8-10 am, thru October 11th. To sign your student up go https://daviscomed.davis.k12.ut.us/o/daviscomed/page/registration. For the first class enter the school through the main doors to receive your textbook and room assignment.
Also, signing your student up for the ACT prep class does not register them for the national test on October 18th. To do this you must go to https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html and register them by September 12, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact David Hopkins at dhopkins@dsdmail.net.
The Multicultural Mixer
Mental Health Series - November
SAFE UT
PTSA News
The PTSA is an amazing organization that provides valuable support to our students and staff. In order to continue our efforts this school year, we are looking for dedicated parents to join the PTSA Board.
If you're willing to help and be part of a team that works to enrich our school community, please email us at davisconnectoffice@dsdmail.net
Your involvement can make a big impact!
Dues to join the PTSA will be available to be paid on MyDSD soon!
Technology/Device Support
Meet our new School Technology Specialist, Matt King. We are thrilled to have him on our Davis Connect K-12 team.
- 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. each day Monday through Friday.
- DEVICE PROTECTION PLAN - Available for purchase through myDSD Guardian Accounts.
- Traveling Outside the US Access Request Form- Submit at least 2 weeks before departure.
Donations
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/


