It's Gear Up! week and they have invited the #1 Youth Motivator, Jonathan Medina to come speak to grades 6-12 this Friday in the HS Auditorium from 11:15 - 12:15. Medina will present an engaging, lasting message of hope that should fuel students to recognize their dreams and encourage them to realize what they hold deep in their hearts. Community and families are welcome. See you there!
Let's talk Scholarships! Our first application deadline is already approaching, Seniors are you ready? Take a moment to mark the scholarship page found at www.daytonsd.org/page/scholarships. All scholarship information will be updated regularly.
As the school year progresses there will be many to read through. All scholarships will be listed on the website based on the date they are due. Last year's links will remain active for the time being at the bottom of the Scholarship Page so just keep scrolling.
If you have questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Suzi Tasker, Scholarship Coordinator.
BMAC offers an Energy Assistance Program titled LIHEAP. Open to the residents of Columbia County, LIHEAP offers low income bill assistance.
When? October 10, 11, & 12 9:30 am - 3:30 with a break at lunch
Where? Dayton office 115 S 2nd St.
Call the Blue Mountain Action Council for all the information at 529-4980.
September 13 will bring the first in a series of Parent Information Nights. Dayton Middle & High School will host a series of topics over the school year and we hope you plan to attend. Snacks and childcare will be provided. Following dates to be determined. Meetings start at 6 pm in the Multipurpose Room. Come and learn more about the great programs we offer!
September 13th topic is Discipline and Cell phones. See you there!
THERE WILL BE A DAYTON SCHOOL BOARD PUBLIC HEARING VIA ZOOM - BUDGET EXTENSION 8/31/2023 AT 1:25 P.M -
TO FOLLOW THERE WILL BE A SPECIAL BOARD MEETING VIA ZOOM 8/31/2023 AT 1:30 P.M.
RE: BUDGET EXTENSION
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84225704737
Join Zoom by telephone
Meeting ID: 842 2570 4737
1(253)215-8782
It is said that "Progress is impossible without change." This has proved to be true as we have rolled out online registration. Some of you may have encountered frustration today with registration sticking at the "Preferred Language" field. We have learned that Skyward platform upgraded overnight and some fields did not come along for the ride. The issue has been addressed and we are hopeful that it should allow you to continue in the registration process. Thank you for your patience as we change and and make progress forward.
Update on the phones - the district has new phones on order and we should be fully able to communicate soon.
We are looking forward to a great year and can't wait to see the students return for the first day of school this coming Tuesday, 8/29/2023.
Friday, 8/11, phone lines continue to be down. Server upgrade continues and new phones are on order. Thanks for your patience! Please email Suzi at suzit@daytonsd.org if needed.
Today, Thursday 8/10, our phone system continues to be down. Due to server issues that are being upgraded we are only accessible by email. Please email Suzi at the District Office if you have any questions - suzi@daytonsd.org. Thanks for your continued patience!
Our phone system is down. If you need to reach the District Office please email Suzi at suzit@daytonsd.org. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work through this issue.
Dayton Secondary School has positions open for a media center secretary and a paraprofessional. For more information check out our employment page at https://www.daytonsd.org/page/employment. EOE
8/7/2023 our phone system is currently down due to a server issue. If you need immediate assistance, please email suzi@daytonsd.org. Thanks for your patience.
Online registration is now open! Please read the article with links for next-steps to follow at https://thrillshare.com/s/news-district-daytonwa/articles/registration-here-s-what-you-need-to-know.
If you have questions or encounter issues, please don't hesitate to reach out to Suzi at the District Office at 509-382-2543. We will have an In-person registration, all grades, 8/17 from 12 - 6 at Dayton High School. if you need additional help or would like to visit with specific staff. First day of school is 8/29/2023!
A message from WSU - Space Available! FREE Programming Camps for Middle School Students!
Our team of computer science educators at WSU Pullman is excited to announce the return of both IN-PERSON and ONLINE Programming Camp. Like in previous years, since 2017, this opportunity is FREE to all middle school students in the Palouse region for the in-person camp and anywhere in the Inland Northwest for the online camp. Feel free to share details of the online camp with family and friends outside the Inland Northwestern Region. (Note: times are in the Pacific Time zone)! Open to any students in Grade 6, 7, and 8. Please secure your spot for your child(ren) by registering. In-Person Programming Camp at WSU, Pullman Campus. – Register here: https://forms.gle/JDor8BAnY8bjst1d6. Online Programming Camp at couches anywhere in the United States – Register here: https://forms.gle/AzTY6FkSsscUoZ576.
Dayton School Board of Directors is continuing to search for a board of director for position #1. For Board Member Application and exact details on boundary lines for Position #1 visit www.daytonsd.org/page/school-board. Position will remain open until filled . For additional information please call the District Office at (509) 382-2543.
Dayton School Board of Directors is seeking a board of director for position #1 to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Korinda Wallace. For Board Member Application and exact details on boundary lines for Position #1 visit www.daytonsd.org/page/school-board.
Position closes July 6, 2023. For additional information, please call the District Office at (509) 382-2543.
Last day of school is today and students are released at 10:30 AM. Thank you all for a wonderful year! We hope your summer is filled with adventures, rest, good books and lots of time with those you love. See you next year!
Due to a situation in the neighborhood next to the school, the school went into a lockdown at 9:52 a.m. Officers were on scene immediately, secured the buildings and cleared the lockdown at 10:06 a.m. We are grateful for the quick response of our local Sherriff's department and our communities understanding as we work to always keep safety of our students first.
Dayton School District is continuing to find ways to improve our communication and we want to hear from you! Please take a moment to complete this brief survey regarding your communication preferences.
The survey is available online at https://forms.gle/7gWcQsDQbEmf27ui8 or you can pick up and return a paper copy of the survey at any school or district front office. Surveys are open May 12th-26th. Thank you for your feedback!
At approximately 12:50 today the school went into lockdown. An individual was creating disturbance at the district office. Police were called, the buildings were locked down, and the situation resolved. The lockdown was cleared by 1:10. All students are safe and classes have resumed. Thank you again for patience as we work to keep students and staff safe.
At approximately 10:30 a.m. today (May 10th) our school went into a lockdown after receiving report of an alleged threat. The Dayton County Sherriff's office worked to secure the campus and buildings. The lockdown was lifted at 11:55 a.m. We received notice of similar threats in school districts across Eastern Washington. More information to follow. Thank you for your patience as we continue to make sure that all students and staff are safe.