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![Episode 34 - Larry and Kraig]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701880271/dodaytonk12org/yiogsccan7irkgsf9jul/BuriedTreasure.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701880271/dodaytonk12org/yiogsccan7irkgsf9jul/BuriedTreasure.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701880271/dodaytonk12org/yiogsccan7irkgsf9jul/BuriedTreasure.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1701880271/dodaytonk12org/yiogsccan7irkgsf9jul/BuriedTreasure.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1701880271/dodaytonk12org/yiogsccan7irkgsf9jul/BuriedTreasure.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1701880271/dodaytonk12org/yiogsccan7irkgsf9jul/BuriedTreasure.png","width":2200}])
We begin season 3 with part 1 of our, “The State of the Pirate!” mini-series. This selection of episodes will focus on what is happening in the Dayton School District.
Today, we will feature perspectives from two of our school board members; Larry Ringnalda and Kraig Albright. Listen as we share what makes us proud to be a Pirate.
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buried-treasure/id1710448023
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buried-treasure-dsd
![Your Voice Matters]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721678049/dodaytonk12org/dechinz6ddamc7nsag5s/16773907_working.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721678049/dodaytonk12org/dechinz6ddamc7nsag5s/16773907_working.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721678049/dodaytonk12org/dechinz6ddamc7nsag5s/16773907_working.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1721678049/dodaytonk12org/dechinz6ddamc7nsag5s/16773907_working.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1721678049/dodaytonk12org/dechinz6ddamc7nsag5s/16773907_working.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1721678049/dodaytonk12org/dechinz6ddamc7nsag5s/16773907_working.png","width":2200}])
We are asking all Dayton School District families to please take a few minutes to complete the Dayton Schools Family Survey (attached). Your input plays a critical role in helping us understand what is working well in our schools and where we can continue to grow.
- Survey
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Provoking Hope presented a prevention panel discussion to the Dayton High School. They shared a lived experience of choices, and the consequences of choices.
![Grade School Winter Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729798620/dodaytonk12org/vtoibpm30sgja74bqoic/WinterProgram.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729798620/dodaytonk12org/vtoibpm30sgja74bqoic/WinterProgram.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729798620/dodaytonk12org/vtoibpm30sgja74bqoic/WinterProgram.jpg","width":612}])
Join us for this year's Winter Program presented by the 1-5th graders!
Program A is on Tuesday, December 16 @ 6:30
Program B is on Wednesday, December 17 @ 6:30
Students should arrive at the room listed in their letter between 6:00-6:15 the night of their performance.
If you aren't sure which night your student is performing, please contact their classroom teacher or the office.
- Performance
![Student of the Month: November]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/xaowltxgxqaqy83q7grf/SOM_NOV.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/xaowltxgxqaqy83q7grf/SOM_NOV.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/xaowltxgxqaqy83q7grf/SOM_NOV.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/xaowltxgxqaqy83q7grf/SOM_NOV.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/xaowltxgxqaqy83q7grf/SOM_NOV.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/xaowltxgxqaqy83q7grf/SOM_NOV.jpg","width":2048}])
This month we recognize the trait: Gratitude.
- SOM
![Student of the Month: October]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/t8scuqcw8sdefz0crfuc/SOM_OCT.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/t8scuqcw8sdefz0crfuc/SOM_OCT.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/t8scuqcw8sdefz0crfuc/SOM_OCT.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/t8scuqcw8sdefz0crfuc/SOM_OCT.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/t8scuqcw8sdefz0crfuc/SOM_OCT.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764871136/dodaytonk12org/t8scuqcw8sdefz0crfuc/SOM_OCT.jpg","width":2048}])
This month we honor the trait: Responsibility
- SOM
![Advanced Soils - Dayton FFA]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764872756/olrcdr7cgni4wlxjagrt/AdvancedSoils.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764872756/olrcdr7cgni4wlxjagrt/AdvancedSoils.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764872756/olrcdr7cgni4wlxjagrt/AdvancedSoils.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764872756/olrcdr7cgni4wlxjagrt/AdvancedSoils.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764872756/olrcdr7cgni4wlxjagrt/AdvancedSoils.jpg","width":1536}])
The advanced soils team had a great day! The team finished 1st place overall in Districts. Individual awards: Opal Holland 1st, Jaxson Swarts 2nd, Kendra Fuller 5th, and Easton Moody 10th. We are proud of you!
![Grass Fire]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764952264/wopqyyl2owklfzzlgncp/grassfire2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764952264/wopqyyl2owklfzzlgncp/grassfire2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764952264/wopqyyl2owklfzzlgncp/grassfire2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764952264/wopqyyl2owklfzzlgncp/grassfire2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764952264/wopqyyl2owklfzzlgncp/grassfire2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764952264/wopqyyl2owklfzzlgncp/grassfire2.jpg","width":2048}])
The Dayton Fire Dept. responded quickly to a grass fire near our Dayton Grade School playground.
![Oregon SkillsUSA State Champions!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764959539/ayet6hsukshba94j1yrq/Culinary_25.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764959539/ayet6hsukshba94j1yrq/Culinary_25.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764959539/ayet6hsukshba94j1yrq/Culinary_25.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764959539/ayet6hsukshba94j1yrq/Culinary_25.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764959539/ayet6hsukshba94j1yrq/Culinary_25.jpg","width":1440}])
Our Dayton High School Culinary program earned state champion honors in the Oregon SkillsUSA competition. Excellent showing for a brand new chapter/ program!
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Updated supply lists for students in entering grades kindergarten through fifth grade. Thank you to our amazing P.T.S.O. for purchasing some of our supplies for the 2025-2026 school year.
Join us for our spring performance: Could You Hug a Cactus? Showtime is May 20th at 6:30pm in the Dayton Grade School gym/ cafeteria.
Today we chat Safety and Security with our "Maintenance Man" Robert Osburn, and Maintenance Director Otto Rice.
We learn more about their history at the Dayton School District and their experiences in emergency services. Otto and Robert share how they work with our committees to improve the facilities and how they built a team with trust and high expectations.
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buried-treasure/id1710448023
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buried-treasure-dsd
![Episode 32 - Ashley Brown]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743000503/dodaytonk12org/betzu9el6v2egmjyv6qx/AB-podcast.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743000503/dodaytonk12org/betzu9el6v2egmjyv6qx/AB-podcast.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743000503/dodaytonk12org/betzu9el6v2egmjyv6qx/AB-podcast.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743000503/dodaytonk12org/betzu9el6v2egmjyv6qx/AB-podcast.jpg","width":1170}])
In this episode we meet Ashley Brown. Ashley has been with the school district since 2022. She currently an instructional assistant at the Dayton Junior High in the Special Education Department.
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buried-treasure/id1710448023
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buried-treasure-dsd
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Kindergarten Registration Night
Thursday, April 24
3:30 - 6:30PM
Grade School Cafeteria
Annette shares how infrastructure, planning, and budgets play a vital role in developing a vibrant community. We learn more about the on-going construction in our downtown core, and, together, we dive deeper into the vision of building a community hub.
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buried-treasure/id1710448023