Our School
June Newsletter:
Dear Families,
As we enter the month of June, we have arrived at the conclusion of the academic year. This month is dedicated to finalizing grades, celebrating our students’ achievements, and preparing our campus for the summer break. I want to thank all of our families for your partnership and dedication over the past ten months.
To ensure a smooth transition into the summer break, we ask for your assistance with our final priorities:
- Attendance: Full attendance remains mandatory through the final day of school. Vital instructional review, final exams, and material collection occur during these remaining days.
- Academics: Final grades will be calculated immediately following the conclusion of final exams. It will be important to keep up with assignments and assessments in the coming weeks.
- Actions: We expect students to maintain their focus and adhere to the expectations outlined in the Student Handbook during these final weeks to ensure a safe, focused environment for all year-end activities. Remember that personal devices must be off and away during the full school day 7:40 AM – 2:30 PM. If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call the main office at 503-261-8300.
Senior Recognition Night 🎓
On Tuesday, June 2nd we will host our annual Senior Recognition Night to honor graduating seniors who are receiving department awards, local scholarships, and institutional honors. Formal invitations were sent directly to selected students and their families.
Due to the nature of the program, this is an invitation-only event for designated award recipients and their families.
We look forward to celebrating the exceptional academic and civic achievements of these distinguished scholars.
Graduation 🎓
We are honored to celebrate the Class of 2026 with their families. Please review the details in the Graduation post on ParentSquare.
- Date/Time: Thursday, June 4th @ 7:00 PM
- Students should arrive at 5:30 PM, doors open for families at 6:00 PM
- Location: Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 300 N Ramsay Way, Portland, OR 97227
- Tickets: 10 tickets per graduate
- Rehearsal: A rehearsal will take place on the morning of graduation day at the venue.
- Buses will be available at DDHS to transport students to the rehearsal as needed, or students may get there on their own.
Student-Led Conferences 👥
A key component of our year-end evaluation process is the upcoming Student-Led Conferences. Unlike traditional conferences, these sessions place students at the center, leading the conversation by reflecting on their school year and setting goals for next year as they take ownership of their academic journey towards graduation.
Conferences will take place on Thursday, June 4th and Friday, June 5th at scheduled appointment times with students’ Advisory teachers. Please watch your email for confirmation of your conference time.
Remember there will be no school those days.
Final Exams Schedule 📝
Final exams are a critical component of semester grades. Testing, projects, and presentations will take place during the final week of school.
Monday, June 8th – Thursday, June 11th
- Final Exam Day 1
- Period 1: 7:40-9:07
- Period 5: 9:17-10:46
- Lunch: 10:46-11:16
- Final Exam Day 2:
- Period 2: 7:40-9:07
- Period 3: 9:17-10:46
- Lunch: 10:46-11:16
- Final Exam Day 3
- Period 6: 7:40-9:07
- Period 7: 9:17-10:46
- Lunch: 10:46-11:16
- Final Exam Day 4
- Period 4: 7:40-9:07
- Period 8: 9:17-10:46
- Lunch: 10:46-11:16
Chromebook and Other Materials Collection 💻📚
All school-issued Chromebooks, chargers, textbooks, and library materials must be returned prior to the end of the school year.
- Textbooks must be returned to the Book Room as soon as students are finished with them. Do not wait for the last day if possible as the line will be long.
- Chromebooks and chargers must be turned in with teachers as soon as students are finished with them. Boxes for collection will be placed in classrooms and students can sign those in as soon as they are done with their last final exam that requires a computer.
- Library books can be turned in to the Library as soon as possible. No new books can be checked out at this point in order for inventory to take place in a timely manner before summer break.
- Fees: Please note that families will be assessed a replacement fee for any lost, stolen, or damaged items.
Summer School Information 😎✏️
For students requiring credit recovery or looking to participate in enrichment programs, summer school details are being finalized. Counselors are currently reaching out directly to families of students who require mandatory credit recovery to maintain on-time graduation status.
- Dates: June 17th – July 17th (no school June 19th, July 2nd-3rd)
- Enrollment & Resources: SUMMER LEARNING HUB
June Dates 📅
- 2 – Senior Recognition Night
- 4 – Graduation
- 4-5 – Student-Led Conferences
- 8-11 – Final Exams
Thank you for an exceptional school year. We wish our graduating seniors the absolute best in their future endeavors, and we look forward to welcoming our returning students back in September. Be on the lookout for Registration information in August!
With Gratitude,
Jennifer Buscher
Principal, David Douglas High School
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