DDHS SUN Community School
What is SUN:
SUN stands for Schools Uniting Neighborhoods.
It’s a community schools initiative that operates in partnership with local school districts, counties, cities, and community-based organizations. The SUN program’s goal is to turn schools into community hubs that support students, families, and the surrounding neighborhood beyond the regular school day.
Here’s what DDHS SUN Schools offer:
• Academic support: Homework help, tutoring, and enrichment programs.
• Recreation and enrichment: Clubs, sports, arts, and leadership activities.
• Family engagement: Workshops, classes, and events for parents and caregivers.
• Social services connection: Access to food, housing, and other essential resources.
SUN School Program Goals
• Improve student outcomes: Enhance academic achievement, attendance, behavior, and other essential skills that support healthy development and long-term success.
• Strengthen family engagement: Increase parent and family involvement in student learning and school activities.
• Build community partnerships: Expand collaboration with community organizations, local businesses, and volunteers to support student growth.
• Foster agency collaboration: Strengthen coordination among school districts, government agencies, and community-based organizations.
• Maximize community resources: Improve the use of public facilities and services to benefit students, families, and neighborhoods.
2025 -26 Program Dates:
Fall Oct 6th – December 4th
Winter January 12th – March 5th 2026
Spring April 6th – May 28th 2026
Please note that other partners and agencies in DDHS may start before or after these dates.
• After-school programs – All Students must register for an after school program. SUN office is located in the North Room 121
• Quality instruction, enrichment, and extra-curricular activities
• Many sites have on-site food pantries (David Douglas High School Thursday from 3-5 pm)- DDSD Food Resources
• On-site school-based health clinics
• Adult education
• Parent and family activities and events – DDHS Events Calendar
• View Community Partner directory
MFS Food Pantry THURSDAYS 3:00PM – 4:30PM
David Douglas High School Aquatic Center
13030 SE Taylor Ct, Portland OR 97233
The location is different from the main campus on 135th Ave. Please use the address listed above.
Closed 9/4, 10/16, 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 3/26