Alumni Spotlight: John Hulsizer
"Your future is yours to create, and the only thing that can stop you is yourself. Be happy with yourself because that is the bedrock of being happy in whatever you choose for your life."
Dear Davis County Families,
With profound sadness, we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Elias Steffen, beloved son of Kyle and TaNisha and cherished brother of Everleigh and Leo. As many of you know, the Steffen family has faced an incredibly difficult journey with Elias’s health. After exhausting all possible options, they have had to say goodbye to their beloved son and brother.
There are no words to fully express the depth of this loss, and our hearts go out to the Steffen family during this unimaginable time. As a school community, we know that grief touches each of us differently, and our children may have questions or emotions they struggle to understand.
If you are looking for ways to support your child in processing this loss, here are a few suggestions:
- Use simple, honest, and age-appropriate language.
- Encourage them to ask questions and answer as best you can.
- Let them know their feelings—whether sadness, confusion, or even anger—are normal and valid.
- Remind them they are not alone, and that our school community is here to support them.
Our school counselors and staff are available to support both students and families during this difficult time. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you or your child need guidance or a listening ear.
Out of respect for the Steffen family’s privacy, we kindly ask that everyone allow them the space they need as they navigate this heartbreaking loss. In particular, we ask that students refrain from asking the family about Elias's passing while at school. School can be a place of comfort and routine for them, and giving them the opportunity to engage in their day without difficult conversations will be an important part of their healing. Your quiet support, thoughts, and prayers mean so much to them.
In the days ahead, let’s continue to come together as a community, offering love, strength, and compassion to one another.
Fifth grade started learning about space systems this week! Their goal is to discover why the moon sometimes appears during the day, and other times with the stars in the night. They started by doing an experiment to track the sun's position in the sky by measuring shadows.
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Due to weather – Davis County Schools will have a Virtual Learning Day on Wednesday, March 5. There will be no in-person classes on Wednesday. Students should complete assignments as directed by their teachers.
Let's talk about the weather! 6th graders are learning why it doesn't rain, snow, or hail all the time. They conducted an experiment to show that air has force and to see the effects of it.
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It is CTE Month, a month to celebrate Career and Technical Education! We have two CTE teacheres that are also alumni of DHCS. Our first spotlight is on Michelle (Huggins) Johnson! She teaches business classes at DCHS among other duties!
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Time to update your calendars! March 7 will now be a regular school day. This date was previously scheduled as a professional development day, but will now be used as a day for student learning. Stay warm and drive safe, Mustang Community!
Due to hazardous road conditions, Davis County Schools have cancelled classes for Thursday, February 13.
Due to the incoming winter storm, Davis County Schools have cancelled classes for Wednesday, February 12.
Due to hazardous road conditions, Davis County Schools have cancelled classes for today, Thursday, February 6.
Wednesday, February 5 - Due to incoming weather, Davis County Schools have cancelled classes for today.
Due to road conditions, Davis County Schools will have a 2-hour delay on Thursday, February 6.
Happy National School Counseling Week to our Alumni Spotlight, Danielle Harris!
Next up, we spotlight Caitlin Kilburg and her excellent advice for students.
Our Project Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum allows students to complete computer science projects. In 8th grade PLTW project, students chose to make night-time, wearable safety gear. In 7th grade PLTW, students competed in a robotics drag race that they built and programmed - see photos.
Due to extreme weather conditions, Davis County Schools will have a 2-hour delay on Tuesday, January 21.
With National Pharmacist Day earlier this week, we are highlighting Mylo Wells, owner at Wells Hometown Drug!
Please register at your earliest convenience so that we may prepare. We look forward to sharing with you on January 28th!
"We are the first generation to raise digital natives — kids who’d rather text than talk. And, let’s be honest, it’s hard. In fact, surveys reveal that technology is the number one battleground in homes today. Screens have seeped into every corner of our kids’ lives, and many of us are trying to navigate this unpaved parenthood road alone.
That’s where we come in. Screen Sanity is an international nonprofit that equips parents to be mentors and guides so kids grow up happy and healthy in an increasingly digital world. We offer a variety of tips, tools and trainings, all designed to help families maximize the benefits of technology while minimizing the harmful side effects. Join us in creating a world where kids are captivated by life, not screens." - ScreenSanity.org
We kickoff 2025 Alumni Spotlights by honoring the newly retired, Dave Davis!
Please register for this event at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSciEbr9DWyfi36Rr7d04Qv-rLHMNVQmZ9LG2iH44J1EUK8nTg/viewform
Is your family in need of a little screen-life balance? Save the date of January 28th for our Screen Sanity Parent Night, an event that will equip you with tools and techniques for raising happy, healthy kids in an increasingly digital world.
