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DCSD students participating in the Young Author program are being celebrated for their creativity and storytelling—so much so that the program was recently featured on the front page of The Record-Courier! Read the Article.

On Monday, May 5, 24 National Junior Honor Society students from Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School had the opportunity to visit the 82nd Nevada State Legislature. As part of the trip, students toured the historic building, met with State Senator Robin Titus, and were formally introduced on the Assembly floor by Assemblyman Ken Gray.

For the first time ever, Nevada has been selected to provide the 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree—and SES students are helping decorate it.

Watch the video and see why French at DHS is more than just a class—it’s culture in action.

DHS Shark Tank, organized by business teacher Mr. Trent Tietje, gave students the chance to pitch their original product and business ideas to a panel of local “Sharks.” Watch the Highlight Video.

DCSD’s Gifted and Talented (GT) program has grown from 47 students to nearly 190 in just three years—and the impact goes far beyond academics.
 

Carson Valley FFA has been hard at work — from hosting their annual plant sale at DHS to representing at the last Tuesday Farmers Market in Minden.

On May 30th, Mr. Dave Giorgi’s 2nd grade class at Jacks Valley Elementary planted a pumpkin patch as part of their class service project.

Across Douglas County, students have been digging deep into hands-on learning—through gardening, hydroponics, and entrepreneurship. Read the Record Courier Article.

Congratulations to the DHS students recognized as Students of the Year by the Elks Club for their achievements in academics, leadership, and service! 

Gifted and Talented students from across DCSD recently participated in the Math Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools (MOEMS)—an international competition that challenges students with complex, non-routine math problems designed to build creativity, logic, and perseverance. View the photos on Facebook.

A few favorite moments from Whittell High School’s graduation night—congratulations to the Class of 2025! View on Facebook.