What's Happening at DPS?

Our Mission

To equip our students to achieve success in a global society by implementing an effective and rigorous curriculum with fidelity.

5 stars

5 STAR PRESCHOOLS

All of our preschools are rated 5-stars by the Ohio Department of Education.

technology

1 TO 1 TECHNOLOGY

We have one-to-one technology; a Chromebook is available to every student.

college credit plus

COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS

Students can earn college credit for free in high school. Dedicated students can even earn an Associate Degree.

improvement

CONTINUED IMPROVEMENT

The District was awarded 5 Stars in Gifted Value Added by the Ohio Department of Education.

DPS News

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Winter Community Meetings

November 27, 2023

Dr. David Lawrence, Interim Superintendent, will be hosting a series of community meetings throughout December and January. December 7th – Belle Haven December 13th – Stivers January 11th – Westwood January 18th – Horace Mann Parents and community members are invited to attend. All meetings will be held from 6-7 p.m...

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Thanksgiving Break Activities for PreK-2nd Grade

November 15, 2023

DPS is excited to offer Thanksgiving Break activities for our students in PreK through 2nd grade! These are designed to help students continue to learn over the holiday break. Pre-K Activities Kindergarten Activities 1st-2nd Grade Activities If you have trouble accessing the links for the 1st and 2nd grade students,...

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COVID-Relief Spending Report: October 2023

November 13, 2023

Over the last few years, the Dayton Public School District has received COVID-relief funds from the federal government. These funds, often referred to as “ESSER” funds (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) or “ARP” funds (American Rescue Plan), have been used to keep students and staff safe duri...

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Dayton Public School District Restarts Student Senate

November 2, 2023

The Dayton Public School District has restarted the Student Senate, a group of student representatives from each high school who will meet once a month throughout the 2023-2024 school year. Tommy Nichols, a 12th grade student at Meadowdale CTC will serve as President, and Aneya Ward, a 12th grade student at Thurgood...