Good grades and good attendance earned Thomas Terrell, a senior at David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center, a free car in Thursday’s 8th annual “In It To Win It” event. Upon winning the car, Thomas chose to give it to his younger sister, Jamese Easterling, a freshman. Jamese took home a 2005 Toyota Camry that was completely refurbished, repaired and …
Graduation: Caps & Gowns
Many have posted that students who meet all the requirements to graduate, but who cannot afford caps and gowns, are being denied the opportunity to participate in graduation. The Dayton Public Schools would never prohibit a student who qualifies for graduation to not participate. If financial assistance for purchasing caps and gowns is needed, the student just needs to contact …
Ponitz students restoring car for annual “In It To Win It” event
Students in the Automotive Program at David H. Ponitz CTC are working to restore a 2005 Toyota Camry. The car will be raffled off and given away to one lucky student at the annual “It To Win It” event held during the last week of school. In It To Win It has been held for the last 8 years. Each …
DPS Holding Pi Day Math and Literacy Night for Families
WHO: Dayton Public Schools WHAT: Pi Day Math and Literacy Night WHEN: Monday, March 14, 2022 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. WHERE: David H. Ponitz CTC 741 Washington St. Dayton, OH 45402 INFO: The district’s first Pi Day Family Math and Literacy Night will be held on March …
Earn college credits in high school for free through College Credit Plus
College Credit Plus (CCP) is a program that provides students with the opportunity to earn college credit during high school for free. In place of regular high school classes, students can take college courses and earn credits that can be transferred to colleges and universities after graduation. CCP provides an academic experience that will enhance students’ college and career readiness …
Dayton Fire Department Seeking Students 16+ for Fire Recruitment Exam in March
The Dayton Fire Department is seeking students 16 or older to take the Fire Recruitment Exam in March. The exam is a personality-based assessment to gauge suitability for the position and would be an excellent opportunity for students to find out if a career as a firefighter would be right for them. The sign-up form for the exam will open …
Athletic Field Renovations
The Dayton Public Schools continue to upgrade and update the facilities and grounds for each of our buildings. A very significant project this year is to update our athletic fields and practice areas. In an effort to get this work done, community activities, as well as DPS activities on these fields and tracks, will need to be stopped while work …
Notice Re: High School Busing Quadrants
As with elementary and middle school student busing, students are bused within quadrant for high school. The only exception applies to students attending David H. Ponitz CTC, Meadowdale CTC or Stivers School for the Arts. Students who attend one of these specialty schools are eligible for out-of-quadrant busing, if busing is needed. Additionally, students with an IEP that requires busing …
DPS Summer Food Program to begin July 6th
Media Contact: Alex Kincaid Writer and Content Specialist amkincai@daytonpublic.com For Immediate Release Children 18 and under are eligible to receive free meals throughout the summer through the Dayton Public School District’s Summer Food Program. Beginning Tuesday, July 6, 2021, breakfast, lunch and a snack will be available in various churches, summer camps, as well as schools that are holding summer …
DPS senior wins car in 7th annual “In It To Win It” event
Contact: Alex Kincaid Writer and Content Specialist amkincai@daytonpublic.com Good grades and good attendance earned Brionna Watts, a senior at David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center, a free car. Watts, a Culinary Arts student, won a 2013 Dodge Avenger in Friday’s “In It To Win It” drawing. Ponitz students earn tickets for making the honor roll or having perfect attendance each …