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Anchor Down Weekly - April 27, 2026

Posted Date: 04/27/26 (10:38 AM)


⚓Elementary Anchor Down Weekly⚓

Your weekly guide to staying informed and connected at Danbury Local Schools

April 27, 2026
Elementary Gold Medals

Elementary Planning Hub

This Week

  • Wed. April 29 - PTCO Flower Fundraiser pick - up 3:45-5:30
  • Wed. April 29 - 5th Grade Science State Testing
  • Wed. April 1-Thurs. April 30 - Preschool Registration for our current preschool students.

*Spring sports schedules have been posted see here
 

Important Updates & Reminders

From Nurse Holzaepfel:

💊Medication Reminder💊

Please pick up your child’s medication from the school nurse. For safety reasons, medications should not be sent to or from school with students. Any medications remaining after May 22, 2026 without prior arrangements will be disposed of.

To schedule pickup, contact Mrs. Allison Holzaepfel, MSN, RN at holzaepfela@danburyschools.org
or by phone/text.

Looking Ahead to 2026–27
Per school policy, all medications must be in their original container and accompanied by a signed guardian form. Prescription medications also require a physician’s signature. Forms are available on the school website (RX and OTC).


✏️State Testing Reminder✏️
Students will be taking Ohio State Tests over the next several weeks. Please plan for your child to be present and encourage them to do their best—getting a good night’s sleep and eating a healthy breakfast can help!

Testing Dates:
  • 5th Grade Science: April 29

Open Enrollment Information
If you do not live within the boundaries of Danbury Local School District and wish to attend Danbury Local Schools for the 2026/2027 school year (next year), please complete and return the linked form along with 1 current proof of residency as soon as possible, but no later than May 1, 2026. Many times open enrollment approval is based on a first come, first serve basis. We suggest that you apply early. You must reapply each year.

If you have chosen to discontinue open enrollment to Danbury, please call Melissa Maringer at 419-798-5185 ext 1062.

🖍️Kindergarten Round-up🖍️
Our annual Kindergarten screening will take place on Friday, May 8 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. for students that will be attending Kindergarten in the fall that are NOT currently enrolled in our preschool. A reminder that to be eligible for Kindergarten, a student has to be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026. All interested parents must call the school office at (419) 798-4081 to schedule this appointment. Call the Elementary Office with questions.
 

Laker Look-Ahead

  • Tues. May 5 - Spring Music Program
  • Tues. May 5 - K-12 Art Show
  • Fri. May 8 - Kindergarten Round Up
  • Fri. May 8 - 5:30-6:30 Father-Daughter Dance (father or very important person)
  • Fri. May 8 - 7:00-8:00 Mother-Son Bingo (mother or very important person)
  • Tues. May 12 - 5th Grade Band Parent Information Meeting 6:30 p.m.
  • Fri. May 15 - Last Day of Preschool
  • Fri. May 15 - 4th grade Wax Museum
  • Mon. May 18 - Field Day
  • Tues. May 19 - Preschool Graduation
  • Thurs. May 21 - Last Day of School

Celebrating our Lakers

April SERVICE Core Value Honorees

We're excited to announce our 2025-26 honorees for the Danbury Core Value of “Service." This year's honorees are: 
  • Chelsea George (2nd Grade)
  • Avery Wilson (7th Grade)
  • Charley Lenthe (12th Grade)
  • Mr. Ron Ossovicki (Elementary Music Teacher) & Mr. Denny Coles (Head Custodian)
Thank you and congratulations to all of our Service honorees and also to everyone who was nominated! 
 

🎓 Countdown to Graduation: Senior Spotlights!

We’re officially counting down to graduation by celebrating a member of the Class of 2026 each day through our Senior Spotlight series on Facebook!

Each spotlight shares a glimpse into their journey—their accomplishments, favorite high school memories, future plans, and what makes Danbury special to them.

We invite you to follow along each day on Facebook as we honor and uplift our graduates on their journey to graduation. Be sure to check in daily, leave a comment, and help us celebrate the Class of 2026!
 

5 County Art Show Awards

The 5 County Art Show was held over the weekend at Oak Harbor High School. Schools from the surrounding counties participated. The following is a list of award winners from Danbury High School and Middle school:

High School
Paige Corbin HM Drawing Colored Pencil Objective
Paige Corbin 1st Drawing Colored Pencil Figurative/Port Clinton Artists Award
Breanna Evans HM Mixed Media
Anelia Jenkins 2nd Drawing Ink 
Bella Vancleve 3rd Drawing Ink
Paige Bradfield 1st Tempra Objective
Payton Neer 3rd Mosaics
Derek Salamon 1st Paper Collage
Vik Skeans HM Paper Collage
Breanna Evans HM Paper Collage
Marian Sandvick HM Paper Collage
Eli Knight HM Drawing Pencil 

Middle School
Kenzie Quine HM Drawing Pencil Figurative
Alison Lucas Drawing Colored Pencil Figurative
Veronica Gilbert Drawing Oil Pastel Figurative
Veronica Gilbert Painting Figurative
Veronica Gilbert Runner Up Best of Show 

Community Connections

Ottawa County Community Day

Ottawa County Community Day May 2nd. For more information click this link!
 
PTCO Fundraiser pick up map

PTCO Flower Fundraiser Pick Up

Pick up is from 3:45-5:30 in the Norton Center parking lot behind the football stadium on Wednesday, April 29th. Please be prepared to pick up all the flowers your child sold and deliver to the recipients.
 

Norton Athletic Center Community Use Schedule

The Norton Center indoor walking track and multi-purpose floor (not hardwood floor) are available to all community members on the following dates/times:

Start Date: Mon. April 6, 2026
End Date: Thurs. April 30, 2026

Monday-Thursday: 9:00-11:00 a.m. & 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Laker Spring & Summer Camps & Clinics

DANBURY LADY LAKER BASKETBALL
SUMMER YOUTH CAMP
📅 May 26-28
📍 High School Gym
👧 Girls in Grades 3–6 (School year 26-27)
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Emphasis on fundamentals and team concepts
📝Registration & $35 payment due by 5/21/26 - Forms were sent home 4/21/26, copies are available in the Elementary Office
📞 Questions: Coach Miller (419) 656-3915

DANBURY LAKER BOYS BASKETBALL SUMMER YOUTH CAMP
Youth Camp
📅 May 26–28
📍 Norton Center / High School Gym
🏀 Boys Grades 3–5 (School year 26-27)
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
➡️ Arrive 15 minutes early
Build skills. Have fun. Get ready for the season!
📝 Registration & $35 payment due by 4/24/26
📧 Questions: Email Coach Diebler: dieblerK@danburyschools.org

Helpful Links

School Links:
School Tools:
  • ParentSquare - our District-wide communications platform, download the app for quick and easy comms!
  • Final Forms - our one-stop platform for student registration, forms and athletic forms
  • Schoology - Used in grades 4-12 for digital assignments, grades and general day-to-day communications. Click here to create your parent account.
  • ProgressBook - our official gradebook of record in grades K-12. Check here for an overview of current and past report card grades. Information here may be up to 1 week behind Schoology.
Community Links: