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Elementary Anchor Down Weekly - May 11, 2026

Posted Date: 05/11/26 (05:35 PM)
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⚓Elementary Anchor Down Weekly⚓

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

May 11, 2026
Elementary Gold Medals

Elementary Planning Hub

This Week

  • Tues. May 12 - 5th Grade (SY 2026-27) Band Parent Information Meeting 6:30 p.m. in band room.
  • Tues. May 12 - 1st grade field trip to Imagination Station
  • Thurs. May 14 - 3rd grade field trip to Lyme Village
  • Thurs. May 14 - 6:00 PM - Parent Meeting for PYAL summer golf (ages 10-15) in the cafeteria.
  • Fri. May 15 - Last Day of Preschool
  • Fri. May 15 - 4th grade Wax Museum 9:00-11:00 AM - Elementary Gym
  • Fri. May 15 - Core Value Assembly 2:00 PM - HS Gym

*Spring sports schedules are posted here
 

Important Updates & Reminders

4th Grade Wax Museum - Friday, May 15th 9:00-11:00 AM

Families are invited to attend. Please check in at the Elementary Office.

Danbury Little Lakers Preschool
Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is open on Final Forms. Our preschool registration is a "first come, first serve" process, timely registration is vital to ensure your child's placement in the AM or PM class.

Vaccination & Free Physical Night
In collaboration with the Ottawa County Health Department, we will host a Vaccination & Free Physical Clinic on Wednesday, May 20 from 3:00–5:00 PM in the Norton Center.

This clinic will provide free physicals for all Danbury students. Families will also have the opportunity to obtain required immunizations for Kindergarten, 7th grade, and 12th grade.

Required forms are listed below for families to complete in advance to bring to the clinic. Physical copies will also be available at the clinic; however, please note a parent/guardian must be present to provide a signature if completing forms onsite.

Get Ready for the 2026–2027 School Year!
Save Time & Money on Back-to-School Shopping!
Danbury Elementary’s popular Back-to-School Supply Kit program is back for the 2026–2027 school year! Skip the crowded stores and complete your child’s school supply shopping in just minutes.
How to Order
and enter our school code:
School Code: 200849
Be sure to enter:
  • Your student’s name
  • Your student’s NEXT YEAR’S grade level (so kits are labeled correctly)
You can also add optional accessories such as:
  • Backpacks
  • Headphones
  • Lunch bags
  • Water bottles
  • Food jars
Once you check out, your student’s supply kit will be individually labeled and delivered directly to the school before the new school year begins.
Why Families Love the Supply Kits
✔ Teacher-approved supplies from the official school list
✔ Trusted brands including Crayola, Elmer’s, Expo, Fiskars, Sharpie, Ticonderoga, and more
✔ Convenient online ordering from your phone or computer
✔ Affordable pricing with no extra shipping fees
✔ Saves time, money, and multiple shopping trips
2026–2027 Supply Kit Prices
  • PK: $36
  • Kindergarten: $74
  • 1st Grade: $54
  • 2nd Grade: $60
  • 3rd Grade: $60
  • 4th Grade: $64
  • 5th Grade: $58
  • 6th-8th Grades: $65
Thank you for supporting our students and teachers! We look forward to seeing everyone next school year!

Important End of Year Message from Nurse Holzaepful

Immunization Requirements
All newly enrolled students must provide vaccination records or a written exemption to the school office or nurse. Required vaccines for kindergarten include: DTP, Polio, Hepatitis B, MMR, and Varicella.

Vaccines are available during our May 20 Vaccination & Free Physical Clinic (3-5pm in the Norton Center), through the Ottawa County Health Department (419-734-6800) and some local providers/pharmacies (age and insurance restrictions may apply).

Hearing & Vision Screenings
Basic screenings are provided at school for students in grades K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11 to help identify potential learning barriers. These are not a substitute for a professional exam. If you have concerns, please seek a full evaluation—I’m happy to help connect you with providers or resources if needed.

Health Needs at School
If your child has medical needs such as medications, allergies, or treatments, please reach out. I will work with you and your child’s teacher to ensure they are safe, supported, and ready to learn.

Mobile Dental Clinic
A mobile dental clinic visits Danbury once or twice per year. Participation is optional. If your child already sees a dentist regularly, services may not be covered by insurance. Enrollment is available online, and consent remains on file for 12 months. https://mobiledentists.com/

💊Medication Reminders💊

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)

Laker Look-Ahead


  • Mon. May 18 - Field Day
  • Tues. May 19 - Field Day (Rain Date)
  • Tues. May 19 - Preschool Graduation 6:00 PM Auditorium
  • Wed. May 20 - Vaccination & Free Physical Clinic @ 3 - 5pm (Norton Center)
  • Wed. May 20 - Danbury HS Lady Lakers Volleyball Camp registration form and payment due.
  • Thurs. May 21 - Danbury HS Lady Lakers Basketball Camp registration form and payment due.
  • Thurs. May 21 - PYAL Golf registration form and payment due.
  • Thurs. May 21 - Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:30

Celebrating our Lakers

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Safety first — and fun, too! 🚒🚓⚓🐾

Our Danbury Safety Town was packed with hands-on learning, important safety lessons, and unforgettable experiences for our Kindergarten Lakers — all made possible through the incredible coordination of Sergeant LaMarca & Nurse Allison Holzaepful and the support of our outstanding community partners.

A huge, heartfelt thank you to the U.S. Coast Guard, Danbury Township Fire Department, Danbury Township Police Department, Laura de Roziere, our Kindergarten, maintenance and custodial crew, and everyone’s favorite four-legged officer, SRO dog Kalahan, for helping create such a meaningful and engaging day for our students!

From fire and water safety to animal care and personal wellness, our kindergarteners learned valuable lessons, built confidence, and strengthened connections with the people who help keep our community safe every day. T

Waves of Change Start Here

On May 8th, our sixth grade students participated in a beach cleanup at Magee Marsh where they joined hundreds of other people to help kick off the Biggest Week in American Birding. Our students collected 67 pounds of marine debris while living out our core value of service! This is the first of two beach cleanups as they will be cleaning up East Harbor State Park Beach this Thursday! #Service
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Setting the Pace. Shattering Records. Laker Proud!

A season of milestones and championships continues for our Lakers as both our Middle School and High School athletes make their mark across the track and field season.

On the MS boys side, history was made across multiple events. Rylan Rakosky set a new personal and school record in the discus, while Valo Lewis delivered a standout performance, breaking the 400-meter dash record and earning championship honors in both the 400-meter and high jump. Levi Uhinck added to the energetic record-breaking momentum with a new 1600-meter run record. In throws, Jayden Ihnat claimed the SBC River Championship in boys shot put. Capping off an incredible meet, the MS Boys Track Team secured the 2026 Sandusky Bay Conference River Division Championship.
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On the high school girls side, our lady lakers showed grit, with Emma Redett earning championship honors in the 800-meter run at the Oak Harbor Invitational, while Taytum Benyak captured the championship in the shot put, continuing a strong tradition of excellence in the field events.

Congratulations to all of our athletes and coaches on an outstanding stretch of competition—one defined by focus, effort, and results across the board!

Beyond the Lab

Today, students in our Anatomy & Physiology and Medical Terminology classes toured the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences Human Anatomy Lab and Plastination Museum. The visit also included a bonus behind-the-scenes tour of the university’s microscopy facilities. It was an exciting day of interactive learning for our students!

May Croghan Colonial Bank Athletes of the Month

Help us celebrate Miranda Ertsenian and Logan Lucas for their nomination as Croghan Colonial Bank's Athletes of the Month for May! Your dedication and drive continue to raise the bar—Laker proud! #Excellence #Leadership

Community Connections

Norton Athletic Center Community Use Schedule

The Norton Center is closed for public use. Outdoor track is open.

Laker Spring & Summer Camps & Clinics

BASKETBALL YOUTH CAMPS:
Danbury 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
📞 Questions: Coach Miller (419) 656-3915

Danbury Boys Basketball Summer Youth Camp
📅 May 26–28
📍 Norton Center / High School Gym
🏀 Boys Grades 3–5 (School year 26-27)
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📧 Questions: Email Coach Diebler: dieblerK@danburyschools.org

PYAL Summer Girls Basketball Clinics
📅 T & TH in June
📍 High School Gym or Elementary Gym
👧 Girls in Grades 3–6 (School year 26-27)
⏰ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Fliers were sent home 5/8/26. See flier here
📞Questions: Jen Steinbrick 440-668-4305

VOLLEYBALL YOUTH CAMPS
Danbury Laker Volleyball Summer Youth Camp
📅 July 13-15
📍 High School Gym/Norton Center
👧 Girls in Grades 3–6 (School year 26-27)
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📝Registration & $35 payment due by 5/20/26 - Forms were sent home 5/6/26. Click here for form
📞 Questions: Email Coach Diebler: dieblerK@danburyschools.org

GOLF YOUTH CAMPS
PYAL Summer Golf
📅 Varies - June - August
⛳ Boys and Girls in Grades 4–10 (School year 26-27)
📝Registration and $75 payment due by 5/21/26, copies sent home 5/11/26.
Fliers were sent home 5/8/26. Click here for form
📞Questions: Jeff Hatfield 216-906-0499

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: