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MS Anchor Down Weekly - May 11, 2026

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

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

May 11, 2026
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This Week

8th Grade Students will be on their class trip. Students not attending this trip should report to school for a normal school day.

LNN Episodes

Updated athletic schedules have been posted see here
 

Important Updates & Reminders

26/27 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 fill out 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.

Wed. May 20 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.

From the Tech Lab:
Reminder that any loaner Chromebooks or chargers must be returned before the end of the school year. Please check your lockers, backpacks, bookbags, cars, bedrooms, classrooms, and other nooks and crannies and return your loaners to the Tech Lab. Anyone with a loaner that is not returned by the last day of school will be charged for a lost item. Thank You!
 

Laker Look-Ahead

*New date added
  • 5/11/26 - MS & HS Band & Choir Spring Concert
  • 5/12-5/15 - 8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip
  • 5/17/26 - Graduation @ 2pm
  • 5/19/26 - Danbury Dough Auction Part I
  • 5/20/26 - Vaccination & Free Physical Clinic @ 3 - 5pm (Norton Center)
  • 5/21/26 - MS Talent Show
  • 5/21/26 - MS Trimester 3 Awards + Auction Part II; Last Day of School

Important End of Year Message from Nurse Holzaepful

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)

Dear Parents and Guardians of Upcoming Seventh Graders (26/27 school year),
It’s almost summer break and vaccinations are probably the last thing on your mind, but as the school nurse I need to communicate vaccine requirements for school. Incoming 7th graders need to have a dose of Tdap and a meningococcal vaccine prior to entry, as required by Ohio state law. Documentation of this vaccination or a written exemption is needed please.  

Vaccines are also available at FREE PHYSICAL night May 20th or make your appointments over the summer to avoid the rush in September. These vaccinations can be obtained at the Ottawa County Health Department 419-734-6800, at some primary care providers, and some pharmacies can give this vaccine too. I appreciate your effort in providing these documents to the middle school office or school nurse. Please contact me if you have questions.

Thank you,
Mrs. Allison Holzaepfel MSN, RN

Celebrating our Lakers

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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!
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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

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

June 1-30: Summer Injury Prevention & Lifting Program

WHO: Boys & Girls Middle School (Grades 7-8)
DAYS: Tuesdays & Thursdays
TIME: 9:30-10:30am

*please note MS boys and girls will be in separate groups!
*All student-athletes must have a current/valid OHSAA physical to attend

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: