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HS Anchor Down Weekly -Nov 2, 2026

Posted Date: 11/03/26 (07:12 AM)

⚓High School Anchor Down Weekly⚓

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

November 2, 2026
Senior sunrise

HS Planning Hub

This Week

  • Mon. 11/2 - Play tryouts 6:30 - 7p in Auditorium 
  • Tue. 11/3 - Play tryouts 3:30- 4:30
  • Wed. 11/4 - HS Student Council Meeting Learn 2
  • Fri. 11/6 - HOBY applications due (10th grade)
  • Mon. 11/9 - No School Teacher PD Day

LNN Episode 4 is now available:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYt47ns2Wkg
Winter sports updated schedules see here
 

Updates & Reminders

🎃🎨 Don't forget to check out our video of the Pumpkin Painting Competition!
See all the creativity and fun for yourself! 💙🧡

Lady Laker Golf – Open Practices Starting Soon!
Attention all High School girls interested in golf: winter open practices in the Golf Room will begin the first week of November!
  • High School Girls (Grades 9–12):
  • First Day: Tuesday, November 3
  • Schedule: Every Tuesday (unless otherwise noted)
  • 3:15 - 4:00
 

Laker Look-Ahead

*New dates added 
  • 11/10/26 - Fall Sports Awards
  • 11/11/26 - 10th grade visit Ehove
  • 11/17/26 - Class Meeting
  • 11/18/26 - Anchor My "E" Night
  • 11/25 - 11/27 - No school Fall Break

Around the District

November: Leading with Strength & Support 💙⚓

It’s hard to believe we’ve already turned the calendar to November! With a new month comes a new opportunity to focus on one of our district’s core values: Leadership.

At Danbury, leadership is about more than having a title or being in charge. It’s about the everyday choices we make — setting a positive example, encouraging others, modeling kindness, and doing what’s right, even when it isn’t always the easiest choice. We look forward to recognizing the many ways our Lakers demonstrate leadership in our classrooms, homes, and community.

We are also continuing our Sources of Strength initiative, which encourages students to recognize the positive people, relationships, and resources they can turn to for support, resilience, and overall well-being. This month, we are highlighting Family Support — recognizing the important role parents, grandparents, siblings, relatives, and other trusted family members play in helping children feel valued, encouraged, and supported.

As we move through November, we encourage families to keep the conversations going, take time to connect, and remind your children that they have people in their corner who believe in them.

Together, we can lead by example, strengthen our connections, and continue building a community where every Laker feels supported and encouraged to succeed!

Anchor Down,
Ms. Cari Buehler, Superintendent

Laker Health & Wellness

High School Laker Strength & Movement

Laker Strength & Movement is open to all students in grades 9–12—including out-of-season athletes, students who don't currently play a sport, and anyone who may be nervous about getting started.

Students will have the opportunity to:
  • 💪 Train for upcoming sports
  • 🏋️ Learn about athletic training
  • 🏃 Participate in fun fitness activities
  • 🧍 Work on posture and movement strategies
  • ⚡ Build healthier habits and more energy
When: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays | 3:15–4:15 p.m.
Starting: Wednesday, September 9
Where: Norton Center Weight Room
Bring: Gym clothes, exercise shoes, water bottle & snacks if needed.
Remind Class Code: hslak

An active physical or release form is required to participate.
No experience necessary—just come ready to move! 💙⚓

Danbury PTCO

Get Connected with PTCO!

Danbury Parent Teacher Community Organization (PTCO) is a big part of what makes our Laker community feel like a community! Through fundraising and family involvement, PTCO helps support student extracurricular activities and special opportunities throughout the district.

They also create opportunities for parents and families to connect with one another, stay connected to our schools, and have a little fun along the way—family events, celebrations and more!

Whether you’re ready to jump in, have an idea to share, or simply want to meet more Laker families, PTCO is a great place to start!

📅 Upcoming PTCO Meetings: November 11th in the Danbury High School Media Center
Monthly - second Wed. each month (check out the PTCO Facebook page below for locations and date changes!)
📱 Follow PTCO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danburyptco

Celebrating our Lakers

band

🎶💙 ONE BAND. 57 STUDENTS. AN AMAZING NIGHT! 💙🎶

On October 24, the Danbury Middle School Band joined the High School Laker Band on the field for halftime, bringing 57 talented students together to perform as one! 🎺🥁

band
What a wonderful way to celebrate the end of the marching band season and showcase the bright future of the Laker Band! 🌟
A huge thank-you to our middle school students for joining us on the field and making it such a memorable performance. We can’t wait to see what’s ahead for our Laker Band family! 💙🎶
 
Science class

BRINGING THE OCEAN TO LAKE ERIE!

Our Aquatic Sciences students got an up-close look at marine invertebrates this week! Students worked in small groups to examine the external and internal anatomy of sea stars and squid, ask questions, and discover how these fascinating creatures are adapted to life in the ocean. 🦑⭐
Science class

What a great hands-on learning experience that brings science to life! 🌊💙
 
Halloween

🎃💙 BIG KIDS, LITTLE FRIENDS! 💙

Our high school students had a fun time helping with the preschool Halloween party on Friday, October 30! 👻

Halloween
It was so much fun watching our big kids hang out with our littles, share some smiles, and help make the day extra special! 🧡
We love seeing our Laker family come together across all ages! 💙🎃

Community Connections

Norton Athletic Center NEW Community Hours

Starting November 2nd the Norton will now be open for public use. See attached flyer and our website for the calendar and more information: https://www.danburyschools.org/nac
 

🎄 Holiday Assistance Available for Danbury Township Families 🎄

The Holiday Bureau of Danbury Township is accepting applications for one-time holiday assistance for the 2026 holiday season.

Assistance is available to families residing in Danbury Township (Marblehead/Lakeside) and may include: 
🎁 Toys for children under 18
🥫 Food
🧻 Paper products
🧼 Cleaning supplies

Families experiencing financial difficulties, whether temporary or ongoing, are encouraged to apply. County guidelines apply.

How to Apply: Complete the application and mail it to:
📬 The Danbury Holiday Bureau: 2259 E. Sand Rd. Port Clinton, OH 43452
📅 Applications must be mailed by December 1, 2026.

Families requesting toys through the Salvation Army must indicate this on the application.
Please share this information with anyone who may benefit from this assistance. ❤️
For additional information, contact Judy Smolk.
 

🧥❄️ FREE COMMUNITY COAT GIVEAWAY! 💙

As the colder weather approaches, Goodwill Industries of Erie, Huron, Ottawa, and Sandusky Counties is helping local families stay warm this winter with a FREE Community Coat Giveaway!
📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (while supplies last)
📍 Goodwill Sandusky Headquarters
3911 Venice Road, Sandusky, OH 44870
🧤 Available items include:
🧥 Coats and vests
👕 Hoodies
❄️ Snow pants
🧣 Scarves and hats
🧒 Brand-new children's coats provided through a partnership with Operation Warm!
💙 Please note:
  • All recipients must be present.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Demographic information, including county of residence, will be requested at sign-in.
Thank you to Goodwill and its community partners for helping local families prepare for winter! Please share this information with anyone who may benefit from this free resource. 💙
 

💙 COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY! 💙

Are you a high school student looking for community service hours? 👋
The BackYard is looking for student volunteers to help with various activities! This is a great opportunity to give back to the community while earning service hours.
📩 Interested? Contact:
Jill Stephenson
Please share with any students who may be interested! 💙
 

We're Hiring!

If you’re passionate about supporting students and making a difference in our schools or know someone who would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you! We currently have the following positions available below - more information about the positions are available on our website:  https://www.danburyschools.org/employment

To apply for the following positions, complete the classified staff application found HERE and return to our Central Office (in-person or via email).
  • Part-time Food Services Team Member
  • Bus Driver
  • Substitute Secretaries

To apply for the following positions, click on and complete an application on our website: https://www.danburyschools.org/employment
  • Substitute Teachers & Paraprofessionals

Apply and share today to Anchor Down with us! 💙⚓

Helpful Links

School Links:
School Tools:
  • ParentSquare - our District-wide communications platform, download the app for quick and easy communications!
  • 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.
  • PaySchools - pay your school fees and cafeteria fees here!
Community Links: