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HS Anchor Down Weekly - May 4, 2026

Posted Date: 05/05/26 (12:17 PM)
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⚓High School Anchor Down Weekly⚓

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

May 4, 2026
DLSD Football Stadium

HS Planning Hub

This Week

  • 5/5/26 - Biology testing
  • 5/5/26 - Art show (Elementary Gym)
  • 5/6/26 & 5/7/26 - Algebra 1 testing
  • 5/6/26 - Government testing
  • 5/6/26 - Class Meetings 7:20 - 7:35am
  • 5/6/26 - Baccalaureate @ 7pm St. Joe Catholic Church
  • 5/7/26 - High School Academic Challenge tryouts
  • 5/7/26 - Underclass Awards 11:55am
  • 5/7/26 - HS Academic Challenge tryouts

LNN Episodes

  • Important senior dates here
  • Spring sports updated schedules see here
 

Important Updates & Reminders

Academic Challenge Tryouts May 7
Do you enjoy trivia, competition, or just knowing a little bit about everything? Then the High School Academic Challenge team might be for you!
Our HSAC team competes against other schools in fast-paced matches covering topics like history, science, literature, pop culture, math, and more. You don’t have to know everything—just bring curiosity and a willingness to learn.

Why join?
  • Compete with friends in a fun, team-based environment
  • Build knowledge across a wide range of topics
  • Improve quick thinking and confidence
  • Looks great on college applications
  • Helps with college scholarships 

If you’re interested in trying out or just want to learn more, please see me for details. Everyone is welcome to give it a shot!
  • Tryout Date: May 7th during learn 1 and 2 from 10:39 - 11:19 Sign up in smart pass. 8th grade, send me an email letting me know your interest and I will get information to you. 
  • Location: Mrs. Hurt’s Room 208 (upstairs)
  • Tryout info: Danbury High School Academic Challenge Tryouts 2026 - 2027
Come see what you know—you might surprise yourself!

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.

Order your Yearbook
Check your report cards for ordering instructions, or simply click the link for more information!

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 dates added
  • 5/11/26 - MS & HS Band & Choir Spring Concert @ 7 pm
  • 5/12/26 Last day of classes for Seniors
  • 5/13/26 - Skilled Trades signing
  • 5/15/26 - Senior walkthrough and graduation practice
  • 5/17/26 - Graduation @ 2pm
  • 5/20/26 - Vaccination & Free Physical Clinic @ 3 - 5pm
  • 5/21/26 - 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)

Class of 2027
Congratulations on your student becoming a senior! It’s an exciting time and vaccinations are probably the last thing on your mind, but as the school nurse I need to communicate vaccine requirements for school. Incoming 12th graders need to have two doses of meningococcal vaccine (the first one was due in seventh grade) prior to entry, as required by Ohio state law. Documentation of this vaccination or an 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 high school office or school nurse. Please contact me if you have questions.

Thank you,
Mrs. Allison Holzaepfel MSN, RN
holzaepfela@danburyschools.org

Celebrating our Lakers

2026 Prom

✨Great Gatsby Prom 2026✨

A huge congratulations to this year’s Prom Royalty!
👑Queen: Zoe Uhinck
👑King: Evan Sandvick
👑Princess: Grace McDonald
👑Prince: Ethan McDonald
What a memorable night—well deserved!
Seniors

✨Seniors & Juniors✨

Seniors celebrating their last prom at CIC - what a fun night!

Huge round of applause to Junior class and class advisors Jessica Yount & Heather Cichocki for their time coordinating and decorating!

Nine-to-Five Breakfast

Help us celebrate Oliver Cheng & Paige Lyons for being recognized at the 32nd Annual Nine-to-Five breakfast on May 1st! This event recognized 10th, 11th and 12th grade students from each Ottawa County high school who demonstrated significant improvement in their school experience from Sept (the 9th month) to May (the 5th month) hence 9 to 5. While students were honored for grit and determination, each student in turn recognized an educator, family member or mentor for their support and encouragement: Paige recognized Mrs. Jane Letterhos, and Oliver recognized Mr. Dan Nitecki as their significant person!
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Girls High School Track gets 1st place

Huge congratulations to the High School Girls Team for taking 1st place at the Danbury Quad Meet on April 28, 2026! Outstanding effort and teamwork!
PC Invitational Champion

PC Invitational Champion

Congratulations to Taytum Benyak for winning the shot put at the Port Clinton Invitational on Friday with a put of 36'6.25". Great job Taytum! #excellence
Record breakers. Pace setters. Lakers on repeat!

Record breakers. Pace setters. Lakers on repeat!

More records fall: 4x800 and 4x200 meter relays at recent meets. The standard keeps rising—and the Lakers keep setting it! Way to go, MS Boys track team!
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Congrats to our MS Boys Track team for also breaking the 4x400 meter relay and 1600 meter run at recent meets. Our Lakers aren’t just running—they’re redefining what’s possible. #AnchorDown
NYC Time Square

Lakers take on New York City

Our recent trip to New York City was an unforgettable blend of learning, culture, and shared experience for our students. From the moment we arrived, the energy of the city set the tone for an immersive educational journey. Students from the CCP LIT 1500 class explored the innovative urban design of the subway and the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and the excitement of Times Square at night. The Lakers strolled along Fifth Avenue, taking in iconic landmarks like St. Patrick's Cathedral and Rockefeller Center before entering the natural oasis of Central Park. There, they experienced some of the city’s most famous landscapes while navigating purse shopping opportunities and street hot dog vendors. A rainy afternoon was spent at the world-class Metropolitan Museum of Art, where students saw iconic artwork such as Emanuel Leutze’s 1851 oil-on-canvas painting Washington Crossing the Delaware and Monet's Water Lilies . The highlight of the trip was attending a Broadway performance of The Great Gatsby , where students saw literature come to life in a powerful and engaging way.  
Subway ride
Our trip concluded with a visit to the 9/11 Memorial, offering students a meaningful opportunity for reflection and connection to an important moment in our nation’s history. Throughout the trip, students demonstrated responsibility, curiosity, and enthusiasm as they navigated one of the world’s most dynamic cities. One of the best parts of the trip was the food, from the morning bagels to the afternoon matcha lattes, this experience not only deepened their understanding of literature, history, and urban life, but also created lasting memories and strengthened our school community. A Huge thank you to Mr. Tim Heffernan, Alecia Wunder & Kim Redfern for coordinating and showing our students around "The Big Apple!"

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
 

🎓 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

Job Opportunity!

  • Interested in a job with Kelleys Island Ferry. Click this link

  • We are excited to be re-opening the Marblehead Galley May 1st. We currently have job openings for bussers, hosts, kitchen help. Apply online @ Themarbleheadgalley@gmail.com

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: