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January Spirit Week

We have a spirit week January 18 to 21. Read more for details.

Covid Testing is available at Holmes every Wednesday from 1:30 to 4 pm. Use the QR code to sign up.

Attendance Reporting

Please report student absences by phone, email, or send a signed note upon student’s return. Read more for links and details.

Holmes Jr. High Winter Concerts

In person seating is limited this year, but we invite you to watch online! Read more for the live stream links.

Holmes Spirit Week

We have a Spirit Week Friday December 10 to Friday December 17. Read more for details.

Holmes Webstore

Purchase Holmes Back-to-School items online to avoid the payment line at Schedule Pick Up!

Freshmen Athletics at DSHS

Holmes Freshmen: Read more for how to participate in athletics at Davis Senior High School

Final Picture Retake Day October 14

The final Picture Retake Day is October 14. Read more for Picture Day details including the process for ordering pictures.

Holmes Spirit Week October 11-15

Join us for Spirit Week from October 11-15! Wear the appropriately themed shirt or clothing on the given days and win some amazing prizes.

Virtual Back to School Night

Back to School Night is Wednesday, September 1 from 6:30 to 8 pm on Zoom. Read more for details and links.

Welcome to the 2021-22 School Year

Read more for Schedule Pick-Up details and other helpful back to school links and information.

Becoming an Observer in Canvas

Parents, as an observer you can see your child's grades, assignments, and calendar events. Read more to find out how to sign up.

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District News

Change in Contact Tracing and Quarantine Protocols

Due to the shorter incubation period of the Omicron variant, the CDPH has revised its schools guidance regarding contact tracing and quarantine.

Superintendent Search Community Survey

The survey will be available until February 16, 2022.

Virtual Community Outreach- New STEM, Aquatic Center and CTE Bond Projects at Davis Senior High School

Virtual Community Outreach Presentation Available- Community feedback period open until Friday, February 11, 2022.

Important Changes to COVID-19 Protocols

Important Changes to COVID-19 Isolation, Quarantine and Communications Protocols

DJUSD COVID-19 Rapid Test Kit Distribution

Test kits have been distributed to our students. Please check with your student to make sure they received one and brought it home.

Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service.

December 17 - Holiday Wishes and District Updates

We wish everyone a restful and relaxing winter break.

DJUSD Adopts Juneteenth Resolution Establishing Annual Holiday

The Davis Joint Unified School District Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a resolution celebrating Juneteenth Independence Day and designating June 19, 2021, and June 19 of each year thereafter as a local DJUSD holiday

Important Communication Regarding TikTok Social Media Challenge

Davis Joint Unified School District staff were informed this week that videos are being posted on the social media platform, TikTok, encouraging students to threaten a school shooting in order to shut down school on Friday, Dec. 17.

Winter Break Meal Pickup

View meal pickup locations during DJUSD"s winter break.

Secondary Bell Schedule Review

Senate Bill 328 mandates that all Senior High School students start school no earlier than 8:30 a.m. beginning Fall 2022.

November is Native American Heritage Month

November is a time to honor and celebrate the vibrant culture, rich histories and important contributions of Native people and nations in the US.

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Calendar

Jan27

Basketball Game (8th Grade)

Basketball Game (8th Grade)

4:00PM - 6:00PM

Feb02

Holmes Covid Testing through HDT

1:30PM - 4:00PM

Feb03

Basketball Game (8th Grade)

4:00PM - 6:00PM

Feb05

Basketball YCAL Tournament

All Day

Feb07

School Counselor, Psychologist, Speech Pathologist and Mental Health Therapist Appreciation Week

All Day

Feb07

Soccer Practice starts

All Day

Feb09

Holmes Covid Testing through HDT

1:30PM - 4:00PM

Feb14

Local Holiday - No School

All Day

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Our Mission

The parents, students, faculty and support staff at Holmes Junior High are committed to the achievement of excellence in academics and all other curricular pursuits. They are also committed to the cultivation of individual abilities and talents in a supportive environment where respect for individual and group differences and for the rights of others guide behavior.