Adams Elementary

Thank you Adams community for sending in shout outs for our wonderful staff! This came in for Mrs. Lawrence - “ Thank you for being the kind of teacher every child deserves. Your patience, creativity, and kindness make a bigger difference than you’ll ever know. I am so grateful for the care and dedication you pour into your students every single day. Your passion for teaching truly shines, and it has not gone unnoticed. Thank you for believing in my child and cheering him on, and helping him discover his potential and seeing him for him and believing in his strengths. You are truly one of a kind! You don’t just teach lessons—you inspire confidence, curiosity, and kindness. Thank you for everything you do!”

Our next staff shout-out is for Mr. G - thank you for keeping all of these shout-outs coming in! "Mr. Gonzales has been wonderful in supporting my daughter both academically and in building her confidence in her abilities. He creates a fun, engaging learning environment that balances independence with accountability, allowing students to grow and take ownership of their learning.

My daughter has truly enjoyed being in his class, and we are very grateful for the encouragement and dedication he brings to his students every day."

Our shout out today is for our awesome office staff - “ The workers in the main office are truly a delight to work with. They are incredibly patient and kind with all of my children, especially my daughter, who has medical needs and often needs to call home. Anytime I need assistance, they are always willing to help with genuine care and understanding. Their warmth and dedication help create a happy, welcoming atmosphere at Adams, and we are so grateful for everything they do to support students and families.”

One more shout-out this weekend for another fabulous and caring teacher here at Adams. Ms. Phelps received a big nod - "A massive shout out Ms. Phelps! Some teachers teach subjects, but she teaches heart! She has gone above and beyond to make school a safe, happy place for our son. Her unwavering support and belief in him truly changed the trajectory of his life. We are beyond grateful for her kindness and dedication."

Wow! Thank you for all the staff shout-outs! It's awesome hearing all these amazing things about our wonderful staff. Mrs. Barney received one - "Mrs. Barney has gone above and beyond for my son and all the kids in her class. She is passionate about his education, she makes her classroom a safe place, and she cares deeply about each and every child. She treats every child equally and respectfully. I love hearing how amazing she is everyday when my son talks about his day. He has autism and is THRIVING with her as a teacher. With her the kids are excited to learn. We will forever be grateful for Mrs. Barney and the HUGE confidence boost she has given our son. Teachers like Mrs. Barney are what we love about Adams. The inclusivity, the care, the determination to make education fun, and the love for all students. Thank you Mrs. Barney!!!"

Our staff at Adams are absolutely amazing, here is another staff shout out that came in, this time for Mrs. Noriega. "I want to give a huge shout-out to Mrs. Noriega for everything she has done for my child. She is incredibly caring, patient, and warm. She creates a safe, loving environment. We are so grateful for the kindness, dedication, and genuine love she brings every single day!"

Kindergarten Priority Registration Open Now – Where Your Child’s Story Begins!

Priority Kindergarten registration for the Davis School District is officially open! Secure your child’s spot for an amazing school year ahead.

The window to complete priority registration is Jan. 14 – Feb. 27.

While you can register anytime, doing so during the Priority Registration window allows schools to accurately plan staffing, resources and class sizes for the upcoming year.

Start the Journey by completing the quick form on this webpage: https://www.davis.k12.ut.us/o/dsd/page/kindergarten-enrollment-page. After you complete the quick form, watch your email for instructions on your next step in getting your kindergarten student registered for their educational journey.

We just received another Staff Shout-Out! Thank you parents, keep those coming so we can recognize our amazing staff here at Adams! This was is for Mrs. Palmer. "We would love to give a heartfelt shout-out to Mrs. Palmer, our son’s kindergarten teacher. From the very beginning, she has shown him nothing but patience, kindness, and deep respect. As we navigate learning differences and big emotions, she has met him exactly where he is—seeing his strengths, believing in him, and loving him well. Mrs. Palmer creates a classroom where children feel safe, valued, and understood. The way she advocates for our son, supports his growth, and treats him with dignity has meant more to our family than words can fully express. Because of her, school feels like a place he belongs. We are so grateful for teachers like Mrs. Palmer who lead with compassion and remind us just how powerful a loving, respectful educator can be. Thank you for being such a light in our child’s life and in this school community."

This is wonderful - we have another Shout-Out of an amazing staff member, Ms. King. "Ms. King worked with my kid who was seriously struggling to help him identify and manage his ADHD. Her patience, regular open communication with me, and her ability and willingness to see his struggle as a struggle and not just a behavioral problem actually helped me better understand what he was handling. I feel better equipped to help him now, knowing his teacher is willing and able to see his struggle and help him build those skills."

I'm so excited to announce that we have received another Staff Shout-Out! This time for Mrs. Durrant. This parent said, "Mrs. Durrant has been so open and understanding with my child’s health concerns. She goes out of her way to ensure I am informed daily and he is provided the assistance he needs. This enables me to immediately identify and address concerns while also ensuring he receives the help needed to be successful. I know teachers are extremely busy and have so much work. The fact she still makes an effort to help him an keep me informed means the world to this stressed mom!"

We have our first parent Shout Out today from a parent in Mrs. Miller's class; this parent said, "I want to give a heartfelt shout-out to an absolutely incredible teacher. Your kindness, love, and compassion shine through in everything you do. You are so genuine, attentive and fully engaged with your students, and it’s clear how deeply you care about each child’s growth and development—not just academically, but emotionally and socially as well. The safe, nurturing, and encouraging environment you create allows every student to feel seen, valued, and supported. As a parent, it means the world to know my daughter is guided by someone so patient, caring, and genuinely invested in helping her—and all of her classmates—thrive. Thank you for the heart you bring to teaching and for making such a meaningful impact on your students’ lives. My daughter loves her teacher and we are truly grateful for you."

If you want to Shout Out one of our many amazing staff members at Adams, please do so here - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=dPKcPX5U9UqN3gGmNuC2B-8TKtNYROZOg6CiQpAikh1UMDFVQ0RTRzVVOEwzQVpXTEc1VDlXM0hMSC4u

Happy Holidays! Our students sure had a fun day celebrating the holidays and enjoying each other's company! We hope you have a fantastic break, are safe, and make some amazing memories! See you January 6!