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Back to School 2026

The 2026-27 School Year is right around the corner! 

Beginning July 20, 2026, all returning families must log in to Skyward Family Access and complete the 2026-27 School Year Paperwork. This annual process ensures we have the most current transportation, health, and emergency contact information for your student. Completing this information as early as possible helps us prepare for a smooth start to the school year and provides the best support for students and families.

In addition to completing the online paperwork, please review the following information as you prepare for the upcoming school year.

Student schedules will be released at 4 p.m. on August 6 for students whose 2026-27 School Year Paperwork has been completed. Newly registered students are not required to complete this paperwork.

Once schedules are available, students should carefully review them and check for any errors. Students and families in grades 9-12 who wish to request a schedule change must attend one of the schedule change sessions listed below. Schedule changes will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis in the high school cafeteria on the following dates. 

  • August 11, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  • August 13, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
  • August 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

New student tours are on August 18, from 3 to 4 p.m.  and on August 19, from 12-1 p.m. Registration is not required for a tour. Just stop in. 

Chromebooks 
Again this year, DHS has Chromebooks available for students to use. Chromebooks are checked out every year and cannot be borrowed day-to-day. To help avoid long lines and wait times, you can reserve a Chromebook for your student(s) in grades 9-12 while completing your back to school paperwork in Skyward. New in 2026, students in grades 7 and 8 must use a school-issued Chromebook while in school. Personal devices or hotspots are not allowed for students in grades 7 and 8. Students who have reserved a device through the 2026-27 School Year Paperwork can pick-up their Chromebook in their advisor's room during the Open House. If you have not reserved a Chromebook for your student(s), Chromebooks can be checked out from the Help Desk, located in room 338. Students with any unpaid invoice will not be able to pick up a Chromebook until the invoice has been paid. All Chromebooks issued this year will be in a protective case. Cases are not to be removed. Please ensure your student's device has a charger and hinge cover. 

As in previous years, we recommend purchasing insurance for the device. Insurance is $35 per incident and covers any accidental damage to the device. Insurance DOES NOT cover purposeful or reckless damage, or devices, cases and/or chargers that are not returned. In addition, at Chromebook return this year, a $25 charge will be assessed if stickers and/or writing needs to be cleaned from either the Chromebook or its case. 

E-Learning Days
In lieu of school closures due to inclement weather, DHS utilizes a DHS E-Learning Plan (please review and be prepared in advance of inclement weather - Plan Ahead). 

Transportation 
Busing - families will be able to view busing information by August 27 using Skyward Family Access. Families who no longer need bus transportation should contact Stahlke Bus at 763-972-399. 

Pick up Procedures
Parents or guardians who are dropping off or picking up students from school should review and follow the procedures. Student safety is our highest priority; following these procedures will maximize our care for students and maintain safe traffic flows. 

Parking permits can be purchased for SENIORS ONLY using RevTrak at this time.  Parking permits for remaining students who are 16+ will be available on August 11. Limited spaces are available in the lower lot.   

Upcoming Important Dates 
Wednesday, August 26, High School Open House 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 
Tuesday, September 1, First day of school 
Tuesday, September 8, Picture Day 
Homecoming football game, Oct. 9
Monday, October 12, Parent/Teacher Conferences 
Monday, January 25, Parent/Teacher Conferences 
Monday, April 19, Parent/Teacher Conferences
View District Calendar.