Delavan-Darien School District
Recent News About Delavan-Darien School District
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Walworth County Districts: White students were most represented ethnicity in 2023-24 school year
The most prevalent ethnicity in the Walworth County districts' student body in the 2023-24 school year was white, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
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Community unites to support Ronald McDonald House with generous donations
Jaelyn, a member of the Delavan-Darien community, chose to celebrate her birthday by giving back.
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Darien Elementary hosts hands-on fire safety lesson for third graders
Third graders at Darien Elementary School recently participated in a fire prevention lesson.
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Delavan-Darien boys soccer advances to WIAA state tournament
The Delavan-Darien Boys Soccer team has secured a place in the WIAA State Tournament following a hard-fought 1-0 victory.
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Halloween night draws over 1,500 attendees at DDHS
Over 1,500 people attended the Halloween Community Engagement Night at DDHS.
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Delavan-Darien's Mark Kibler honored as Packers' High School Coach of the Week
Mark Kibler, head coach of the Delavan-Darien Comets, has been named the Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week.
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Seniors nominated for U.S. Presidential Scholarships at local school board meeting
At a recent school board meeting, several seniors from DDHS and DD Tech were recognized as nominees for the 2024-2025 U.S. Presidential Scholarships. The event highlighted the students' hard work and achievements.
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BMX No Hate Tour promotes anti-bullying message at DDHS
Our DDHS students recently attended the BMX No Hate Tour assembly, an anti-bullying campaign. The event featured impressive stunts and delivered important messages about addressing mental health issues and bullying. The assembly encouraged students to "flip the script on the haters" and focus on self-improvement.
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Comets volleyball team wins first-ever conference championship
Last night, Thursday, October 10, the Comets volleyball team secured their first conference championship in school history by winning the Rock Valley - Valley Division Conference. The team's success marks a significant milestone for the program.
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Delavan-Darien School District announces no school on October 18
There will be no school for students in the Delavan-Darien School District on Friday, October 18. The district encourages students to enjoy the long weekend and take the opportunity to relax and recharge. Classes will resume on Monday, October 21.
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DDSD wins Kunes Dunk Tank Battle 2024
DDSD has been declared the winner of the Kunes Dunk Tank Battle for 2024. The event, which saw significant participation and enthusiasm, was marked by community support and lively engagement.
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Parent-teacher conferences scheduled for October 15 at local schools
DDHS, DD Tech, and Phoenix Middle School families are reminded to mark their calendars for the upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences. These conferences will take place next Tuesday, October 15, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. This event provides an opportunity for parents to connect with teachers, discuss their student's progress, and ask any questions they may have. The schools express anticipation in welcoming families during this time.
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Early release and parent-teacher conferences set for October 17
Turtle Creek and Darien Elementary families are reminded to mark their calendars for Parent-Teacher Conferences scheduled for Thursday, October 17. The conferences will take place from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
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DDHS to honor Hall of Fame inductees on October 20
The 2024 DDHS Hall of Fame ceremony will honor inductees Dennis Logterman, Alex Riegert, Tim Carmin, Erik Zipp, and Bob Dahl. The event is scheduled for Sunday, October 20 at the Rosewood Dinner Theater.
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DDSD expresses gratitude to sponsors for successful 2024 homecoming
A huge thank you to all of our 2024 DDSD Homecoming sponsors! Your support and generous donations made this unforgettable week possible. We couldn't have done it without you! From the entire #CometNation family, we are so grateful for everything you’ve done to make this Homecoming one to remember. We already can’t wait for next year—mark your calendars!
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DDSD announces early release for all students on September 27
A two-hour early release has been scheduled for all DDSD students on Friday, Sept. 27. This adjustment will allow students and community members to participate in the homecoming festivities that afternoon. Buses will drop off students two hours earlier than their usual times.
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Phoenix Middle School receives special recognition from WSMA
Phoenix Middle School has been recognized by the Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA) for its exceptional participation in WSMA's programming. This distinction underscores the quality of the school's music program and the opportunities it offers to students.
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Geneva National awards top scholarship to Delavan-Darien Technical School graduate
Colin Szczap, a 2024 graduate of Delavan-Darien Technical School and youth apprentice at Geneva National, has been awarded the highest scholarship from the GN Member’s Club. The award was presented during the Geneva National Member-Staff Classic awards ceremony on Sunday, August 25th.
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Delavan-Darien School District announces homecoming week events for September 2024
The Delavan-Darien School District will host its Homecoming Week from September 21 to September 28, 2024. The theme for this year is "Reach for the Stars," and the event will feature a series of activities designed to foster community spirit and celebrate alumni.
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DDHS & DD Tech announce freshman orientation for August 27
Freshman orientation for the Class of 2028 at DDHS and DD Tech is scheduled for Tuesday, August 27. The event will allow incoming freshmen to meet their teachers, receive their schedules, explore clubs and sports options, and socialize with peers.