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Picture Day 2026

Picture Day is on Monday, August 31 during PE classes.

Harper Spirit Wear

Read more to order your Harper Spirit Wear. There are sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats, bags, and much more.

2026-27 Back to School Dates & Information

Read more for important Back to School information.

7th Grade WEB Orientation 2026

7th Graders, join us on August 24 for an exciting, fun-filled day to get ready for Jr. High! Read more for details.

Harper Summer Information 2026

Read more for our Harper Summer hours and information.

Harper Huskies Webstore

Support your Huskies here! Purchase items or donate to ASB or Athletics online.

Mean Girls Jr. Harper Musical

DJUSD VAPA and Harper Drama presents Mean Girls Jr. Thursday March 12 to Sunday March 15. Read more for details.

Information for the 2026-27 School Year

Our Family Information Nights are coming up in January. Read more for specific dates and details about preparing for the 26-27 school year.

District News

Celebrating our Excellence in Education Winners

We’re proud to celebrate several outstanding DJUSD educators and programs.

Updated School Site/Campus Hours

DJUSD school site hours have updated to 6:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., M-F.

Bike Safety Reminders

We encourage families to review and discuss the rules of the road and the laws that apply to traditional bicycles and electric bikes (e-bikes)/scooters.

Student Medical and Accident Insurance

The health, safety and well-being of our students are priorities for Davis Joint Unified School District. Read more to learn more about coverage options for your family...

State Superintendent Thurmond Joins us for First Day

Our first day of school included a special visit from State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond!

Welcome Back! A Message from Superintendent Best

Read more about what's in store in Superintendent Best's first message of the school year.

Reminder: Away for the Day Mobile Device Policy Starts This School Year!

More information is available on our website.

2026-27 Annual Registration Now Open

Annual Registration is now open in the Parent Portal.

A Look Back at 2025-26 and Ahead to What’s Next

As the school year comes to a close, Superintendent Best reflects on the accomplishments of the past year and shares updates on key District initiatives and priorities.

DJUSD Board of Education Moves to ‘Away for the Day’ Policy for 26-27 School Year

Read the District’s full statement.

DJUSD Earns Best Community for Music Education Award

Congratulations to our dedicated music educators and staff!

Calendar

Indigenous Peoples Day - no school

Picture Retakes

10:33AM - 11:33AM

7th grade Basketball begins

Red Ribbon Week begins

Larry Itliong Day

Native American Heritage Month

First Friday Coffee with the Principal

8:30AM - 9:20AM

Veterans Day - no school

Thanksgiving Break

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Our Mission

Harper Junior High: A Caring Community, inspiring everyone to learn, achieve and thrive.