Enter for a chance to win a VIP parking spot for select school events throughout the 2026-2027 school year. VIPs will have parking spaces reserved at events like Back to School Night, Holiday Shoppe, Movie Night, Band/Chorus concerts, and more.

Tickets start at just $50 each, and here’s the best part: the more you buy, the better your odds of winning! Purchase one ticket for $50, two for $75, and 3 for $100.

**Nine (9) VIP parking spots will be available via the purchase drawing. All families who purchase an Early Bird PTO Membership will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a VIP parking spot to use at pre-determined events throughout the school year. Must purchase by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1.**

Pre-order your 2026-2027 DES Gator Gear today and show your Gator pride all year long with our brand-new collection! Preorders will be available for convenient pickup at Sneak-a-Peek or Back to School Night.

Thank you to Stefanie Hayes for help designing this year’s shirts.

Don’t miss out - our Early Bird PTO Membership Drive is now open! Whether you're renewing or joining for the first time, this is your chance to support our school community and make a difference for students and teachers. Only $25 if you purchase by 11:59 p.m. on September 1.

Click here to join! If you are joining for the first time, you must first register for the website. If you are renewing from last school year, you must first login to your account.

[To complete the required forms, hover over 'My Account' on the right side of the PTO's website and select 'My Forms/Paperwork'. Questions about registering? Contact VP Communications, Nicole Desrochers]

Gator Gear Volunteers

Interested in getting involved this year? First up, we’re looking for volunteers to help sell Gator Gear at New Family Orientation, Sneak-a-Peek, and Back to School Night. Learn more and sign up here.

Kindergarten Welcome Wagon

Help us welcome the newest class of gators to DES by volunteering during the Kindergarten Welcome Wagon on August 24 and August 25. Kindergarteners and their families will be welcomed by PTO volunteers who will help check them in for teacher conferences, direct them where to go, answer questions, and provide welcome gifts and refreshments. 

We are in need of morning and afternoon volunteers both days; exact times will be provided once released by the main office. Sign up here.

Are you interested in volunteering at DES? All volunteers must complete either a Commercial Background Check or a Fingerprinted Supported Background Check through Anne Arundel County Public Schools. 

What's the Difference?

Commercial Background Checks are required for all volunteers without one-on-one unsupervised or unrestricted access to students. (Ex. helping at class parties, being a guest reader, chaperoning day time field trips, volunteering at the Book Fair, etc.). There is no cost for completing this background check, it will last two years, and usually takes about three weeks to be processed. Click here to complete the background check. 

Fingerprint Supported Background Checks include a Commercial Background Check and are required for volunteers that may have one-on-one unsupervised or unrestricted access to students (drown proofing volunteers, overnight field trip chaperones, regular club volunteers, etc.). Completing a fingerprint supported background check through AACPS costs $63 and will last your student's entire uninterrupted school career in the county. (This check will also stay in tact for any younger siblings that are not yet school age.) If you would like to schedule a Fingerprint Supported Background Check, please contact the AACPS Fingerprint Office at 410-222-5045. 

To find out more information about volunteering in Anne Arundel County Public Schools visit this website.

The PTO will hold a Fingerprint Event in September at DES! More information will be coming soon on how to sign up.

We're looking for local businesses to join our 2026–2027 Davidsonville Elementary School PTO Corporate Sponsorship Program!

When you become a sponsor, you're not just promoting your business; you’re investing in our students, teachers, and school community. Your support helps fund classroom resources, educational enrichment, family events, teacher appreciation, and so much more throughout the year.

With sponsorship levels starting at just $150, there's an opportunity for businesses of every size to get involved. Sponsors receive valuable recognition through PTO events, our website, Gator Blast newsletter, social media, and more, depending on sponsorship level.

Ready to get started or know a local business that loves supporting schools?  Reach out to VP of Fundraising, Alison Moser, to learn more and sign up today!

AACPS has sent emails to all families to ensure that they have the most up-to-date contact and safety information on file for your student(s). 

An email with directions on how to access your child’s form have been sent to the email address on file for Contact 1, the primary contact. If you have not received an email yet or do not have an email address on file, please reach our DES Administration for support. 

The Emergency Card Verification Form can be accessed online here.

Please use the link below to visit AACPS Family Link to find out about upcoming events, important dates, and school community resources going on this month! 

https://aacps.edurooms.com/newsletters/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-august-2026