First round of InvestNest is today, on January 13!
If you have or haven't signed up for the competition to win $10,000 in a “Shark Tank” style business pitch to a panel of judges, sign up ASAP.
Round one is a quick 30 second pitch on January 13th, 2026 and will be hosted at the Davis Catalyst Center. No elimination will occur in the first round and everybody who shows up will be eligible to move on to the second round where elimination will begin. The top 10 candidates will move on to the third and final round where the winners will be selected.
1st place prize - $10,000
2nd place prize - $5,000
3rd place prize - $2,500
*Note that all prizes are real cash prizes to be used towards your business, and will be via check (NOT SCHOLARSHIP).
Please sign up for a time slot here and show up at the Catalyst Center on the 13th at the time you select: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DADAE2AA1FBCF8-61281592-investnest
Now is the time to start coming up with a business idea! Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity.
Davis Catalyst Center - 1265 Sportsplex Dr, Kaysville, UT 84037
If you have or haven't signed up for the competition to win $10,000 in a “Shark Tank” style business pitch to a panel of judges, sign up ASAP.
Round one is a quick 30 second pitch on January 13th, 2026 and will be hosted at the Davis Catalyst Center. No elimination will occur in the first round and everybody who shows up will be eligible to move on to the second round where elimination will begin. The top 10 candidates will move on to the third and final round where the winners will be selected.
1st place prize - $10,000
2nd place prize - $5,000
3rd place prize - $2,500
*Note that all prizes are real cash prizes to be used towards your business, and will be via check (NOT SCHOLARSHIP).
Please sign up for a time slot here and show up at the Catalyst Center on the 13th at the time you select: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DADAE2AA1FBCF8-61281592-investnest
Now is the time to start coming up with a business idea! Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity.
Davis Catalyst Center - 1265 Sportsplex Dr, Kaysville, UT 84037
🎆 So great to have students back for the 2nd Semester at the Catalyst Center! 🎇 Happy 2026! 🎉
We have a lot of new students and it was fun to welcome them back this last week! Our Drone Pilot, Drone Maintenance, and Drones Capstone class is officially up and running again, with the wonderful addition of Brian Clancy to our Catalyst Team, and we'll officially launch an Engineering Capstone class this Fall 2026!
#professionbasedlearning #wherestudentslead #cte #newyear #happy2026
@CAPSnetwork
Hello Catalyst Families!
Welcome to second semester at the Davis Catalyst Center! Whether you are new to Catalyst or returning, we are excited to have you with us and to continue providing the best profession-based learning in the state of Utah. Our primary goal is to help students grow academically and professionally while developing the durable, real-world skills that will serve them well into the future.
Below are a few helpful reminders as we begin the semester:
Transportation:
While students are allowed to drive to and park at the Catalyst Center, buses are provided to and from each high school, and we strongly encourage students to take advantage of this free transportation. Our bell schedule is aligned with traditional high schools to ensure students can arrive on time to all of their classes. Bussing information can be found here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:95548c4a-7d12-44e8-99cf-4fafc47119cc
Dress Code:
As we focus on developing professional skills, we strive to create an environment that closely resembles a workplace. While we do not enforce a strict dress code, we ask that students dress appropriately for their day and, at minimum, do not wear shorts. Each program will review its specific expectations, but these general guidelines help establish consistent professional standards across the center.
Attendance:
As a profession-based learning center, much of our instruction is project-based, making daily participation essential. Please do your best to ensure students attend every day so they can fully engage in these projects. If a student misses multiple days, a Student Success Coordinator or administrator will reach out to the student and family to ensure appropriate support is in place.
Thank you for being part of the Catalyst Center! We’re excited to get started tomorrow! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 801-402-4100.
All the best,
Tim Allen
Director
Davis Catalyst Center
Welcome to second semester at the Davis Catalyst Center! Whether you are new to Catalyst or returning, we are excited to have you with us and to continue providing the best profession-based learning in the state of Utah. Our primary goal is to help students grow academically and professionally while developing the durable, real-world skills that will serve them well into the future.
Below are a few helpful reminders as we begin the semester:
Transportation:
While students are allowed to drive to and park at the Catalyst Center, buses are provided to and from each high school, and we strongly encourage students to take advantage of this free transportation. Our bell schedule is aligned with traditional high schools to ensure students can arrive on time to all of their classes. Bussing information can be found here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:95548c4a-7d12-44e8-99cf-4fafc47119cc
Dress Code:
As we focus on developing professional skills, we strive to create an environment that closely resembles a workplace. While we do not enforce a strict dress code, we ask that students dress appropriately for their day and, at minimum, do not wear shorts. Each program will review its specific expectations, but these general guidelines help establish consistent professional standards across the center.
Attendance:
As a profession-based learning center, much of our instruction is project-based, making daily participation essential. Please do your best to ensure students attend every day so they can fully engage in these projects. If a student misses multiple days, a Student Success Coordinator or administrator will reach out to the student and family to ensure appropriate support is in place.
Thank you for being part of the Catalyst Center! We’re excited to get started tomorrow! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 801-402-4100.
All the best,
Tim Allen
Director
Davis Catalyst Center
Happy Holidays Catalyst Family!
On Friday, December 19, the Davis School District will have an early out for all schools. This means our schedule will look a little different that day. Catalyst will use the following schedule:
1st and 2nd 7:45am – 9:45am
3rd and 4th 10:15am – 11:45am
Buses will run similar to a regular school day and still be there for pick up and drop off at each high school.
Thank you so much for such a great semester! It has been a joy for us to get to know your kids and see the incredible work they are capable of. It has been incredible to watch them and see them grow.
Have an incredible holiday break and very Merry Christmas!
Tim Allen
Director
Davis Catalyst Center
On Friday, December 19, the Davis School District will have an early out for all schools. This means our schedule will look a little different that day. Catalyst will use the following schedule:
1st and 2nd 7:45am – 9:45am
3rd and 4th 10:15am – 11:45am
Buses will run similar to a regular school day and still be there for pick up and drop off at each high school.
Thank you so much for such a great semester! It has been a joy for us to get to know your kids and see the incredible work they are capable of. It has been incredible to watch them and see them grow.
Have an incredible holiday break and very Merry Christmas!
Tim Allen
Director
Davis Catalyst Center
Today eleven DECA students from the Davis Catalyst attended and competed at the DECA Northern Region Competition. Elaine Fuller won a medal for top test score. Logan Bair and Carter Allen placed 3rd for Sports and Entertainment Team. Sariah Allen placed 1st for Hospitality and Tourism. The DECA team will compete at State in February.
#DECA #DECAgotheextra #GoTheExtra
#wherestudentslead
In November our student leadership teams in FCCLA, DECA, and TSA, all collaborated on a Food Drive. Just before Thanksgiving they were able to deliver them to North Davis Junior High with the help of our Construction Management students. Then at NDJH April and Joleigh from the Catalyst were able to help Steve and Kassidy put food kits together, to pair up with a turkey, and handed them out to families who were in need of food assistance this Thanksgiving. 🦃
Grateful for our motivated students and for all the Catalyst students, families, and staff who donated! 🙏💖
Next Saturday!! Get your tickets in our bio! 👀
It's the event of the year, so be there! 🎄🎅
It's the event of the year, so be there! 🎄🎅
Breakfast with Santa tickets are discounted if you buy them online today, as part of our Catalyst Showcase & Next Steps Night!
Tickets bought TONIGHT are 10% off as part of our Catalyst Showcase, 5-7 PM tonight at the Catalyst Center (1265 Sportsplex Dr., Kaysville)
Use the QR code or visit the Breakfast with Santa site for the ticket link at: https://breakfastwithsanta.catalystweb.dev
TONIGHT ONLY! 🎅
Tickets bought TONIGHT are 10% off as part of our Catalyst Showcase, 5-7 PM tonight at the Catalyst Center (1265 Sportsplex Dr., Kaysville)
Use the QR code or visit the Breakfast with Santa site for the ticket link at: https://breakfastwithsanta.catalystweb.dev
TONIGHT ONLY! 🎅
Catalyst Families, Community, & Partners,
Please join us on Tuesday, December 2nd, for our Catalyst Showcase Night!
During this open house event from 5:00–7:00 PM, students will present the innovative, real-world projects they have been working on throughout the semester. This is a wonderful opportunity to see their creativity, professionalism, and growth in action.
Additionally, we will have industry partners upstairs in our Next Steps Night sharing insights about their fields and highlighting the powerful connections between education and industry here at the Catalyst Center. Families will have the chance to meet partners, learn about current collaborations, and explore future opportunities for students.
We are excited to celebrate our students’ hard work and can’t wait to see you there!
Warmly,
The Catalyst Center Team
Please join us on Tuesday, December 2nd, for our Catalyst Showcase Night!
During this open house event from 5:00–7:00 PM, students will present the innovative, real-world projects they have been working on throughout the semester. This is a wonderful opportunity to see their creativity, professionalism, and growth in action.
Additionally, we will have industry partners upstairs in our Next Steps Night sharing insights about their fields and highlighting the powerful connections between education and industry here at the Catalyst Center. Families will have the chance to meet partners, learn about current collaborations, and explore future opportunities for students.
We are excited to celebrate our students’ hard work and can’t wait to see you there!
Warmly,
The Catalyst Center Team
🎄Christmas Blanket Drive 🎁 Please help donate store-bought blankets or fleece fabric. ❄️
Hi! My name is Savannah Hulse. I am running a blanket
drive alongside the Davis High Hope Squad. All
proceeds received will be donated to the Teen Living
Center and the Davis High School Teen Center.
Donations will be given to teens in need as a Christmas
gift. Any help you can give will make it a special
Christmas! Thanks! For any questions, contact the
Catalyst Center at 801-401-4100.
Donations will be accepted through
December 19 in the Davis Catalyst Center Office (1265 Sportsplex Dr., Kaysville).
Hi! My name is Savannah Hulse. I am running a blanket
drive alongside the Davis High Hope Squad. All
proceeds received will be donated to the Teen Living
Center and the Davis High School Teen Center.
Donations will be given to teens in need as a Christmas
gift. Any help you can give will make it a special
Christmas! Thanks! For any questions, contact the
Catalyst Center at 801-401-4100.
Donations will be accepted through
December 19 in the Davis Catalyst Center Office (1265 Sportsplex Dr., Kaysville).
Breakfast with Santa
Join us for our family friendly Breakfast with Santa!
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM!
Enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere, festive flavors, and a special visit from Santa himself!
Menu Includes (Gluten-Free Option Available):
French Toast Casserole
Breakfast Potatoes
Choice of Bacon or Sausage
Fresh Fruit Salad
Savory Quiche
Juice and Hot Chocolate
Specialty beverages available for purchase.
*Children tickets will also receive a goodie bag.
More details at our Breakfast with Santa web page, or at the link tree in our IG bio: https://breakfastwithsanta.catalystweb.dev/index.html
Join us for our family friendly Breakfast with Santa!
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM!
Enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere, festive flavors, and a special visit from Santa himself!
Menu Includes (Gluten-Free Option Available):
French Toast Casserole
Breakfast Potatoes
Choice of Bacon or Sausage
Fresh Fruit Salad
Savory Quiche
Juice and Hot Chocolate
Specialty beverages available for purchase.
*Children tickets will also receive a goodie bag.
More details at our Breakfast with Santa web page, or at the link tree in our IG bio: https://breakfastwithsanta.catalystweb.dev/index.html
Is your 4-year-old starting kindergarten next year?
Waterford UPSTART is a no-cost online program that helps your child build
reading, math, and science skills—in just 15 minutes a day!
Enroll now: http://signup.waterford.org/davisschooldistrict25
#KindergartenReady #EarlyEducation
Waterford UPSTART is a no-cost online program that helps your child build
reading, math, and science skills—in just 15 minutes a day!
Enroll now: http://signup.waterford.org/davisschooldistrict25
#KindergartenReady #EarlyEducation
Congratulations to Mr. Eric Scholer, our our Graphic Design teacher at the Davis Catalyst Center, for being recognized as the Utah ACTE Teacher of the Year for Work-Based Learning!
Mr. Scholer's class serves high school students from the 11 DSD high schools, and helps students to use their skills in creating products and creative design solutions for individuals and businesses in our area. This collaboration with industry partners to create profession-based learning experiences for students.
His approach ensures that students gain practical skills and knowledge that are directly applicable to the workforce. Eric's use of the Adobe suite empowers students to be creative while focusing on real industry projects, thereby enhancing both student and teacher success.
Eric Scholer has demonstrated remarkable innovation in CTE through his unique approach to teaching graphic design. By integrating the Adobe suite into his curriculum, he enables students to work as professionals on actual projects for actual clients and businesses, fostering creativity and practical skills. This collaboration with industry partners creates profession-based learning experiences, which are a testament to his innovative mindset. Additionally, Eric's efforts to secure Adobe licenses for all secondary students in Utah, by inviting his own students to present how they use industry-standard software to the the Utah state legislature, highlights his forward-thinking approach to ensuring that students have access to the best tools and resources used in industry. His innovative teaching methods not only enhance student learning but also prepare them for successful careers in the digital arts and media industry.
Through his leadership, Eric has significantly contributed to the advancement of CTE and the creation of enhanced opportunities for students. Congrats Mr. Scholer! 🏆
#GraphicDesign #WorkBasedLearning #ProfessionBasedLearning #WhereStudentsLead @CAPSNetwork #CAPSNetwork #utahCTE #CTE @utahcte
Our Student Project Showcase is coming up on Tuesday, December 3rd, from 5-7 PM!
Students and families can come explore careers with industry leaders in several fields upstairs, while also doing a self-guided tour around the Davis Catalyst Center to meet with dozens and dozens of students to see their industry/capstone projects!
Businesses interested in meeting with students as future employees, scan the QR code and join us, or call 801-402-4100, and ask for Natalie Stromberg! We have room for a few more.
#utahbusinesses #utahbusinessesowners #davischamberofcommerce #utahbusinesswomen #professionbasedlearning #WhereStudentsLead
Get ready for a holiday celebration like no other!
Join us for a festive family event, including a special visit from Santa!
Tickets are available now at the link: https://davisk12ut.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/2497
