Link to YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@daviscatalystcenter-offici5017/streams
Davis Invest Nest FINALS @ 7 PM
Davis Catalyst Center, 1265 Sportsplex Dr, Kaysville
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
10 high school students compete for $17,500 in business grants, "Shark-Tank" style. 💰🦈
- 1st Place: $10,000
- 2nd Place: $5,000
- 3rd Place: $2,500
Organized by a Catalyst student business team: Thomas Hunt, Owen Williamsen, McKenna Hills and Max Brenchley.
@investnest.davis #wherestudentslead @capsnetwork #professionbasedlearning
@investnest.davis #wherestudentslead CAPS Network #professionbasedlearning Davis School District
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Hello to our Catalyst Families, Community, & Partners!
Please join us on Tuesday evening, April 21, for our final Catalyst Showcase Night! During this open house event from 5-7 PM, students and teams will be here to present the many projects and products they have been creating for this semester/year. This is a wonderful opportunity to see their creativity, professionalism, innovation and growth in action.
The Catalyst Cafe will be open for dinner, treats, and snacks! Remember that they take credit or debit card only.
We are excited to celebrate the achievements and hard work of students from all of our awesome high schools across the district, and hope to see you there!
Warmly,
The Catalyst Center Team
1265 Sportsplex Drive, Kaysville
In this intermediate/advanced Al Engineering course, students dive deep into the rapidly growing world of artificial intelligence through hands on, project-based learning. Using open-source tools and NVIDIA powered local hardware, students will build and customize their own Al agents, experiment with training small language models, and explore how modern machine learning systems are developed in real world environments. Along the way they'll gain experience with ethical Al use, responsible deployment, and problem-solving techniques used by today's industry professionals.
Whether students are interested in programming, data science, or emerging tech careers, this course provides the practical skills and creative challenges needed to begin engineering intelligent systems of their own.
- Course Length: Semester (additional semesters available with instructor approval)
- Prerequisite (ONE of the following with a C or better): Computer Programming, Computer Science Principles (AP/CE preferred), Cybersecurity, or Intro to AI
- Industry Certifications: AWS Certified AI Practitioner
- University Credits Available: Coming Soon
- Class Fees: TBD
Questions? Call us at 801-402-4100 or visit https://catalyst.davis.k12.ut.us/ for general information, or apply at https://catalyst.davis.k12.ut.us/o/cace/page/apply-now
Everyone plays a role in helping children have healthy and positive childhoods.
Positive Childhood Experiences occur when children experience safe, stable nurturing relationships and environments.
#stpatricksday☘️
#stpatricksday2026☘️🌈🎩
#luckoftheirish🍀🌈💰🪙🪙🪙
Congratulations Juan! 👏🏼 We've pictured some of the beautiful pages filled with 150+ yummy recipes from "The Noble Art of Cooking," now available in digital, paperback, or hardback form. 📚 There's an entire section dedicated to some of Juan's favorite recipes from the Tiffany Vogeler's Catalyst kitchen. And if you love pizza, Juan shares the technique of hand-tossed Italian pizza recipes from the famous Brad Goodwin, our counselor!
👉🏽 Visit Juan's IG page to purchase, or find it here on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Nobile-Arte-Della.../dp/B0GSDL6Y1Q...
#italiancooking #ItalianFood #culinaryartsstudent #culinaryarts #chefinthemaking
@chefcito_juan @daviscatalyst @davisschools @utahcte @capsnetwork
1265 Sportsplex Drive, Kaysville, from 5:30-7:30 PM
Small group tours will begin at 5:30 and run every 30 minutes. Guests are also welcome and encouraged to explore the Catalyst on their own. Prospective students and their families are invited to learn about the Catalyst and the CTE pathway offerings.
Click here for a PDF of a Self-Guided Tour document: https://aptg.co/vqkTGx
(also available on hour home page gallery, in person, or in the news article link below)
Student ambassadors will be available to answer questions and give a student-to- student perspective on each Catalyst pathway. The Catalyst Café will be open, only cards are accepted.
Please contact the Catalyst office if you have questions, at 801-402-4100.
News article and self-guided tour document: https://catalyst.davis.k12.ut.us/o/cace/article/2659080
👷🏼♂️👷🏽♀️💪🏽 We had the privilege of having many members of the Utah Masonry Council come out to the Davis Catalyst Center today to teach our Construction Management students how to lay brick and block. Starting with the basics, they learned how to lay a foundation of mortar and build a small wall, and then how to clean it up. A huge thanks to all of these instructors and industry partners who came out and taught two classes today! 🧱 ...oh, and Jeremiah Allen shows off his "perfect wall!" 🏆😉😎
@utahmasonrycouncil @utahcte @CAPSnetwork
#professionbasedlearning #constructionmanagment #masonry
America is turning 250 — and our students have something to say.
Davis School District is hosting Voices of a Nation: Student Perspectives on 250 Years of America, a districtwide speaking event aligned with America 250 Utah.
Students from every school and grade level are invited to apply to deliver an original speech about America’s past, present or future.
Selected students will receive mentorship and take the stage on May 4, 2026, at the Davis Instructional Services Center in Layton. The event will be professionally produced and live streamed for the community.
You don’t have to be famous to have something worth saying.
Take the mic. Share your idea. Be part of the story.
Applications due March 18.
Apply at Davis School District America 250 Student Speaking Event
Date: Tuesday, April 6th, 2026
Enjoy: Buffet-style food, from chicken wings, onion rings, mac 'n cheese, cheese bites, to assorted desserts, with soft drinks!
Location: Davis Catalyst Center, 1265 Sportsplex Dr., Kaysville
Get your tickets by scanning the QR code or visiting https://dsdgive.net/event/7130
Tickets are $15 for students and $25 for adults
#MarchMadness #WatchParty #NCAABasketball
#professionbasedlearning #culinaryarts #businessandmarketing
Pictured: UAS Drone Pilot students enjoy flying on a crisp January morning with their instructor, Brian Clancy.
There are three UAS/Drones courses:
- Introduction to Drones + FAA Unmanned Pilot Certification
- Drone Maintenance + 3D Design/Printing in Aviation
- Aerial Photography and Videography + UAS Capstone
Beginning Fall 2026 we will also feature a new "Engineering Capstone" course, with instructor Kael Harris.
This newest engineering course will bring us to a total of 17 "CTE Capstone" courses:
* Aspiring Educators
* Audio Production
* Business, Marketing, & Entrepreneurship
* Construction Management
* Culinary Arts
* Cybersecurity (CS)
* Drones (UAS)
* Engineering Capstone (Fall 2026)
* Game Development (CS)
* Graphic Design
* Medical Assisting
* Pharmacy Tech
* Physical Therapy Introduction
* Pilot & Aviation
* Software Development/Advanced Programming (CS)
* Video Production
* Web Development (CS)
#CulinaryArts #LagoonAmusementPark #ProfessionBasedLearning
Davis Catalyst
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Prospective students and their families are invited to learn about the Catalyst and the CTE pathway offerings.
The Open house will be from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM.
Small group tours will begin at 5:30 and run every 30 minutes. Guests are also welcome and encouraged to explore the Catalyst on their own.
Student ambassadors will be available to answer questions and give a student-to- student perspective on each Catalyst pathway.
The Catalyst Café will be open, only cards are accepted.
Please contact the Catalyst office if you have questions, at 801-402-4100.
Update! New metal band opening at 7 PM is now Mackarelle! @mackerelle.band
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Metal Night, featuring Shygaze and Mackarelle, as part of our monthly Catalyst Concert Series!
Friday, January 16, with doors opening at 6:30 PM and concert starts at 7 PM
Location: Davis Catalyst Center, 1265 Sportsplex Dr., Kaysville.
Tickets are $10/person, or a season ticket for $50 is also available.
Buy tickets at http://www.tinyurl.com/CCSticketing
@shygaze_ @catalystconcertseries
#MetalNight #ConcertSeries #AudioProduction #LiveMusicNight
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
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
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! 🙏💖
