WELCOME TO DANVILLE ELEMENTARY!

Danville Elementary serves students in grades PK4–5 in a safe, supportive, and community-focused environment. With small class sizes, team teaching, and strong volunteer involvement, we’re able to meet each child’s individual needs while encouraging academic and social growth. We also offer year-round programs and services that support families both inside and outside the classroom.

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A NOTE FROM
PRINCIPAL EARHART

My name is David Earhart and I am happy to be serving the Danville Community as the Elementary Principal. As an educator, my passion has always been to create a unique learning environment where every student feels welcomed, valued, and is given the capacity to grow both academically and socially. Being originally from Burlington, I am familiar with the Des Moines County area and am thrilled to give back to the area in which I grew up in. Core to my beliefs as a principal are to be a leader of service, learning, and change. As a school, we serve our community by meeting the diverse needs of our students and families on a daily basis. Learning is our central focus and must always be meaningful and engaging for both staff and students. Finally, as a leader of change, it’s important that we constantly reflect on our practices so that we are always moving forward with a student-first mindset to make beneficial changes within our building that will promote growth for all.

My journey in education began at Quincy University where I majored in education and played baseball. Upon graduating from there, I’ve had the opportunity to teach middle school social studies at multiple schools in southeast Iowa. Not only was I a teacher in those buildings but also served on district leadership teams while also coaching baseball and basketball. Alongside me each step of the way has been my wife Brittany who has been my main support system throughout my journey. Together we have two boys, Wyatt and Walker.

When I was hired here at Danville, one of the main things people talked about was how much the staff cares about their students. As I walked the halls here for the first time, the level of passion, commitment, and dedication to student success was, and still is, very clear and evident. As the principal of the Elementary, I am committed to ensuring that our school continues to display high levels of passion and care for our student’s education. My goal is to see every student make growth each year through high quality instruction and providing students with unique experiences. Communication and community involvement are also a vital aspect of our students' success. If you ever have any questions for me or would like to become more involved with our school, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Principal David Earhart
david.earhart@danvillecsd.org
319.392.4221