Davidson Academy

The Davidson Academy community is made special not only by its students, but by the families who help make this such a meaningful place to learn and grow.

A Davidson Academy parent recently surprised staff with this incredible homemade sourdough loaf featuring the Academy logo, a thoughtful gesture that reflects the kindness and connection that make this community so unique.

It’s the everyday moments of generosity, encouragement, and partnership that help make the Davidson Academy such a special place.

Learn more about the Davidson Academy community: https://www.davidsonacademy.unr.edu/

🎉 Davidson Academy students earned international recognition at the DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Atlanta!

Five students were recognized on stage for their outstanding competition performances against top students from around the world:

🏅 Aadi Patwa — Exam Medalist, Hospitality and Tourism Team Decision Making
🏅 Shruthi Inamdar — Exam Medalist, Roleplay Medalist, and Entrepreneurship Series Finalist
🏅 Liam McCall — Exam Medalist, Hotel and Lodging Management Series
🏅 Arhan Achi — Exam Medalist, Quick Serve Restaurant Management Series
🏅 Harry Park — Roleplay Medalist and Top 10 Finalist in Retail Merchandising Series

Congratulations to these students and the entire Davidson DECA chapter on an incredible showing at ICDC! 👏

Read more: https://bit.ly/3PeC2Ur

Historic results for Davidson Academy at the National Science Bowl in Washington, D.C.! 🧪🏆

Davidson Academy’s High School team made school and national history with a remarkable 2nd place finish out of 68 of the nation’s top teams, earning $5,000 for Davidson Academy, individual awards, and the opportunity to meet with the U.S. Secretary of Energy.

Davidson Academy’s Middle School team also delivered an outstanding performance, finishing in the top 12 nationally and earning 2nd place in the Cyber Challenge.

Congratulations to these exceptional students, and thank you to coach Mr. Guisti for his leadership and dedication.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4wqkZQ7

Congratulations to Davidson Academy student Ethan Chan for winning the High School Division at the Nevada State Scholastic Chess Championships on April 25! ♟️

With this achievement, Ethan will represent Nevada at the 2026 Arnold Denker Tournament of High School State Champions in Grand Rapids, Michigan this August.

Big congratulations to Davidson Academy student Rowan!

After being selected as a 2026 United States Senate Youth Program State Alternate for Nevada, Rowan recently spent the day in Carson City, meeting the Governor’s Chief of Staff, touring the Nevada Supreme Court chambers, and exploring the State Capitol and Legislature.

We’re proud to see Rowan’s leadership and commitment to public service in action!

Looking for trusted guidance on supporting gifted students?

The Davidson Gifted Perspectives series brings together expert insights on topics like 2e learners, acceleration, homeschooling, and social development—designed to help families feel informed and supported. 💡

Explore the full video series: https://bit.ly/3OKzey6

Unschooling can offer a flexible, student-driven approach to learning, but it also comes with important considerations for families. 📚

For gifted students, this path may allow for deeper exploration of interests and more personalized growth. At the same time, finding the right balance of support, structure, and guidance is key.

This Davidson Gifted Perspectives video explores what families should know when considering or navigating unschooling. 🎓

Watch here: https://bit.ly/4cjwdhj