Week 4: DHS Weekly Update

September 25: No School - Yom Kippur

September 26: School Pictures & NHS tutoring Center Opens

September 27: Senior Post-Secondary Planning Night at 6 p.m.

October 2-6: Spirit Week & Senior Seminars

October 3: Students ½ day. Staff PD

October 4: School Committee Mtg @ Town Hall

October 5: DHS Open House

Tomorrow is picture day at DHS! All students will have their pictures taken for their school ID. Pictures are also available for your purchase, by using the link and the code below.

https://schools.lifetouch.com/?#utm_medium=email&utm_source=ExactTarget&utm_campaign=PPD_F23_Pr1_US&utm_content=logo

Picture Day ID: EVTCF9JFZ

English I Grade 9: Students in Mrs. Jacques’ class practiced writing sample thesis statements and voted to see which group had the best thesis statement for each topic!

The tutoring center will open in room A212 during X-block on Tuesday, September 26. The Tutoring Center is open during X-block on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Parents, teachers, and students can request peer tutoring help in almost all academic subjects. If you want a referral form or have questions, please contact Carol Margolis at cmargolis@dedham.k12.ma.us or Liz Hellman at ehellman@dedham.k12.ma.us.

We ask that parents and students read through/make themselves familiar with our handbook. After doing so, please use this form to sign off on reading the handbook.

As we only have one nurse at DHS this year, the Health Office is closed from 1-1:45 for lunch. During the lunch break, the nurse will remain in the building and handle emergencies and pre-planned medication visits.

The Parent Connections is hosting welcome-back breakfasts this week! Breakfasts will be in the cafeteria from 6:30-7:45 a.m. The schedule is as follows:

College Planning Workshop

On Wednesday, September 27th, please join the DHS Counseling Team and 3 college admissions representatives from UMass Lowell, Curry College, and Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology, for a virtual webinar open to all Senior students and families.

This workshop will explore post-secondary options, the college admissions process, and conclude with an interactive Q+A session with all panelists.

We are looking forward to this Senior event!

Date: Wednesday, September 27th

Time: 6:00-7:30pm

Zoom Link:

https://dedham-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/94937713982

College Admissions Visits at DHS

College Admissions Representative Visits at DHS will begin on Tuesday, September 19, during x-block in the cafeteria. Seniors can sign up through Flex Time to attend. Below is a list of schools visiting the month of September. Visits will continue through November. This is a great opportunity for students to connect with an admissions counselor, learn more about a school, and ask questions.

September 26 @ 9:45am

September 26 @ 9:45am

September 28 @ 9:45am

This year, field and gym cameras are filming all of our athletic contests at DHS! Information on how to subscribe to the viewing service is available here: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/dedham-high-school-dedham-ma

Marauder Weekly Athletic Schedule

Fridays are staff spirit days!

REMINDER! Have You Paid Your Technology Fee?

DHS & DMS families who have not yet paid their annual Technology Fee will begin receiving reminder phone calls this week. The annual technology fee covers licensing, service and warranty costs for student chromebooks. An online form for each student must also be completed. Click here for fee details and form link.

Playground & Fields Reminder

A friendly reminder that all Dedham Public Schools fields and playgrounds are closed for public use during the school day! We also ask that our furry dog friends are not allowed on school grounds, fields or playgrounds to ensure student safety.

Have you seen the new track and turf installed at DHS? This was an important project to ensure that the field was in good condition and safe for our student athletes.

Have a Student Who Loves Sports?

Follow DHS athletes by checking out the game schedule online here. DHS Fall sports include: Football, Boys/Girls Soccer, Field Hockey, Boys/Girls Cross Country, Golf, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Unified Basketball

September Is Suicide Prevention Month

The following resources may be of help to assist individuals and families who may be dealing with mental health symptoms and/or adolescent substance use. Students and families can always reach out to the DPS School Counseling team if you have any questions, concerns or need help. Find your school counselor information here.

Community-Based Mental Health Services:

• Riverside Community Care - Dedham Office (781-329-0909)

• Riverside Mobile Crisis (800-529-5077)

• William James Interface Referral Service (888-244-6843)

• Dedham Youth Commission: Angela Osei-Mensah, Youth Services Counselor, (781) 751-9190 aosei-mensah@dedham-ma.gov

.Find It Fast:

• Download and print the full District Calendar for No School / Holiday and Early Release Days.

• Share medical information, upload new physicals and connect with the school nurses via SNAP Health Portal.

• If you do not know how to log-in to PowerSchool, you can find information here!

• School lunch menus can be found here.

• Email hometechservice@dedham.k12.ma.us if you need support with your Chromebook.

• 2023-24 DPS Back to School email sent August 31, 2023

Community Input Needed!

The Town of Dedham is seeking community input for the use of opioid settlement funding via a survey on our website at www.dedham-ma.gov/health. The survey is available for all community members to help the Town understand the needs and preferences of the community and guide the allocation of funds that the Town will receive from settlements with opioid producers and distributors.

Be Part of The New Elementary Building Project!

The Dedham School Building Rehabilitation Committee is accepting applications for ex officio (non-voting) members to join us as the Greenlodge-Oakdale Project continues through the critical design phase and beyond. They are looking for individuals with particular experience in school construction or a parent of a child enrolled in the Dedham Public Schools. Additional information can be found at this link :https://www.dedham-ma.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/788/914

Community Events & Flyers

Local organizations, events and happenings are often shared with Dedham Schools. As a community service, we post all shared flyers and information here. These events are not sponsored by DPS, but we encourage you to check them regularly to learn about fun things happening around town!

• Tuesday, September 26, 2023 - SBRC Meeting - 6:30pm at Dedham Town Hall

• Wednesday, September 27, 2023: DHS College Admissions Panel for Seniors/Families - 6:00-7:30p live, Zoom webinar

• Tuesday, October 3, 2023: EARLY RELEASE - Professional Development

• Thursday October 5,2023 : Town Flu Clinic 5:00-7:00 PM DMS Gym

• Monday, October 9, 2023: NO SCHOOL - Indigenous Peoples' Days

• Monday, October 23, 2023: McLean Virtual Seminar: Crabby Kids - 12:00p

• Wednesday, November 1, 2023: EARLY RELEASE - Professional Development

• Friday, November 10, 2023: NO SCHOOL - Veterans Day

• Thursday, November 16, 2023 : District Curriculum Night 6:30pm – 8pm at DMS