DRRHS Falcon Flash

Dear DRRHS Families,

As October comes to a close and we prepare to turn the calendar to November, there is certainly plenty to be excited about across DRRHS. Our campus continues to be filled with activity, and the weeks ahead promise even more opportunities to celebrate our students and school community. Here are a few highlights:

• Thank you to everyone who helped make our annual Green and Gold Night such a success. It was amazing to welcome so many 7th and 8th grade students and families from across the district and give them an opportunity to see firsthand that there truly is something for everyone at DRRHS. A huge thank you to our students and staff who helped showcase all that makes DRRHS such a special community.

• As our fall athletic teams move toward the end of their regular seasons, we have had the opportunity to celebrate a number of Senior Nights over the past week. We want to thank all of our senior fall student-athletes for their years of hard work, commitment, and dedication to DRRHS Athletics. Their contributions have helped our fall programs continue to shine, and we are incredibly proud of all they have given to their teams and our school.

• Our award-winning DRRHS Theatre Program is hard at work preparing for its fall production of Steel Magnolias. We hope everyone will make plans to join us in the DRRHS Auditorium on November 19th and 20th to support our talented student performers and crew.

November is shaping up to be another great month at DRRHS, capped off by our annual Spirit Week and Pep Rally before Thanksgiving. As we head into a busy third month of the school year, we look forward to seeing our families and community members back on campus for one of the many events ahead.

Have a great weekend and a safe and fun Halloween!

With Falcon Pride,

Dustin Demers
Principal, DRRHS

October 31st - DRRHS Class of 2028 Fall Festival 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

November 3rd - No School - Teacher Workshop

November 5th - 1st Term Ends

November 7th - SAT @ DRRHS

November 9th - Picture Retakes

November 9th - Senior Portraits 2pm-6pm, Media Center (Inter-State Studios will send out sign-up form for Senior pictures)

November 11th - No School - Veteran's Day

November 19th - High School Play @ 6:00 pm

November 20th - High School Play @ 6:00 pm

November 25th - Early Release for Thanksgiving Break

November 26th - Thanksgiving

November 27th - No School - Thanksgiving Break

Location changed to the Soccer/Lacrosse Field located up alongside the school.

The Homecoming Dance will be held on Friday, Nov. 13 here at the High School from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased on GoFan beginning next week. Tickets are $25. Please follow the official Homecoming 2026 Instagram page @drrhs_hoco26 for updates.

Please note the following expectations for all DRRHS football games:

• Backpacks are not permitted inside the stadium.

• Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the stadium.

• Students who leave the stadium at any point during the game, including halftime, will not be readmitted.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all students, families, and guests attending our football games.

Just a reminder that if a student athlete is absent during the school day they should not be attending a sporting event to support their team. Student health is always paramount and if a student is not able to attend school due to an injury or illness they should not attend a game even as a spectator.

Morning bus/car drop off procedures for the 2026-2027 school year will be as follows:

• Dighton buses will drop off in the circle outside of the Superintendent's Foyer
• Rehoboth buses will drop off at the circle in front of the High School Main Office
• Students being dropped off via a vehicle will be dropped off in the circle outside of the Superintendent's Office. Students can be dropped off at the High School main office ONLY after busses have departed. Please do not drop your child off while busses are lined up outside of the high school main office. Students needing to be dropped off before buses have departed should drop off at the corner of the faculty parking lot and the high school entrance circle.
• Once buses are gone students arriving closer to 7:15 can be dropped off in front of the main office

Thank you for your flexibility with this system, this all keeps Regional Road safer for our students and families every morning.

Please note that afternoon pick up will remain exactly as it has been in previous years with families picking up at the corner where the staff lot meets the high school entrance circle.

Please make sure you do not cut through the Faculty Parking Lot to avoid traffic before or after school. The Faculty Parking Lot should not be used as a shortcut for safety reasons. Thank you!

For student discipline purposes, an unexcused absence will constitute 1 attendance infraction; 2 unexcused tardies or dismissals, or any combination thereof, will constitute 1 attendance infraction.

On a day when a student has an unexcused absence, the student is ineligible to participate in a school-sponsored event, including athletics, on that day.

5 attendance infractions in a term will result in Saturday School.
Until the assigned Saturday School obligation is met, a student is not eligible to participate in extracurricular activities, including athletics. Additionally, if a Saturday School is assigned for disciplinary purposes and the student does not attend, they may also be subject to further disciplinary action, including but not limited to suspension from school.

Students who are tardy will NOT be permitted to bring food or drink purchased outside of school into the building.

Students with driving permits who exhibit persistent and/or excessive tardiness (more than 8 in a semester) to school will lose their driving privilege.

Adopted 9/22/26

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment for all students. The District's mission to educate children is compromised when personal electronic devices create distractions that interfere with teaching, learning, and student engagement. While we recognize the important role technology plays in communication and connectivity, the District must balance those benefits with its responsibility to maintain an effective educational environment.

The success of this policy requires the support and collaboration of students, families, staff, and administrators. The District respects the decisions made by parents and guardians to provide their children with cell phones and other personal electronic devices; however, expectations for their use in school will vary based on students' developmental and educational needs.

Students who bring cell phones or other personal electronic devices to school do so at their own risk. Students and parents/guardians assume responsibility for any loss, damage, or theft of such devices. The District shall not be liable for lost, damaged, or stolen devices, including those confiscated in accordance with school rules or disciplinary procedures. All cellular phones and personal electronic devices brought to school must be used in accordance with District policies, school rules, and student handbooks.

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District does not provide a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) instructional environment. Students are expected to use District-issued devices for classroom learning and academic activities unless otherwise authorized.

Grades PK-12

The use of cell phones and personal electronic devices during the school day is prohibited. Devices brought to school must be powered off or silenced and kept out of sight for the duration of the school day unless expressly authorized by school administration.

Enforcement

Students who violate this policy may be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with applicable school and District disciplinary procedures. Consequences may include the temporary confiscation of devices, loss of privileges, parent/guardian notification, or restrictions on bringing personal electronic devices to school.

Each school level will establish procedures and expectations for implementation of this policy documented in the unified student handbook and code of conduct.

Administrative Review and Exceptions

The Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Principal, or designee may approve exceptions to this policy when deemed appropriate for educational, medical, safety, accessibility, emergency, or other legitimate school-related purposes. Requests for exceptions shall be subject to administrative review and approval. Access to personal electronic devices during the school day is a privilege that may be restricted or revoked when students fail to use such devices responsibly. The District reserves the right to interpret, implement, and apply this policy in a manner consistent with student needs, school operations, and applicable laws and regulations.

Please use the button below to see opportunities to join the DRRHS Wellness Committee!

As part of the DR Wellness Committee’s commitment to fostering a positive school community, we are excited to reinstate our Gratitude Initiative! We invite students, staff, and families to share their appreciation for our incredible staff. We believe that expressing gratitude can uplift spirits and strengthen our connections.

To participate, simply fill out the Google Form to recognize a staff member who has made a positive impact on you or your family/child. Your submissions will be featured in a DR Wellness Committee Newsletter, celebrating the hard work and dedication of our staff.

School breakfast and lunch are provided free of charge to all students. On early release days, only breakfast will be served. Menus are available using the button below. Additionally, milk and water are available for purchase each day. Students will need to give their lunch ID number at the cash register, numbers will be given out at the start of school.

Additionally, snacks and drinks will be available in the lunchroom for purchase using cash.

Please use the button below to access a welcome letter from Whitson's Food Services.

September's Theme - Collaborators

Falcons who engage as active members of teams, consider diverse perspectives, and demonstrate how to work effectively with others.

9th Grade: Mitchell Ramos

Friendly, considerate, genuine

10th Grade: Guy Canning

Reliable, conscientious, responsible

11th Grade: Louis Kent

Dedicated, conscientious, passionate

12th Grade: Mylez LaFluer

Responsible, honest, reliable

Updates specific to Seniors and their families:

1. College Visits at DR - There are a few more college reps coming to campus. See attached list of colleges. These visits with college admissions representatives take place in Guidance or the Media Center. Students must sign up in advance on Naviance--click on the Colleges tab, then click on College Visits, then click on the college, then follow the prompts to register. Use your registration confirmation as your pass on the day of the visit.

2. College Planning presentations were on Wednesday, September 23 during senior English classes. Here is the slideshow that was presented.

3. Senior Planning Packet

4. Any senior who plans to play NCAA Division I or II sports, please let Ms. Shillan know so she can process your paperwork through the NCAA: Kshillan@drregional.org

5. Fitchburg State applicants can apply for free through the Fitchburg website (as opposed to via Commonapp)

6. UVM has free application, no code needed

7. Seton Hall free application code: XFW

8. Salem State University free to apply until November 1.

9. Stonehill fee waiver code: 1948

This spring DRRH will be offering AP testing through College Board. Please use this form as an agreement to take and pay for specific AP exams this spring. Each test will cost $100 ($55 for students who qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch) which will be charged through the unipay system which can be accessed HERE. Please note this fee is non-refundable after November 14th no exceptions. Students should also be logging into their AP Online Classroom and registering for each exam they are taking (their AP teacher should have given them a join code). If a student is choosing to not take the exam, they should fill that information out using the AP Classroom. The deadline to register for AP tests and fill out this agreement form is October 3rd. Please see Dr. Amaral with any questions.

SAT® registration is now open for fall 2026. Many colleges require or consider SAT scores as part of their holistic admission and placement decisions, and your score is a great way to show colleges you’re ready. This year, it will be more convenient to take the SAT on your schedule, with dates available every month through the end of the year, beginning in August, and the ability to join the Waitlist if the date or test center you prefer is already filled.

Most juniors take their first SAT in the spring, and many take it again in the fall of their senior year to improve their score. The SAT can help you keep your college options open, demonstrate your unique strengths, and even qualify for scholarships. And with 100% free practice resources, now including enhanced tailored practice based on your prior test scores and free small-group tutoring, you’ll have everything you need to get prepared.

FAFSA application is open!

Online Financial Aid Webinars - register in link below

https://www.mefa.org/webinar/financial-aid-101-2026-27/?utm_campaign=Guidance2026&utm_source=SchoolCounselorWave3&utm_medium=email

DR hosted Jeff Bentley from Citizens Bank to present to families on Financial Aid. His slide deck and contact information is below.

We are excited to continue growing our school's involvement in SkillsUSA! SkillsUSA is a national career and technical student organization that helps students develop leadership, workplace, and technical skills to prepare them for success beyond high school.

Last year, our school earned an impressive 8 medals across various SkillsUSA competitions, and we are looking to build on that success by expanding student participation this year!

We are currently looking for student officers and competitors for the 2026–2027 school year. SkillsUSA is open to all Career and Technical Education (CTE) students and provides opportunities to develop leadership skills, compete in career-related events, and potentially earn scholarships.

Students interested in becoming a SkillsUSA officer or participating as a competitor can sign up below.

For any questions or additional information, please see Ms. Johnson in the Main Office.

We would like to thank everyone for making our 2nd Annual Car Show such a success. We are very proud of the CTE students, NTHS students, Student Government students, teachers, cafeteria workers, custodians, School Committee member, families and staff that came on a beautiful Saturday morning to help make sure it was the best it could be. The planning of our 3rd Annual show is already underway, stay tuned.

We have some t-shirts still available for purchase. Call Tracy Dishon (508) 252-5025 ext 5604

Registration for Winter sports is currently open via FamilyID. Families are encouraged to register early to ensure all required paperwork is completed prior to the start of the season.

REGISTRATION ENDS ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH.

The following sports are offered during the Winter season:

• Boys Basketball
• Girls Basketball
• Boys Ice Hockey - Co-Op with Seekonk & Somerset-Berkley
• Girls Ice Hockey - Co-Op with Bishop Stang
• Girls Winter Track
• Boys Winter Track
• Wrestling - Co-Op with Bristol Aggie
• Swim - Co-Op with Seekonk
• Gymnastics - Co-Op with Somerset-Berkley

Please use the link below to register:

Friday 10/23

• Field Hockey at Taunton Loss 4-0

• Football vs. Somerset Berkley Win 28-33

Saturday 10/24

• Varsity Boys Soccer at Silver Lake Tie 1-1

• Freshman Boys Football @ Somerset Berkley Win 24 - 8

Monday 10/26

• JV Boys Soccer vs. Seekonk Win 1- 0

• Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Seekonk Win 4-0

• Varsity Girls Soccer at Seekonk Loss 1-0

Tuesday 10/27

• Field Hockey at Seekonk Loss 7 - 0

Wednesday 10/28

• Girls Soccer vs. Fairhaven Win 6 - 1

• Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Foxborough Win 3 - 2

Friday 10/30

• Football vs. Apponequet HOME 6:30pm

Saturday 10/31

• Freshman Boys Football vs Apponequet Home 4:00

• Boys JV Soccer vs. Dartmouth HS AWAY 10:00 am

• Boys Varsity Soccer vs Dartmouth HS AWAY 10:00 am

• Cross Country SCC Championships at Wrentham Development Center TBA

Friday 10/30

• Football vs. Apponequet HOME 6:30pm

Saturday 10/31

• Freshman Boys Football vs Apponequet Home 4:00

• Boys JV Soccer vs. Dartmouth HS AWAY 10:00 am

• Boys Varsity Soccer vs Dartmouth HS AWAY 10:00 am

• Cross Country SCC Championships at Wrentham Development Center TBA

Thursday 11/5

• Freshman Boys Football vs Tolman High AWAY 6:00 PM

Throughout the season, you can find all DR athletic schedules on Arbiter Live.

For any questions or concerns regarding athletics and activities, please contact:

Matt McKinnon, Director of Athletics & Activities mmckinnon@drregional.org

Bob Murray, Secretary to the Director of Athletics & Activities bmurray@drregional.org