DRRHS Falcon Flash

Dear DRRHS Families,

It is hard to believe that we are already heading into the final week of October! This continues to be an incredibly busy and exciting time at DRRHS, with so much happening across our classrooms, teams, clubs, and wider school community. Here are a few highlights from the week:

• Unified basketball has had a great season thus far. On Monday, they played Old Rochester, where Brendyn Murphy scored several baskets, Forge Duczkowski led the team on defense, and Ryan Paiva was on fire with rebounds. Avynne Chaves, Tristan Simeone and Trevor Donahue have all assisted in ensuring the game moved at a pace where all could participate. Other members who contributed to the team's incredible season include Liam Raposo, DaVaughn Edward, Mason Ferreira, Judah Monty, Stephen Paiva, Daniel Mosher, and Logan Holt.

• A reminder that our 2nd Annual DRRHS Classic Car Show is this Saturday beginning at 9:00 AM. We hope our students, families, alumni, and community members can join us on campus for what promises to be another great event.

• This week, members of the DRRHS administration and our Green and Gold Ambassadors visited both Beckwith Middle School and Dighton Middle School to get 7th and 8th grade students excited for Green and Gold Night on October 29th at 6:00 PM. It was great to have our students help showcase the many opportunities available at DRRHS. Please help us spread the word to middle school families and encourage them to come see firsthand that there truly is something for everyone at DRRHS.

The end of October promises to be an exciting one, and November will bring even more to look forward to across the Falcon community. We are especially excited for our annual Spirit Week and Pep Rally leading into Thanksgiving.

Have a great weekend!

With Falcon Pride,

Dustin Demers
Principal, DRRHS

October 24th - DRRHS 2nd Annual Classic Car Show

October 29th - Green & Gold Night at DRRHS 6pm - 8pm

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

November 3rd - No School - Teacher Workshop

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

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.

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 - 10 college representatives coming to DR next week alone! 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.

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 opens on October 1, 2026.

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.

Our littlest Falcons are enjoying preschool, for some, this is their first time in school. Our Seniors in Early Childhood Education are running their centers as part of their daily duties, teaching the little ones their colors, letters, skills and songs.

We have spots available for this school year. If you or someone you know is interested, call Mrs Dishon at extension 5604

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.

Friday 10/23

• Field Hockey at Taunton Away 3:45pm

• Football vs. Somerset Berkley HOME 6:30pm

Saturday 10/24

• Varsity Boys Soccer at Silver Lake Away 10:00am

• Freshman Boys Football @ Somerset Berkley Away 11:00

Monday 10/26

• JV Boys Soccer vs. Seekonk HOME 3:45pm

• Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Seekonk HOME 3:45pm

• Varsity Girls Soccer at Seekonk Away 6:00pm

Tuesday 10/27

• Field Hockey at Seekonk Away 3:45pm

Wednesday 10/28

• Girls Soccer vs. Fairhaven HOME 3:45pm

• Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Foxborough HOME 5:00pm

Thursday 10/29

• Freshman Boys Football vs Apponequet Home 4:00

Friday 10/30

• Football vs. Apponequet HOME 6:30pm

Saturday 10/31

• 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

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

MERITS Academy students will be selling their student-made items at the Rehoboth Agricultural Fair on Saturday, October 24th from 10am-4pm.