DRRHS Falcon Flash

Dear DRRHS Families,

It has been another busy week here at 2700 Regional Road as we head into a well-deserved three-day weekend. Fall is always an especially active time at DRRHS, and our campus is certainly reflecting that energy. Here are a few highlights from the week:

• A huge shoutout to our Girls Volleyball team for once again hosting its annual Dig Pink fundraiser. This event is always an incredible display of Falcon Spirit, as our traditional Green and Gold gives way to pink in support of an important cause. The money raised for the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation helps support ongoing efforts in the fight against breast cancer and moves us one step closer toward a cure. We are proud of our student-athletes for continuing this meaningful tradition.

• Thank you to all of the parents and guardians who joined us for Parent/Teacher Conferences on Wednesday evening. It was great to see so many families in the building, connecting with teachers and supporting the success of their students. We greatly appreciate the partnership of our families and the important role they play in our school community.

• Please help us spread the word about our 2nd Annual DRRHS Classic Car Show on October 24th. This promises to be another great day for the DRRHS community, and we hope to see students, families, staff, alumni, and community members out on campus enjoying the event together.

• Finally, we would like to remind families that if a student needs to take a different bus home a note needs to come from a parent/guardian and brought to the office at the beginning of the day. The bus company requires both a note from home and a letter from the office to allow a student to have a different drop off in the afternoon.

As we head into the long weekend, we hope everyone has an opportunity to rest and recharge. This busy time of year is another great reminder that there truly is something for everyone at DRRHS.

Have a safe and restful three-day weekend!

With Falcon Pride,

Dustin Demers
Principal, DRRHS

October 12th - No School - Columbus Day

October 17th - PSAT @ DRRHS

October 24th - DRRHS 2nd Annual Classic Car Show

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

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

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.

The Arts and Cultural Vitality Committee is looking for parent volunteers to join our team! Our goal is to help ensure that every student’s DR experience reflects and celebrates the diverse cultures, identities, and perspectives of our district families. If you’re interested in getting involved, please email Brian Michaud at bmichaud@drregional.org.

We’re seeking our first Falcon Cup recipient of the 2026–27 school year!

As One Falcon Family, we want to celebrate the people who make our district special. Student, staff member, classroom, or DR group - who do you think deserves this recognition?

Nominate a candidate now!

Student Government hosted a week long Back to School Activities fair highlighting the many opportunities for students to get involved with extracurricular activities. Each day they focused on a theme to encourage students to participate in the many different clubs that are offered at DR. Many clubs are holding their first meetings the next couple of weeks so be sure to listen to morning announcements to learn more or reach out to the club advisors for more details!

• BTS Art Clubs
• BTS World Language Clubs
• BTS Leadership Clubs
• BTS Other
• List of Clubs & Activities

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!

Use the button below to access this month's DR Dispatch

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

Bridgewater State University is offering an SAT prep course to help students prepare for the November 7 and December 5 SAT exam
Meeting dates are: October 4, 18, 25, and November 1, 2026 [Sundays, 1 – 5 pm]

Link to Sign Up

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

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

The CTE students are enjoying our new Culinary Arts program. In the Culinary Arts, students are not simply introduced to the foundational concepts that are the pillars of success in foodservice, they are entrusted to utilize those skills to create a simple, yet aesthetically pleasing dessert cup. They had a choice of Strawberry or Blueberry Compote, whipped cream, graham cracker crumbs, citrus zest & fresh mint. As students produce their own unique, elegant designs, they are practicing fundamental skills such as mise en place, critical thinking, food manipulation, safety, sanitation & hazard prevention. Some students eat their creations, others offer it to faculty. Most importantly, they get to experience food through a completely different lens…and then they get to EAT IT! Thank you Mr Collins for your enthusiastic way of teaching our students. We are excited to watch this program grow & make more delicious dishes.

The Automotive department is getting ready for their annual Car Show being held on Saturday October 24th. All proceeds benefit the Automotive program with tools, equipment and Scholarships. We have some original 1st year t-shirts left to sell at a reduced price $10. Call Mrs Dishon at ext 5604 to get yours.

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.

• Football vs. Norton Loss 14 - 7

Saturday 10/3

• JV Football at Norton Away 10:00am

Monday 10/5

• Boys Varsity Golf vs Taunton HS Loss 239 - 289

• Freshman Girls Volleyball vs. Old Rochester HOME 3:30pm

• JV Boys Soccer at Old Rochester Away 3:45pm

• Girls Soccer vs. Old Rochester Tie 2-2

• Varsity Boys Soccer at Old Rochester Loss 3-0

• Field Hockey at Apponequet Loss 4 -0

• JV Girls Volleyball vs. Old Rochester HOME 4:45pm

• Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Old Rochester Won 3-1

Tuesday 10/6

• Boys Varsity Bolf vs North Attleboro Loss 150 - 171

Wednesday 10/7

• Golf vs. Old Rochester HOME (Segregansett CC) Loss 233 - 260

• Girls Soccer vs. Greater New Bedford Won 5 - 0

• JV Boys Soccer at Greater New Bedford Away 4:00pm

• Varsity Boys Soccer at Greater New Bedford Loss 2 - 0

Thursday 10/8

• Golf SCC Tournament at Allendale CC: DR Golf came in 7th at the SCC League Tournament. Charlie Rosa turned in a top 10 finish with a round of 79 and was named to the All Star Team for the fourth time.

• Field Hockey vs. Tiverton Loss 2-1

• Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Greater New Bedford Loss 3-1

Friday 10/9

• Football at Old Rochester Away 6:30pm

• Golf at Greater New Bedford Away (Whaling City GC) 3:15 pm

• Freshman Girls Volleyball at Seekonk High School Away 3:30pm

• Junior Varsity Girls Volleyball at Seekonk High School Away 4:45pm

• Varsity Girls Volleyball at Seekonk High School Away 6:00pm

• Boys Varsity Golf vs Greater New Bedford Away 3:35

Saturday 10/10

• Boys & Girls JV and Varsity Cross Country at Cape Cod Fairgrounds, Falmouth at 5:00pm

Tuesday 10/13

• Golf at Fairhaven Away (Rochester GC) 3:15pm

• Field Hockey vs. Bishop Stang HOME 3:30pm

• Freshman Girls Volleyball at Bishop Stang Away 3:30pm

• Girls Soccer at Dartmouth Away 4:00pm

• JV Boys Soccer vs. Dartmouth HOME 4:00pm

• Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Dartmouth High School HOME 4:00pm

• JV Girls Volleyball at Bishop Stang Away 4:45pm

• Varsity Girls Volleyball at Bishop Stang Away 6:00pm

Wednesday 10/14

• Golf at North Attleboro Away (Agawam CC) 3:00pm

• Freshman Girls Volleyball at Case Away 3:30pm

• JV Boys Soccer vs. Case HOME 3:45pm

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

• JV Girls Volleyball at Case Away 4:45pm

• Varsity Girls Volleyball at Case Away 6:00pm

Thursday 10/15

• Freshman Football at Greater New Bedford Away 3:30pm

• Golf vs Taunton HS Away 3:30

• Boys Cross Country vs Bourne HS Home 3:45

• Boys Cross Country vs Somerset Berkley Home 3:45

• Girls Cross Country vs Bourne HS Home 3:45

• Girls Cross Country vs Somerset Berkley Home 3:45

Friday 10/16

• Freshman Girls Volleyball vs. Diman HOME 3:30pm

• Girls Soccer vs. Tiverton HOME 3:45pm

• JV Girls Volleyball vs. Diman HOME 4:45pm

• Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Diman HOME 6:00pm

• Football at Greater New Bedford Away 6:30pm

Saturday, 10/17

• Girls Soccer vs Dartmouth HS HOME 2:00

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

They are still looking for participants for the 2nd Annual 5K Run/Walk.

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