The Demon
From the Desk of Mrs. Elroy
A Note from Mrs. Elroy
Dear Students, Families, and Community,
As we begin November, the 2026–2027 school year is well underway, and the end of the first semester will be here before we know it! Our students have settled into their routines, and our dedicated staff is guiding them through an inspiring year.
We have a lot to celebrate already. Every team, group, classroom, student, and teacher has experienced so many successes. We love to celebrate even the smallest success and growth here at DHS! Every one of these moments reflects the hard work of our students and the support of the families and teachers behind them.
These accomplishments are the school theme, LIVE RED!, in action:
Lead with intention and kindness.
Include everyone, ensuring every voice matters.
Value effort and growth over perfection.
Excel in every endeavor we take on.
Represent our school community with pride and respect.
Elevate those around us at every opportunity.
Demonstrate strong character in every choice we make.
Anchoring our Live Red spirit are our core values: teamwork, kindness, integrity, leadership, and perseverance.
Academic Focus & Upcoming Testing: With semester finals approaching quickly, now is a crucial time to ensure your student stays fully engaged in their classes and continues working hard every day.
Exact Path: Please encourage your student to work on Exact Path for 30 minutes per week, per subject. This is a wonderful tool for targeted extra practice and academic extension aligned with their learning needs.
Staying Connected: Thank you for your trust, partnership, and for sharing your wonderful students with us.
Let's keep lifting each other up, celebrate every victory, finish this semester strong, and make this year extraordinary!
With gratitude,
Mrs. Elroy
EXACT PATH
We are excited to introduce the Edmentum Exact Path program at Duncan High School this school year to help personalize and strengthen your student’s learning experience. As part of this initiative, students will take the Exact Path Diagnostic Test—an adaptive, online assessment in math, reading, and language arts that pinpoints where your child excels and where they need extra support.
**See below for the testing windows for these tests. We have scheduled days for your student to take these in their core classes. If they miss this allotted time, they will be responsible for completing the tests during ReThink time and must complete them within the test window.
How It Works
Adaptive Difficulty: The test adjusts in real time as your child answers questions, becoming more challenging with correct responses and easier with incorrect ones to find their precise learning level.
Individualized Learning Path: Once completed, the platform automatically creates a customized digital learning path tailored to close skill gaps or stretch your child beyond grade-level standards.
Tracking Growth: Students will take the diagnostic 2–3 times throughout the school year (fall, winter, and spring), allowing teachers and parents to monitor academic progress over time.
No Preparation Needed: This is not a traditional pass-or-fail exam. Students do not need to study or stress—they simply need to give their best effort so we receive an accurate snapshot of their needs.
