DRRHS Falcon Flash

Dear DRRHS Families,

For at least a few days spring was in the air at 2700 Regional Road. Hopefully the temperature will start to rise again in time for spring sports try outs next week! Even with the time change and the fluctuating weather, the Falcons were fully back on track and making the most of a short blast of spring weather. Here are a few highlights from the week:

• Good luck to all of our students competing in the SEMSBA music festival this weekend. The DRRHS music program is one of the great aspects of our school. The amount of students who are able to participate in these yearly music festivals is a testament to the great work Mrs. Voccio and Mr. Botelho do to prepare our musicians for success.

• The DRRHS DECA team are participating in the state competition yesterday, today and Saturday. They are competing against other schools in the Commonwealth vying for spots in the international competition later this spring.

• Our SkillsUSA program will be holding a Trivia Night fundraiser in the cafeteria on March 27th. We hope that everyone will consider joining this fun event. All proceeds go to help the SkillsUSA program fund the ability for students to attend the state competition.

With so many great extracurricular and athletic opportunities on the horizon it is a good thing the days are beginning to get longer! Everyone is looking forward to a productive next few months as we move into the stretch run of the school year. We look forward to seeing everyone outside and around campus as we finally put this rough winter behind us. Have a great weekend!

With Falcon Pride,

Dustin Demers - Principal DRRHS

March 17 - No school - Teacher Professional Development Day

March 24 - ELA MCAS for Sophomores - Session 1

March 25 - ELA MCAS for Sophomores - Session 2

Upcoming Events in April

April 3 - Good Friday, - No School

April 8 - Early Release - Teacher Professional Development

April 20 - No School - Patriots' Day

April 21 - 24 - Spring Break

End of Year Important Dates

FRIDAY, JUNE 5 - SENIOR GRADUATION

Last Day of School - Tuesday, June 30

Over the next few weeks, school counselors will be meeting with juniors individually about their senior schedule requests and future plans. After that, they will check in with the sophomores and freshmen to make sure their courses for next year are requested correctly. Here are the instructions for students to select classes in Aspen.

Please use the button below to access the 2026-2027 Scheduling Process Newsletter that was sent out earlier today

Dear Dighton Rehoboth Families,

Exciting things are happening at Dighton Rehoboth Regional High School! Our Career & Technical Education (CTE) department is launching three brand-new programs: Medical Assisting, Criminal Justice, and Culinary Arts, and we’re looking for enthusiastic parents and students to help us bring these programs to life.

We are currently seeking volunteers to serve on our Program Advisory Committees (PACs). PAC members play an important role in helping guide and strengthen our programs. Your insights and experiences can help us design meaningful learning opportunities that prepare students for real-world careers.

As a PAC member, you will help:

• Shape and strengthen program curriculum

• Inspire students as they explore their career pathways

• Share industry knowledge and perspectives

• Help ignite curiosity and a passion for lifelong learning in our students

The commitment is minimal but impactful:

• Approximately 3–4 virtual meetings

• One in-person walkthrough once the program spaces are completed

If you have experience in healthcare, law enforcement/criminal justice, culinary arts, or related industries, or simply have a passion for helping students succeed, we would love to have you involved.

This is a wonderful opportunity to help shape the future of Dighton Rehoboth Regional High School and support the next generation of skilled professionals.

If you are interested in joining a Program Advisory Committee, please sign up using the Parent and Student Interest Form found below.

Thank you for your continued support of our students and our school community.

Warm regards,
Michael Strojny
CTE Director
Dighton Rehoboth Regional High School

Please use this link to view the newsletter.

Please see the flyer below for a DRSEPAC special presentation on April 13th with Autistic Selt-Advocate and Speaker Andrew Arboe

Please use the button below to access the monthly DR Dispatch Newsletter

Please use the button below to access the monthly DR Wellness Newsletter

January's theme was self and socially aware. These are Falcons who understand and advocate for oneself and others using compassion and kindness

Congratulations to:

9th Grade: Callen Forget

Personable, Compassionate, Friendly

10th Grade: Mia Alves

Inclusive, Welcoming, Kind

11th Grade: Devin Fournier

Helpful, Appreciative, Kind

12th Grade: Gia Papa

Dependable, Caring, Persistent

February's theme was globally minded and community engaged. These are Falcons who build awareness of the world beyond Dighton-Rehoboth while actively engaging at the local level

Congratulations to:

9th Grade: Graham Baker

Compassionate, Community-engaged, Intelligent

10th Grade: Patrick (Forge) Duczkowski

Aware, Caring, Sincere

11th Grade: Ava Randall

Dedicated, Kind, Motivated

12th Grade: Zachary Ferreira

Kind, Open-minded, Generous

Please remember to create a ParentSquare account if you have not done so yet. Thank you!

Please note that the district wide cell phone/electronic device policy will be strictly enforced this year. Please review the policy:

District Electronic Device Policy

The term “electronic devices,” includes but is not limited to cell phones, iPads/tablets, laptops/computers (other than those issued by the District), electronic/smart devices, and headphones/airpods. The expectation is that these personal devices remain off and away during the school day. Staff may require students to store phones in a centralized location. The only exception is at the high school, where students are permitted to use their phones during transition time in the hallway between classes and during lunch. High school students are not allowed to use their phones during class time, or when out of the classroom during class time (i.e., bathroom breaks). Students remain solely responsible for any loss or damage to any electronic devices used or brought onto school property. Use of electronic devices at school are subject to the District’s Acceptable Use Policy and any applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to M.G.L. c. 272, sec. 99, which is sometimes known as the Massachusetts Wiretapping Law.

1. Warning

2. Office Detention

3. Office Detention/Confiscation of Phone for Day

4. Habitual: Parent Contact/Phone Turned in at the Beginning of the Day

*This goes for all technology*

7:00 - Doors open (breakfast available)

7:17 - First Period Begins

1:51 - Dismissal

A reminder that a student will be assigned Saturday School if they accrue 5 attendance points in a quarter.

• An unexcused absence (one not accompanied by a valid medical note) equals one attendance point.
• An unexcused tardy/dismissal equals an attendance half point.

A student's exemplary academic standing or disciplinary record have no bearing on the assignment of a Saturday School in the case of five or more attendance points being accrued over the course of one quarter of the school year.

First period begins at 7:17AM. Any student not in their classroom at 7:17 or later will be considered tardy for that day.

All Chromebooks should be charged and ready for each school day. Outside devices are not permitted, only school issued Chromebooks can be used at DRRHS during the school day.

The school has a limited number of loaner chromebooks and priority is to those students whose chromebooks are being fixed. Please remember that students should be bringing in fully charged chromebooks to school every day with charging cords.

If a Senior or Junior is planning on parking at school, they can purchase a sticker in the office. The cost to park at school is $60 for the year. At the start of Semester 2, parking will be $30 for the balance of the year. Parking forms are available in the office. Please be aware that students will not be able to go out to their cars during the school day. They must remember to have everything with them when they enter the building in the morning.

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

Please click the button below to access our District Wide Student Handbook.

Medical Permission Forms are due to the nurse for all students. The form was emailed to families before the start of the school year. If you have not completed the form, please do so as soon as possible. Hard copies of the forms are available in the nurse's office or the high school main office.

Please use the button below to access an important letter from our school nurse.

Thinking about Spring? Our Carpentry students made adorable Log Cabin bird houses and are selling them for $20 (they are a lot bigger in person) Also some pretty neat Bat Houses to help keep them out of your attic $30. Call Tracy Dishon (508) 252-5025 extension 5604 to reserve yours.

Little Falcons Preschool has openings for next year. Our program features developmentally appropriate kindergarten readiness curriculum. Our EEC high school students help teach the class while earning their Certification giving our program a 2 to 1 ratio. We offer 2 sessions, AM and PM Monday through Friday following the school calendar. Call Tracy DIshon (508) 252-5025 extension 5604 for more information.

Last week, counselors held an evening event for juniors and their families regarding Future Planning. Representatives from Stonehill College, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), and Worcester State University answered questions related to the admissions process. The presentation can be accessed below.

SENIORS

Seniors who have been accepted to college, please let Mrs. Shillan in guidance know. She will post it in on the window in guidance and have it announced during morning announcements if you choose.

SCHOLARSHIPS: Please check Naviance for available scholarships. The list of scholarships can also be found on the wall in guidance.

Save the Date! NACAC Boston National College Fair April 27 and 28

See attachment below for details!

Dighton-Rehoboth’s spring athletic season officially begins on Monday, March 16. We are excited to see our student-athletes back on the fields, courts, and tracks as teams begin practices and prepare for the upcoming season. Best of luck to all of our DR Falcons competing this spring—we look forward to another great season of hard work, teamwork, and school pride.

Thursday 3/19

• Baseball vs. Taunton SCRIMMAGE (Away) 3:15pm

Friday 3/20

• Baseball vs. Mansfield SCRIMMAGE (Away) 3:45pm
• Girls vs. North Attleboro SCRIMMAGE (Away) 5:15pm

Saturday 3/21

• Softball Jamboree at Stoughton (Away) 8:00am
• Girls Lacrosse vs. Attleboro JOINT-PRACTICE (Away) 9:00am
• Baseball vs. Dartmouth SCRIMMAGE (Away) 11:00am

Dighton-Rehoboth Athletics is proud to recognize our student-athletes who were honored by the South Coast Conference for their outstanding performances during the 2025-2026 winter season. These recognitions highlight the dedication, talent, and sportsmanship our student-athletes display both in competition and as representatives of our school community.

Boys Basketball

All-Stars: Josh Reidy, Maddex Mendoza

Honorable Mention: Kensley Macean, Cole Viveiros

Sportsmanship Award: Patrick McCann

Girls Basketball

Honorable Mention: Reese Jefferson, Alyssa Daniels

Sportsmanship Award: Julia Mello

Boys Indoor Track

All-Star: Seamus Sullivan

Honorable Mention: Matthew Roy, Fletcher O'Connor

Sportsmanship Award: John Paul Lavigne

Girls Indoor Track

All-Stars: Jalissa Raphino, Sara Avery-Pham

Honorable Mention: Leah Hyder, Rebecca Zankul

Sportsmanship Award: Riley Kazanjian

Boys Ice Hockey

All-Star: Adam Bastis

Congratulations to these student-athletes for their hard work, commitment, and the pride they bring to the Dighton-Rehoboth community. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and look forward to seeing their continued success.

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, at mmckinnon@drregional.org

Registration for our program is now open! Detailed program information is available on our website.

Programs for Students Entering Grades 6–9 (Fall 2026)

• CyberTank: Innovate, Defend, Pitch!

• CyberFlight: Taking Cyber Skills to New Heights!

• Forensics Institute of Bridgewater

Program for Students Entering Grades 10–12 (Fall 2026)

• The Human Body from a Medical Mindset

We look forward to another exciting summer of hands-on learning and exploration. Please visit our website for full program details, schedules, and registration information.