Falcon News
6.2.23
DEAR DRRHS COMMUNITY:
It was an outstanding week at the high school. Our graduates, families, and community members came together for the annual Celebration of Excellence on Wednesday. More than 60 graduates in the Class of 2023 were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments and contributions to the school. Many were also recipients of scholarships from generous donors in the community. A special thanks to the Citizen Scholarship Foundation for their continued support. Another special thanks to Nathan Mackenzie for filming the event, which will soon be shared on the DRRHS YouTube Channel.
MCAS BIOLOGY EXAM JUNE 6/7
MCAS BIOLOGY June 6/7
Students in grade 9 will take the Biology MCAS exam on Tuesday and Wednesday, June 6/7. Teachers have been preparing students for a successful exam, but it's important to remember the basics. Get a good night's sleep and eat something nutritious in the morning. Please bring your fully-charged Chromebook to your testing room on Tuesday and Wednesday morning. Students will receive a calendar invitation to their assigned testing room and a printed room assignment will be posted in the foyers.
GRADUATION IS JUNE 10TH
GRADUATION IS SATURDAY, JUNE 10TH @ 4PM
Graduation is scheduled for June 10th at 4 pm, rain or shine. If weather permits, our tradition is to hold the ceremony at the Robert T. Roy Stadium on our campus. Stadium seating is open to the public; no tickets are required. If the weather forecast looks iffy, we will issue each graduate 2 guest tickets for families to attend the indoor ceremony. Please read the Graduation Day FAQs below for more information.
GRADUATION REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
GRADUATION REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
- June 6th: Graduation Rehearsal 1 & Cap & Gown Distribution (9 am-12 pm)
- June 7th: Rain Date for Graduation Rehearsal 1
- June 8th: Graduation Rehearsal 2 (9 am-12 pm)
- June 9th: Rain Date for Graduation Rehearsal 2
COMMUNITY PARADE HONORING GRADS 6.8.23
FALCON PRIDE
Following the success of our Schoolwide Civics Showcase last week, three projects were chosen to participate in the Statewide Civics Showcase at Clark University in Worcester on June 2. Project topics included Ending Animal Testing, Protecting Endangered Pollinators and Native American Enfranchisement. The following students presented their projects at the Statewide Showcase to community advisors and state legislators: Sam Courcy, Liam Hannon, Aidan LeBlanc, Megan Keane, Lorelai Kellum, Sophie Darling, Kylie Mirra, and Matthew DeCristofaro. Students gained meaningful connections to stakeholders and feedback to continue their civic action from Mass Audubon and ASPCA, to name a few. Megan Keane, Lorelai Kellum, and Sophie Darling received the Research and Investigation award for their work and were invited to the State House next week to continue their advocacy to state reps. Congratulations!
UNIFIED TRACK AND FIELD WRAPS UP AN OUTSTANDING SEASON
This week the Unified Track and Field Banquet was held in celebration of our amazing athletes and coaches. Our students enjoyed a delicious potluck dinner provided by our supportive families. Congratulations again to our team for their great success this season!
IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS
NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM June 12th
Mr. Lovejoy has planned a 9th grade field trip to NE Aquarium. If your 9th grader has not returned their permission slip yet, please encourage them to do so asap. We don't want to leave anyone behind.
Junior Book Awards June 13th
The Junior Book Awards celebration is an annual event where juniors are recognized for their outstanding achievements. Many generous scholarships offered by prestigious colleges and universities are given to outstanding members of the Class of 2024. The event is held in the high school auditorium and begins at 12:30 pm.
Final Exam Schedule June 16, 20, 21, 22
High school students take final exams in every class. The exams are worth 10% of their grade. Please note that students have early release on exam days. No lunches are served. Please find the exam schedule linked below.
No School on June 19th
We will be closed in celebration of Juneteenth.
PICKLEBALL
On a beautiful afternoon in June, student government put on the second annual Student versus Staff Pickleball Tournament. There was a great turn out of players and spectators. The finals came down to a nail biting match between the pairings of Mrs. Enos & Mr. Grover versus Mrs. Burnham & Mason Morgado, where the team of Burnham & Morgado were victorious! Thank you to everyone who came out and supported, a great time was had by all!
IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS
FINAL EXAMS ARE SCHEDULED
Please read the final exam schedule linked below. Final exam days are early release days. No lunches are served.
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Summer Travel Opportunity
The DR Art department is offering a chance to tour Rome and the Island of Sicily summer 2024. This is another wonderful chance for student travel offered by DR. The tour would include a tour of the Vatican and Roman forum, an overnight ferry experience from Naples to Sicily, a tour of the Siracusa Archaeological site and valley of Ruins, a tour of Pompeii and a trip along the Amalfi coast. The tour would be July 1-11, 2024. For more information use the link provided for itinerary and cost. Hope you can join us on a wonderful tour of Italy.
Ms. Tache and Ms Hamlin
DISTRICT NEWS
REMINDERS
SUMMER READING
CTE Summer Summer Program - Incoming Grades 6, 7, & 8
We are excited to offer several hands-on CTE camps this year! Take a look at the flyer for details.
Don’t forget to RSVP for the amazing opportunity to travel to Europe in April 2024!
Here's a link to additional information, including the details for the MANDATORY meeting.