Due to no school on Friday April 18th the
Weekly Principals Blog will be sent out today April 17th.
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Today and Vacation Week
Games
Today:
Boy's Volleyball H vs. UPCS 3:30
Today:
Boy's Volleyball H vs. UPCS 3:30
Boys V Baseball Vs @ Millbury Bus 2:30
Girls V Softball Vs @ Millbury @ Bus 2:30
Douglas Martin Road Field
| DOUGLAS TIGERS ATHLETIC SCHEDULE Week of April 21st, 2014 | ||
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| Tuesday, April 22nd | JV Boys Baseball vs WCS @ 3:30 (SF) | |
| Varsity Girls Softball @ Valley Tech @ 10:00 | 9:00 | |
| Thursday, April 23rd | JV Boys Baseball vs Millbury @ 2:00 (SF) | |
| JV Girls Softball vs Millbury @ 2:00 | ||
*The varsity baseball team defeated previously unbeaten Sutton on Friday 8 - 2
to even their record at 3 wins & 3 losses. Douglas played solid
defense behind Rob Dixson who pitched a complete game scattering 7 hits and
allowing just 1 walk to pick up his 3rd win of the season. Matt Peladeau
went 2 for 3 with a 3-run HR and 4 RBI. Nolan Karsok went 3 for 3 with 2
doubles and a triple and Joey Batson was 3 for 4 to lead the Tigers' offense.
The Tigers play again this afternoon at Hopedale.
*The girls track and field team continued
their successful season, with a 105-27 victory over Hopedale Monday. The win
runs the team's record to 5-1, 2-0 in the DVC. Rachel Dixson and Anders
LaFortune led the way with two wins each. Other event winners included:
Jamie Keup, Courtney Hill, Micaela Goldenberg, Makenzie Cyr, Meghan Foley,
Taylor Catlin, Tess Miller and Olivia Collins.
*The boys team was also victorious, defeating Hopedale 89-47.
The team is now 3-3, 2-0 in the DVC. Randy Guertin, Luke Daly and
Justin Gualtieri were each multiple event winners. Other event winner
included Dylan Menard, Brandon Hoghaug, Liam King, Braden Mungeam, Nick Grondin
and Daveed Goldenberg.
*The varsity baseball team improved its record to
4 – 3 with a 12 – 6 win over Hopedale Monday. Andrew Brown picked up
his first win of the season on the mound for Douglas and Sam Mathews turned in
a strong relief appearance. Brandon Bara and Josiah Smith each had 3
hits, 2 RBI and scored 2 runs and Austin Carneiro had 2 RBI to pace the Tigers’
offense. The Tigers next face Whitinsville Christian here at the high
school tomorrow afternoon.
The varsity baseball team extended its record to 5 – 3 yesterday by pounding Whitinsville Christian 17 – 1. Garrett Hippert and Nick Balasco combined to allow 1 run on just 2 hits. Matt Peladeau upped his team-leading RBI total to 17 by driving in 4 runs. Joey Batson had 2 hits and 3 RBI and Josiah Smith also chipped in 3 RBI to lead the Tigers. The team’s next game is this afternoon at Millbury.
The Varsity Softball Team defeated WCS on Wednesday by a score of 13-12. Rebecca Gagnon drove in hannah Furno in the bottom of the seventh fro the walk off win. Kayla Lightbown went 4-5 with 4 singles while Hannah Furno also went 4-5 with 3 doubles. Anelia Marston pitched five good innings to aid in the Tiger victory.
The varsity baseball team extended its record to 5 – 3 yesterday by pounding Whitinsville Christian 17 – 1. Garrett Hippert and Nick Balasco combined to allow 1 run on just 2 hits. Matt Peladeau upped his team-leading RBI total to 17 by driving in 4 runs. Joey Batson had 2 hits and 3 RBI and Josiah Smith also chipped in 3 RBI to lead the Tigers. The team’s next game is this afternoon at Millbury.
The Varsity Softball Team defeated WCS on Wednesday by a score of 13-12. Rebecca Gagnon drove in hannah Furno in the bottom of the seventh fro the walk off win. Kayla Lightbown went 4-5 with 4 singles while Hannah Furno also went 4-5 with 3 doubles. Anelia Marston pitched five good innings to aid in the Tiger victory.
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Washington DC Band and Chorus Trip
Congratulations to the members of the music department for their successful performances at the Fiesta-val Music Festival this past weekend in Washington D. C.
Congratulations to the members of the music department for their successful performances at the Fiesta-val Music Festival this past weekend in Washington D. C.
The awards presented were as follows:
Concert Band – 1st place, rating of
“excellent”
Chorus – 1st place, rating of
“excellent”
Marching Percussion – 1st place,
rating of “excellent”
Majorettes – 1st place, rating of
“excellent”
Marching Band – 1st place, rating of
“excellent”
Indoor Guard – 1st place, rating of
superior
In addition the band was presented with the
“Grand Champion” award in the instrumental division with special recognition
awards presented to Shannon Walthall, Luke Daly, Chrissy Walthall, the
percussion section and the auxiliaries.
Once again, beyond these strong performances our students exhibited exceptional behavior and cast a very positive reflection on the school, community and their parents. We couldn't be more proud of them. They were able to do some sightseeing, everything from the White House, the Smithsonian, Washington and Lincoln Monuments and other venues.
Thanks go out to their advisor's and chaperones as well for providing our students with such a wonderful learning experience.
Once again, beyond these strong performances our students exhibited exceptional behavior and cast a very positive reflection on the school, community and their parents. We couldn't be more proud of them. They were able to do some sightseeing, everything from the White House, the Smithsonian, Washington and Lincoln Monuments and other venues.
Thanks go out to their advisor's and chaperones as well for providing our students with such a wonderful learning experience.
Well done, everyone! You continue to make us proud!
Science Fair Winners
World Language Night
Last night we held World Language Night, a night celebrating cultures around the world and the hard work our students have been doing this year in their language classes. The night was full of opportunities to hear, taste, see, and become immersed many cultures from around the globe. Some highlights included international dishes, bilingual karaoke, foreign film shorts, and arts and crafts for our young visitors. This very special night was organized by Joel Morin as his Senior Project along with support from World Language students.And thank you's to—Mrs. Cicero, Mr. Nauss, Ms. Smith and Ms. Turner.
Spldier's Field Clean-Up Day
Senior Project Brian Hasemann and Brandon Hoghaug
Both the baseball and softball fields were worked on and made ready for the remainder of the high school season. Our thanks to all who participated and to Brian and Brandon for this community service component of their Senior Project's.
Reminder
This year's Mr. DHS show will be held tonight at 7:30 PM in the auditorium. Tickets are available at the door for $5.00.
Yearbook
Blackstone Valley Education Foundation
Some Upcoming Events:
********April 18th - No School********
********Spring Break is April 18th - April 27th********
Student's will return to school on April 28th and we will follow a Day 2 class schedule.
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*Do you want to be someone's Fairy Godmother?! Well, all you have to do is donate a dress! Donations will support a dress program that gives free dresses to girls that cannot afford to attend prom. Prom gowns are desired, as well as bridesmaid and semi-formal dresses.
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*The School Store now has a Douglas Tiger Bracelet available for $22.00. Students are encouraged to stop by the store and view the bracelets. Why not get yours today!
Anyone is able to currently purchase a yearbook online at yearbookforever.com.
Simply go to that site, type in Douglas, MA, and from there you can customize the yearbook to your liking or simply purchase a plain yearbook at a base cost of $66.00.
The yearbook committee is also extending an invitation for parents and family members to take out an add in the yearbook. Businesses and groups are also invited to take out an add in this year's yearbook. Contact Mr. Nauss at the school for more information.
T-Shirt orders and Pinzs Permission Slips
Celebration Graduation is asking the Seniors to return both their T-Shirt and Pinz Permission slips to the HS before leaving for April vacation. They can either put them in the CG mail slot in the office or give them directly to Randy Guertin.
Blackstone Valley Education Foundation
On Thursday May 1st the BVEF will hold their 2014 Youth Leadership Academy's Graduation Ceremony. The evening will include a student exhibition of their community service projects concluding with a presentation of certificates. The students attending this years ceremony from the Douglas High School are: Emily Lane, Tess Miller, Grace Brownell and Morgan Mooney.
Some Upcoming Events:
********April 18th - No School********
********Spring Break is April 18th - April 27th********
Student's will return to school on April 28th and we will follow a Day 2 class schedule.
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* If your parents are still interested in ads for the yearbook you can pick up a form from Mr. Nauss.
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* Also, if you have any Middle or Elementary school photos that you'd like considered for the yearbook please give those to Mr. Nauss with your name on the back or you could email them to taryncordani@aol.com
***************************Do you want to be someone's Fairy Godmother?! Well, all you have to do is donate a dress! Donations will support a dress program that gives free dresses to girls that cannot afford to attend prom. Prom gowns are desired, as well as bridesmaid and semi-formal dresses.
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*The School Store now has a Douglas Tiger Bracelet available for $22.00. Students are encouraged to stop by the store and view the bracelets. Why not get yours today!
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*Prom tickets are now on sale! They will be available at 1st and 2nd lunches. Cost is $80.00 a ticket or $150.00 a couple. Tickets will be on sale until May 2nd.
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*Attention Juniors! Want to have fun with your class and get community service hours? Sign-up in the library to help out at the Douglas State Park on April 26th. Speak with your class officers or advisors if you have any questions.
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