Principal's Blog
April 15, 2016
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It's Play Night
Aidan's King's play will be performed tonight at 7 p.m. in the DHS Auditorium. He has written and directed "The Untitled Aidan King Project" for his senior project, and it is really quite hilarious and showcases Aidan's zany sense of humor. It is family friendly (albeit bizarre) and proceeds will be supporting the Douglas High School Drama Club. Tickets are $5 each.
Break a leg everyone!
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It's Play Night
Aidan's King's play will be performed tonight at 7 p.m. in the DHS Auditorium. He has written and directed "The Untitled Aidan King Project" for his senior project, and it is really quite hilarious and showcases Aidan's zany sense of humor. It is family friendly (albeit bizarre) and proceeds will be supporting the Douglas High School Drama Club. Tickets are $5 each.
Break a leg everyone!
Please join us for a night of laughs!
Congratulations Aidan King on an exceptional Senior Project. Much to be proud of here.
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Important Reminder:
As we close out third quarter; it is important that the members of our Senior Class meet all obligations required for graduation. Please confirm with Mrs. Fitzpatrick that you have completed all of your community service obligations as well as the payment of your class dues as soon as possible. If a student or a parent has a concern for the status of their senior relative to these obligations they can contact Mrs. Fitzpatrick or me by email.
Remember that you must complete these obligations in order to participate in all Senior Week activities. Also that these obligations are linked to graduation requirements.
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Off To Disney
On Sunday morning; real early in the morning: 56 members of the Class of 2016 will be traveling to Orlando, Florida for five days and four nights at Disney World. These students have been looking forward to this for quite a period of time and we hope they have a great trip and that they don't forget to get and apply sunscreen.
The chaperones are: Mrs. Fitzpatrick; class advisor, Mr. Riordan, Ms. Braney, Mr. Thayer, and Mr. Elliot.
Have a great time everyone.
Last year's trip
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Stanley Koplik Awards
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YMCA Benefit:
Please click the link below to view the performance of the Blue Light Special at St. Peter Marian HS as part of a benefit to support the worcester YMCA. The performance is excellent.
Google Expeditions comes to DHS.
Please click below for a report on the recent visit by Google to DHS where they presented their latest technology; a virtual experience. I myself went to Verona, Italy; London, England and Versailles, France during the day. I did not however see; Romeo or Juliet; William Shakespeare or King Louis XIV while visiting this locations.
A huge thank you goes out to Mrs. Nichols for arranging for this opportunity for our school community as well as organizing the entire schedule that allowed faculty and students to participate throughout the day. A great experience. Click the link below for a report on the day's events.
Google Expeditions Video
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2016 Student Wellness Conference
As we close out third quarter; it is important that the members of our Senior Class meet all obligations required for graduation. Please confirm with Mrs. Fitzpatrick that you have completed all of your community service obligations as well as the payment of your class dues as soon as possible. If a student or a parent has a concern for the status of their senior relative to these obligations they can contact Mrs. Fitzpatrick or me by email.
Remember that you must complete these obligations in order to participate in all Senior Week activities. Also that these obligations are linked to graduation requirements.
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Off To Disney
On Sunday morning; real early in the morning: 56 members of the Class of 2016 will be traveling to Orlando, Florida for five days and four nights at Disney World. These students have been looking forward to this for quite a period of time and we hope they have a great trip and that they don't forget to get and apply sunscreen.
The chaperones are: Mrs. Fitzpatrick; class advisor, Mr. Riordan, Ms. Braney, Mr. Thayer, and Mr. Elliot.
Have a great time everyone.
Last year's trip
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Stanley Koplik Awards
Fifteen seniors were awarded the Koplik Certificate of Mastery with Distinction this week at DHS. This certificate is a non-need-based tuition waiver for Massachusetts public colleges and universities that recognizes outstanding achievement by our students in the fields of mathematics, science, arts and humanities. Students initially qualify for the Koplik Certificate of Mastery with Distinction by scoring in the "Advanced" area of at least one Grade 10 MCAS test subject, and "Proficient" on the remaining sections of the Grade 10 MCAS. Students must also fulfill additional requirements that include scoring a "3" or higher on two or more Advanced Placement exams, receiving a qualifying score on two or more SAT Subject Tests, or a combination of the two.
The following seniors received the award: Matthew Blanc, Alison Carroll, Alexandra Corso, Ryan Ellis, Micalea Goldenberg, Derek Guertin, Shannon Harney, Kristina King, Margaret Landry, Matthew LaTour, Austin Lemire, Virginia Maguire, Angela Pignatiello, Kaitlyn Reber, and Heather Welch.
YMCA Benefit:
Please click the link below to view the performance of the Blue Light Special at St. Peter Marian HS as part of a benefit to support the worcester YMCA. The performance is excellent.
Great job everyone. I also want to acknowledge Mr. DeNoncour and Ms. Burrows for all their dedication to the group and the performance.
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Off to New York:
The Douglas High School Band and Chorus will be participating in a three day two night trip to Festival of Music being held at Felician University in Lodi, NJ. The dates of the trip are Friday April 29th - May 1st.
All groups will be performing at the festival before judges on Friday. They will be competing with other high schools from the northeast at this festival.
During the trip, they will have the opportunity to attend an afternoon at Six Flags Great Adventure Park in Jackson, NJ; travel to NYC and spent time at the Top of the Rock Observatory in Rockefeller Plaza; Tour the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island and then conclude their trip by touring the 911 Memorial before returning to Douglas on Sunday May1st.
This is such a wonderful opportunity for our students to be able to compete in a performance based setting while also interacting with some historically poignant sites. We extend our best wishes to our students for their performances as well as express our gratitude to Mr. Elliot, Mr, DeNoncour, Ms. Burrows and Mr. Rheaume for their support of this experience for our students. We certainly value their dedication to the students and the quality of the programs.
Lastly, we again express our appreciation to the DHS Music Boosters for their on-going support of our students and our programs.
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Day of Silence
Sponsored by the DHS Gay-Straight Alliance
On Friday April 15, 2016, the GSA would like to include Douglas High School in the nation-wide initiative known as the Day of Silence. This event is one of the largest student-led actions in the country, and its purpose is to represent the silence faced by LGBT people and their allies every day. The Day of Silence is a silent and peaceful protest against anti-lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender bullying, harassment, and name calling. Anti-LGBT discrimination and name calling is not always targeted at members of that community, so the Day of Silence represents a peaceful protest of a problem that affects all students.
Typically on the Day of Silence, instead of speaking, participants will reveal a “speaking card” explaining their reasons for remaining silent throughout the day. The GSA will have a sign-up sheet at lunch next week and a list of participating students will be sent to all teachers. There are numerous ways in which the participating students can meet their academic responsibilities without speaking, so the GSA asks for your support with this program.
Google Expeditions comes to DHS.
Please click below for a report on the recent visit by Google to DHS where they presented their latest technology; a virtual experience. I myself went to Verona, Italy; London, England and Versailles, France during the day. I did not however see; Romeo or Juliet; William Shakespeare or King Louis XIV while visiting this locations.
A huge thank you goes out to Mrs. Nichols for arranging for this opportunity for our school community as well as organizing the entire schedule that allowed faculty and students to participate throughout the day. A great experience. Click the link below for a report on the day's events.
Google Expeditions Video
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AP Exam Dates,
Times and Places 2016
Chemistry:
Monday, May 2nd at 8:00 a.m. in B109
Environmental
Science: Monday, May 2nd at 8:00 a.m. in C119
Psychology:
Monday, May 2nd at 12:00 p.m. in guidance
Physics
1: Tuesday, May 3rd at 12:00 p.m. in C119
English
Literature and Composition: Wednesday, May 4th at 8:00
a.m.
in C 119
Calculus
AB: Thursday, May 5th at 8:00 a.m. in C119
Calculus
BC: Thursday, May 5th at 8:00 a.m. in B109
U.
S. History: Friday, May 6th
at 8:00 a.m. in C119
Biology:
Monday, May 9th at 8:00 a.m. in C119
Music
Theory: Monday, May 9th at 8:00 a.m. in guidance
U.
S. Government and Politics: Tuesday, May
10th at 8:00 a.m. in C119
English
Language and Composition: Wednesday, May 11th at 8:00 a.m. in
C116/115
World
History: Thursday, May 12th at 8:00 a.m. in guidance
Statistics:
Thursday, May 12th at 12:00 p.m. in C116/115
Microeconomics: Friday, May 13th at 8:00 a.m. in C
119
Please have all
students arrive to testing 15-20 minutes before test with calculators, extra pencils,
pens as needed and allowed.
Guidance Department Update:
Ten juniors and seniors attended the 2016 Health & Science Career Expo held at Holy Cross on Tuesday, April 12. The expo, which was hosted by UMASS Memorial Health Care, allowed students to explore health and science careers, meet clinical and business professionals, and talk to colleges and universities
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2016 Student Wellness Conference
Seniors Tess Miller and Bradley
Novack attend the 2016 Student Wellness Summit sponsored by the Worcester
County District Attorney Joseph D. Early's office. Tess and Bradley attended
this conference with School Resource Officer Brett Fullone and Officer Anthony
Yannino. The event took place on Tuesday April 12th at Worcester State
University.
This is an annual event that is open
to middle and high school students. It addresses many of the issues associated
with substance abuse among adolescents.
The summit was attended by student representatives from school districts
throughout Central Massachusetts and beyond.
District Attorney Early opened the
event by welcoming everyone in attendance. While attending the Summit; Tess and
Bradley heard from Keynote Presenter:
John Morello and “Dirt”; his one man
show that addresses substance abuse and bullying among teens and explores the
challenges and choices that young people face every day.
They also watched “If Only”; a short
film intended for teens, parents and adults to raise awareness about the
dangers of prescription drug misuse and abuse.
Directed and produced by James Wahlberg, brother of Mark Wahlberg
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They also had opportunity to hear the
personal story of Shawn Loiseau; a native of Shrewsbury, MA and a former NFL Linebacker.
Students were also provided a full
lunch in the University’s Campus Dining Hall which overlooks the Lancers’
football stadium.
We want to express our appreciation
to both Officer Fullone and Yannino for their support in providing this
opportunity for Tess and Bradley.
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National Honor Society attends a Student Leadership Conference @ Holy Cross
National Honor Society attends a Student Leadership Conference @ Holy Cross
This past Wednesday (April 8) seven members of the National Honor Society attended the Holy Cross Leadership Conference. Meghan Foley, Sophie Thorson, Bailey Jeffers, Kaylee Klenk, Micalea Goldenberg, Meredith Roberts and Maggie Landry participated in an event filled with student workshops promoting wellness, leadership, and service. The highlight of the occasion was speaker/singer/songwriter James Orrigo. His presentation, termed "Lad in a Battled" revealed his experiences with personal tragedy and using this as fuel to dedicate one's life to helping others. It was truly an inspirational presentation!
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Tiger Jam a Huge Success!!!
On April 2nd, DHS once again enjoyed the music of the annual Tiger Jam event. This year there were 24 acts which included present students and alumni from DHS. As always our students were backed up by our House Band "The Hortons". The Horton's is comprised of Mr. Elliot on keyboards; Mr. Riordan on bass and backing vocals; Mr. LaChapelle on rhythm guitar and Mr. DeNoncour on anything and everything. New this year to Tiger jam was the brass section that featured Mr. DeNoncour, Mr. Rheaume and Mr. Nathan Zane. Mr. Zane came to Douglas from the North Shore to support two student performances. We thank him for taking the time to do so. It was great evening of entertainment
Photos from Tiger Jam
We extend our appreciation to Mr. Phil Smith for sharing with us these wonderful photo's from the concert.
We extend our appreciation to Mr. Phil Smith for sharing with us these wonderful photo's from the concert.
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Tentative Senior End of Year Schedule:
Senior Project Presentations – begin May 2nd, 2016
Senior Class Trip – Disney – April 17- 21, 2016
Jr./Sr. Prom – May 13, 2016 – Leicester Country Club in Leicester, MA
Senior
End-of-Year Schedule
2016
Senior Exams & Activities
Monday – May 23rd
Period B
7:35 AM – 9:05 AM
Period C
9:15 AM -10:45 AM
Tuesday – May 24th
Period D
7:35 AM – 9:05 AM
Period E
9:15 AM -10:45 AM
Wednesday – May 25th
Period F
7:35 AM – 9:05 AM
Period G
9:15 AM -10:45 AM
Thursday – May 26th
Make-up
Exam 7:35 AM – 9:05 AM
Senior Declaration - 9:15 AM -11:30 AM Mandatory
Friday -May 27th
Rehearsal 9:15 AM -11:30 AM Mandatory
Tuesday - May 31st
Rehearsal 10:00 AM -12:15 PM Mandatory
Wednesday - June 1st
Rehearsal 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Mandatory
Senior Picnic - 12:30 -2:00
Thursday - June 2nd
Rehearsal 10:00 AM - 11:30 PM Mandatory
Friday – June 3rd
Graduation Ceremony – 5:30 PM
Athletic Field
Senior Week Activities:
Wednesday
May 25th Spring Sports Awards and Senior
Athlete Night 6:30
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Tuesday May 31st Senior Class Night 6:30 PM (Mandatory attendance)
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Wednesday June 1st Senior Picnic 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Thursday June 2nd Baccalaureate 7:00 PM St. Denis Church
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Friday June 3rd Graduation 5:30 PM Athletic
Field weather permitting. (Mandatory attendance)
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Thursday June 9th Music Awards Night 6:30 PM
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TBD
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Photo's from yesterday's track meet versus Sutton:
We extend our appreciation to Mr. Dan Goldenberg for these great action shots.
                
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