Principal's Blog
May 6, 2016
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Wishing all our Mom's a very special Mother's Day this Sunday.
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Senior End-of-Year Schedule
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The link below will direct you to a recent article in the worcester Telegram relative to the May 2nd Town Meeting.
http://www.telegram.com/article/20160502/NEWS/160509810
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Madeline Peck was selected for Art All-State Program
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Blackstone Valley Youth Leadership Graduation Wednesday May 11th at 5:30
Sophomores Erin Correia and Trevor Mungeam will be participating in the Blackstone Valley Youth Leadership Academy graduation this Wednesday evening.
This graduation ceremony will celebrate the commitment and dedication that Erin, Trevor and other students throughout the Dual Valley have made to developing the skills to be leaders within their schools. We congratulate both Erin and Trevor and look forward to the graduation ceremony.
Below is a description of this program from the Blackstone Valley Education Collaborative.
The Youth Leadership Academy is a unique program of the Blackstone Valley Education Foundation and seeks to develop the leadership skills of young people and strengthen their connection to the Blackstone Valley. The academy offers students in our member schools a challenging curriculum beginning in late Fall and culminating in May with the creation and implementation of a service project. Each session is held in a different community where bits of history are shared, strengthening their connection to the Blackstone Valley.
The graduation ceremony will take place at Alternatives Whitin Mill GB & Lexi Singh Performance Center 60 Douglas Road Whitinsville, MA 01588
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Upcoming Exams:
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DHS Cancer Walk Sunday May 28th
Wonderful community service opportunity for students to participate in.
The DHS Student Council will host the 3rd annual Cancer Walk on Sunday, May 15th @ 9:00 am. All proceeds from this walk will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Participants will leave from the high school athletic field and follow a 10K route through town.
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Douglas High School Spring Concert
May 12, 2016 @ 6:30 pm
Auditorium
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Wishing all our Mom's a very special Mother's Day this Sunday.
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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
Chromebook Collection 8-9:15 AM
Chromebook Collection 8-9:15 AM
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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The link below will direct you to a recent article in the worcester Telegram relative to the May 2nd Town Meeting.
http://www.telegram.com/article/20160502/NEWS/160509810
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Madeline Peck was selected for Art All-State Program
Congratulations to Madeline Peck, who was selected to participate in the 2016 Art All-State program. This year was especially competitive with well over 200 juniors from across the state applying for only 144 coveted spots. Madeline will be traveling to UMass Dartmouth for the program on June 12-13, where she will collaborate with like minded art students and professional artists from all over Massachusetts. This is an incerdible opportunity and honor for Madeline and the DHS community!
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Blackstone Valley Youth Leadership Graduation Wednesday May 11th at 5:30
Sophomores Erin Correia and Trevor Mungeam will be participating in the Blackstone Valley Youth Leadership Academy graduation this Wednesday evening.
This graduation ceremony will celebrate the commitment and dedication that Erin, Trevor and other students throughout the Dual Valley have made to developing the skills to be leaders within their schools. We congratulate both Erin and Trevor and look forward to the graduation ceremony.
Below is a description of this program from the Blackstone Valley Education Collaborative.
The Youth Leadership Academy is a unique program of the Blackstone Valley Education Foundation and seeks to develop the leadership skills of young people and strengthen their connection to the Blackstone Valley. The academy offers students in our member schools a challenging curriculum beginning in late Fall and culminating in May with the creation and implementation of a service project. Each session is held in a different community where bits of history are shared, strengthening their connection to the Blackstone Valley.
Participation offers students opportunities to…
- Meet local & state leaders, members of the business community, as well as community stewards and volunteers
- Step outside comfort zone & meet students from other high schools
- Participate in & volunteer with local programs and events
- Identify, develop and practice personal leadership skills and styles
- Explore marketing concepts
- Build time management skills
- Practice public speaking & communication skills
- Learn how leadership efforts help to grow business throughout the valley
- Select, plan & implement an individual community service project
- Explore career opportunities & learn employability skills
The BVYLA program is an opportunity to forge new relationships and to experience accountability outside of the classroom, which can build self-esteem, self-awareness, and self-confidence among those who have not yet experienced those milestones. If you are interested in participating in this unique experience, please contact your school guidance counselor to learn about the process for your school.
The graduation ceremony will take place at Alternatives Whitin Mill GB & Lexi Singh Performance Center 60 Douglas Road Whitinsville, MA 01588
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AP Exam Dates, Times and Places 2016
DHS is wrapping up the first of two full weeks of Advanced Placement testing. By the end of next week, over 201 Advanced placement exams will have been taken by over 90 students from the Junior and Senior classes.
DHS is wrapping up the first of two full weeks of Advanced Placement testing. By the end of next week, over 201 Advanced placement exams will have been taken by over 90 students from the Junior and Senior classes.
Upcoming Exams:
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
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DHS Cancer Walk Sunday May 28th
Wonderful community service opportunity for students to participate in.
The DHS Student Council will host the 3rd annual Cancer Walk on Sunday, May 15th @ 9:00 am. All proceeds from this walk will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Participants will leave from the high school athletic field and follow a 10K route through town.
Registration is $10 and includes a free t-shirt for the first 50 people who sign-up, so don't wait! Cash and checks are accepted. All checks should be made out to the Town of Douglas. Registration forms can be found in the office or in Ms. Shaner's room.
Registering late? No worries! Saturday morning registration begins at 7:30 am.
Students will receive 5 hours of community service if they attend.
Students will receive 5 hours of community service if they attend.
Douglas High School Spring Concert
May 12, 2016 @ 6:30 pm
Auditorium
Join us for award-winning performances by our Concert Band, Chorus, Blue Light Special, Marching Band, Flags & Rifles, Majorettes, and Percussion Line. See highlights of the performances and routines that brought home trophies in all categories during our recent competition in New Jersey. Refreshments will be served. Raffle Prizes will be on display, and there will be a 50-50 Cash Raffle.
Back from New York
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The DHS Band/Chorus and Auxiliary
Teams recently participated in the Festival of Music at Felician University in
Lodi, NJ. During this trip they formally
performed in a number of categories for judging and performed very well. While
on this trip the students were able to visit Six Flags in NJ, the 9/11
Memorial, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. We extend our congratulations
to all the students who participated in this festival. They were awarded with
the following ratings for their performances:
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H.S.
Concert Band A – 2nd Place – Excellent
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H.S.
Marching Drum Line – 1st Place – Excellent
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H.S.
Indoor Guard – 1st Place – Excellent
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H.S.
Majorette Squad – 1st Place – Superior
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H.S.
Parade 1 – 1st Place –
Excellent
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H.S.
Concert Choir – 1st – Good
The H.S. would like to recognize
Mr. DeNoncour, Mr. Elliot, Ms. Manning, Mr. Rheaume, Ms. Barrows and all the
advisors and chaperones who supported our students at this festival. We also
extend our humble appreciation to the Douglas Band Boosters for their continued
support of these important extracurricular programs, especially this year with
providing financial support to keep these programs in place here at DHS.
Great job everyone.
Here are some photos from the trip:
Photos provided by Mr. DeNoncour. Thank you.
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Prom Time:
Jr./Sr. Prom – May 13, 2016 – Leicester Country Club in Leicester, MA
Please note:
Dismissal Time for Prom is no earlier than 11:07 am
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Band/Chorus/Auxiliary Honor Roll Breakfast
Upon their return to DHS from their Festival trip, we were able to recognize those members of the Band, Chorus and Auxiliary teams who achieved Honor Roll status for third quarter. Congratulations everyone.
Upon their return to DHS from their Festival trip, we were able to recognize those members of the Band, Chorus and Auxiliary teams who achieved Honor Roll status for third quarter. Congratulations everyone.
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May 13, 2016
4th Quarter Progress Reports Issued
Underclassmen
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This week in athletics at DHS
Softball: 4-5 record
Our Seniors: Samantha Martin and Shannon Harney
This year's team
Baseball: 1-6 record
Track: Boys and Girls teams both have a 2-1record
Softball: 4-5 record
Our Seniors: Samantha Martin and Shannon Harney
Baseball: 1-6 record
Track: Boys and Girls teams both have a 2-1record
