David Prouty has a culture of continuous improvement! We strive for improvement in every aspect of teaching & learning and the student experience in order to support students being productive at their highest levels. We are in the business of student achievement and building a positive school culture--these are the only agendas at DPHS that count!
Did you miss The Spencer Fair last weekend?
David Prouty had student activities-sponsored booths at the Fair all weekend!
You can also see great coverage from the Spencer Cable Access Facebook page by clicking here!
🎓 David Prouty's Early College High School in action!
David Prouty High School received its official designation as an Early College High School this summer! As part of this DESE-affiliated program, Worcester State University instructors are on site, working with DPHS students in college-level courses! This is an exciting opportunity for DPHS students, providing college credit-bearing coursework done right here during their high school day, continuing and strengthening David Prouty's partnership with Worcester State University!
GEAR UP! SWAGTASTIC! The David Prouty Athletic Boosters are pumped to kick off the 2025–2026 sports season with fresh new spirit wear & concessions!
Follow the David Prouty Boosters on Facebook for access to the latest gear, price list, and updates on where to find us during home games. They'll be at most home games—so swing by, grab some swag and a snack, and learn how you can support our student-athletes through the Boosters program.
Unified Basketball is coming to Prouty this fall!
The team will compete in a league with teams from surrounding high schools. Unified sports bring together students with and without intellectual disabilities to train and compete on the same team to represent their school. Please see below for more information on how to join. We look forward to a great season!
Career & Technical Education Marketing Program
This week in Mr. Oftring's 9th grade classroom, students prepared and gave presentations about themselves to classmates. As part of the Marketing Exploratory rotation that 9th graders take, students begin to think about how to create eye-catching marketing by starting with a familiar product: "All About Me". Students will rotate to all four of our Career and Technical Education programs this first term before placement for terms 2 through 4 in one to finish the year. More on our awesome CTE program below!
Freshmen: Learn MORE about your CTE Choices!
What is CTE? CTE stands for Career and Technical Education. Think you need to attend a vocational-technical school to get real-world training during high school? Guess again!
Stay at Prouty AND get a head start on your career!
David Prouty High School has a diverse set of Career and Technical Education programs ON SITE designed to put students in the driver's seat for their futures with four relevant, high-demand options for career training and real-world experience.
At DPHS, students who are interested have the option to enter multi-year programs that provide hands-on study in Criminal Justice, Early Education and Care (Early Childhood Education), Environmental Science, or Marketing. As part of the CTE program, students get intensive programming in their chosen field, with capstone projects and internship opportunities with outside organizations directly using their training without leaving their friends or David Prouty High School!
Last week we introduced the CTE program, and this week, we are sharing details about each one! As the first rotation progresses and 9th graders begin to get a sense of what they entail, we wanted to provide more information about where each could lead. Click on any or all of the thumbnails below to learn about study in our four popular, real-world relevant study pathways!
Environmental Science
Criminal Justice
Early Education and Care
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to building administration, guidance, or the CTE faculty.
Ashley Leveillee, Early Education and Care and CTE Department Head (leveilleea@sebrsd.org)
James Barnett, Environmental Science (barnettj@sebrsd.org)
Hillary Murray, Criminal Justice (murrayh@sebrsd.org)
Michael Oftring, Marketing (oftringm@sebrsd.org)
STAY at Prouty....and GO FAR in your career!
🗓️ Please join us for a David Prouty New Building Open House on Tuesday, September 23! The public is welcome to tour the new facility from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.!
Back-to School Paperwork!
Please be sure you are accessing Family ID to complete all needed paperwork and important acknowledgments!
This is especially important to ensure that the primary / secondary contact, emergency, medical, and other information is updated and current in our system.
For incoming freshmen and new students, Chromebooks will be issued after the Student Handbook acknowledgment, which includes the Acceptable Use Policy, is signed!
Click here, on the thumbnail below, or use your camera and QR code to access the Family ID webpage! Directions below will get you to the appropriate location online.
Be sur
e to also keep our website bookmarked as our Live Feed feature will have any late-breaking information between editions of The Friday Memo.
If you have not yet done so, download the app and sign up for notifications! You can receive alerts that let you know new information has been posted or shared! Don't miss a thing at DPHS! See below for app download information! Once you have downloaded the app, tap the district logo in the upper right corner to reach a menu and select David Prouty High School from the list. then, tap the Menu icon in the lower left corner to reach a list where "Notifications" can be accessed.
Apple / IOS users: click HERE / Android users: click HERE
Click HERE for instructions for personalizing your SEBRSD app (or on the thumbnail right)!
Stay in the KNOW on the GO!
⚽Athletes! You have until NEXT Friday, September 12 to register for the Fall season! Go to the Athletics webpage! Don't forget a current physical is required to be on file!
Attendance Matters! Parents / guardians play a key role in supporting your child and preparing them for a successful future. Engaging children in learning so they are equipped and feel empowered for the next steps in life after graduation starts with attending school regularly.
Regular school attendance is critical to student success, not just academically, but for social/ emotional health, as well. Excessive school absences not only cause students to fall behind academically but can also cause anxiety issues when returning to school, due to missed lessons and make-up work. In addition, peer relationships can be negatively impacted.
We will keep a running list of Important Dates & Reminders for you each week in The Friday Memo so you can be sure not to miss anything important. For planning purposes, check out the district calendar here or click on the thumbnail (right).
Stay tuned for the many opportunities to get involved at Prouty! The high school experience is enhanced by getting involved in activities or sports that you think you might (or already!) enjoy, and finding or deepening connections with classmates and friends of all grades!
David Prouty High School offers these organizations to make finding YOUR place in our community even more fun:
Club / Activity | Faculty Advisor(s) | Upcoming Meetings |
|---|---|---|
Marching Band | Ms. Forfa | Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2:30 - 5:00 |
Chorus | Ms. Forfa | Look for interest survey coming soon! |
Envirothon | Mr. Barnett | Stay tuned! |
Yearbook | To be filled | Stay tuned! |
Art Club | Ms. Battles | Stay tuned! |
Connections Club | Ms. Robbins | Stay tuned! |
Student Council | Ms. Leveillee | Stay tuned! |
National Honor Society | Ms. Forfa & Ms. Jyringji | Every other Tuesday, 7:15 a.m. starting 9/16 |
e-Sports | Mr. Bassett | See Coach Bassett for available games & schedule |
Stay tuned for other opportunities!
Each week we will include information from the counselors, including visits from area colleges and universities! Visits are newly added each week so please check back so you don't miss anything!
College Admissions Visits Fall 2025
Fitchburg State University: Thursday September 11, 2025; 10 AM
Assumption University: Wednesday, September 17, 2025; 8:30 AM
Worcester State University: Thursday September 18, 2025; 9 AM
UMass Amherst: Thursday, October 2, 2025; *TENTATIVE, TIME TBD.
Suffolk University: Monday October 6, 2025; 1:15 PM
Worcester Polytechnic Institute: Wednesday, October 8, 2025; 9 AM
UMass Lowell: Wednesday October 15, 2025; 8:30 AM
Counselors will be starting meeting with seniors within the next week or so! Stay tuned for more information directly from counselors!
Student counselors are assigned as follows:
(Please note the correction to alphabetic assignments: last name L students are assigned to Mrs. Paradis!)
A-K Mrs. Arguello: arguelloj@sebrsd.org
L-Z Mrs. Paradis: paradisc@sebrsd.org
Helpful info for each day!
Monday, September 8 | Tuesday, September 9 | Wednesday, September 10 | Thursday, September 11 | Friday, September 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Turkey & Bacon Sandwich | Chicken Patty Sandwich | Egg & Cheese Sandwich | Beef & Cheese Taco Stick | Cheese Pizza |
OR, these options: Sun Butter & Jelly Sandwich Salad w/protein Interactive menu link here (and below!) | ||||
School starts with A block | School starts with F block | School starts with A block | School starts with F block | School starts with A block |
Click HERE for the interactive SEBRSD Food Service Menu!
Date | Event / Date of Note |
|---|---|
Friday, September 12 | Fall Athletic Registration CLOSES! |
Tuesday, September 23 | Open House event, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Public welcome to come tour the new high school building! | |
Thursday, October 9 | School Picture Day! |
Monday, October 13 | No School--Columbus / Indigenous People's Day |
Monday, November 10 | School Picture RETAKE Day! |
Tuesday, November 11 | No School--Veterans Day |
Wednesday, November 26 | Half Day of School |
Dismissal at 11:06 a.m. | |
November 27 - 28 | No School--Thanksgiving Break |
Danielle Breault, David Prouty High School Nurse
breaultd@sebrsd.org 🏫 508-885-8505 dial 1 for the nurse
📝 Student Health Information: Please notify the school nurse of any health concerns you may have for your student. Ensure your student's allergies and authorization for over-the-counter (OTC) medications are complete in FamilyID. This is located under Concerns and Comments. OTC medications will not be administered without a signed consent. Please click OTC permission for a hard copy.
💊 Medications at School: All medications (prescription and over-the-counter) must be brought to the Health Office by a parent/guardian along with a physician’s order. Medications must be in the original labeled bottle and contain no more than a 30-day supply. Students may not carry medications unless specifically authorized by the nurse and the physician.
Health Tips:
💦 Stay Hydrated: Bring a refillable water bottle, use our brand new water refill stations, and stay hydrated! Water is vital and plays a key role in many of our body’s functions. Water can help you stay focused and have more energy. It can prevent issues like headaches, irritability, and fatigue.
Please call or email the nurse with any questions or concerns!
Fall Sports Registration ENDS NEXT Friday, September 12!
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