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!

Thank you to StuCo for last weekend's Homecoming Spirit Week, Pep Rally, and Dance!

Teachers and students swapped wardrobe places -- including props-- for Teacher / Student Swap Dress Up Day!

The first pep rally in the new gymnasium did not disappoint!

There really is no explaining the fun of a pep rally; you just have to see it. Above, to wit, is Mr. Bresky being pulled by Ms. Robbins and Mr. Fazio during a grade-level and faculty competition. This was the first pep rally and dance held in the brand new gymnasium.

Thank you to our awesome student council and all the faculty and staff who participated, helped organize, run, and chaperone throughout Homecoming Week! Saturday's dance was held in the decorated and festive gymnasium! 💕

Boys Varsity Soccer Senior Night!

Congratulations to our seven senior boys who were celebrated at Wednesday's Senior Night! Click here to see more photos from Wednesday's Boys Varsity Soccer Senior Night from the Live Feed posting!

Algebra 1: "Math in 3 Acts"

Students in Mrs. Robbins' Algebra 1 class watched Act 1, showing a basketball player and comparing his height to various objects.  From there, students asked questions and made observations.  Act 2 relayed some information and students determined they were to calculate how many cups stacked together it took to reach the height of the basketball player.  Using linear algebra, y = mx + b, in Act 3 they calculated that he was ~126 cups tall.  

Photography Class Sharpens Their Focus!

Over the past few weeks in Ms. Battles' Photography Class, students have been mastering how to achieve sharp focus on their subjects while also strengthening their photo editing skills.

🗓️Parents / Guardians: mark your calendars!

Teacher conferences will be held on Monday, November 10th from 5:30 - 7:30! Stay tuned for details in an upcoming memo on how to sign up for a conference!

🥳SHOW YOUR SCHOOL SPIRIT IN AND OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL! FAMILIES--GET IN ON THE SWAGTASTIC GEAR TO SHOW YOUR PANTHER PRIDE!

• Follow the David Prouty Athletic 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.

• Click to support the Music Boosters by purchasing some Band Swag! Complete the order form to buy Music Boosters swag and thank you for supporting our Panther Music Program!

Environmental Science Students Apply Real-World Skills!

When removing invasive species, getting the roots out is important! Above, juniors in Environmental Science help Common Ground Land Trust at their Greenville Pond Property.

Below, Environmental Science Students also visited Casella Material Recovery Facility in Auburn. Students learned how loud, smelly, and dangerous recycling can be when the wrong materials are placed among legitimate items (batteries do not belong in the recycling, they cause fires!).

DPHS 9th Graders started their FOURTH and FINAL rotation of Exploratory at David Prouty High School today, Friday, October 17!

Please remember, as students start their fourth rotation, conversations you can have at home that support your child's consideration about their goals, interests, skills, and hobbies, and how that may influence their choice in a program for Quarter 2, are greatly appreciated! Stay tuned for more information on placements for the remainder of the year!

Freshmen: Learn MORE about your CTE Choices!

We want to provide more information about where each could lead. Click on the thumbnail (above) to access a folder that contains flyers about study in our four popular, real-world relevant study pathways!

David Prouty High School has a diverse set of Career and Technical Education programs in Criminal Justice, Early Education and Care (Early Childhood Education), Environmental Science, or Marketing ON SITE and through off-site internships and industry placements 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 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!

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to building administration, guidance, or the CTE faculty.

STAY at Prouty....and GO FAR in your career!

Your feedback is important to us! Please click here to submit a response to our feedback survey! This survey is optional, and your name, as well as email address, is not collected unless you opt to share it with us.

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:

Stay tuned for other opportunities!

Research shows that students who find a connection at school tend to do better overall academically, attendance wise, and remain engaged in a way that improves their overall school career experience!

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!

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Click on the thumbnail below or click here to access the October Edition of the awesome DPHS Guidance Newsletter!

College Admissions Visits Fall 2025

• Westfield State University: Monday, October 20; 8 AM

• Quinsigamond Community College: Wednesday October 22; 9:30 AM

• UMass Dartmouth: Tuesday, October 28; 12:45 PM

• UConn: Friday, October 31; 1 PM

• University of Rhode Island: Wednesday, November 5; 8:30 AM

• Salem State University: Friday, November 7; 12:45 PM

Federal Student Aid ID Reminder
As high school seniors and their families wait for the Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be available on October 1, there is an opportunity to apply now for their Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) so that they will be ready when the application opens. Other resources available to help students afford a college degree include:

• MassEducate provides free tuition and fees at the state’s community colleges for all eligible Massachusetts students.

• MASSGrant Plus can provide significant discounts (up to free tuition and fees) at the state’s four-year universities depending on family income.

• Eligible, non-U.S. citizens can apply for state financial aid through the Massachusetts Application for State Financial Aid (MASFA).

• Information about applying for financial aid, including links to information and one-on-one help, is available online.

2026-2027 FAFSA Form is here! It's here and it's earlier than ever before! Complete your FAFSA form today at http://fafsa.gov

Counselors are meeting with seniors! Stay tuned for more information directly from counselors!

Student counselors are assigned as follows:

A-K Mrs. Arguello: arguelloj@sebrsd.org

L-Z Mrs. Paradis: paradisc@sebrsd.org

Click HERE for the interactive SEBRSD Food Service Menu!

Danielle Breault, David Prouty High School Nurse

breaultd@sebrsd.org 🏫 508-885-8505 dial 1 for the nurse

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to emphasize the importance of early detection and adopt healthy habits that promote long-term wellness. While breast cancer is rare in teens, learning about self-awareness and family health history is an important step toward lifelong health. Please encourage the women in your life to schedule regular screenings!

Learn more about breast cancer and click the link from National Breast Cancer Foundation  https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/what-is-breast-cancer/

The pink ribbon has become the universal symbol of breast cancer, illustrating the cause, raising awareness, and bringing together women in solidarity. 

Health Tips

Fall brings cooler weather and an increase in respiratory illnesses, such as the common cold, flu, RSV, and COVID-19. Protect yourself and others by practicing healthy habits daily:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water - especially before eating and using shared devices

• Avoid touching your face

• Cover your coughs and sneezes with your elbow or a tissue - then wash or sanitize your hands

• Keep your immune system strong by getting enough rest, eating well, and staying hydrated

• Fresh air - when possible, open windows and spend time outdoors 

• Stay home if you’re sick - students' symptoms must be improving, and they must be fever-free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication before returning to school

Please call or email the nurse with any questions or concerns!

CHECK OUT a DPHS game! Upcoming weeks' schedule:

Week of October 20-24

PARKING RESTRICTIONS FOR GAMES AT DAVID PROUTY, HURLEY FIELD

Click HERE for DPHS Athletics webpage!

Be sure 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!