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!

StuCo Sponsoring "Pink Panther" Shirts

to Support Breast Cancer Awareness!

Click here or on the flyer above to order!

Congratulations to DPHS Cheer!

The David Prouty Cheer Team earned 2nd place at their first competition last weekend at Wachusett!

David Prouty High School on Display!

Thank you to Ms. Leveillee and Mr. Barnett, joined by Student Council member Martina Ethier, for attending the Knox Trail Open House on Thursday, October 23, to share information about DPHS programs! Our school representatives were excited to meet further Panthers!

Alumni! We Need Your Input!

Click here to share your DPHS story!

We invite you to share your experiences following graduation, as well as the ways in which your education at David Prouty High School prepared you for life beyond earning your diploma. 

Educators are continually engaged in reflecting on and refining their work to provide the highest quality learning experience for students. This partnered with your insights will contribute to our ongoing efforts to enhance the education experience for current and future students at DPHS. By taking a few minutes to complete this survey, you will help us better understand the lasting impact of a Prouty education.

Thank you for your time, your perspective, and connection to the David Prouty community!

Registration for Winter Athletics is OPEN! Click here and register on Family ID. All students must have a current physical in order to participate.

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.

Tonight: Friday, October 24!

David Prouty Girls Soccer team is making tonight SSC youth night to celebrate our senior players and our future young players, girls and boys!! Any player who shows up wearing their town soccer jerseys will get in for free and will be welcomed onto the field to help send the girls into their last regular-season game!!

🗓️Parents / Guardians: Sign up for Conferences!

Teacher conferences will be held on Monday, November 10th from 5:30 - 7:30! Click here to sign up with a teacher or teachers individually. While appointments are not required, they are welcome and encouraged in order to ensure a meeting is possible. If a teacher's appointment schedule fills up or is not available on the evening of conferences when you are, please contact them directly. The staff directory can be found on our website.

David Prouty Marching Band on Display!

It's been a busy stretch for the Panther Marching Band! They joined "The Power and Class of New England"-- the UMASS Minuteman Marching Band--along with dozens of high school bands on Saturday, October 18 at the annual UMASS Band Day event (above)! Student musicians got an opportunity to see each other, perform in front of a university crowd and share the camaraderie of music and band life. Thank you to our Panther Marching Band for showing what David Prouty Pride is all about. Below, the Panther Marching Band is shown at a competition in Norwood on Sunday, where they earned 3 out of 5 stars in Percussion, Color Guard, Music, and Overall Performance!

Cultural Appreciation Week Celebration at East Brookfield District Court

Cultural Appreciation Week was celebrated at East Brookfield District Court on Monday, October 20. Featuring artwork from students in the SEB school district, as well as the David Prouty Marching Panthers, this event was focused on celebrating the history of our communities, courthouse, and what makes it special! Thank you to the East Brookfield District Court for the opportunity to showcase our students and participate in this important event!

🥳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!

Hiking Students Apply Outdoor Living Skills!

Boiling water is a quick and easy way to purify it. Learning how to make a small but safe spot fire can be helpful. Simple rules in Mr. Barnett's Hiking class: you get one match and your fire must burn for one minute. Students spend time learning how fire works and are allowed plenty of time to collect tinder and kindling. With a little patience and effort, everyone was successful! Below, shelter building is demonstrated and tested for students practicing their survival skills.

DPHS 9th Graders are in their FOURTH and FINAL rotation of Exploratory at David Prouty High School !

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!

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!

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

College Admissions Visits Fall 2025

• 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!

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Registration for Winter Athletics is OPEN! Click here and register on Family ID. All students must have a current physical in order to participate.

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Ticketing for DPHS football game at Southbridge on Friday, 10/24 can be purchased at the gate with cash of on Go Fan!

Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students

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CHECK OUT a DPHS game! Upcoming weeks' schedule:

Week of October 27-31

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!