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!
Don't forget Monday, January 19 is a holiday with no school in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
In the spirit of MLK Day, please consider how you can serve others in your local or wider community. We are all in this together!
Be sure to note recent updates to this year's school calendar!
On Tuesday, January 13, the SEBRSD School Committee voted to amend the school calendar to include two additional school days in an effort to mitigate the impact of days we were forced to close following the flood on December 16 at the high school building. On that day, the flood damage at the high school building created conditions that canceled school for five school days leading up to the planned release for the holiday break (December 17, 18, 19, 22, and 23, 2025), and these days must be made up in order to reach the 180-school day mandate.
Please note:
Thursday, January 29, 2026 was originally slated to be a full professional development day for teachers and no school for students; January 29 will now be a HALF DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS AT DAVID PROUTY HIGH SCHOOL ONLY with dismissal at 11:06 a.m.;
Friday, April 3, 2026 was originally slated to be a no-school day for students and faculty / staff in observance of Good Friday; April 3 will now be a FULL DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND STAFF AT DAVID PROUTY HIGH SCHOOL ONLY;
Transportation will be provided as usual.
Please remember these two changes affect ONLY David Prouty High School. The remaining district school buildings will follow the originally-published school calendar with a full professional development day for faculty / staff on January 29 (no school for students) and no school on April 3 in observance of Good Friday.
The remaining three days that must be made up will be added to the end of the school as of now. If changes due to excessive snow days are necessary, updates will be shared as soon as they are known.
Congratulations to our December Students of the Month!
As part of the National Honor Society's Be the Change project, each month NHS recognizes two students with the Panthers of the Month award.
Panthers of the Month are nominated by the faculty for helping others, making more of an effort, and/or being role models for our school.
Congratulations to Jayce Acevedo and Goodness Mercy Asensoh for being our Panthers of the Month for December!
Thank you for making positive contributions to our DPHS community!
Students Thank Construction Teams & Local EMS!
On Friday, January 16, Student Council members from DPHS demonstrated their gratitude to the many, many people who responded to the recent flood situation. Teams related to the construction of the new building from Fontaine Bros. and Colliers International, as well as several local emergency response agencies including Spencer Fire, Spencer Police, and Leicester Fire & EMS showed a level of dedication that is impossible to describe and even more difficult to adequately thank them for. Following the burst pipe on Tuesday, December 16, which caused extensive damage to the brand-new David Prouty High School, emergency services and these construction-related teams responded to safely evacuate the building, clean up the immediate and extensive water, and then essentially tear out and reconstruct multiple spaces--including the gymnasium--that would be needed for the high school to continue operating. Despite an 5-day early, unplanned start to the December holiday break, Colliers and Fontaine Bros., pulled off what can only be described as INCREDIBLE feat, sacrificing much their own holiday time with family and friends to ensure our students and faculty / staff could return on time in January. It was a truly impressive demonstration of professionalism, heartfelt dedication, and honorable service that we continue to be humbled by.
StuCo members presented thank-you posters to the teams they know deserve enormous gratitude on Friday, and the teams' are shown below, accepting these tokens of DPHS appreciation.
We extend our most heartfelt thanks to the safety professionals who managed the emergency in the beginning, and to these phenomenal construction teams, these dedicated professionals, who have worked on this project for years and become part of the community. Their immense investment in the Spencer-East Brookfield District shows, and our thanks are endless.
Early College High School Students Show Their Swag!
David Prouty High School Early College High School students recently received some Worcester State University swag to celebrate their participation in the program. These students completed a semester course, WSU College Writing I, with a WSU instructor. Stay tuned for more information and a formal kickoff and celebration of the DPHS Early College High School program this spring!
Mock Trial Team Celebrates a Win!
Inclement weather, snow / ice delays and cancellations will be sent by the district when decisions about school have been made and you will receive automated calls and texts. Please be sure your most updated contact information is on file with the schools. Posts will also be made on the District's Facebook page. Snow days will impact the last day of school, which will be noted in Important Dates & Reminders, below, as well as being listed in the Events section of the DPHS website.
WHEN THE DISTRICT HAS A DELAYED OPENING, THE SCHEDULE CHANGES SLIGHTLY. WATCH FOR THE LIVE FEED OF THE DAY'S BELL SCHEDULE WHEN DELAYS ARE CALLED!
🎒Attendance Matters!
Did you know student attendance in school is a legal requirement that schools are obligated to track and report? Schools have a variety of resources to assist when students are school avoidant or reluctant to attend. If you need assistance, best to reach out and document your efforts as parents / guardians because if court support becomes necessary, the attempts to obtain help are often viewed favorably!
AND it's the law!
SWAG STORES! 🥳 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.
Music Boosters' Swag Store Link
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
Great Advice for Enjoying Winter!
Using those skills on Mt. Wachusett, students in Mr. Barnett's Hiking course encountered cool, foggy, ice conditions. Students planned their own small group hikes to the summit allowing them to practice their leadership skills, then celebrated as a class all the way back down!
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!
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 |
Envirothon | Mr. Barnett | Thursdays after school |
Yearbook | Mr. Oftring | See Mr. Oftring, Rm. 318 |
Art Club | Ms. Battles | Every other Thursday (Nov. 20, Dec. 4 & 18) |
Connections Club | Ms. Robbins | Every other Thursday |
Student Council | Ms. Leveillee | Every other Tuesday |
National Honor Society | Ms. Forfa & Ms. Jyringi | Every other Tuesday, 7:15 a.m. |
e-Sports | Mr. Bassett | See Coach Bassett for available games & schedule |
Dungeons & Dragons | Mr. deVarennes | Mondays |
Film Club | Mr. Oftring | Thursdays |
Philosophical Debate Club | Mr. Malaxos | Mondays |
Mock Trial Club | Mr. Hauske | Mondays |
Ski / Snowboard Club | Mr. deVarennes & Mrs. Forfa | See flyer here for dates and details! |
Chorus Opportunity! 🎶
Interested in singing with a group of amazing people? Sign up here and be part of the David Prouty Chorus! Rehearsals will meet on Mondays from 4-5:30pm starting January 26th, 2026.
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!
Scheduling for School Year 2026-2027 is already on our minds!
Students can expect to be meeting with their counselors during the first two weeks in February to discuss scheduling for next year. Please be monitoring your student's progress so that you can participate in the discussions, which are very important and exciting conversations as students progress year to year!
Click on the thumbnail below or click here to access the Quarter / Term 2 Edition of the awesome DPHS Guidance Newsletter!
Federal Student Aid ID Reminder
The Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) was made available on October 1! Students should also apply 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
Click here for a video tutorial on FAFSA!
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
Monday, January 19 | Tuesday, January 20 | Wednesday, January 21 | Thursday, January 22 | Friday, January 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
No School Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | School starts with F block | School starts with A block | School starts with F block | School starts with A block |
Walking Tacos | Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Sandwich | Orange Chicken | Pizza | |
OR, these options are also available daily: Sun Butter & Jelly Sandwich / Salad w/protein Interactive menu link here (and below!) | ||||
Click HERE for the interactive SEBRSD Food Service Menu!
Please stay tuned for any changes to the calendar caused by the water damage-related cancellations that we had before the holiday break. We will update the calendar, including ongoing updates on "last day of school" for the year whenever any changes are approved.
Date | Event / Date of Note |
|---|---|
Friday, January 16 | Term 2 Closed! |
Monday, January 19 | No School--Martin Luther King Day |
Thursday, January 29 | **NEW** Half Day of School for students at DPHS ONLY |
Half Professional Development Day for Faculty / Staff in p.m. | |
(Previously no school for students and a full day PD day for faculty ) | |
NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS IN OTHER SEBRSD SCHOOLS | |
February 16 - 20 | No School--February Break |
Friday, April 3 | **NEW** FULL DAY of School for students at DPHS ONLY |
(Previously a holiday for Good Friday) | |
NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS IN OTHER SEBRSD SCHOOLS | |
April 20-24 | No School--April Break |
Monday, May 25 | No School--Memorial Day |
**NEW** Wednesday, June 17 | Last Day / 180th Day of School |
Half Day of School | |
This is subject to change if inclement weather or other reasons necessitate the cancellation of school. |
Danielle Breault, David Prouty High School Nurse
breaultd@sebrsd.org 🏫 508-885-8505 dial 1 for the nurse
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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!
Next Week's Games & Meets!
Click HERE or on the schedule above 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)!