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!
🫵 You're INVITED!
🗓️ Please join us for a David Prouty New Building Open House on Tuesday, September 23! The public is invited to tour the new facility from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.!
This event is being held to provide the community, who has been so supportive during this transformative construction / renovation project, the chance to tour the brand new wing of David Prouty High School. It is not a teacher conference event; please stay tuned for more information on teacher conferences!
Click here to read about SEBRSD's being named to the League of Innovative Schools!
Please Complete 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 above, or use your camera and QR code to access the Family ID webpage! Directions below will get you to the appropriate location online.
Leading Lines Photography Project
For this project, students in Ms. Battles' Photography class explored the concept of leading lines in photography, learning how lines can guide a viewer’s eye through an image. They captured original photos that demonstrated this technique and enhanced their work through digital editing to create strong, finished compositions.
DPHS Marching Band Visits The Big E!
On Thursday afternoon, September 18, the David Prouty High School Marching Band graced the streets of The Big E! The Eastern States Exposition runs through the end of the month in Springfield.
Hiking Class Explores Seasonal Transitions
Even though it feels like summer, the pictures show fall is on its way. The Hiking class has had perfect weather since school began and this week it was time to test the ripening cranberries and of course, we have to hike to them first. This group of students made friends with the nearby swamps, some more gracious than others, and we threw in a photo contest in the mix as well.
September is Attendance Awareness Month! Now is the time to develop good, healthy habits and regular attendance is among the most important things to focus on!
Attention all David Prouty Students: COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY!
East Brookfield Elementary is looking for student volunteers to help with their annual Halloween Dance on Friday, October 17th from 5:30-8PM. This is a great way to add to your community service hours! If interested please email Mrs. Arguello by Friday, October 10th.
👉Don't forget! Please support our food drive!
NFL Player and David Prouty Alumnus Pat Ricard CHALLENGES DPHS WITH A "CAW TO ACTION"!!!
Click here, or on the thumbnail below, to see Pat's challenge to the David Prouty community. And click HERE or see below Pat's video message for the DPHS Fall athletes' emphatic answer!
In celebration of former David Prouty standout, class of 2012 alum, and Baltimore Ravens Pro Bowl running back Pat Ricard, we are participating in the Ravens “Caw to Action”!
The Ravens' Caw to Action is a program to motivate hometown organizations to prioritize community service and civic engagement. Our DPHS students have accepted this challenge! David Prouty is excited to announce our food drive benefiting the Mary Queen of the Rosary food pantry in Spencer. It runs from September 15th through September 30th.
👉 Drop off any non-perishable food items to the David Prouty high school office, during school hours, to contribute and join current students as we meet Pat’s challenge! Prouty Pride!
You can also bring donations to the school during the Open House on Tuesday, September 23, which is open to the public!
🎺Snag your BAND SWAG and show your support for the DPHS Marching Band!
T-shirts with "David Prouty Marching Band" and the Panthers logo on it are available through the Boosters.
Click here to complete the order form and thank you for supporting our Panther Music Program!
ATHLETIC BOOSTERS CAN ALSO HELP YOU STOCK UP ON YOUR PROUTY SWAG!
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.
**NEW this week!** DPHS 9th Graders have completed their first rotation of Exploratory at David Prouty High School! To wrap up their experience, students were asked to complete a Reflection assignment during their last class this past Monday. The purpose of this activity is to give them a chance to consider their interest in pursuing further coursework in either Early Education, Criminal Justice, Environmental Science, or Marketing after spending time in their initial rotation.
Students were asked about the strengths they exhibited as students to support the CTE goal of encouraging good habits of work and employability skills. 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!
Freshmen: Learn MORE about your CTE Choices!
During their second rotation, 9th Graders will continue to begin to get a sense of what the different CTE programs at DPHS entail. 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 in Criminal Justice, Early Education and Care (Early Childhood Education), Environmental Science, or Marketing 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 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.
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 |
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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 | Every other Thursday starting on September 25 (see flyer, below!) |
Connections Club | Ms. Robbins | Stay tuned! |
Student Council | Ms. Leveillee | Every other Tuesday, starting September 23 |
National Honor Society | Ms. Forfa & Ms. Jyringi | Every other Tuesday, 7:15 |
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
Mount Wachusett Community College: Tuesday, September 23, 2025; 9:30
Nichols College: Thursday September 25, 2025; 12:45 PM
UMass Amherst: Thursday, October 2, 2025; 10:15 AM
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
Westfield State University: Monday, October 20th, 2025; 8 AM
Quinsigamond Community College: Wednesday October 22, 2025; 9:30 AM
UMass Dartmouth: Tuesday, October 28, 2025; 12:45 PM
UConn: Friday, October 31, 2025; 1 PM
Counselors will be starting meeting with seniors soon! 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, September 22 | Tuesday, September 23 | Wednesday, September 24 | Thursday, September 25 | Friday, September 26 |
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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 |
Chicken Salad Sandwich | Hamburger | Sausage, Egg & Cheese Sandwich | Cheese Nachos | Cheese 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!
Date | Event / Date of Note |
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Tuesday, September 23 | Open House event, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Public welcome to come tour the new high school building! | |
Early Childhood & Care PAC Meeting, 5:00 p.m., Room 118 | |
Thursday, October 9 | School Picture Day! |
Friday, October 10 | Homecoming Weekend! 🥳 |
Saturday, October 11 | Homecoming Dance 🪩 |
Stayed tuned for information! | |
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 |
Tuesday, December 23 | Half Day of School |
Dismissal at 11:06 a.m. | |
December 24 - January 2 | No School--Holiday Break |
Monday, January 19 | No School--Martin Luther King Day |
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.
NEW this week! 👉 Health Tips: Did you know?
September is National Fruits & Veggies - More Matters Month! According to the MyPlate website, girls 14-18 years should aim to consume 1.5 to 2 cups of fruit and 2.5 to 3 cups of vegetables daily. Boys 14-18 years should aim for 2-2.5 cups of fruit and 2.5-4 cups of vegetables daily.
Research indicates that consuming a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables is associated with a reduced risk of many chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer. Adding more colorful produce to your meals can boost energy, support focus in class, and strengthen your immune system!
Please call or email the nurse with any questions or concerns!
CHECK OUT a DPHS game! Upcoming weeks' schedule:
Week of September 22-26
Monday, September 22 |
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Varsity Girls Soccer @ Notre Dame Academy, 3:45 p.m. |
Varsity Boys Soccer vs. St Bernard's High School, 4:00 p.m. |
Tuesday, September 23 |
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Varsity Girls Cross Country @ Uxbridge, 3:30 p.m. |
Varsity Boys Cross Country @ Uxbridge, 3:30 p.m. |
Wednesday, September 24 |
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Varsity Girls Soccer @ Bay Path, 3:30 p.m. |
Varsity Boys Golf vs. Quaboag, 3:30 p.m. |
Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Parker Charter, 3:30 p.m. |
Thursday, September 25 |
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No DPHS games |
Friday, September 26 |
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Varsity Boys Golf vs. Auburn 3:30 p.m. |
Varsity Boys Football @ Ayer-Shirley, 6:00 p.m. |
Click HERE for DPHS Athletics webpage!
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!
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)!