DR Lacosse Teams ready for the upcoming season . Go Falcons!
Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Regional Agreement Amendment Committee
The Regional Agreement Amendment Committee has been working on amending the school district's regional agreement and is now ready to ask for the public's input. There will be a public forum on April 9th at 7:00 pm n the auditorium at the D-R High School. Click here for an article describing changes and updates, and click here an informational sheet which breaks down the process.
The Redesigned PSAT
The redesigned PSAT will be offered for the first time this October. To help students prepare, College Board just released a full-length practice PSAT. You can copy and paste the link below to access the practice test and answer key.
Daily Announcements 3/31
Attention Seniors, Your last opportunity to pay Senior Dues
is at the Senior breakfast April 10, 2015.
Please check your dues status with
Mrs. O'Gara or Mrs. B before that date. Remember only those students who are
paid in full will get a free yearbook, free cap & gown, and reduced prom ticket.
The following girls have been named Varsity Cheerleading
captains for next years football season.
Congratulations to Kristina Perez, Gloria Garcia, and Alexis Braz.
The Honor Bowl tryouts scheduled for today after school has
been canceled due to not enough participants.
The students who signed up on Mrs. Payne's door will be the students
going to Honor Bowl on Wednesday. Please
see Mrs. Payne or Mr. DeLano for further questions.
Chess club will meet this afternoon. All are welcome to attend! Thanks!
A reminder to Tennis
Team players that the user fee of
$160.00 is due by tomorrow.
Unified Track will be practicing this week after school on
Wednesday and Thursday. Athletes should meet in the gym and dress to go
outside. Please see Mr. Antani with questions.
There will be NO student government meeting on Thursday
after school. See you all next week.
Unified track practice will be after school Wednesday and
Thursday this week. Athletes should meet in the gym and be prepared for
practice outside. See Mr. Antani with any questions.
There will be a Portuguese Club meeting on Thursday after
school in room 122. Our next outing will be discussed. Thank you.
A reminder to Leos, our meeting this week is
today--Wednesday--instead of Thursday, due to the day off on Friday. The meeting will be held at the regular 4:30
time.
Monday, March 30, 2015
Daily Announcements 3/30
The Varsity Cheerleading team would like to announce and
congratulate the three captains for this upcoming football season: Gloria
Garcia, Kristina Perez, and Alexis Braz. Congrats Girls!
The Boys Tennis Team is to report to the locker room toady
after school. The boys play their first match tomorrow at Old Rochester.
All softball players should report for practice at 2:00. All
freshman will end practice at 3:30. Returning players will end at 4:30. We will
be going outside. Please dress appropriately.
Attention Seniors, Your last opportunity to pay Senior Dues
is at the Senior breakfast April 10, 2015.
Please check your dues status with
Mrs. O'Gara or Mrs. B before that date. Remember only those students who are
paid in full will get a free yearbook, free cap & gown, and reduced prom
ticket.
Sunday, March 29, 2015
Beauty and the Beast
Just a huge shout to the cast, crew, pit ,parents and directors for an awesome effort on Beauty and the Beast!! So many rehearsals cancelled due to the weather and you all knocked it out of the park! Every show was so well attended. Individual and group performances were very impressive. I was at every show and you could just see it building momentum with every perfomance. On behalf of the entire DR school system. Thank you and Bravo!! That's the DR Difference!! Mr Kelley
Saturday, March 28, 2015
Scholarship Information
DUE DATE
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SCHOLARSHIPS (updated 03/27/15)
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CRITERIA
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www.scholarships.com
/ www.fastweb.com / www.mefa.org
www.collegenet.com / www.localstudentfunding.org www.srnexpress.com / www.supercollege.com www.finaid.org / www.massmentor.edu / www.cappex.com
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04/03/15
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Massachusetts
Broadcasters Association
$2,000
Application available in Guidance
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Planning to major in a broadcasting field
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04/10/15
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Stephen Phillips
Memorial Scholarship
$3,000 to $15,000
Apply on-line www.phillips-scholarship.org
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Minimum 3.0 GPA, community, school, and work activities
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04/10/15
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Taunton Women’s
Club
3 @ $500 each
Application available in Guidance
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School and community activities
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04/12/15
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St. Andrew Knights
of Columbus
Application available in Guidance
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Member of St. Andrew’s Parish in Taunton, MA
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04/15/15
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Alyssa E. Correira
Memorial Scholarship
5 @ $2,500 each
Application available in Guidance
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Financial need, paid and volunteer work history, academic
achievement
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04/15/15
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American Legion
Auxiliary Unit 302
$250
Application available in Guidance
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Female graduating senior
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04/15/15
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Somerset Federal
Credit Union
2 @ $1,000 each
Application available in Guidance
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Civic activities and community service
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04/15/15
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South Coast
Community Chorale Scholarship
Application available in Guidance
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Planning to major in a music field
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04/15/15
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Stony Brook Camera
Club Scholarship
2 @ $500 each
Application available in Guidance
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Planning to major in a photography related field
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04/15/15
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Taunton Art
Association
$500
Application available in Guidance
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Planning to major in a visual arts related field
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04/17/15
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Portuguese American
Civic Club
6 @ $500 each
Application available in Guidance
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Student successfully completed two or more years of
Portuguese language study
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04/18/15
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Somerset Garden
Club
$500
Application available in Guidance
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Planning to major in biology, earth sciences,
horticulture, environmental studies, flower design, landscape architecture,
or weather
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04/22/15
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Student-View
Scholarship Program
1 @ $4,000; 1 @ $1,000 each; 10 at $500 each
Apply on-line www.student-view.com
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Complete survey about colleges in this area
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04/24/15
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Mechanics
Cooperative Bank Scholarship
4 @ $500-$1,000 each
Application available in Guidance
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Top 30% of class, character, extracurricular activities
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05/01/15
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David G. Borden
Scholarship
2 @ $1,000 each
Application available in Guidance
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Planning to major in a business related field
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05/01/15
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Citizens for
Citizens Edward J. Sullivan Scholarship
$1,000
Application available in Guidance
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Academics, financial need, extracurricular activities,
community service
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05/01/15
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Honey Dew Donuts
Scholarship
$250
Application available in Guidance
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Honey Dew Donuts employee with B average or better who
participates in community and charitable activities
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05/01/15
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Prince Henry
Society
$500-$1,000
Application available in Guidance
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Resident of Dighton and of Portuguese descent
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05/15/15
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Rehoboth American
Legion Post 302
3 @ $500 each
Application available in Guidance
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Descendant or sibling of a United States military veteran
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05/22/15
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Little Theatre of
Fall River
$1,500 Performing Arts Scholarship
$1,100 Jimmy Tavares Memorial Scholarship
$500 REX Performing Arts Scholarship
Application available in Guidance
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Planning to major in theater arts, music, or dance
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05/31/15
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Rob Roy Academy
Application available in Guidance
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Planning to attend Rob Roy Academy
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06/01/15
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Aspiring Fashion
Professional Scholarship
$1,000
Apply on-line
http://www.fashion-schools.org/aspiring-fashion-professional-scholarship-program
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Planning to major in a fashion related field
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06/01/15
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Aspiring Animation
Professional Scholarship
$1,000
Apply on-line http://www.animationcareerreview.com
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Planning to major in an animation related field
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06/15/15
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Abbott and Fenner
Scholarship Program
$1,000
Apply on-line www.abottandfenner.com/scholarships
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Essay
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06/30/15
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Aspiring Nurse
Scholarship
$1,000
Apply on-line www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com
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Academic excellence in science and math and planning to
major in a healthcare field
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07/01/15
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College Sports
Recruiting Scholarship
$1,000
Apply on-line www.collegesportsscholarships.com
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Essay
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Friday, March 27, 2015
This Week Ahead
The snow is melting and the weather is getting a
little warmer. Our spring musical Beauty and the Beast hosted their first performance last night and there
will be two additional shows tonight at 6:30 pm and tomorrow at 1:00 pm. Last night was a great performance from our
students and we encourage all to attend.
In addition, we celebrated Falcon Friday today where students and staff
displayed their DR Pride.
Budget Update:
On Tuesday, March 24th,
the School Committee approved the 2015-2016 budgets, which was a 3.44% increase. The budget will not be finalized until both
Dighton and Rehoboth towns vote to approve the budget. In developing our
budget, we looked at our School Improvement Plan and used data to drive the
budget process. In order to meet
some of our needs this year, we reallocated funds to maximize our
budget.
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Goal 1: Student Achievement: increase
and improve all aspects of student achievement.
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Blended Learning:
§ Edgenuity: allows us to create courses
based on students’ needs
§ VHS: Expands our course offerings
and adding 10 additional Advanced Placement opportunities
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Freshman Transition: previously paid
through grants, however, the grants have expired
§ 60% enrollment increase and 60% of grant decrease
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Goal 2: Instruction and
Learning: improve instruction and learning for all students.
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Professional Development:
decrease the gap in special education in both Math/ELA
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Pilot E-Books for Math
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Increase text complexity in
ELA
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Rigorous Programming
§ Medical Assisting
§ Environmental Engineering
§ Engineering Technology
§ Culinary Arts
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Goal 3: Technology: increase/maximize
the use of technology for teaching and learning.
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Infrastructure:
§ Improving Wifi Access
§ Upgrade to computer server and network
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Hardware:
§ Chromebook cart for classroom use
§ Teacher computer upgrades
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Goal 4: Facilities and
safety:
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School Resource Officer
The following reduction
in personnel for DRRHS for FY15 was approved on Tuesday:
- 1.0 FTE School Psychologist
- 1.0 FTE Health Teacher
- 0.5 FTE Business
- 0.5 FTE Office Technology
- 0.5 SY Secretary
**Based
on these reductions we will be able to offer our students 4 rigorous
pathways (Medical Assisting, Environmental
Engineering, Engineering Technology, Culinary Arts) at no additional increases
in terms of salaries.
Last Day of School:
The
School Committee approved the last day of school for students which will be Friday, June 26th. The final exam schedule will be released at a
later date. The School Committee voted
to reduce the 181st school day to the state minimum 180th
school day (Friday, June 26th).
As faculty we will be required to attend on Monday, June 29th.
On Thursday,
April 2nd @ 7:15 pm the Dighton-Rehoboth Crisis Team will be making
a presentation to our community on the enhanced security protocols of ALICE in
the high school Auditorium. Last week
the Sun Chronicle published a story about “getting
teachers prepared-for anything.” This eight minute Auburn University video gives a brief
overview of the ALICE philosophy. On
April 9th, students will be receiving the 1st part of the
3 series trainings of ALICE. During this
presentation, students will be informed on ALICE protocols and procedures and
how this enhances their security while in school. If you have any questions, please contact Mr.
Braga (KBraga@drregional.org).
MCAS Next
Week:
Attention Parents/Guardians
of Class of 2017:
Dighton-Rehoboth
Regional High School is about to administer the state-wide testing program,
known as the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS). Due to
the inclement weather this year, the Department of Education has granted an
alternate testing window. Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District has
opted to take advantage of this extended testing period. See the new extended testing window dates below:
MCAS Test
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Extended
Testing Window
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Grade 10 ELA
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March 31-April 1, 2015
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Grade 10 Math
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May 19-20, 2015
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Grade 10 Science &
Tech
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June 8-9, 2015
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Any students who are absent for a testing session will be required to take the missed test during a make-up session. The ELA Composition Make-up testing date is scheduled for April 8th. All other make-up sessions will take place when the student returns to school. Please have your child plan accordingly.
On Thursday, March 26th
the Freshman Transition Team held an informational student and parent night presentation
about the Freshman Transition program.
This will be our 4th year offering this program to our
incoming freshman. The Freshman
Transition Program aims to provide an open environment for all 8th grade
students to transition smoothly into their first year at Dighton- Rehoboth
Regional High School. The main objectives of the program are to focus on
strategies that center on study skills, interpersonal relationships, and team
building exercises. Students will have a network of peer mentors and
advisors they can use to guide them through their first year of high
school. There are four phases of the program that have different
objectives, but the same goal of a smooth transition into the high school.
Click here
for more information on the Freshman Transition program. Any incoming freshman, who would like to
register for the summer program in August, can fill out the Summer Registration online by clicking this link.
Click here
for our FAQ handout.
Congratulations
to our Art Students:
Our seniors are hearing back from colleges and universities
about their acceptance and our talent at DRRHS is recognized among the finest
art institutions in the country. The
following students will be attending colleges and universities with a major in
Art:
Alyssa Domingos –Massachusetts College of Art and
Design - Animation
Brittany Hunt- Munroe College Major- Graphic Design
Kerri Sullivan -Bridgewater State University Major- Fine Arts
Clarice Lemay - Montserrat College of Art & Massachusetts College of Art and Design Major- Fine Arts
Emily Moran – Maryland Institute College of Art, Rhode Island School of Design, & Pratt Institute - Major Painting
Ashley Rossi - Roger Williams University Major- Graphic Design
Sam Strojney- Maryland Institute College of Art- Major - Illustration
Brittany Hunt- Munroe College Major- Graphic Design
Kerri Sullivan -Bridgewater State University Major- Fine Arts
Clarice Lemay - Montserrat College of Art & Massachusetts College of Art and Design Major- Fine Arts
Emily Moran – Maryland Institute College of Art, Rhode Island School of Design, & Pratt Institute - Major Painting
Ashley Rossi - Roger Williams University Major- Graphic Design
Sam Strojney- Maryland Institute College of Art- Major - Illustration
Headlines:
Monday,
Mar 30, 2015-GREEN
Tuesday,
Mar 31, 2015-GOLD
MCAS: Schedule Modification: Period 1, 4, 3, 2
Time
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Event
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Details
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3:30pm
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Tennis: Boys Varsity Match
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Old Rochester Regional @ Old Rochester Regional
High School
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3:30pm
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Tennis: Girls Varsity Match
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Old Rochester Regional @ Old Rochester Regional
High School
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Wednesday,
Apr 01, 2015-GREEN
Thursday,
Apr 2, 2015-GOLD
MCAS: Schedule Modification: Period 4, 2, 3, 1
Time
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Event
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Details
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3:30pm
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Outdoor Track:Girls Varsity Meet
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vs. Greater New Bedford RVTHS @
Dighton-Rehoboth
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3:30pm
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Outdoor Track:Boys Varsity Meet
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vs. Greater New Bedford RVTHS @
Dighton-Rehoboth
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vs. Seekonk @ Dighton-Rehoboth Regional
High School
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Friday,
Apr 3, 2015-NO SCHOOL
Time
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Event
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Details
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3:30pm
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Baseball: Varsity Game
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vs. Bourne @ Dighton-Rehoboth
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3:30pm
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Baseball: JV Game
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vs. Bourne @ Dighton-Rehoboth
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3:30pm
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Softball: JV Game
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Bourne @ Bourne High School
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3:30pm
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Softball: Varsity Game
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Bourne @ Bourne High School
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