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copy_429E1495-7045-41CA-A679-64C1076D208A.movNHS2024.mpgIn case you missed it... the 2024 National Honor Society ceremony.
show#7.mpgDMHS News and Reminders
Any juniors or seniors who would still like to purchase a ticket to the Doherty Prom can do so by bringing their money to Mr Bowler in room 309 before the end of the day this Thursday April 25th. Prom sales will be finalized at that time. Please see Mr Bowler with any questions.
To students who walk to and from school: As you may have already noticed, the sidewalk heading toward Elm Park, on the side of Highland Street near the construction, is closed. Students will need to cross the street by the crosswalk near the main office entrance before heading toward Elm Park. Please be careful as this may create confusion for parents and guardians driving along Highland Street, dropping off or picking up students.
SENIORS - There are a lot of exciting updates from the Yearbook Team. Voting for the senior superlatives and the teacher superlatives is now open. Use the google form available in the Class of 2024 Senior Classroom to vote. Don’t forget yearbooks are now for sale.
MCAS tutoring in math is available for all 10th grade students 1: 50-2: 50 pm each Wednesday and Thursday in room 106 through the May MCAS test. Snacks will be provided.See Ms. Waters across from room 106 for more information. All are welcome.
Science tutoring for the June MCAS will begin this week. Biology tutoring for grade 9 and Physics tutoring for grade 9 and 10 will take place every Tuesday and Wednesday from 1: 50-2: 50 pm. Snacks will be provided at all tutoring sessions. See Ms. Waters across from room 106 for more information. All are welcome.
Do you need a dress for the Prom? The Clara Barton Center in Oxford is hosting "The Prom Closet" through the end of March. They have hundreds of dresses, shoes, and accessories for free on loan and are happy to help defray your costs. If you are interested in sustainable fashion or in saving lots of money, pick up an information sheet in the guidance office so you can make an appointment now.
School Clubs and Activities
There will be a brief meeting for all current and prospective members of the mock trial team on Wednesday, April 24th after school in room 426.
The Envirothon Team will meet on Wednesday, April 24 this week. We will begin our preparations for the Envirothon competition, just one month away on May 23. All team members are encouraged to attend. See Ms. Hill in Room 322 with any questions.
Congratulations to the Doherty High School Classics Day Champions!!! The Latin Scholars won 1st place in the costume contest with their production of Daedalus and Icarus. Congratulations to Rejla Marku, Wily Dejesus, Sylas Derosiers, Jaiden Swensen, Kay Crompton, Syd Rajotte and Zuri Roach with her special musical production of "Wind Beneath my Wings" and to all of our ferocious sharks, the sun, Davon Gace, and the sea, Aiden Murphy. Congratulations also go to Sindy Bajrami and Alex Coelho for winning third place in the Art Competition with their painting " Sea of Sorrow". Thank you also to the Certamen team for their tenacious spirit and to the cast of Philemon and Baucis.
There will be a brief meeting for all current and prospective members of the mock trial team on Wednesday, April 24th after school in room 426.
Athletics
The first day of Crew practice tomorrow 4/23/24 at 3:30 pm at Regatta Point Park,10 N Lake Ave, Worcester, MA. Anyone who wants to join should try to make it to practice on this day! Coaches will be providing paperwork to those who did not attend the zoom interest meeting.
Games in the Doherty gym:
Players/students are not allowed to wait in school for games to begin. You must enter and exit through the outside gym doors only.
No backpacks are allowed
No ski masks are allowed
As per MIAA rules, no spectator will step onto the court at any time. This includes before and after games.
We expect all spectators to conduct themselves with appropriate cheering and sportsmanship. Failure to do so and you will be asked to leave.
The Doherty gym has limited capacity. Once full, the doors will be shut and entry will not be allowed.
Guidance
Seniors accepted to Assumption College - representatives will be at Doherty on Thursday April 25 to share information on programs, housing, financial aid, and to answer any questions you may have in making your final college decision. Sign up in guidance to attend this Assumption college accepted students’ event.
Seniors: there will be a field trip to Grafton Job Corps on Wednesday May 8. Any senior interested in exploring this free vocational training program should sign up in the guidance dept.
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