Hello Dolphins,

Wow! We were really able to fit two weeks into one week and say goodbye to February while welcoming March! Each March, we celebrate Women’s History Month as a time to recognize and honor the countless contributions women have made—and continue to make—in our communities, our country, and our world. From groundbreaking scientists, writers, and activists to the women who support us every day here at school and at home, this month invites us to reflect on stories that have too often gone untold. As a learning community, we are committed to elevating diverse voices, challenging stereotypes, and ensuring that all students see themselves represented in the history we study and the future we are building together. On Wednesday, I was fortunate enough to attend a field trip to a Women and Girls Mentoring Breakfast hosted by the Cape and Islands Workforce Board. There we heard Rebekah Gregory speak about her experiences and provide advice and inspiration to young women. This event left a lasting impact on myself and the staff and students who joined. Please keep an eye out for more information as we bring Rebekah's message back to D-Y.

Other highlights this week included an incredible International Food Fest, where our world language department created a wonderful opportunity for students to celebrate what they learn in class and to share their cultures with our community through food and performance. That event was followed by a very successful New Student Showcase. It was a privilege to watch our student ambassadors conduct themselves with such poise and professionalism while highlighting the many great opportunities available here at the high school. On Thursday, we hosted a well-attended Junior Parent Breakfast. I know that the final year of high school can feel stressful, but please know that, regardless of your student’s future plans, you have support and guidance here at D-Y. Many thanks to our incredible school counseling department for their unwavering commitment to supporting both students and families. Thursday evening, we were also able to hold our One Act Play. I am proud of our students who are willing to take on sensitive material and invite the audience to appreciate this powerful form of art.

As a reminder, today marks the halfway point of Term 3. Families can view students’ progress report grades in the PowerSchool Parent Portal. This is an excellent time for students to check in on their goals for Term 3, reflect on their current standing, identify any obstacles, and begin to formulate plans to overcome them. There is still plenty of time to make meaningful progress and achieve the goals set for this term. Looking ahead, next week we have a couple of half days and will be welcoming 7th graders to the high school for our annual Step-Up Day. Spring is such a wonderful time for regrowth, new beginnings, and also grand finales. Our garden will be blooming soon, and in the meantime, we get to watch our hydroponics grow.

Please keep in mind the message from Officer Pasquarosa regarding drop off and pick up with the cold weather and snow accumulations:

The combination of the snow and cold temperatures are causing an increase in pick-up traffic. This combined with a reduction of physical space because of the piled snow means that there is simply not enough room to accommodate all of the pick-up cars on the property. When this happens, we close the driveway. We cannot have traffic backed up onto Station Avenue and we have to allow space for busses and other cars to leave the high school via the south driveway.

 

If you find yourself getting waved off at the south driveway, don’t fret, you will get your child. Drive to Studley Road and then turn onto Oliver Street, which is directly across from the high school’s south driveway. You CANNOT turn onto Oliver Street directly from Station Avenue because it is posted Do Not Enter on the north side. You would also be facing the wrong way. Line up on Oliver Street facing the high school and once there is enough space, we will welcome you in. It takes a few more minutes but only a few.

 

If you get your space early, make room for others by pulling all the way forward and leaving only a small gap between you and the car in front of you. You only need about three feet to turn out of your spot, too many are using much more. The more space you use the more cars are blocked out. This will persist as long as there is a large accumulation of snow. Remember, if you are in the traffic, you are the traffic so everyone doing their part will help to make things safer and smoother.

 

For more information on traffic on the D-Y campus please take a look at https://sites.google.com/dy-regional.k12.ma.us/dypd/drop-offpick-up

 

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