COVID UPDATE 11/28/21: Please see my latest important COVID-related letter to the community: https://5il.co/12cg2
COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS: District sponsored opportunities to receive 1st, 2nd, or boosters of the Pfizer vaccine for Dracut residents ages 5 and older: 11/18 from 5-7 PM & 12/9 from 5-7 PM @ DHS: https://www.appointmentquest.com/scheduler/2180061935?schedule=dracutschools
FUNDING FOR SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECTS (new elementary playgrounds, RMS repairs, & a new roof for Greenmont) part of only a handful of articles at TOWN MEETING TONIGHT. An hour or so of your time to get the business of the Town completed. I'll see you at 7PM at DHS.
Halloween Esprit de Corp: Friday was the 9th Annual School Staff Halloween Costume Contest (winner announced tomorrow). What started as a lighthearted opportunity for camaraderie has become serious business. Examples include the RMS Admin Team, RMS staff, & the GES staff.
Support our Best Buddies Program by attending a basketball game between the DHS Unified Team vs. members of the Dracut Police and Dracut Fire Departments on 11/10: https://5il.co/10viz Huge thanks to members of the DPD & DFD for their support. #MIDDIEPRIDE #DRACUTPRIDE
JOINT STATEMENT FROM THE DRACUT PUBLIC SCHOOLS & DRACUT POLICE DEPARTMENT 10/19/21: Please see a statement related to an anonymous tip that was received this morning related to Dracut High School: https://5il.co/10p5o
YOUNG CHILDREN EXPOSED TO NEW VIOLENT TV-MA SHOW BEGINNING TO EXHIBIT CONCERNING BEHAVIORS IN SCHOOL: For more info please see my latest news story: https://www.dracutps.org/article/561739?org=dps
"Facebook Knows Instagram Is Toxic For Teen Girls, Company Documents Show" The title says it all. A must read: https://www.wsj.com/articles/facebook-knows-instagram-is-toxic-for-teen-girls-company-documents-show-11631620739?st=ysa0c4snel9izky&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink
COVID TESTING, TRAFFIC, BUSES, & MORE: Please see my latest letter to the community for information on important and timely issue: https://5il.co/yh2o
WELCOME BACK & IMPORTANT COVID UPDATES 8/29/21: Please see my latest letter welcoming everyone back for the 202102022 school year, and providing important COVID-related updates: https://5il.co/y28x
COVID UPDATE: MASK POLICY, TESTING & MORE: Please see my latest letter to the community related to the newly updated mask policy, new testing program, and ongoing mitigation strategies: https://5il.co/xep1
TOWN COOL ROOM: In response to the current heat wave, the town has established a cooling room at the police station (110 Loon Hill Rd) through Monday, 7AM-7PM. Please pass on to those who may be vulnerable to the heat and do not have air conditioning. 978-452-1227
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic EXPANDED HOURS: The vaccination clinic scheduled for this coming Thursday, August 12th has been expanded to 5 PM-7 PM at DHS to accommodate additional appointments. All members of the community are welcome. To schedule click here: https://www.dracutps.org/article/508094?org=dps
COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS: Please see my latest news post for information on vaccination opportunities next week for students 12 and up as well as family members: https://www.dracutps.org/article/506164?org=dps
UPDATE: COVID & MORE 7/31/21: Please see my latest update to the community related to the state's newly released COVID guidance and more: https://5il.co/wd4h
LARGE GRANT AWARD FOR DRACUT HIGH SCIENCE: DHS has been awarded a $63,541 grant from the Mass Life Science Center. This award will be used for 2 new Biomedical Science courses & the purchase of equip for Biology, Biotech, Biomed, & AP Biology. @malifesciences @MALifeSciences
Another Middies State Championship: Congratulations to the Dracut High Middies Cheerleading Team. In winning the Massachusetts D3 Championship, the Middies have secured their 16th state title. Great job! #MIDDIEPRIDE
Miss Massachusetts 2021 is a MIDDIE! Congratulations to Sarah deSouza (Class of 2014) and best of luck as she prepares to compete in the upcoming Miss USA event. #MIDDIEPRIDE
WE HAVE A STATE CHAMPION! Junior Ava Soucy is the 100m State Champion! She won by running the 100m in 12.69 seconds. Congratulations! #MIDDIEPRIDE
Acknowledge Flag Day by participating in the Democracy of Town Meeting! Tonight, 7PM at Dracut High School. Many items involving the town and schools need your vote. Give a couple of hours so your voice can be heard!
