Earlier this week, Palmer River Elementary School proudly recognized several students nominated by staff as role models for March’s Monthly Mindset: Perseverance!
Each month, PRES staff nominate students who exemplify the featured mindset. Honorees receive an award and a token for “Inchy,” our book vending machine.
These students shine in the face of challenges. They work hard, give their best effort, and never give up. They are goal-oriented and are not afraid to make mistakes, showing us all what perseverance looks like in action.
We admire their determination and look forward to recognizing even more students next week!
As the weather warms up, students in the Dighton-Rehoboth CTE Carpentry Program are hard at work building beautiful Adirondack chairs! ☀️🪑
Throughout this project, students are applying essential woodworking skills while taking their craftsmanship to the next level by creating custom mouldings for various shop builds. This hands-on experience highlights the precision, creativity, and pride that define our program.
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We look forward to welcoming families to our Little Falcons PreK Open House on April 8, 2026. Join us at Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School - enter through Door 13 in the back of the building.
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Stay tuned to vote on your favorite Falcon name!
The winning classroom will be presented with a special prize that celebrates what it means to be part of Dighton-Rehoboth Regional Schools.
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This enriching opportunity was made possible through a generous Feinstein Grant and the dedication of our outstanding staff advisors—Ms. Farley, Ms. Rubano, and Ms. Nunes—who have guided students every step of the way. We are so proud of our young performers and can’t wait to see them shine on stage!
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Palmer River Elementary School third graders had an unforgettable visit this week with CBS Boston meteorologist Jacob Wycoff! Students went behind the scenes of TV weather, exploring how green screens and teleprompters work. They even learned expert tips about forecasting weather right here in our area. Sending a huge thank you to Jacob Wycoff for inspiring our young learners and bringing weather to life!
Be sure to tune in to WBZ Channel 4 this Saturday morning during the 7:00 and 8:00 a.m. broadcasts for a special shoutout on air!
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We are proud to share that Superintendent Bill Runey has been named one of Education Insider Magazine’s Top Fifteen School District Superintendents of 2026! This distinguished, national honor celebrates Mr. Runey’s leadership philosophy which is rooted in trust, connection, and purpose, and shaped by a lifelong commitment to service and education.
Under Bill’s leadership, the district continues DRiving Toward our 2030 strategic plan, expanding opportunities for students through strong academics, growing Career & Technical Education pathways, and a #WeAreDR culture that prioritizes relationships across our school community.
“This work is never about one person,” Runey said. “It’s about the incredible students, educators, and families who show up every day committed to learning and supporting one another.”
Education Insider’s Top 15 School District Superintendents of 2026 celebrates visionary leaders who are redefining excellence in education.
Read the full article here: https://www.educationinsidermagazine.com/cxoinsight/bill-runey-nwid-882.html
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We are excited to share a special leadership opportunity happening at Dighton Elementary! Our 4th grade JiJi Squad is stepping up to support younger students during ST Math time.
These students have been carefully selected by their teachers and are ready to visit classrooms to help guide, encourage, and support their peers as they build math skills through ST Math.
This is a wonderful example of:
🤝 Peer mentorship
🌱 Student leadership
📚 Building confidence in math
We are so proud of our 4th graders for taking on this important role and supporting our school community!
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We are proud to highlight Dighton-Rehoboth alumna Heather Machie-Mello (Class of 2012), whose dedication to learning, leadership, and perseverance began during her time at DR and continues to guide her professional success today.
After graduating from Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School, Heather attended Curry College, where she graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She now works at Blue Cross Blue Shield as a Quality Analyst, where she manages the Provider Quality Incentive Program, helping to improve healthcare quality and provider performance.
While at DR, Heather was actively involved in school life. She was especially passionate about DECA, serving as president during her senior year, and also participated on the freshman basketball team and the varsity cheerleading squad.
Heather credits the teachers and the positive culture at Dighton-Rehoboth with helping to shape her work ethic and drive. She especially remembers:
Mr. Pacheco’s Psychology class
Mrs. Madsen’s Accounting classes
Mrs. Enos’ Trigonometry class
She shares that these teachers challenged her while also supporting her, helping her see that hard work in education leads to motivation and future success.
Heather offers this advice to current students:
"It sounds lame, but take school seriously. Take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way. Good or bad, win or lose, it will teach you so much about yourself and help guide you toward the path you should take. Mistakes are going to happen—your brain isn’t even fully developed until age 25! Embrace them and be kind to yourself. Never forget to give yourself grace. Work hard, stay focused—the world is truly yours."
Heather’s journey reflects the power of involvement, determination, and learning from every experience. We are proud to celebrate her accomplishments and the example she sets for current and future Falcons.
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Share your journey with us! Join our Alumni Connection today!
A special congratulations goes to Julian Soares, who tied for 3rd place overall among all participants. Great work by everyone on a fun and competitive season!
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Students in grade 8 at DMS worked in groups to investigate how the Earth's tilt affects the seasons. In their groups, students explored how the angle of sunlight and length of days change throughout the year as the Earth orbits the Sun. By collaborating and sharing evidence-based explanations, they built a stronger understanding of how Earth’s position and motion in space lead to seasonal patterns.
We offer 2 sessions: AM and PM, Monday through Friday following the school calendar. Please call Tracy Dishon (508) 252-5025 extension 5604 for more information.
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Our new Book Vending Machine has been a huge hit at DES! Today, SRO Bennett helped a student pick out a book after she was “Caught Doing Good.” Moments like these make celebrating positive choices even more special.
We love recognizing our Eagles for the great things they do every day. Keep up the amazing work!
🦅 Great job, Eagles!
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Earning college credits (for free!) throughout your high school experience gives students a significant head start and financial savings! Join us in one week to learn about Dighton-Rehoboth's Early College pathway and our partnership with Bridgewater State University (facebook.com/BridgeStateU and @bridgestateu).
Families of Middle School through Grade 10 students are encouraged to join us! We can't wait to see you there!
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