Class of 2025: The deadline is here! Scholarship packets are due February 22nd for Seniors to fill out in order to potentially receive scholarship money from local organizations. All seniors should take advantage of this opportunity. Review the eligibility criteria carefully to determine which scholarship(s) you are most qualified to pursue. You may apply for more than one scholarship, but it is important that students submit a completed application for the scholarships being sought. Applications are considered complete when all necessary documents, such as letters of recommendation, essays, proof of acceptance, etc., are submitted. For further information, contact Dr. Best, Scholarship Coordinator.
Only 2 weeks until the DHS Drama Club’s production of The Addams Family. The show will run from March 6th - 8th.
Good luck to Senior Maria Stein and Sophomore Samuel Souffrant as they compete in the National Shakespeare Competition on Sunday at the Peddie School. Thank you to our Drama teacher, Mrs. Clemens for making this opportunity possible.
DHS will be holding a school-wide assembly on Tuesday, February 25th. The presenter is David Flood, a motivational speaker that travels the country talking about dignity, respect, and acceptance. Mr. Flood has a son with autism and he will describe the challenges he and his family have experienced, as well as the joy and love that they have shared through the years. It will be a powerful and moving presentation. Mr. Flood last visited Dunellen in 2017.
Congratulations to the DHS Students of the Month for February:
Grade 12 - Antonio Soto
Grade 11 - Abigail Buratti
Grade 10 - Melany Jimenez Arrivillaga
Grade 9 - Isaiah Jackson
Congratulations to Ryan Hutchins, Danny Watts, and Jamael Davis as they were named All-Silver Division for Boys Basketball.
Good luck to the Boys Basketball team as they compete in the first round of the NJSIAA State Basketball Tournament on Wednesday, February 26th at 6 pm at Faber School with a game against Highland Park High School. Come out and support the team. Go Destroyers!!
The Spring Sport season is approaching. Any student interested in participating in baseball, softball, boys tennis, or track & field should make sure they have submitted their paperwork so that they can join a team. If interested, please be sure to see Mr. DeNapoli or Mrs. Buchholz in Room 202 for more information.
Class of 2026: Students in Grade 11 will be taking the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA) in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, March 11 - 14. This is the Graduation test students need to pass in order to be in a position to graduate in 2026. Students need to be sure to charge their Chromebooks, try to get a good night's sleep, and be on time to school!