Happy Halloween! Today was an exciting, “interesting” day at DHS with so many students dressing up in costumes, getting themselves ready to go out and Trick-or-Treat tonight. 

There is NO SCHOOL on Thursday, November 6th and Friday, November 7th.

Students in Mr. Tseng’s classes are diving into the real-world math behind owning their dream car! Each student researched a vehicle of their choice and calculated key financial details — including the down payment, total cost, interest accrued, and overall affordability. This engaging project helped students connect classroom concepts like percentages and interest rates to real-life financial decisions, all while imagining themselves behind the wheel of their dream ride!  

Our Project Connect students — who were once ENL newcomers themselves — hosted a fun and festive Halloween celebration for our current ENL Newcomers! They prepared a short presentation on Halloween traditions and customs in the United States, helping their peers learn about the holiday. The event also featured games, sweet treats, and plenty of laughter as students bonded across cultures and experiences. It was a wonderful display of leadership, mentorship, and community spirit — showing how far our Project Connect students have come and how eager they are to give back!  

Did you know our students can earn Destroyer Dollars for demonstrating excellence both in and out of the classroom? Whether it’s showing academic growth, lending a helping hand, or being caught doing something truly amazing, these positive behaviors are recognized and rewarded!

When students receive Destroyer Dollars, they can enter our monthly raffle for prizes, enjoy a snack, or even earn a positive call home to celebrate their success. It’s our way of reinforcing the great choices our students make every day and building a school culture that values respect, effort, and pride. Keep up the great work, Destroyers!