Class of 2026: Scholarship packets are now available on SchooLinks for Seniors to fill out in order to potentially receive scholarship money from local organizations. All seniors should take advantage of this opportunity. Applications are due Saturday, February 21st. 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.

Next week at DHS, we will celebrate Black History Month Spirit Week

Only 4 weeks until the DHS Drama Club’s production of Annie. The show will run from March 5th - 7th. 

Congratulations to the DHS students who are now participating in the Middlesex County Teen Arts High School: Jasmyn Greder - Vocal Music-Broadway, Naomi Soto - Creative Writing, Angelina Soto - Creative Writing.

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 2027: Students in Grade 11 will be taking the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA) in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, March 16 - 20. This is the Graduation test students need to pass in order to be in a position to graduate in 2027. Students need to be sure to charge their Chromebooks, try to get a good night's sleep, and be on time to school! 

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is now OPEN. Please use the link for more information on completing the FAFSA.  It is now a Graduation requirement for all NJ high school students to complete the FAFSA during their 12th grade year.

 https://fsapartners.ed.gov/knowledge-center/library/electronic-announcements/2024-10-30/resources-assist-preparation-2025-26-fafsa-cycle

TOMORROW, the National Honor Society will be holding a Dine to Donate fundraiser on Saturday, February 7th, from 5 - 9 pm at Chipotle in Bound Brook, 318 Chimney Rock Rd. 25% of all proceeds will go towards the NHS. See the attached flyer for more information.

Support the Class of 2026 Cookie Dough Fundraiser. Orders are due by February 14th. See the attached flyer for details.

DHS will be holding its quarterly Honor Roll Assembly on Tuesday, February 10 at 7:50 am in the DHS Auditorium. 

In recognition of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, there will be a virtual discussion on Tuesday, February 10, from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. The presentation will explore what a healthy relationship looks like and the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship, which can include not only physical and/or sexual violence but also more subtle behaviors such as emotional and verbal abuse, manipulation and control, and digital abuse. The event is being sponsored by Empower Somerset and the Empower Youth Advisory Board featuring Safe + Sound Somerset. See the attached flyer for more information.

Support the Dunellen Firehouse with their Movie Night Fundraiser, as they show Planes: Fire and Rescue at the Dunellen Movie Theatre, 458 North Ave. on Sunday, February 22nd at 2:00 pm. The cost is $15 for adults and $10 for kids. Show your support for the Dunellen Destroyer Company and all they do for the community.

The DHS Homework Help Center runs from 2:45 - 3:45 pm every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in the DHS Tech Center. Students can come to get extra help from teachers with their school work or just sit and have a quiet place to get things done. We encourage students to attend so that they have fewer or no assignments to do when they get home.

For the Class of 2026: As college acceptances start to roll in, please be sure to contact Ms. Markert and the counseling office so that they are aware and help to make sure everything is taken care of with your college of choice. 

The 2025 Exodus Yearbook is on sale. To purchase a yearbook, use the following link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1057616/Dunellen-High-School/

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Dunellen, NJ 08812

Phone: 732-400-5900