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DHS Weekly Update - 9/11/26

Posted Date: 09/11/26 (02:30 PM)


DHS Weekly Update

9/11/2026

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Hello Destroyers

Today is the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001. We now recognize that as Patriot Day and DHS students observed a moment of silence during Homeroom. During History classes, students discussed the importance of the events and remembrance of the lives lost. Never Forget! 

We again thank Mr. Roibal for his moving tribute to those that survived and died that day with the display in the DHS Main hallway outside the Counseling office. 
 
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School News and Updates

Congratulations to the Girls Tennis team as they have started off the season with an impressive record of 4-0, with victories over Perth Amboy, New Brunswick, South River and North Plainfield!

Congratulations to the Girls Soccer team as they began the season with a win over Carteret and a tie with Plainfield for a record of 1-0-1.

Good luck to the Boys Soccer team as they have a game @ South River today at 4 pm. The team is looking to bounce back from an opening game loss against JFK High School.

Good luck to the Football team as they play their 1st home game of the season against Belvidere, tonight at 7 pm at Columbia Park. The team is coming off an opening week 12-7 loss to JP Stevens High School.

Any student interested in running to be a class officer, should have notified the adviser by the end of the school day today. Those running will be expected to give a speech before their class on Wednesday, September 16thElections will be held on Thursday, September 17th.

Upcoming Events

DHS will be hosting Back to School Night next week on Tuesday, September 15th, starting at 6:30 pm. Come out to meet all of the teachers and get a chance to tour the building. We will speak about expectations for the new school year and opportunities available to the students. 

There will be the first Spirit Week of the year the week of September 22 - 25! There will be themes for each day, culminating with Homecoming, to be celebrated on Friday, September 25th with the crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen at halftime of the football game v. Middlesex High School.

Picture Day is coming up for 9th, 10th, and 11th graders on Friday, October 9th. School pictures will be taken during students' PE/Health classes. Picture forms will be handed out during Homeroom.
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Important Reminders

For students eligible for the National Honor Society: Be sure to complete your application by Friday, September 18th. If you have any questions, see Dr. Best.

DHS will soon be offering the Homework Help Center after school, 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.
 

Academic Corner: From the desk of Ms. Powell

We are starting the year strong at DHS as students settle into classroom routines, expectations, and learning! As we continue building these positive habits, please remind your student to bring their Chromebook to school fully charged each day. Loaner Chromebooks will only be provided when a school-issued device is broken or in need of repair. Thank you for helping our students come to school prepared and ready to learn!

And speaking of learning, we are already seeing some great things happening in our classrooms! 

In Ms. Bodak’s Biology classes, students have been learning by doing as they rotate through hands-on stations exploring different forms of life. From examining preserved specimens and shells to getting an up-close look through microscopes, students are observing, investigating, and putting their biology skills into action.

Meanwhile, Mr. Miller’s Geometry students are flexing their algebra skills! Students are working in collaborative groups to solve equations involving lines and midpoints, combining teamwork, problem-solving, and some serious math skills.

It’s great to see our students digging into the new school year, collaborating with one another, and getting right to work!
 
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Contact info

411 First St
Dunellen, NJ 08812
Phone: 732-400-5900

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