We were honored to welcome DESE Commissioner Pedro Martinez to Dighton-Rehoboth today as he toured DRRHS and Palmer River Elementary and experienced the innovative learning opportunities igniting, empowering, and shaping the future for our students.

From hearing directly from our Early College students and teachers, to learning about our expanding Career & Technical Education programs in Culinary Arts/Hospitality and Criminal Justice/Public Safety, and touring elementary classrooms filled with engaging, joyful learning experiences, the visit highlighted the powerful work happening across our district to prepare every learner for success.

Thank you to our local elected officials, students, staff, and community members who helped showcase what makes #WeAreDR so special. 🚀

#EIS #DT2030
about 18 hours ago, Megan Smallidge
Students walk in with Commissioner Martinez
Early College teachers, students and admin
Criminal Justice space
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Joyful learning
Who’s ready for a weekend challenge from Boosterthon?! 🙋‍♀️ Get a $30 flat donation or $1 per minute of activity donation before Monday, and you’ll score a GLOW IN THE DARK EDITION keychain. Good luck!
about 22 hours ago, Kristine Kefor
Boosterthon

What an exciting day at Palmer River Elementary School! Today, award-winning author and illustrator Peter H. Reynolds visited our students and shared an engaging presentation about his journey to becoming a writer and illustrator. Students were inspired by his creativity, perseverance, and love of storytelling, and we are so grateful he helped us kick off our summer reading program in such a meaningful way.

A huge thank you to our amazing Rehoboth PTSA for making this special visit possible! As an added surprise, the PTSA also selected and purchased almost seven hundred books so that every PRES student will receive a brand-new book by Peter H. Reynolds to launch their summer reading adventures.

It was truly a memorable day filled with inspiration, imagination, and joy for reading!

about 23 hours ago, Kristine Kefor
Peter H. Reynolds Author Visit
Peter H. Reynolds Author Visit
Peter H. Reynolds Author Visit
Peter H. Reynolds Author Visit
Peter H. Reynolds Author Visit
Peter H. Reynolds Author Visit
Peter H. Reynolds Author Visit
Peter H. Reynolds Author Visit
We can’t reach our $30,000 goal without you! It takes everyone working together to really make a difference here at Palmer River Elementary School. Don't forget: when we reach 75% of our school signed up, every student at Palmer River Elementary School will get a day pass to Great Wolf Lodge! 🎉 AND sharing and getting donations get you entered to win a night stay at Great Wolf Lodge!

🎬 Palmer River Elementary School families—your student can STAR in a video with Dude Perfect! 🤩 Trick shots included! 🏀🥅 Just upload a photo at MyBooster.com and share your page! 🚨Bonus: The class with the most Student Star Videos will play Trick Shot Rockets! Let’s go! 🙌

Support your school and score awesome rewards at MyBooster.com!
1 day ago, Kristine Kefor
Boosterthon
🎉 LET’S GO! Our Palmer River Fun Run starts TODAY! We’re raising $30,000 for buses for field trips and student enrichment and need YOUR help — it only takes a minute to share your page with friends and family! When we reach our school goal, EVERY STUDENT will get a day pass to Great Wolf Lodge! Plus, when you share and get donations, your family will be entered to win a night's stay at Great Wolf Lodge.
3 days ago, Kristine Kefor
Boosterthon Launch!
Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

Wishing everyone a meaningful Memorial Day as we reflect with gratitude on those who gave all. 🇺🇸

#WeAreDR #EIS #DT2030
5 days ago, Lauren Harwood
Happy Memorial Day!
Recently, Palmer River Elementary School held our annual Masked Reader event, which is always a favorite among students and staff! Throughout the week, a shark, llama, fish, frog, toad, and pigeon read stories aloud while students listened carefully for clues and tried to guess which staff members were behind the masks. The event brought lots of excitement, laughter, and school spirit to our building.

This fundraiser brought in almost $1,500 to help stock "Inchy," our book vending machine, with new books and popular titles for students to enjoy throughout the year.

A special thank you to Mrs. DiPalma, Ms. Larrivee, and Mrs. Sullivan for organizing this memorable event and for all they do to keep Inchy filled with engaging books for our students. Thank you as well to everyone who donated and supported this special event, and to the staff members who volunteered to participate as readers behind the masks!

#WeAreDR #EIS #DRivingToward2030
8 days ago, Kristine Kefor
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Masked Reader
Masked Reader
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Masked Reader
It’s almost GO time! Have you signed up your student yet? Go to MyBooster.com today! We’re ready to have fun and raise some funds for our school! 🙌 And this year, Booster has partnered with Great Wolf Lodge, so if we hit our registration goal of 75%, they are giving everyone something fun! Tune in to hear how they’re supporting us in our Palmer River Fun Run fundraiser!
11 days ago, Kristine Kefor
Booster

Today was such a heartwarming and unforgettable day as Palmer River Elementary School, and the Dighton Rehoboth School District, proudly sent our students to the Special Olympics Games in Dartmouth, Massachusetts! As you can see from the photos, our student-athletes had an absolute blast! The day was full of smiles, excitement, teamwork, and joy from start to finish.

We are so proud of each and every one of our students for their enthusiasm, sportsmanship, determination, and courage. The energy and support throughout the day truly showed what an incredible school community we have.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to the families who came to cheer on and support our students. Your encouragement meant so much! Thank you as well to all of the staff members who attended and helped make this special day possible. Your dedication and care for our students never go unnoticed.

#WeAreDR #EIS #DRivingToward2030

15 days ago, Kristine Kefor
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Special Olympics
Special Olympics
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Special Olympics

🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉 Palmer River Fun Run registration opens TODAY! We’re attempting to raise $30,000 for buses for field trips and student enrichment, and we need your help. Save the date and stay tuned for more details on how you can support our cause.

💻 Register online at MyBooster.com – 05/12/2026
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 05/26/2026
👟 Event Day – 06/05/2026

Make sure to register at MyBooster.com, because this year when we hit our registration goal, Great Wolf Lodge is giving every student something fun! More info coming soon!

18 days ago, Kristine Kefor
Fun Run!
Happy Staff Appreciation Week to the incredible staff at Palmer River Elementary School!

Every day, you show kindness, compassion, patience, and heart. Thank you for the countless hours, hard work, dedication, and care you pour into our students and school community. From the classroom to the office, cafeteria, playground, and beyond — each of you helps make PRES a place where children feel safe, supported, and loved. Your impact reaches far beyond academics, and we are so grateful for everything you do each and every day.

PRES is special because of YOU!

Wishing all of our amazing staff a very Happy Staff Appreciation Week!
22 days ago, Kristine Kefor
Staff Appreciation!
Tonight, we were delighted to welcome families to the Annual Palmer River Wax Museum. Our third graders truly impressed us with their remarkable research and presentations on individuals who have made significant historical contributions to Massachusetts. The costumes and props they created were the best yet! Congratulations to both the students and the staff for their exceptional efforts and dedication. We are incredibly proud of your hard work and achievements. #WeAreDR #EIS
23 days ago, Palmer River Elementary School
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It’s Staff Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating the incredible people who make our schools thrive! 💚💛

From classrooms to cafeterias, offices to hallways—our staff show up every day with dedication, heart, and an unwavering commitment to our students. You are the foundation of our success and the reason our schools are such special places to learn and grow.

Thank you for all that you do to empower, ignite, and shape the future. We are so grateful for each and every one of you. #WeAreDR #EIS #DT2030
26 days ago, Lauren Harwood
Staff Appreciation Week
Related arts classes, or "specials," are an essential part of a well-rounded education! At PRES, our students look forward to attending art, music, physical education, library, STEAM, and computer skills each week. These experiences give them the opportunity to explore their interests, discover new talents, and engage in learning beyond the traditional classroom.

Students thrive when they can learn in different environments and through different modalities. Whether they’re creating in art, moving in PE, coding in computer class, reading about faraway places in library, or exploring new ideas in STEAM, each setting supports unique ways of thinking and understanding. Related arts classes not only spark creativity and curiosity, but they also help students build confidence, collaboration skills, and a lifelong love of learning.

#DrivingToward2030 #WeAreDR #EIS
29 days ago, Kristine Kefor
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Today we celebrate our incredible cafeteria team on School Lunch Hero Day!

Behind every meal is a group of dedicated professionals who nourish our students, brighten their days with a smile, and keep our schools running strong. Your care, hard work, and commitment do not go unnoticed—you truly are heroes in our community.

Thank you for all you do to support, fuel, and uplift our students each and every day. 💚💛 #SchoolLunchHeroDay #WeAreDR #EIS #DT2030
29 days ago, Lauren Harwood
School Lunch Hero Day
Big news for Dighton-Rehoboth Regional Schools! 🎉

We’re proud to share that we have been awarded $1.5 million to expand Career & Technical Education opportunities for our students.

This investment will launch new Culinary Arts and Criminal Justice programs, providing students with hands-on experience, industry certifications, and real-world pathways to high-demand careers. Through strong partnerships with local colleges, employers, and workforce leaders, we’re igniting a future where every student is empowered with a clear path shaped for success.

#WeAreDR #EIS #DT2030 #CTE #CareerReady #FutureFocused
30 days ago, Megan Smallidge
CTE Grant Announcement
Today, we celebrate our school bus drivers!

#WeAreDR #EIS #DT2030
about 1 month ago, Lauren Harwood
School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
Today, we celebrate our Administrative Professionals!

#WeAreDR #EIS #DT2030
about 1 month ago, Lauren Harwood
Admiistrative Professionals
REMINDER: April vacation week is coming soon!
about 2 months ago, Kristine Kefor
April Vacation Reminder
Recess isn’t just a break. It might actually be the best part of the school day!

Every day, kids head outside and just get to be kids. They run around, make up games, solve little playground problems, and laugh with friends. When they come back inside, they’re happier, more focused, and ready to learn. The American Academy of Pediatrics even calls recess a crucial part of child development, and research continues to show it has only positive benefits, from improving focus and memory to reducing disruptive behavior, strengthening social skills, and helping kids stay active and healthy. Fresh air, sunshine, and a little freedom go a long way.

Daily recess means happier kids, better learning, and a whole lot more joy. See for yourself!
about 2 months ago, Kristine Kefor
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Recess!
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