Warm wishes for the holiday season!
#WeAreDR #EIS #DT2030
1 day ago, Lauren Harwood
I graduated from Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School in 1965 and went on to Northeastern University, earning a B.A. in Liberal Arts as a math major while playing four years on the men’s basketball team. In 1970, I married my high school sweetheart, Elizabeth Hopkins, and soon after began my career in education. I taught mathematics and coached freshmen basketball at Somerset High School from 1970 to 1973.
In 1973, Superintendent Joseph C. Harrington hired me to return to DRRHS as a math teacher and boys’ basketball coach. I spent the next 24 years on the sidelines, and in 1990, I was honored to serve as President of the Massachusetts Basketball Coaches’ Association. I also completed my Master of Education in School Administration from Bridgewater State University in 1984 and served as Mathematics Department Head from 1991 to 1995.
From 1997 to 2002, I served as Assistant Principal at DRRHS before accepting the position of Athletic Director at Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School, where I worked until my retirement in 2006. Along the way, I also served in the United States Army Reserves from 1970 to 1976.
Liz and I raised two children who make us incredibly proud: Erika (DRRHS 1995, Duke University 1999) and Steven (DRRHS 2002, Western New England University 2006). Our greatest joy now comes from our four grandchildren—Benjamin, Emerson, Matthew, and Annie—who fill our lives with energy and laughter.
In retirement, I enjoy golf, fishing, and staying connected to the community. In 2025, I was proud to return once more to DRRHS as a member of the branding committee for the high school’s new visual identity.
Looking back, I am grateful for a career centered on education, athletics, and service—and for the family and community that have supported me throughout the journey.
#WeAreDR #EIS #DT2030
2 days ago, Lauren Harwood
🏀⭐ **Impossible Shot Alert!** ⭐🏀
In every PE class, Mr. K selects a student who shows outstanding sportsmanship, a positive attitude, and a willingness to give their very best effort by attempting the *Impossible Shot*.
Today, we celebrated our **very first winner** at Palmer River Elementary School—congratulations to **second grader Winston**! 🎉👏
What an exciting achievement and a great example of perseverance and positivity. Way to go, Winston! 💪🎯
7 days ago, Palmer River Elementary School
This morning, our second graders boarded their very own version of The Polar Express for a truly unforgettable experience. Mrs. Mello, our conductor, led an engaging and interactive read-aloud of the classic story by Chris Van Allsburg, while Mrs. Grant had students singing along to a boisterous rendition of the “Hot Chocolate” song. What a joyful memory and a cherished tradition—full of wonder, music, and holiday magic—here at PRES! #EIS #WeAreDR #DrivingTowards2030
8 days ago, Palmer River Elementary School
We are so grateful for our community partners at the Rehoboth Police Department. We can always count on RPD, and we truly appreciate their increased presence at PRES this week—we love having them here! From high fives with Sgt. Aguiar to reading lessons with SRO Detective Hedrick, our students light up when they visit. Thank you, Rehoboth Police Department, for your continued support, partnership, and commitment to our kids. #DRivingTowards2030 #EIS #WeAreDR
10 days ago, Kristine Kefor
Big congratulations to our talented fourth grader, Morgan! Morgan had a beautiful piece featured in the Attleboro Art Museum Annual Members Exhibition. Her stunning pastel drawing of a peacock truly stood out—what an incredible accomplishment! We’re so proud of you, Morgan. Your future is bright! #EIS #DT2030 #WeAreDR
13 days ago, Palmer River Elementary School
🇺🇸✨ A Morning of Honor & Pride ✨🇺🇸 This morning, four PRES students proudly shared their original writing at National Wreaths Across America Day, held at the Rehoboth Village Cemetery and Redway Plain. Our third graders read heartfelt poems, and our fourth graders shared powerful essays reflecting on what makes veterans true heroes. Thank you to Jaime Papineau and Poppy’s crew for including us in this moving tribute. It was truly an honor to be part of such a meaningful day of remembrance and gratitude. ❤️🤍💙 #WeAreDR #DT2030 #EIS
13 days ago, Palmer River Elementary School
A huge thank you to our incredible PTSA for another magical Gingerbread Shoppe!
Each year, our amazing PTSA and parent volunteers transform this tradition into something truly special. They guide our students as they thoughtfully choose little gifts and trinkets to show appreciation for the people they love—and the joy on our students’ faces says it all.
We are so grateful for the time, care, and heart that goes into making this event happen year after year, creating memories our students will cherish.
Thank you, PTSA, for filling our school with kindness, generosity, and cheer! #WeAreDR
17 days ago, Palmer River Elementary School
✨Get Ready for December Spirit Week! ✨
We’re excited to share our December Spirit Week flyer with all of you! Each day is filled with festive fun, school spirit, and plenty of cheer to help us celebrate the season together.
Take a look at the flyer to see each day’s theme and start planning your outfits! We can’t wait to see our students and staff join in on the excitement. 💚🐝
22 days ago, Cassey Monte
This week, we celebrated students who have been shining examples of our November Monthly Mindset — Thankful. These students were nominated by their teachers for consistently showing gratitude, kindness, and appreciation for others throughout the month.
Their actions—big and small—help create a warm, caring, and connected school community. We are so proud of each of them! 💚🐝
We look forward to continuing to celebrate additional students nominated in the coming days.
Thank you to our amazing students for reminding us what it means to be truly thankful.
22 days ago, Cassey Monte
We’re proud to celebrate our ongoing partnership with Special Olympics and the Unified Schools Program! 💚💛 Today, the Beckwith Believers joined us for an afternoon of connection, teamwork, and fun. Our students spent time getting to know one another through icebreaker games, lots of laughter, and plenty of cheering. We wrapped things up with a friendly round of indoor bocce, and wow, did our athletes shine! We had an absolute blast and can’t wait for our next Unified event. Partnerships like this make our community stronger, more inclusive, and endlessly inspiring.
23 days ago, Palmer River Elementary School
The competition was fierce, the stakes were high, and the bragging rights were VERY real… but Mrs. Wright’s students emerged victorious in the ultimate Sight-Word Rock, Paper, Scissors Battle this afternoon!
Who knew spelling sight words could feel like the championship round of an indoor rainy-day Olympics?
Such a fun (and surprisingly intense!) way to learn and stay entertained on a gloomy afternoon!
24 days ago, Palmer River Elementary School
Thank you to our community and our staff for supporting every learner and helping our students grow with confidence. #WeAreDR #EIS #DT2030
24 days ago, Megan Smallidge
🦃 Reminder for Families:
Tomorrow, Nov. 26 is an Early Release Day. Dismissal is at 12:25pm
🍽 Breakfast will be served
❌ Lunch will not be served
👶 No PM PreK
Enjoy a relaxing Thanksgiving break! We’ll see you back on Dec. 1.
about 1 month ago, Kristine Kefor
We are incredibly grateful for the amazing success of this year’s food drive! Thank you to all of the students and families who donated so generously. Because of your kindness and donations, we will be providing Thanksgiving dinner (complete with turkeys!) to six PRES families, and making a substantial donation to the Rehoboth Food Pantry. Your support truly makes a difference in our community!
about 1 month ago, Palmer River Elementary School
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who sponsored a bit of ☀️sunshine☀️ for our staff on conference day (and night!). Your kindness truly brightened their long day and was such a thoughtful treat.
And a very special thank you to our sunshine fairies — Mrs. DiPalma and Ms. MacLean — for delivering these surprises with so much care. We are deeply grateful. 💚
about 1 month ago, Palmer River Elementary School
A reminder that we’re once again partnering with the Greater Attleboro Council for Children to help make the season brighter for Dighton and Rehoboth families through the Christmas is for Kids program. New families have until November 22, 2025 to apply. Applications are available at every school and the Superintendent’s Office — or scan the QR code to download one online.
Let’s come together to make DReams come true this holiday season!
Learn more or donate:
www.councilforchildren.org#WeAreDR #HolidayDReams #DT2030 #EIS
about 1 month ago, Megan Smallidge
This is a friendly reminder that Thursday, November 20, 2025 and Friday, November 21, 2025, are Early Release Days due to Parent Teacher Conferences.
Students will be dismissed at 12:25 p.m. As a reminder, there is no afternoon PreK session on Early Release Days. While breakfast will be served, lunch will not be provided.
about 1 month ago, Kristine Kefor
🌟 Palmer River Elementary School Mindset Recognition! 🌟
Congratulations to our students who were recognized this week for demonstrating the October Mindset: Optimism! 💛
These students were nominated by their teachers for consistently showing a positive attitude, believing in themselves and others, and finding the good in every situation. Their optimism helps make Palmer River a brighter place each day! ☀️
about 1 month ago, Cassey Monte
Kindness matters at DR!
#WeAreDR
about 1 month ago, Megan Smallidge
