Reminder Guest Speaker: Adam Hartwell TONIGHT 7pm
Hosted by: DSEPAC
Help spread the word about an upcoming Cyber Range webinar focused on cyber safety across generations!
The virtual session features cyber expert Nick Gipson and covers real‑world online threats affecting students, families, and older adults, including social media impersonation, sextortion, AI‑generated images, online harassment, and common scams targeting seniors. The content is practical and accessible for a broad audience.
Webinar details:
Title: Think Before You Click!
Date/Time: Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Format: Virtual webinar
Audience: Teens, families, adults, and seniors
Attached is a copy of my weekly newsletter. I hope see to see a full house at DHS tonight as our girls take on the Renaissance School at 6PM in the Elite 8 round. of the MIAA Basketball Tournament.
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Preschool Informational Night Cancelled
Due to the inclement weather predicted for this evening, Thursday, March 5th, the Preschool Informational Night for Parents has been cancelled.
The event has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 11th at 6:00 PM. We hope you will be able to join us then.
Please note that preschool applications are currently being accepted, and applications may be dropped off at the school at your convenience.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you on March 11th.
Due to the inclement weather predicted for this evening, Thursday, March 5th, the Preschool Informational Night for Parents has been cancelled.
The event has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 11th at 6:00 PM. We hope you will be able to join us then.
Please note that preschool applications are currently being accepted, and applications may be dropped off at the school at your convenience.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you on March 11th.
It has been great to have everyone back this week. Attached is a copy of my weekly newsletter. Enjoy the weekend.
https://app.smore.com/n/ngaz1
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Douglas SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) is hosting a Resource Fair for families on March 3, 2026 from 6-7:30pm at Douglas Elementary School in the Cafeteria. The attached flyer includes more information and highlights some of the vendors who will be in attendance.
Dear Douglas,
After a discussion with Tellstone this morning we have added DPS and DES to the following pick up spots:
D1 Corner of Cummings Ct. and Main St.
(7:30AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
D12 Corner of Gleason and Main St
(8:05AM / First drop off in the afternoon)
D5 Depot St. and Pleasant St.
(8:05AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
D1 Corner of Bowen Ct. and Main St.
(7:55AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
We will continue with these drop off and pick up locations through the rest of the week.
My best,
Paul D. Vieira, Ed.D.
Superintendent
After a discussion with Tellstone this morning we have added DPS and DES to the following pick up spots:
D1 Corner of Cummings Ct. and Main St.
(7:30AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
D12 Corner of Gleason and Main St
(8:05AM / First drop off in the afternoon)
D5 Depot St. and Pleasant St.
(8:05AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
D1 Corner of Bowen Ct. and Main St.
(7:55AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
We will continue with these drop off and pick up locations through the rest of the week.
My best,
Paul D. Vieira, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Dear Douglas,
I am pleased to share the good news that we will have school tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25, with a regular start time.
I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the Town of Douglas, Adam Furno and his team, and Jeff Kollett and his staff for the exceptional work they have done to prepare our streets and schools. This was no small task. They worked long hours under very challenging conditions over the past several days, and we are deeply grateful for their dedication and commitment to our community.
At this time, roads throughout town are clear and passable for cars and buses. Our school walkways, parking lots, and entrances have also been cleared, and we are ready to welcome students and staff back.
That said, I want to ask for everyone’s continued patience and cooperation over the next few days. Snow banks remain high and will likely stay that way for the coming weeks. The Highway Department will continue pushing back snow and sidewalks in the center of town are currently impassable and are expected to remain that way until later this week.
Please exercise caution when traveling to and from school and while waiting at bus stops. We have approximately 30 students who typically walk to school, and due to the sidewalk conditions, I ask families to drive students if possible.
If driving is not an option, Tellstone, our bus provider, has added temporary bus stops through the end of the week to support students (DMS and DHS only) who live in the center of town and would normally walk. The stops and times are listed below:
D1 Corner of Bowen Ct. and Main St.
(6:55AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
D1 Corner of Cummings Ct. and Main St.
(6:35AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
D5 Depot St. and Pleasant St.
(6:55AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
D11 Corner of Gleason and Main St
(6:55AM / First drop off in the afternoon)
In addition, I have been in contact with the Douglas Police Department, and there will be an increased police presence in the center of town during school arrival and dismissal over the next three days. I am thankful to Tellstone and the Douglas Police Department for their partnership.
Thank you for your continued patience, understanding, and support. We look forward to welcoming everyone back tomorrow and returning to our regular routines together.
Respectfully,
Paul D. Vieira, Ed.D.
Superintendent
I am pleased to share the good news that we will have school tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25, with a regular start time.
I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the Town of Douglas, Adam Furno and his team, and Jeff Kollett and his staff for the exceptional work they have done to prepare our streets and schools. This was no small task. They worked long hours under very challenging conditions over the past several days, and we are deeply grateful for their dedication and commitment to our community.
At this time, roads throughout town are clear and passable for cars and buses. Our school walkways, parking lots, and entrances have also been cleared, and we are ready to welcome students and staff back.
That said, I want to ask for everyone’s continued patience and cooperation over the next few days. Snow banks remain high and will likely stay that way for the coming weeks. The Highway Department will continue pushing back snow and sidewalks in the center of town are currently impassable and are expected to remain that way until later this week.
Please exercise caution when traveling to and from school and while waiting at bus stops. We have approximately 30 students who typically walk to school, and due to the sidewalk conditions, I ask families to drive students if possible.
If driving is not an option, Tellstone, our bus provider, has added temporary bus stops through the end of the week to support students (DMS and DHS only) who live in the center of town and would normally walk. The stops and times are listed below:
D1 Corner of Bowen Ct. and Main St.
(6:55AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
D1 Corner of Cummings Ct. and Main St.
(6:35AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
D5 Depot St. and Pleasant St.
(6:55AM/First drop off in the afternoon)
D11 Corner of Gleason and Main St
(6:55AM / First drop off in the afternoon)
In addition, I have been in contact with the Douglas Police Department, and there will be an increased police presence in the center of town during school arrival and dismissal over the next three days. I am thankful to Tellstone and the Douglas Police Department for their partnership.
Thank you for your continued patience, understanding, and support. We look forward to welcoming everyone back tomorrow and returning to our regular routines together.
Respectfully,
Paul D. Vieira, Ed.D.
Superintendent
The Douglas Public Schools will be closed again tomorrow, Tuesday February 24. Stay safe and warm.
The Douglas Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday February 23. Enjoy the extended February vacation.
Attached is a copy of my weekly newsletter. Have a SUPER weekend and GO PATS!
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The Douglas Public Schools will have a two hour delay tomorrow Tuesday January 27, 2026. Thank you to Jeff Kollett, Adam Furno, their teams, and the Town of Douglas for all of their efforts clearing the streets, sidewalks, and our schools. Stay safe and thank you.
Hello, this is Paul Vieira, Superintendent of Schools with the call you have been waiting for. The Douglas Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday January 26. Stay safe and warm and Go Patriots.
Welcome Back and Happy New Year!
Attached is a copy of my weekly newsletter.
https://app.smore.com/n/3sx5y
Attached is a copy of my weekly newsletter.
https://app.smore.com/n/3sx5y
