Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School
Empowering Students to Achieve Excellence
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. A Community Effort Hello Dolphin Community, It has been a busy start to the school year here in D-Y. We have had several great things going on that con...
September 18, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Welcome Back Hello Dolphin Community, It has been a busy couple of days in D-Y. It was wonderful to have staff back in the District this week beginning...
September 4, 2026
Dear Families and Students,We are updating our bus routes across the district to help ensure all students get to school and home on time. Over the last three years, bus delays have been a big probl...
September 2, 2026
The Dennis-Yarmouth 2026–2027 Bus Routes are now available on our website at www.dy-regional.k12.ma.us/transportation.As you review your transportation assignment, please be aware that families sho...
August 31, 2026
Dear Families,We want to let you know that bus transportation assignments will be posted on Monday, August 31, rather than Friday, August 28, as originally anticipated.We apologize for the change i...
August 27, 2026
DYI Dolphin ReportAugust 24, 2026A Message from the PrincipalsGood Day DYI families,Happy Summer! It's well past that time of year where back to school signs are up in all of the stores...
August 25, 2026
Superintendent's MessageMarc J. Smith, Ed.D.Almost There...Hello Dolphin Community,I hope this message finds everyone well and enjoying the last few weeks of summer. We are putting the finishing to...
August 21, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Mid Summer Check-In Hello Dolphin Community, I hope this message finds everyone well and enjoying their summer. While most of our students have not bee...
August 7, 2026
DYI Dolphin ReportJune 25, 2026A Message from the PrincipalsGood Day DYI families,Happy Summer!!! Thank you families for your support throughout the school year. It turned out to be a l...
July 1, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Nearing the End Hello Dolphin Community, Just one more week of school left. The last day for students is Thursday, June 25th and it will be a 1/2 day. ...
June 19, 2026
Good Afternoon,I apologize in advance for the two messages on this same topic... learning curve on the new messaging platform by the superintendent. We had to create a new sign up form because the ...
June 17, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Continued Celebrations Hello Dolphin Community, The past couple of weeks have been filled with some wonderful opportunities to recognize our different ...
June 5, 2026
DYI Dolphin Report May 31, 2026 A Message from the Principals Good Evening DYI families, We are looking forward to having Step Up Days for our Grade 3 students beginning this week. Our students sur...
May 31, 2026
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Announces Ms. Laura Nasuti as New Director of Special Education and Student ServicesThe Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District is pleased to announce the ...
May 27, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. In Celebration of Our Community Partners Hello Dolphin Community, At Monday night's School Committee meeting I had the privilege of attending the 2nd A...
May 22, 2026
DYI Dolphin Report May 10, 2026 A Message from the Principals Good Evening DYI families, We are entering one of the busiest parts of the school year. Warmer weather, field trips, concerts and perfo...
May 10, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. 'Art' and About Hello Dolphin Community, This week I was able to make my way over to the Cultural Center of Cape Cod in South Yarmouth to view an exhib...
May 8, 2026
DYRSD Bus Transportation Request for the 2026–2027 School YearDear Dolphin Families,The district has a new transportation request process for the 2026–2027 school year. Families must fill out a tra...
May 8, 2026
Dear Dolphin Families, This is a reminder that Wednesday, May 6, 2026, is a 1.5-hour Early Release Day for all grades. Please see the dismissal times below:DYHS - 12:34 PMDYIMS - 1:12 PMEHBI, MES, ...
May 5, 2026
Join us for the D-Y Pathways PreK–12 Art Journey Reception at the Cape Cod Cultural Center in Owl Hall on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 5–7 PM.This free event is open to all!The exhibit will be on view...
April 30, 2026
Please join us as we honor Patti Watson on Friday, May 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM in the SAE gymnasium.Following the ceremony, SAE students and families are invited to the front field for our annual Famil...
April 30, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Vacation Week Hello Dolphin Community, On Friday before the start of the April Vacation wee, I had the opportunity to take in a bit of the D-Y Middle S...
April 24, 2026
Dear Dolphin Community,All D-Y Schools will be closed Monday, April 20 - Friday, April 24, 2026 for April Vacation Week. We will welcome students back on Monday, April 27.
April 16, 2026
DYI Dolphin Report April 12, 2026 A Message from the Principals Good Evening DYI families, Our first leg of MCAS testing is behind us. We would like to thank all families for their support througho...
April 12, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Override Planning Hello Dolphin Community, Earlier this week, I had the privilege of attending the Encore performance of the Winter Percussion and Wint...
April 10, 2026
Dear Dolphin Families,This is a reminder that Friday, April 3, 2026, is a Half Day for all students and staff.Dismissal Times:DYHS: 10:25 AMDYIMS: 11:15 AMEHBI, MES, SAE: 12:10 PM
April 1, 2026
Dear Dolphin Families, New Student Registration for the 2026-2027 school year begins on April 1, 2026. At that time, families will be able to fill out the pre-registration form, which can be access...
March 31, 2026
Dear Dolphin Families, This is a reminder that Wednesday, April 1, 2026, is a 1.5-hour Early Release Day for all grades. Please see the dismissal times below:DYHS - 12:34 PMDYIMS - 1:12 PMEHBI, MES...
March 30, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Override Planning Hello Dolphin Community, School Committee voted to adopt the 2026-2027 operating budget on Monday, March 9th. They approved a budget ...
March 27, 2026
DYI Dolphin ReportMarch 22, 2026A Message from the PrincipalsGood evening DYI families,This newsletter has two main messages. One is of thanks and the other is a plea for continued support.&n...
March 22, 2026
Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School Receives Grant to Support STEM Career LearningDennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School will expand Project Lead The Way programs to provide hands-on, applied learning...
March 16, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Excelling in Language Hello Dolphin Community, Last night I had the privilege of attending the induction ceremony for the National Honor Societies for ...
March 13, 2026
The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District is excited to offer the opportunity for children to join our preschool program as Community Peers for the 2026-2027 school year. The following details o...
March 12, 2026
DYI Dolphin ReportMarch 8, 2026A Message from the PrincipalsGood evening DYI families,Hopefully this is not a jinx, but I think the seemingly longest winter is over. The snow was knee hi...
March 8, 2026
Dear Dolphin Community,This is a reminder that Tuesday, March 10 and Thursday, March 12 will be half days for students due to Parent-Teacher Conferences.Dismissal times will be as follows:DYH 10:25...
March 5, 2026
Superintendent's MessageMarc J. Smith, Ed.D.Our Shared Value of CommunityHello Dolphin Community,One of our newly adopted district Core Values is Community. One of the ways we define Community in D...
February 27, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Shelter and Meal Service Hello Dolphin Community, This has been one heck of a storm. The combined snowfall, wind, cold temperatures, and sustained powe...
February 25, 2026
Community members seeking information about the shelter, including a list of recommended items to bring, please follow the link below for complete and up-to-date information. Regional Emergency She...
February 25, 2026
New this year, we are bringing our 5th graders to the Blake Planetarium at 117 Long Pond Road in Plymouth. The planetarium aligns with our Grade 5 Science curriculum. The Blake Planetarium is a sta...
February 22, 2026
Good afternoon,Due to the predicted overnight weather conditions, the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23. All district offices will also be closed...
February 22, 2026
Dear Dolphin Community,This is a reminder that there will be no school from Monday, February 16, 2026, through Friday, February 20, 2026.We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, Fe...
February 12, 2026
DYI Dolphin ReportFebruary 8, 2026A Message from the PrincipalsGood afternoon DYI families,The last newsletter was brief due to an impending snowstorm. This one wil be brief since many o...
February 8, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Budget Hearing Hello Dolphin Community, On this coming Monday, February 9th, the School Committee will hold their budget hearing for the 2026-2027 scho...
February 6, 2026
Dear Dolphin Families,This is a reminder that Wednesday, February 4, 2026, is a 1.5-hour Early Release Day for all grades.Please see the dismissal times below:DYHS – 12:34 PMDYIMS – 1:12 PMEHBI, ME...
January 30, 2026
DYI Dolphin ReportJanuary 25, 2026A Message from the PrincipalsGood afternoon DYI families,This will be a brief newsletter because we know most people may be tuning into ParentSquare to see i...
January 25, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Rounding Out January Hello Dolphin Community, Last weekend I had the privilege of traveling up to Boston and joining a strong D-Y contingent in cheerin...
January 23, 2026
Our school district is seeking a bilingual professional to support family engagement and communication.• Fluent in Haitian Creole & English• 25 hours/week * Monday - Friday• $31/hour• Help conn...
January 20, 2026
Dear Dolphin Families, In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School buildings will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.We will welcome our students back on Tue...
January 14, 2026
DYI Dolphin ReportJanuary 11, 2026A Message from the PrincipalsGood evening DYI families,Welcome to 2026! We hope all families had a happy and restful holiday season. As usual, it t...
January 11, 2026
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Welcome Back Hello Dolphin Community, I hope that everyone had a wonderful Holiday Season and that the start of 2026 is going well for everyone so far....
January 9, 2026
Dear Dolphin Community,Weather conditions across the state and Cape can differ significantly and may change with little notice. At times, severe or unsafe weather may require schools to dismiss ear...
January 7, 2026
Dear Dolphin Families,This is a reminder that Wednesday, January 7, 2026, is a 1.5-hour Early Release Day for all grades.Please see the dismissal times below:DYHS – 12:34 PMDYIMS – 1:12 PMEHBI, MES...
January 5, 2026
DYI Dolphin Report December 23, 2025 A Message from the Principals Good evening DYI families, Thank you to everyone for a successful end to 2025. In December, we had four concerts. Our Band, Chorus...
December 23, 2025
Hello Dolphin Community,We are currently accepting applications for our FREE Integrated Preschool program and have immediate openings in our morning session for children age 3.This program provides...
December 23, 2025
Dear Dolphin Community,All Dennis-Yarmouth Schools will be closed for December Vacation from Wednesday, December 24, 2025, through Friday, January 2, 2026.Students will return to school on Monday, ...
December 19, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 16, 2025Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Announces Participation in Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy ProgramSouth Yarmouth, MA — The Dennis-Yarmouth Regi...
December 16, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Delightful December Hello Dolphin Community, This is a wonderful time of year here in D-Y. Throughout the district, so many of our students are showing...
December 12, 2025
Dear D-Y Families,Please join our upcoming Multilingual Learners Parent Advisory Council (MLPAC) Meeting which will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the small cafeteria at Dennis...
December 11, 2025
DYI Dolphin Report December 7, 2025 A Message from the Principals Good evening DYI families, It’s officially the holiday season at school. Some cooler temperatures, concerts and Winter Wonderland a...
December 7, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Thankful Hello Dolphin Community, As we approach the Thanksgiving Holiday next week, there is so much to be thankful for here in D-Y. In just this past...
November 21, 2025
Dear Dolphin Families,This is a reminder that Wednesday, November 26, 2025, is a Half Day for all students and staff.Dismissal Times: DYHS: 10:25 AM DYIMS: 11:15 AM EHBI, MES, SAE: 12:10 PM Thanksg...
November 21, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 17, 2025The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Meg Marshall to the Dennis-Yarmouth School Committee.The Dennis-Yarmouth...
November 17, 2025
Dear Dolphin Community,We are proud to share that our D-Y Girls Field Hockey team is advancing to the MIAA Division IV State Finals!D-Y Regional High School vs. Frontier Regional Burlington High Sc...
November 14, 2025
Dear Dolphin Community,This is a reminder that the Yarmouth Special Town Meeting will be held at DYIMS on Monday, November 17 at 6:00 PM. Important discussions and voting regarding the MES Building...
November 12, 2025
Dear D-Y Families,We know that deciding whether to send your child to school or keep them home can sometimes be difficult. While regular attendance is essential for learning and success, students w...
November 12, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Difficult Times Hello Dolphin Community, This has been a very difficult week for D-Y. Many of our families have loved ones directly impacted by the dev...
November 7, 2025
4th grade students are once again able to attend the Young People’s Concert (YPC) performed by the Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra. This program is provided to students from across Cape Cod, free of ch...
November 7, 2025
Dear Dolphin Families,This is a reminder that all schools in the district will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.Classes will resume on Wednesday, November 12.
November 6, 2025
Good afternoon. Here are three quick updates we want all families to be aware of:1. Student MCAS scores. Most families received MCAS scores on Friday, October 31 or today. If you did not receive yo...
November 3, 2025
Massachusetts Youth Lacrosse is holding a Learn to Play Girls Clinic on Saturday, November 8, 10:30-12:00 at DYIMS. No equipment is needed. Bring a friend and have some fun. Open to any girl K-4 fr...
November 2, 2025
We have free, intramural lacrosse at DYIMS. Click the link below and sign up today! We already have over 70 new and experienced players signed up so we are definitely starting on Monday, November 3...
November 2, 2025
Dear D-Y Community,It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of one of our students, Gabriel Siqueira, a senior and valued member of our varsity soccer team, on Friday October 3...
November 2, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Local Resources Hello Dolphin Community, I am writing today to share some local resources with you in light of the impact some families may be experien...
October 31, 2025
DYI Dolphin Report October 26, 2025 A Message from the Principals Good evening DYI families, Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our Boosterthon Fundraiser. This is our largest effort of t...
October 26, 2025
Superintendent's MessageMarc J. Smith, Ed.D.Checking InHello Dolphin Community,This week finishes off our first round of family/teacher conferences. These meetings provide a great opportunity for f...
October 24, 2025
DY Middle has organized a STEM Design challenge and grades 4-7 are invited. Everyone is asked to preregister by using the QR code in the link below. We hope you can mak this exciting event!Egg Drop...
October 23, 2025
Attention D-Y EL Families!You're invited to our first MLPAC Meeting of the year! MLPAC – Multilingual Learners Parent Advisory CouncilCome learn about our programs, share your voice, and connect wi...
October 21, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 20, 2025Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Observes America’s Safe Schools Week: October 19–24The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District proudly recognizes Amer...
October 20, 2025
The Grade 4 Fun Run Event will take place on the grass fields above the upper turf field. This field is often called the JV baseball field. Famlies may park whereever they wish. If the event moves ...
October 17, 2025
DYI Dolphin Report October 13, 2025 A Message from the Principals Good afternoon DYI families, We have a short and busy week. Hopefully you will have an opportunity on this rainy day to check our s...
October 13, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Falling Forward Hello Dolphin Community, Today across the district staff are engaged in a wide-range of professional learning opportunities. This inclu...
October 10, 2025
DYI Dolphin Report September 28, 2025 A Message from the Principals Good Evening DYI families, Last week was a busy one at DYI. Wednesday night was our first PTO meeting of the year. Thursday was o...
September 28, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Open for Business Hello Dolphin Community, This past couple of week's we have closed out the "Open House" season at each of our schools. It has been so...
September 26, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Off to a Great Start! Hello Dolphin Community, As we close out our second week of school, it has been a great start to the school year. The weather has...
September 12, 2025
Good Morning Dolphin Community,We are pleased to announce the renewal of Superintendent Dr. Marc J. Smith’s contract.Please see the full press release below for more details.We are grateful f...
September 12, 2025
DYI Dolphin Report September 11, 2025 A Message from the Principals Good Evening DYI families, Open House is an exciting night for everyone. We hope you were able to attend, meet your child’s teach...
September 11, 2025
Dear Dolphin Community,We want to inform you about an incident that occurred today involving a compromised student account.At approximately 1:24 PM, a student account was compromised and used to sh...
September 10, 2025
Linked below is a copy of the DYI Student/Family Handbook. After you click the link, you can view the handbook in four different languages. All families are asked to sign off on the following digit...
September 8, 2025
We are excited to welcome your child to school tomorrow (Wednesday) morning. Whether you are family drop off or a bus in the morning, all Grade 4 students report to the cafeteria. Grade...
September 2, 2025
Please take a moment before school begins on Wednesday to read over some basic information about your child's school day. The same information is linked and available below. Thanks!School Day Infor...
August 31, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Ready to Welcome Everyone Back Hello Dolphin Community, Today we welcomed back all our staff to the district kick off the 2025-2026 school year. Convoc...
August 26, 2025
Good morning. Instead of mailing out placement letters for your child’s teacher, the process is digital now. In order to be able to see your child’s teacher, you need to be able t...
August 18, 2025
DYI Dolphin Report Summer Edition Part 1 August 10, 2025 A Message from the Principals Good Evening DYI families, We hope you are enjoying this hot and humid summer. At school we are busy preparing...
August 11, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. July Update Hello Dolphin Community, I hope that this message finds you all well and enjoying a beautiful Cape Cod summer. While most of the students h...
July 25, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. Where Does the Time Go? Hello Dolphin Community, This past Saturday the D-Y community came together to celebrate the class of 2025 at their graduation....
June 13, 2025
Superintendent's Message Marc J. Smith, Ed.D. And Just Like That... Hello Dolphin Community, It is hard to believe it, but today marked the final official day of school for our high school seniors....
May 30, 2025