Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School

DYRSD Emergency/Weather Closing Procedure

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

Shelter and Meal Service

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

D-Y Regional High School Shelter

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

No School Monday February 23, 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

Reminder: No School – February 16 - 20, 2026 February Vacation

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 Newsletter 2/8/2026

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

February 6 Superintendent's Newsletter

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

1.5 Hour Early Release All Grades Wednesday, February 4, 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 Newsletter 1/25/26

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

January 23 Superintendent's Newsletter

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

DYRSD Now Hiring - Haitian Creole Family Liaison and Interpreter

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

Reminder: No School Monday, 1/19/2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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 Newsletter 1/11/26

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

January 9 - Superintendent Message

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

1.5 Hour Early Release All Grades Wednesday, 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 Newsletter 12/23/25

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

FREE Integrated Preschool – Now Enrolling!

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

Reminder - December Vacation 12/24/2025 - 1/2/2026

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

DYRSD Announces Participation in Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy Program

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

December 12 - Superintendent Message

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

MLPAC Meeting December 16th

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 Newsletter 12/7/25

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

November 21 - Superintendent Message

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

Half Day Wednesday 11/26 & Thanksgiving Break

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

DYRSD Welcomes New School Committee Member

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

D-Y Field Hockey Team is Heading to the State Finals!

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

Reminder: Yarmouth Special Town Meeting – MES Building Project

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

Guidelines for Keeping Sick Children Home from School

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

November 7 - Superintendent Message

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

Grade 4 Young Persons Concert

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

Reminder: No School on Tuesday, November 11 – Veterans Day

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

3 Quick Updates

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

Free Learn to Play Girls Clinic

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

Intramural Lacrosse Starts This Week

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

Sharing Difficult News

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

Local Resources to Support Families

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 Newsletter 10/26

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

October 24 - Superintendent Message

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

DYIMS Egg Drop

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

MLPAC Meeting and Free Adult ESL Classes Registration

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

DYRSD Observes America’s Safe Schools Week: October 19–24

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

Grade 4 Fun Run Event

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 Newsletter 10/10

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

October 10 - Superintendent Message

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 Newsletter 9/28

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

September 26 - Superintendent Message

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

September 12 - Superintendent Message

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

Press Release: Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Renews Superintendent's Contract

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

Thanks for coming! Here's a newsletter with lots of information that we spoke about!

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

Unauthorized Content Incident and Our Immediate Response

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

Student Handbook & Dolphin Way

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

First Day of School

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

School Information

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

August 26 - Superintendent Message

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

Teacher Assignments

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

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

July 25 Superintendent Message

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

June 13 Superintendent Message

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

May 30 Superintendent Message

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

News Archive DYI

News Archive

DYRSD Emergency/Weather Closing Procedure

Shelter and Meal Service

D-Y Regional High School Shelter

No School Monday February 23, 2026

Reminder: No School – February 16 - 20, 2026 February Vacation

DYI Newsletter 2/8/2026

February 6 Superintendent's Newsletter

1.5 Hour Early Release All Grades Wednesday, February 4, 2026

DYI Newsletter 1/25/26

January 23 Superintendent's Newsletter

DYRSD Now Hiring - Haitian Creole Family Liaison and Interpreter

Reminder: No School Monday, 1/19/2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day

DYI Newsletter 1/11/26

January 9 - Superintendent Message

1.5 Hour Early Release All Grades Wednesday, January 7, 2026

DYI Newsletter 12/23/25

FREE Integrated Preschool – Now Enrolling!

Reminder - December Vacation 12/24/2025 - 1/2/2026

DYRSD Announces Participation in Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy Program

December 12 - Superintendent Message

MLPAC Meeting December 16th

DYI Newsletter 12/7/25

November 21 - Superintendent Message

Half Day Wednesday 11/26 & Thanksgiving Break

DYRSD Welcomes New School Committee Member

D-Y Field Hockey Team is Heading to the State Finals!

Reminder: Yarmouth Special Town Meeting – MES Building Project

Guidelines for Keeping Sick Children Home from School

November 7 - Superintendent Message

Grade 4 Young Persons Concert

Reminder: No School on Tuesday, November 11 – Veterans Day

3 Quick Updates

Free Learn to Play Girls Clinic

Intramural Lacrosse Starts This Week

Sharing Difficult News

Local Resources to Support Families

DYI Newsletter 10/26

October 24 - Superintendent Message

DYIMS Egg Drop

MLPAC Meeting and Free Adult ESL Classes Registration

DYRSD Observes America’s Safe Schools Week: October 19–24

Grade 4 Fun Run Event

DYI Newsletter 10/10

October 10 - Superintendent Message

DYI Newsletter 9/28

September 26 - Superintendent Message

September 12 - Superintendent Message

Press Release: Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Renews Superintendent's Contract

Thanks for coming! Here's a newsletter with lots of information that we spoke about!

Unauthorized Content Incident and Our Immediate Response

Student Handbook & Dolphin Way

First Day of School

School Information

August 26 - Superintendent Message

Teacher Assignments

DYI Dolphin Report- Summer Edition

July 25 Superintendent Message

June 13 Superintendent Message

May 30 Superintendent Message