Beyond Academics: Supporting a Holistic Learning Environment at D-E
In this issue, Michelle Carstens-Potts, Chair of the Health and Wellness Department; Dr. Danny Carragher, Chair of the Human Development Department; and Lisa Wittner, Director of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), discuss their roles and the programs they implement.
In our next issue, Part II of this series will feature conversations with members of our Student Support Leadership Team, including Dr. Deirdre O’Malley, Director of Counseling Services, and Marc Gladstone, Lead Learning Specialist. Interviews have been lightly edited for length and clarity.
Senior Spotlight Exhibit 2024 Highlights
Last week we hosted a reception for our annual Swartley Gallery Senior Spotlight Exhibit! Six senior visual artists presented a breadth of work, ranging from multi-panel paintings, lampshades, photography, still-life, ceramics, and more! The showcase is a celebration...
Congratulations Class of 2024 D-E “Lifers”!
Last week, we hosted our annual Lifers’ Dinner. The evening consisted of “D-E Lifers” – senior students who have attended D-E in all three divisions – honoring one specific faculty or staff member who has impacted them deeply. Students wrote short yet moving speeches...
Service Learning Trips Empower, Engage 8th Graders
CHEERS to Service Learning! Our 8th graders recently participated in the 3rd of their community service opportunities this year. From helping at the Community Food Bank of NJ and baking cookies on-campus for clients of Meals on Wheels North Jersey… to removing...
D-E Boys Golf Wins NJIC League & Meadowlands Championships!
WAY TO “GOLF”! CHEERS to our Boys Varsity Golf Team which won BOTH their League and the Division Championships this past week. Special shout-outs to Danny Lax ‘24 and Jaden Aroesty ‘26 for their placements in the Meadowlands Division, as individual champion and...
Leah Hong ‘25 Nominated for NorthJersey.com / The Record’s 2024 Field Hockey Player of the Year!
WOW & Way to Go Leah Hong ‘25! Leah has been nominated for the NorthJersey.com and The Record’s 2024 Field Hockey Player of the Year (POY)! Leah will be in an awards show on June 28, where Bergen and Passaic County “Players of the Year” and The Record’s “Athlete...
“Wizard of Oz Youth Edition” Performs May 10-11: Reserve Your Seats Today!
It’s “semi-tech” week for “The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition”, this year’s Middle School Musical! A D-Edicated cast and crew are rehearsing and prepping the stage for 3 performances later this week! Showtimes are Friday, May 10 (4:30 PM) and Saturday, May 11 (3 PM &...
VOTE for Gabe Feldman, NJ.com Boys’ LAX Junior Boys Player of the Year!
VOTE for Gabe Feldman ‘25, nominated for NJ.com Junior Boys’ Lacrosse Player of the Year! Gabe earned this nod thanks to his 37 Goals and 20 Assists already earned this 2023-’24 season! WAY TO GO GABE!
Senior Athletes Signing Ceremony Highlights
Nine (9) Class of 2024 athletes who have committed to play a sport in college were recently honored in our Signing Ceremony. The ceremony recognized each senior athlete for their outstanding achievements while playing for D-E and their plans for next year. The event...
5th Grade Opera Highlights
This week our Fifth Grade classes presented their Fifth Grade Original Operas 2023 to the Lower School and families. The whole production consisted of three different stories from three opera “companies” in the 5th grade class. The “World in One” Company, “Puff...
8th Grade Living Wax Museum Highlights
Celebrities, historical figures, and more came alive during yesterday’s annual 8th Grade Living Wax Museum. Students researched the lives of their ‘personas’, interweaving their personal histories within the context of their respective decade or time. Visitors to the...