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.
HOPE Fashion Show Highlights
The HOPE Fashion Show was a roaring success! After adult guests enjoyed the “Oyster Party”, students, families, and guests enjoyed an amazing showcase of fashion, music, and more! It was incredible to see student-made designs from the new Wearable Art course worn by...
Stage Band, US Chorus & Jazz Workshop Winter Concert Highlights
Bravo to our Stage Band, US Chorus and Jazz Workshop musicians for a lively and wonderful Winter Concert! The ensembles performed to a highly appreciative audience, opening with a spirited rendition of “The Flintstones”. Individual musicians showed off their...
Who’s on Broadway? Music Faculty Out in the Field
Outside of their work at D-E, several Music Faculty hold positions in various ensembles within the Tristate Area. We are fortunate to have working professionals as part of our D-E Community! See who's in a pit near you! (Pictured Above from Left to Right: Rebecca...
D-E Achievements from Performing Arts Competitions
Announcing the 2023-2024 D-E Concerto Competition Winners Our Music Department has hosted a Winter Concerto Competition for our orchestra students for the past two years. A professional panel of judges evaluate students on their performance. All participants receive...
Welcome to the Performing Arts Spotlight: The Year So Far
February 2024 Welcome to the new D-E Performing Arts Spotlight, featuring exciting news highlights from our students, faculty and staff. See below for more details on recent programs including our 5th Graders' most recent visit to Lincoln Center, check out...
BLADE Club Zoom with Ms. Tanvi Patel, Amazon Pharmacy
The Upper School Business Leaders at Dwight-Englewood (BLADE) Club recently hosted a virtual interview with Ms. Tanvi Patel, Director of Amazon Pharmacy. Members of the club prepared questions regarding Ms. Patel’s experience working at Amazon, including her role in...
Winter Concert featuring Stage Band/US Chorus/Jazz Workshop – 7 PM, Hajjar Auditorium
Tonight’s the night: D-E Stage Band, Upper School Chorus and Jazz Workshop perform their Winter Concert, 7 PM in Hajjar Auditorium. The ensembles have been rehearsing and they’ll be performing jazz and pop faves including “Sing Sing Sing” and “The Flintstones”! “Free...
HOPE FINAL PROMO
We are just one day away from the HOPE Fashion Show! Student-leaders have been working tirelessly to finalize the looks, walking order, and more. We also had the pleasure of having D-E Parent Linda Evangelista and DNA Models agent Jessica Lillemon come in to give the...
Lunar New Year Middle/Upper School Assemblies
In honor of the Lunar New Year coming up on February 10, our Upper School East Asian Affinity Group, Korean Culture Club, Chinese Culture Club, & others hosted a Lunar New Year Celebration Assembly. We began with an outstanding dragon and kung fu dance by our...
Stage Band, US Chorus & Jazz Workshop Winter Concert ‘preview’
Rehearsals are underway for Stage Band, Upper School Chorus, and Jazz Workshop ensembles’ upcoming Winter Concert! Our D-Edicated musicians and vocalists will perform on Monday, Feb. 5 at 7 PM in Hajjar Auditorium. The concert features an eclectic, fun mix of familiar...