Beyond the Classroom
There have been so many opportunities over the past few months for our students, faculty/staff, and families to enjoy learning experiences far beyond the confines of the classroom. This is all thanks to robust, exciting student life and community service initiatives. From our youngest students involved in Affinity Group-led diversity awareness assembly programs and being mentored in hands-on STEM workshops… to Middle and Upper School student leaders of clubs that are focused on the arts, identity, community service and specific interest areas … our mission is fully in action through D-E’s co-curricular offerings.
The D-E Garden Club, Jazz Rock, INSPIRE ( Introducing New Solutions to Promote Integrity & Respect Everywhere), WISE (Women in STEM Education), JADE (Jewish Awareness at D-E); GSA (Gender & Sexuality Awareness) and Spoonies ( a club dedicated to raising awareness about Chronic Illness) are just a few examples of clubs that have made a wonderful, positive impact on the School over the past few months.
The photos here provide just a sampling of these activities; please see the following pages for more specific examples of our students doing their part to ‘make it better’ through fundraising programs including V-Day 2023 and Art in Action, and affinity group activities celebrating differences.
JV Boys Tennis
“The Boys JV Tennis program welcomed their return to having practices and matches on our own home tennis courts. Our capable, committed co-captains were Finn Benveniste ‘26 and Gabriel Rhodes ‘26. The team overall benefited greatly by a schedule that included more...
Boys Lacrosse
“This 2024 Season for Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse was riddled with individual milestones! Four players reached 100 career points (goals + assists): Gabe Feldman ‘25, Jacob Schiffman ‘25, Achille (“Ash”) Pompidou ‘25 , and Alex Jachimowski ‘26. ...
Crew
“All three of our D-E Crew levels – JV, Freshman, and Development – had an excellent year. Highlights included the Mercer Lake Sprints, during which Anna Ibarguen ‘25 and Georgia Unger ‘25 rowed in two events, beating several boats in each, and “hot seating”...
Boys & Girls Golf
“What a terrific 2024 season for D-E Golf! We started the first ever Girls Golf Team in D-E history! The Girls Golf Team finished with a record of 1-4-1 but is a young team (all Freshman) and will continue to improve with more competitive experience. The Boys Golf...
Girls Lacrosse
“We finished the 2024 season with a record of 6-12 [4-3 in league for 4th place]. Co-Captain Alexa Kobre ‘24 had one of her best seasons for us, leading the way in terms of maturity, general teamwork and energy. Junior Co-Captains Dani Weis ‘25 and Presley...
Varsity Ultimate
“This was without question the most successful season that D-E Ultimate has ever had. The team peaked at the right time, going 2-1 in pool play at the NJ State Tournament to earn a bye into the quarterfinals. The Bulldogs crushed their rivals from Columbia 13-5 in the...
Boys’ Track & Field Team
“Our captains Noah Thomas ‘24, Andersen Thompson ‘25, and Jack Park ‘25 helped to lead Boys’ Track & Field to some outstanding results, both for the entire team and individual athletes. Notable highlights from the past season included the following: 3rd place...
Girls’ Track & Field Team
“The Girls’ Track & Field Team was capably and enthusiastically led by our captains, Emma Hsu ‘25, Sydney Mallow ‘25, Razil Fernandes ‘24, and Uma Rajan ‘24. These athletes were the backbone of the girls’ program, setting the example for the younger...
Varsity Boys Tennis
“The Boys Varsity Tennis Team finished the season with a 21-3 won-loss record, after being eliminated from the state tournament at the hands of a tough Delbarton team by a score of 4 to 1. The team went 14-0 in league play to win their (at least) 17th consecutive...
MS Boys Tennis
“We had a great season! We were lucky enough to have over 30 boys try out for the team, and although it is always a difficult heart wrenching decision, it is great to see the passion young people have for tennis. After tryouts, we were able to winnow the number down...