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.
STUDENT GOV’T. FEB. FLAG FOOTBALL FEST
In the spirit of this month’s NFL Superbowl, the Upper School Student Government hosted its own Flag Football Fest! The first two matches between Juniors VS Freshmen and Seniors VS Sophomores had the Seniors and Juniors coming out victorious. The two finalist teams...
FACULTY VS STUDENTS MIDDLE SCHOOL GAME
The competitive spirit was also high in the Middle School for the Winter Faculty VS Student Basketball Game! Neither team held back in this friendly competition. We saw some incredible free throws from boys and girls, and the crowd went wild! In the end, the faculty...
VDay 2024 a Success!
Congratulations to our VDay 2024 organizers, featured performers, and crew for a fantastic recent event! VDay is a performance-based fundraiser that aims to raise awareness and provide financial resources for the Women’s Rights Information Center in downtown...
“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” – Cast & Crew
Opening Night is near! Cast and crew for “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” can’t wait to share the results of their hard work - including some amazing costumes! Showtimes are Friday, March 1 (7 PM) and Saturday, March 2 (2 PM & 7 PM). This is a...
LUNCH & LEARN WITH DR. CHUMAN on “War & The Value of Human Life”
Last week, Dr. Joe Chuman, the former leader of the Ethical Culture Society of Bergen County, stopped by Hulst House to speak with students and faculty on his article, “War and the Value of Human Life.” In a conversation moderated by Joe Murphy, D-E Ethics Department...
Seniors Countdown to Commencement Coffee
100 Days and counting to Commencement for the Class of 2024! D-E Seniors recently gathered in Hajjar Auditorium to officially commemorate the 100th day prior to Commencement, which is scheduled for Sunday, June 2, 2024. After hearing from Class of 2024 Dean Jeremy...
US Musical: “Spelling Bee” Promo
Can you spell WINNER? Everyone’s a winner when you order your tickets to “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” - the Upper School Winter Musical! Showtimes are Friday, March 1 (7 PM) and Saturday, March 2 (2 PM & 7 PM). This is a can’t-miss, entertaining...
D-E 360° Meadowlands Environmental Center Field Trip Highlights
D-E’s youngest students who participated in a recent D-E 360° Meadowlands Environmental Center (MEC) Field Trip had an incredible day! The wetlands, where MEC is located, provide a vital ecosystem in New Jersey. Students enjoyed hands-on explorations to uncover the...
STAR Club Rocket Launch Highlights
D-E’s Upper School Science, Technology, Astronomy, and Rocketry (STAR) Club recently launched three model rockets on Graham Field! These rockets were constructed by club members working in small groups. The rockets were built over several club periods since last fall,...
D-E Competes in “Hawk Hack” & Scores!
CHEERS to D-E’s new “Hawk Hackers”! A small but mighty group of Upper School students participated in Monmouth University's recent “Hawk Hack" for the first time in D-E history! A total of two D-E teams participated along with approximately 25 other high school teams...