D-E Performing Arts is excited to present the annual D-E Fall Play, “A Monster Calls,” with performances in Schenck Auditorium on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 4:00 PM; Friday, Nov. 14, at 7:00 PM; and Saturday, Nov. 15, at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM! This is a heart-wrenching story about coming to terms with grief with stark visual elements. The set design, created by Technical Director of Theater Ms. Caitie V. Miller and her stage crew, “does not rely on literal set pieces to communicate the story,” explains Theatre Director Mr. Jeff Hogan, adding “The aim is to keep the focus entirely on [protagonist] Conor’s plight and wide array of emotions.” Click the link in our bio to get your tickets to this is a powerful, high-energy ensemble show featuring a cast and crew of students in Grades 8-12! (Please note: due to mature themes, “A Monster Calls” is recommended for ages 12+.)
D-E Hosts the 2026 Student Summit on AI
The D-E Student Committee on Artificial Intelligence (SCAI), advised by Chief Innovation Officer Diana Gross, recently hosted the Student Summit on AI in the STEM Building. The event brought together students from schools such as Newark Academy and Kent Place “to...












