Senior student-athletes were recently honored during Signing Day, a special D-E tradition that recognizes their commitment to play at the collegiate level. Six members of the Class of 2026 gathered in the Myrna B. Sherman Gym for the ceremonial signing, surrounded by their families, fellow students, and D-E faculty and staff. “Today, we are celebrating the achievements and future endeavors of six of our outstanding senior athletes as they prepare to take the next step in their athletic journeys,” said Athletic Director JD Sand, who opened the ceremony, followed by Upper School Principal Kim Lalli, a former college field hockey player. Ms. Lalli shared a personal story about her transition from high school student-athlete to college athlete and underscored how important it will be to “build a family with your teammates.” Associate Athletic Director Dat Phan then introduced each of the following honorees: Grace Dalgetty ’26, intending to play track and field at Brown University; Sophia Espinal ’26, intending to play women’s soccer at Wellesley College; Austin Kim ’26, intending to play baseball at Swarthmore College; Piper Rosenberg ’26, intending to compete on the women’s rowing team at Stanford University; Alex Jachimowski ’26 intending to play men’s lacrosse at Oberlin College; and Cameron Gennardo ’26, intending to compete on the men’s rowing team at Trinity College. In the words of Mr. Sand, “We wish you all the best of luck and congratulations!”