As a continuation of its celebration of dance, the Upper School’s Dance@D-E program, facilitated by Class of 2027 Dean Stephanie “Tuc” Tucker, recently hosted professional dancer and choreographer Chris Mangual to teach a dance class that was open to anyone interested in dancing. “Chris has worked with dancers at D-E before, helping with choreography for various productions,” noted Dean Tuc. Meanwhile, 9th graders had a chance to dance like it was 1799! After students read Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” in English class this spring, 9th grade teachers helped bring the literature to life. Last year, US History Teacher Ms. Seligman, who does English Country Dance and has played violin as part of the band, recruited English Country Dance Teacher Judi Rivkin to teach her 9th grade class the dances of the British Georgian era. This year, Ms. Seligman worked with the English teachers to bring Judi and a group of musicians back to expand the lessons to the entire 9th grade. “Students commented that they liked the music and were very proud of themselves when they learned how to do the dance moves,” said Ms. Seligman. Thanks to both our guest instructors for sharing their love of dance with our community!