Sixth-Grade Spanish Class Shares Learnings on Flamenco

Sixth-Grade Spanish Class Shares Learnings on Flamenco

Spanish language and the visual arts blended beautifully in the Middle School (MS) for a cross-collaborative project facilitated by Ms. Junia Robinson, MS Spanish Teacher, and Ms. Lydia Scrivanich, P ’27, MS Art & Design Teacher. To conclude a unit on Spanish...

Art & Design Department Spotlight: ‘Meaning-Making’ at D-E

Art & Design Department Spotlight: ‘Meaning-Making’ at D-E

To show how and why D-E is such a vibrant “community of learners,” we have introduced a monthly series that spotlights our mission in action, core values, and academic departments, starting with our innovative Art & Design Department. Department Chair and Teacher...

Leggett-Umpleby Lecture Series Presented by Fred Daly

Leggett-Umpleby Lecture Series Presented by Fred Daly

Mr. Fred Daly, longtime D-E English Department faculty member, will be presenting the 10th Annual Leggett-Umpleby Lecture, titled “The Problem of Shylock: Teaching ‘The Merchant of Venice’ in the 21st Century” on Monday, Nov. 10, at 7:00 PM. The discussion, which will...

Sweet! Honey Harvest 2025 Highlights

Sweet! Honey Harvest 2025 Highlights

The annual Honey Harvest, which has become a sweet tradition at D-E, is a cross-divisional learning opportunity primarily for first and sixth graders that takes place in the Middle School (MS) Teaching Kitchen. Three interactive stations were set up for beekeepers...

Swartley Gallery Presents: Fiber Artist Maria Weinstein

Swartley Gallery Presents: Fiber Artist Maria Weinstein

The Swartley Gallery welcomed fiber artist Maria Weinstein to showcase her work in an exhibit titled “Sew Many Stories.” During a recent lunch reception, Ms. Weinstein explained her process, which included cutting swatches, sewing individual pieces, adding...