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.
Honoring Hispanic Heritage at D-E
D-E celebrated National Hispanic Heritage Month, which ran from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, with assemblies that acknowledged the culture, history, and contributions of Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central/South America. In the Lower School,...
7th Graders Learn that Service Starts with One Small Act
Seventh graders explored the power of identity, community, and service when Nana Eyeson P’31 visited the Middle School to share the story behind her nonprofit, African Health, and her commitment to supporting others in Ghana. “Nana shared the importance of community...
10.21.26 October Dean Update
A Wonder-Filled Visit to Lower School
The Lower School recently welcomed Charleston, South Carolina-based author and illustrator Jonathan Miller to speak to our students about the creative process. Mr. Miller is known for his “The Adventures of Sammy the Wonder Daschund” children’s book series, which...
10.20.26 Spirit Week Update
10.20.26 October Dean’s Memo
10.20.26 A Message from the Upper School Dean – October Update
A Weekend of Debate, Diplomacy, and Discovery at DEMUN
That’s a wrap on the fourth annual Dwight-Englewood Model UN (DEMUN) Conference!DEMUN recently welcomed more than 130 delegates from eight schools for a weekend of debate, diplomacy, and collaboration. Delegates took on four committees, including the ECOFIN General...
Building a Classroom Community: The First Six Weeks of Kindergarten
By Dr. Kristina Dellefave, Teresa Cali, Tricia Fiore, Meghna Mathur and CJ Trentacosta
Guest Artist Maria F. Dene Exhibits Nature-Inspired Art
Through bold, expressive colors and a variety of mediums, artist Maria F. Dene, who has family ties to the D-E community, captures the beauty and spontaneity of the natural world. We’re delighted to feature her work as part of the Swartley Gallery Series, curated by...