Valerie Berrios

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The 8th grade Living Wax Museum, facilitated by Grade 8 English Department […] Read More

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D-E’s school spirit was on full display recently at the Myrna B. […] Read More

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In an example of cross-divisional collaboration that beautifully illustrates imagination, the Art […] Read More

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This week, D-E Performing Arts hosted an inspiring double-header of live musical […] Read More

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Our chorus students from all divisions have been working hard preparing for […] Read More

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D-E’s Women in Finance student organization, facilitated by Faculty Advisor and Chief […] Read More

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Get ready for one of the final concerts of the school year! […] Read More

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Third Graders Making a Difference (TGMD), a service-based initiative founded by Third Grade Teacher Michelle Sussmann and co-led by Third Grade Teacher Rachel Brainin, culminated with a book sale this week, consisting of gently used children’s books donated by members of the D-E community. Proceeds from the book sale will benefit a charity selected by third graders. Students participated in sorting and preparing the donated books for sale. The Lower School was then invited to attend the fundraiser, where each book could be purchased for $5 or less. “It was fun planning for it,” exclaimed Zein A. ’34 of the event.
“This TGMD project truly puts all aspects of making a difference into the third graders’ hands,” said Ms. Sussmann. “They have learned so much about the power of giving… how important it is and how good it makes us feel!” When asked why it’s important to “make a difference,” Caleb C. ’34 remarked, “You’re helping people less fortunate than you.”
The project is tied to skills learned in students’ persuasive writing unit, for which they are asked to write a persuasive speech to convince their peers that a particular charity should receive the profits from the book sale. Alanna M. ’34 said she discovered through TGMD that anyone of any age can make a difference in the world, sharing: “Why wait until you’re older when you can do something now.” We’re so proud of our third graders for paying it forward!

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A few of D-E’s oldest students (seniors) collaborated with some of our […] Read More

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The Upper School Garden Club recently hosted their final Garden Work Party […] Read More

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In May 2025, D-E’s Upper School (US) History Department faculty facilitated end-of-year […] Read More

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Bravo! Congrats to our Middle School cast and crew, who put on […] Read More

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D-E’s Athletic Department recently hosted a Senior Athletes Signing Ceremony yesterday in […] Read More

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This week’s Middle School Assembly was a great example of cross-divisional collaboration […] Read More

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This morning’s Upper School Assembly, organized by Environmental Club leaders Kelly Chu […] Read More

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The growth of D-E 360°’s chess community over the past year has been incredible. Earlier this spring, D-E hosted the first-ever ChessFest on Sunday, April 27, facilitated by Grandmaster Mackenzie “Mac” Molner, who coaches the Chess Team. Overall, we placed first out of four teams in the K-2 division, first in the Grades 3-5 division out of seven teams, and second out of two teams in Grades 6-8. Team members Arthur P. ’36, Oliver Y. ’36, and Justine B. ’29 also won individual prizes. “Our students represented D-E very well, and for a lot of them it was their first time playing in a tournament,” says Coach Mac.
In addition, for the first time in program history, the Chess Team will represent D-E in the US Chess Federation’s SuperNationals VIII Tournament in Orlando, Florida, from May 9-11. “The SuperNationals only take place once every four years, so it’s super special that we have 10 students signed up to go,” says D-E 360° Director Dr. Sherronda Brown. “We’re proud to see these young people challenge themselves to become adaptable, confident and joyful learners. Join us in celebrating and wishing them well!”

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Upper School World Language Teacher Hailing Zhao’s Mandarin students recently embarked on […] Read More

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This year’s Middle School Musical is High School Musical JR., based on the 2006 Disney Channel Original Movie in which Troy, the captain of East High School’s basketball team, and Gabriella, who’s at the top of her class, try out for the lead roles in the spring musical. The students end up drawn to each other, despite encountering some obstacles along the way.
The leads for D-E’s production include Ella Gorcie ’30, Owen Lee ’29, Brooke Cohen ’29, and Austin Tiemann ’30. According to Eileen Lynch, MS Theater Director and Drama Teacher, the idea to put on this show came about after a casual conversation with MS Principal Jonathan Davis. “We were commenting on the themes of togetherness and community woven through the show and thought it would be a good fit for the Middle School production here at D-E.”
Lower School Music Teacher Lisa Dove is the Music Director, and John John Tarrayo and Bella Savas will choreograph this dance-centric show, assisted by student Dance Captain Arianna Chan ’30. “I honestly think [this show has] helped some of us discover sides of ourselves we didn’t even know were there,” remarks Arianna. “It’s been a fun ride!”
To read more about the making of the MS Musical, click the link in our bio.

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This morning the Upper School Business Finance class hosted a virtual visit […] Read More

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The Chinese Culture Club (CCC), which is dedicated to exploring and celebrating […] Read More