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A New Twist on an Old Tale
The Second Grade students enjoyed rehearsing for their class play, which they performed in the Lowell Center on February 5 and 6. They brought their own twist to the fairy tale, The Emperor's New Clothes. The Royal Family realizes that their fashion police have been stealing their beautiful clothes, so they enlist the help of some weavers and local rogues to outwit them.
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Camp Open HouseIt's not too soon to be thinking of summer! DCD's summer camp will host the first of two open houses on Sunday, February 8, 1:00--3:00 p.m. For more information, contact Lisa Kaplan.
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School Daze at DCD... It's all about the teachers!Please join us for a special evening celebrating our teachers and featuring a DJ, dancing, and food that will take you back to your own school days! The committee has lots of fun surprises planned along with a unique silent auction featuring one-of-a-kind DCD "experiences" and a live auction, to raise money to support faculty professional development. Tickets are $75 per person and may be purchased online through the registration link. For more information, contact Ashley Linell.
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Kevin Coakley will offer a pottery class for up to six children. Your child will join Mr. Coakley for a pizza lunch in the art room and have the opportunity to use a pottery wheel to create an original masterpiece. Party will be held on a mutually agreed upon Friday, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Must be in Grades 4-8 to participate.
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 The Robots Are Coming Back to EDP!This popular class is being offered again to students in Grades 3-5 after school on Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning February 18. Click here for more information and the registration form. Space is limited, so sign up soon. If you have questions, please contact Tom Nash.
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Parent-to-ParentThis PA-sponsored event is being offered as a way to bring DCD parents together to discuss topics of interest in an open forum. We have two dates planned, both to be held at Herrick House on the DCD campus.
Wednesday, February 18th 7:00 - 9:00 PM "Demystifying the Middle School" Wednesday, April 8th
7:00 - 9:00 PM
"Moving up to the Lower School"
Click here to read more about these events on our Web site.
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Valentine's Day Messages Sent to Soldiers  A number of students in Grades 3 through 5 volunteered to give up two recess periods this week to make Valentines for soldiers and veterans through the Heartillery Group, a Boston-based non-profit organization that collects cards to show love and gratitude to our troops and help boost the spirits of soldiers stationed around the globe. Third Grade teacher Colleen Hultgren, a friend of the group's founder, coordinated the students' efforts.
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Sunday, February 8
DCD Summer Camp Open House
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Monday, February 9
Day 5Morning Assembly: Two Performances of "Positive Spin" 8:15-9:00 a.m. and 9:15-10:00 a.m. Lowell Center Tuesday, February 10Day 6Community Outreach Meeting 8:15-9:15 a.m. Lawrence Room alcove PA Executive Committee Meeting 8:15-10:00 a.m. Ladd Conference Room Lower School Math Club 3:00-3:45 p.m. Wednesday, February 11Day 1Middle School Math Club 7:30-8:00 a.m. Thursday, February 12Day 2Grades 1 and 2 to Wheelock Theatre Friday, February 13Day 3No School for Primary School and Lower School Pre-K-Grade 5 Parent Conferences Grade 7 SSATs 8:00 a.m. -12:00 noon Click here to view the entire calendar
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| Read On, the DCD Library Blog |
No, I'm not writing about The Grammy Awards or the The Oscars. The most exciting event in the world of children's literature is the annual announcement of the Caldecott Award and the Newbery Award. This past Monday wasn't just Groundhog Day, it was also when the American Library Association announced the 2015 Caldecott and Newbery winners and  honor books. It was a banner year for picture books in 2014, and the Caldecott Committee named the winner and chose 6 honor books. 6 honor books! The Caldecott 2015 winner is The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend by Dan Santat (Little, Brown 2014).  Many children go through a stage of having an imaginary friend, and Santat's story celebrates the joy a young child may have with this special friend. Beekle helps Alice to be brave and venture into the world of real friends, which was previously "unimaginable".
...Read On |
Make It Count! A Program for Mothers and Daughters
Our Admissions Director and Assistant Head of School Emilie Liebhoff invites you to come have fun with your daughters at Make It Count!, an educational and bonding program for moms and daughters, on Saturday, February 21, at Simmons College, 300 The Fenway, Boston. The morning session, 9:00 to 11:30 a.m., is for Grades K-2, and the afternoon session, 1:00-4:30 p.m., is for Grades 5-8. Both sessions will include age-appropriate activities focused on the theme of fostering entrepreneurship and empowerment. Our activities are designed to be enjoyable and approachable, regardless of your past knowledge and experience. The main theme of the program is to be together and have fun! Come join us. Click here to register. For more information, contact Leslie Coles.
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Apartment Hunting
DCD Spanish teacher Pamela Binder is looking for temporary lodging while her condo is on the market and she is looking for a new home. She is open to different options, including house-sitting opportunities or temporary vacancies. Please contact her if you know of a situation that may be suitable, by email at pbinder@dcds.net or ext. 2588.
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Fun in the Snow
Photo by Hilary Rochelle
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