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Final Act
Hollywood has the Academy Awards this weekend, but DCD has its own Oscar-worthy actors in the Eighth Grade. The actors and set designers created an outstanding theater experience for the school community. In spite of many snow days and thousands of lines to learn, the students brought a compelling courtroom drama to life. We will miss these charismatic actors and set designers next year but thank them for their years of hard work and dedication to the DCD drama program.
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Lively Discussion Takes Place at First Parent-to-Parent Event
Twenty-two families representing all three school divisions joined together for an informal discussion and conversation at Herrick House. Gathered together in the comfortable living room, the group brainstormed discussion topics. This was followed by an open conversation facilitated by Dr. Richard Dana that resulted in lots of information exchange. New connections were made among the parents in attendance. The next Parent-to-Parent event will be held in early April.
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February Challenge UpdateAt the end of Week 3, with only one week left, DCD is still in 5th place. If you know any alumni who graduated between 1994 and 2014 who are considering making a gift to DCD's Annual Fund, please encourage them to give in the next few days. Remember, this competition is based on participation, so gifts of all sizes count equally. Go DCD!
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School Daze at DCD... Auction Item Preview  Head of School for the Day Mr. Thacher will give up his post for one day so that one lucky student can see what it's like to be in his seat. Join us on March 6 for this special event celebrating our teachers. Tickets are $75 per person and may be purchased online through the registration link. For more information, contact Ashley Linell.
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 Winter Wonder Drive
A group of Middle School students organized a Winter Wonder Drive, collecting winter clothing for children in need.
On Friday, February 6 they donated the clothing and volunteered at the Cradles to Crayons' Giving Factory in Boston.
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Sunday, February 22
Exhibit "Shaker Works Then and Now: Youthful Interpretations of Shaker Form" opens at the Art Complex Museum in Duxbury Monday, February 23
Day 2Morning Assembly: Dream, Create, Discover8:15 a.m. Lowell Center Tuesday, February 24Day 3Visiting Nigerian Delegation Lower School Math Club 3:00-3:45 p.m. Wednesday, February 25Day 4Thursday, February 26Day 5Spelling Bee 8:15 a.m. Lowell Center Friday, February 27No School All GradesClick here to view the entire calendar
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| Read On, the DCD Library Blog |
In recent years, publishers have featured many picture book biographies that bring to life historical characters that are unknown to today's children. Two fine examples of these feature women of color who faced hardship and prejudice because of their race and gender. Both women had extraordinary talent. Little Melba and Her Big Trombone by Katheryn Russell-Brown, illustrated by Frank Morrison (Lee & Low) introduces young readers to Melba Doretta Liston (1926-1999). Melba's story is so inspiring that it seems to be fiction. ...  Josephine Baker (1906-1975) was a talented singer and dancer who also battled prejudice that was almost insurmountable. Josephine by Patricia Hruby Powell, illustrated by Christian Robinson (Chronicle) chronicles this amazing woman's struggles in the United States and triumphs in France. Even though she became one of the highest paid performers on Broadway, Josephine played roles that fit a stereotype for performers of color. ...
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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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Eighth Graders Show Off Acting Skills in Their Class Play.
Photo by Leslie Bowen
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