Our final service learning trip, scheduled for Friday, May 27th Sixth grade service learning is focused on understanding the need for healthy food --- specifically fresh vegetables -- for disadvantaged families in NJ. You may remember our fall trip to America's Grow a...
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GREEK DAY!
Please read the letter below from Mr. Fleisher -- it includes an invitation and a request: Dear 6 th Grade Parents, As a culmination to our studies of ancient cultures, the 6 th grade will compete in a variation of the Greek Olympics. On June 8th between 8:30 and...
Special Message for Grade 8 Families
Our current Grade 8 families (the 'rising' Class of 2020) recently enjoyed a parent orientation and student BBQ with new incoming families who will be joining D-E (as 9th graders) in Fall 2016. Families heard welcome remarks from Upper School (US) Principal Joe...
“News to Know” for Grade 8 Parents
Placement related information (and key dates for students) was recently shared by Grade 8 Dean James Aitken with all 8th grade parents. This information is provided below here as well. Questions? Email aitkej@d-e.org or call 201-227-3235. Dear 8th Grade Parents, I...
Service Learning
Service Learning is an important component of our Middle School program and takes many forms. Our 8th grade program is organized through our HomeBase system and involves student choice and voice. It’s interesting to see how each year unfolds and what projects the...
Focus on Fitness
Every year, all middle school students participate in the fitnessgram assessments during their physical education class. These assessments are a great tool for students to develop an understanding of their own personal fitness levels. This past week, students...
SPECIALISTS’ CORNER
As we know, middle school is a time of growing minds and increased awareness of the world around us. Something as simple as turning out the light and going to bed may suddenly feel like a challenge to your adolescent. Similar to how we helped our very young children...
Gentle Reminders
Our school day officially begins at 8:10. That means children should be in their first period classroom/assignment with their materials at hand and ready to engage in the day’s activity. Please help your child arrive at school in a timely manner so s/he can go to...
Middle School Happenings
Studio art 6 students have wrapped up the art portion of the Identity Unit by piecing together their self-portraits to form the beautiful quilt on display on the second floor of Umpleby. Currently 6th graders are exploring the potential of clay by using additive and...
Message from MS Principal Kathy Christoph
Folks, The first semester is over, and the second semester is about to begin. Semester grades will be released next week, and each student will engage in a reflection process in HomeBase about work habits and students skills. This is a powerful moment for home and...