Photo taken by Cheryl Daly, Mr. Daly’s wife: Mr. Daly and his son pose for a prom picture By Allison Ortega Benites '26 There are students that always observe the people around them and focus on the positive aspects of a person. Specifically, in school, there are teachers that students know they will receive any … Continue reading Kevin Daly shows the positive aspects of being an art teacher 

Photo by Adriana Duarte '27: Sophia Duarte standing on the DHS field after graduating, holding her customized cap. By: Adriana Duarte '27 This is my sister, Sophia Duarte. She is an alumna of Derby High school who began at DHS in October of 2020. Prior to coming to DHS, Sophia attended Harding High school in … Continue reading Life after high school: is high school a make or break experience?

Photo by Anthony Mullin: Derby High School head football coach Jeremy Clark standing for the National Anthem. By: Brooklyn Fernandez '26 I recall non-stop smiling from Jeremy Clark after the ending of last years battle for the boot. He stood tall and proud as Derby came out with the win and took back the boot … Continue reading Jeremy Clark documents his journey in the Naugatuck Valley

Photo from Tatiana Hamlet: Hamlet sits down smiling as her photo is taken.  By Sofia Rudus '26 Knock Knock. The familiar sound of Hamlet, or to her students known as Ms. Tatiana, knocking on the door signals her arrival and the start of this week’s lesson. As she enters the doorway, she is greeted warmly … Continue reading Tatiana Hamlet, a teacher that cultivates the minds of students

Photo from Steven Wojtowicz: Steven Wojtowicz enjoys a nice day at the beach. By Alison Echeverria Soto '26 Being there for my students isn't just part of my job, but getting them to understand how important life can be is the most important part,” Wojtowicz says. As a teacher at Derby High School, he has … Continue reading Adored by many students: the story of Steven Wojtowicz

Photo from Nedaat Masiat ‘26: Ruma and her daughter in 2012 posing for a photo, dressed in their cultural clothing. By Nedaat Masiat '26 If you walk into the preschool classroom at TEAM Early Education on any random morning, you’ll probably hear Ruma Chowdhury before you see her. She’s always laughing with the kids, helping … Continue reading Single mom creates a home within the classroom

Photo by Shirley Diglio-Guerrette ‘27: Neveah Dacruz ‘29 uses AI while working on her computer. By Shirley Diglio-Guerrette ‘27 Derby High School staff and students discuss whether the use of Artificial Intelligence is hurting the educational environment or bettering it. Students and staff are torn between deciding whether it is useful and appropriate for schools or … Continue reading Students and staff recognize the impact of AI

Photo by Brianna Fernandez '28: Hunter Sigona, Italian teacher at Derby High School, with his classroom phone cubby cart. By Brianna Fernandez '28 With the rise of technology in today’s society, schools are seeking ways to manage student phone use. One solution has been the implementation of phone cubbies, which are designated storage spaces for … Continue reading Phone cubbies benefit students and reduce distractions in school

Image from @DerbyRedRaider on x.com: Luca Ventimiglia '27 was the second student to be awarded Raider of the Week this year. By Skylah Clarke '28 Since this article was written, Donella Delija '26, Chalace Walker '26, Bianca Pizarro '29, Johnathan Escobar '27, Leannah Rivera '27, Brooklyn Fernandez '26, and JoJo Acevedo '26 have been named Raiders … Continue reading Raider and Player of the Week awards require dedication

Photo by Lifetouch: Isabelle Cheverella has gone from DHS graduate to DHS teacher! By Adriana Duarte '27 Starting off the school year of 2025-2026, Derby High School was very fortunate to bring on Isabelle Cheverella for her first year of teaching as the new freshman teacher in the Social Studies department. She teaches three Modern … Continue reading New Social Studies teacher Isabelle Cheverella makes strong first impression on freshman class