By Fantasy Aponte '28 Every spring, seniors at Derby High School gear up for one of the most anticipated traditions: Senior Soak Off. The game begins May 1, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. Senior Soak Off is a friendly competition that gets seniors together in strategy, suspense and splash. In the game, seniors try to eliminate … Continue reading Derby High School has their 2026 Senior Soak Off

By Za'niyah Russell '27 From May 4 to May 8, students and staff at our school celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week by recognizing the hard work and dedication the teachers and staff put in. Throughout the week, activities took place during school. Teachers were honored with a series of gifts, activities, and snacks. Photo from DHS … Continue reading Derby High School honors the teachers who work hard for us 

Photo by Kailee Hyde On April 22, 2026, students and staff at Derby High School recognized Earth Day during the morning announcements, emphasizing the importance of protecting the environment. Later in the day, Miss Hyde’s class spent time outside to demonstrate ways to keep the Earth clean. Earth Day has been celebrated globally since 1970, … Continue reading Derby High School celebrates Earth Day

Photo by Shelly Sheridan By: Alison Echeverria Soto '26 Decision Day is one of the most important moments in a high school student's life. It is a day when seniors think through all of the colleges they have been accepted to and make their final decisions about where they will continue their education. On May … Continue reading High school seniors are facing a tough decision: where will they go next? 

Photo by Sofia Rudus: Souzveen Mekael ‘26 and Italian Teacher Hunter Sigona stand at a podium on stage. By Sofia Rudus '26 Derby High School’s  Honor Society Induction Ceremony is held annually, towards the end of the school year, to induct new members and recognize returning members of each society. The societies include National Honor … Continue reading DHS induction ceremonies welcome old and new members into all honor societies

Photo from Skylah Clarke ‘28: Spending time with my mom By Skylah Clarke '28 Mother's Day is a very special day for the women who raised us. It gives them the recognition they absolutely deserve for their hard work. Mothers are incredibly strong, and this day is a chance to treat them and make them … Continue reading Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate the women who raised us

Photo taken by Ms.Hoffman: Derby and Shelton High School poses group photo in front of Griffin Hospital  By Allison Ortega Benites '26 On Tuesday, May 5, Derby High School and Griffin Hospital united to create a field trip for students to experience what healthcare is really about. This field trip was a great opportunity for … Continue reading DHS students job-shadow at Griffin Hospital to experience the healthcare world 

Photo by Nedaat Masiat ‘26: Brianna Fernandez ‘28 forgets her CollegeBoard password, so she can’t sign in to BlueBook to take her AP exam. By Nedaat Masiat '26 Advanced Placement exam season is upon us! Derby High School students have the opportunity to take 10 different AP courses: AP Psychology, AP Seminar, AP Language and … Continue reading AP exams are FINALLY over

Photo from @studentcouncilatdhs Instagram page Brianna Fernandez '28 Derby High School's prom this year was a huge success, marked by a perfect evening. It was held on May 8, 2026, at Grassy Hill Country Club, located at 441 Clark Lane in Orange, Connecticut. The prom location, with its masquerade theme, provided a breathtaking, mysterious atmosphere … Continue reading Derby High School’s 2026 prom proved to be a night to remember