Dozens of futures were inside of Derby High School’s gym during the Career Fair

May 14, 2026 ~ theraiderpress

Photo by Lazarae Delvalle '26: Alison Echeverria '26 is talking to the National Guard thinking of enlisiting. By: Alison Echeverria Soto '26 On April 30, 2026, Derby High School had its annual Career Fair located in the gymnasium, bringing together local businesses, colleges, and professionals to connect with students. The event aimed to help students … Continue reading Dozens of futures were inside of Derby High School’s gym during the Career Fair

Shea Buckets is breaking records left and right

March 12, 2026March 12, 2026 ~ theraiderpress

Photo by Shirley Diglio-Guerrette ‘27 By Shirley Diglio-Guerrette ‘27 Shea Gray, junior at Derby High School, is currently ranked 4th academically in her class. On the basketball court, she is just as impressive—ranked number 5 nationally for girls basketball. I’ve had the privilege of playing with Shea over the years and have watched her grow … Continue reading Shea Buckets is breaking records left and right

ICE spreads terror throughout the country

March 10, 2026 ~ theraiderpress

Image from ACLU.org: ICE gather outside a building as a protester holds a sign reading ‘Immigrants MAKE America GREAT’ By: Mianna Burke '28 U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been at the center of national debate for years. As a branch of the Department of Homeland Security, ICE is responsible for enforcing immigration laws … Continue reading ICE spreads terror throughout the country

Nancy Guthrie’s abduction shows why public attention cannot fade

March 10, 2026 ~ theraiderpress

Photo from the FBI: An official missing person poster showing Nancy Guthrie and surveillance images related to her disappearance on Jan. 31, 2026. By Lazarae Delvalle ’26 Almost three weeks after 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie was taken from her home in Tucson, Arizona, the investigation is still ongoing. Law enforcement continues to say the case is … Continue reading Nancy Guthrie’s abduction shows why public attention cannot fade

The review of Fashion trends for the 2026 Grammy awards

March 2, 2026March 10, 2026 ~ theraiderpress

Picture by Grammy: A poster of the official advertisement for the 2026 Grammy Awards. By: Adriana Duarte '27 Since 1959, the Grammy's have kicked off as one of the world’s best award shows. It has been a tradition since 2023, for the famous Grammy Awards to fall on the first Sunday of February in Los … Continue reading The review of Fashion trends for the 2026 Grammy awards

Derby had a nail-biting end to 2025 powderpuff game

January 7, 2026January 9, 2026 ~ theraiderpress

Photo from: Red Raider Athletics In The Spotlight Facebook page: Derby captains, Lazarae Delvalle ‘26, Sofia Rudus ‘26, Shea Gray ‘27, and Alison Echeverría Soto ‘26 stand together moments before heading to midfield to shake hands with Oxford and take part in the coin toss. By Lazarae Delvalle '26 Players from every grade took the … Continue reading Derby had a nail-biting end to 2025 powderpuff game

Class of 2026 takes the home field one last time

December 22, 2025January 8, 2026 ~ theraiderpress

Photo by Za’niyah Russell: During Q1 of senior night By Za’niyah Russell Under the Friday night lights, Derby High School’s seniors took the field for the last time, falling to St. Paul 21-14 in an emotional Senior Night game at 7 p.m. The night honored years of hard work, leadership, and family support, marking a … Continue reading Class of 2026 takes the home field one last time

Rachel’s Challenge inspires students to choose kindness

December 22, 2025January 8, 2026 ~ theraiderpress

Photo From: Rachel's Challenge - Awake the Learner By Skylah Clarke Rachel's Challenge is a program that was created in memory of Rachel Joy Scott who was a victim of the Columbine High school shooting in 1999. Before she was killed, Rachel kept a notebook in which she talked about the ways she hoped to … Continue reading Rachel’s Challenge inspires students to choose kindness

Student athletes and indoor track coach are excited for this upcoming indoor track season

December 19, 2025 ~ theraiderpress

Image taken by Matthew Nicolari: Indoor track boys achieving runner ups for Class S State championships By Mianna Burke '28 With winter settling in, Derby High School's indoor track team is excited to begin its season on Dec. 4. As the weather turns colder, the energy from Derby High School's indoor track team raises and … Continue reading Student athletes and indoor track coach are excited for this upcoming indoor track season

NHS food drive puts the “unity” in community

December 19, 2025January 8, 2026 ~ theraiderpress

Photo by Nedaat Masiat ‘26: This turkey in the senior lounge is waiting for canned goods! By Nedaat Masiat '26 Our school’s chapter of the National Honor Society demonstrated the power of service and unity through its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, which wrapped up on Nov. 20. The event, held throughout November, invited students, staff, … Continue reading NHS food drive puts the “unity” in community