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Derby goes pink for middle school assistant principal Tracey Quartiano

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Photo from Derby Middle School X: Tracey Quartiano poses with four of her students and the middle school security guard. By Emma DeSanty '25 Derby Middle School assistant principal Tracey Quartiano was diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time at the beginning of this school year. Shortly after receiving this news, Derby Middle School … Continue reading Derby goes pink for middle school assistant principal Tracey Quartiano

Dress code violations may prompt a new uniform policy 

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Photo by Brooklyn Fernandez ‘26: Horatio Glover '26 breaking dress code. By Horatio Glover '26 To address the ongoing dress code violations at Derby High School, the Derby Board of Education (BOE) has begun exploring implementing school uniforms to Derby. Even though the last revision to the dress code was as recent as April of … Continue reading Dress code violations may prompt a new uniform policy 

Derby High School’s new teachers bring energy to the school

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Photo by Lifetouch: ELL teacher John Stanley. By Shaliyah Howell '25 As the school year begins, Derby High School has several new teachers joining the school community. They bring fresh ideas and energy that will enhance our classrooms. John Stanley, a remote ELA teacher at the school for three years, has officially started a new … Continue reading Derby High School’s new teachers bring energy to the school

DHS spotlights two new teachers of underclassmen

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Photo by Sofia Rudus '26: DHS teacher Kyle McGinnis explains an assignment to student Dontae Epps '28. By Sofia Rudus '26 This year, the DHS has welcomed two new teachers: Kyle McGinnis and Johnathan Juliano. McGinnis works with RAISE students, and Juliano works with freshmen. Their unique prior experiences and goals have helped them transition … Continue reading DHS spotlights two new teachers of underclassmen

DHS hosts homecoming dance with a first time homecoming court

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Photo by Rebecca Bell: First ever DHS homecoming court stands for photo. By Emma Hyder '25 On Saturday October 12th, Derby High School put on a well-attended homecoming dance following their annual spirit week, and for the first time ever a homecoming court was elected. Homecoming court is something fun the student council has wanted … Continue reading DHS hosts homecoming dance with a first time homecoming court

Two band teacher departures leaves substitute teachers spread thin

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Photo by Vincent Trinh '25: current DHS Band teacher Nick Ruel instructs his band with enthusiasm. By Vincent Trinh '25 Geoffry Brookes is no longer the band teacher for DHS. A new music teacher started at the beginning of the 2024 school year, but he left after two short days. Up until now, DHS has … Continue reading Two band teacher departures leaves substitute teachers spread thin

New addition a welcome part of DHS music department

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Photo by Alison Echeverria-Soto '26: Nick Ruel, new music teacher. By Alison Echeverria-Soto '26 On Oct. 7, 2024, Derby High School introduced a new teacher to the music department. Nick Ruel has taught in different districts for the past 5 years. He has taught Middle School band, choir, and high school marching band. Now at … Continue reading New addition a welcome part of DHS music department

Derby High School’s 3rd annual talent show showcases musical talent

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By Kristian Fearon '25 This year's talent show was held on March 12, 2024, and was a hit with a multitude of musical acts like singing, dancing, and playing instruments. This year’s talent show had the audience excited and engaged, consisted of performers from each class, and was a show of talents to remember.  Photo … Continue reading Derby High School’s 3rd annual talent show showcases musical talent