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
Image from DHS Newsletter: Brianna Hubbard '26 designed this year's winning t-shirt. By Za'niyah Russell '27 DHS proudly participated in this year's Pink-Out t-shirt design contest organized by the Future Business Leaders of America. School-wide voting took place on Sept. 16, 2025 to determine this year's winner, demonstrating the spirit of community. The contest connected … Continue reading Derby High t-shirt contest inspires unity for breast cancer awareness
Thank you to art teacher Kevin Daly for providing the art shown here. Kezia Amartey Class of 2027 AP ArtKeith Abes Class of 2028 Mixed Media ArtKiera Boyles Class of 2027 AP ArtJess Herrin Class of 2027 Mixed Media ArtsMiley Collins Class of 2027 Mixed Media ArtRhasiem McNeil Class of 2027 AP ArtAileen Valencia Class … Continue reading Student Art Submissions
Photo by Za'niyah Russell '27: Members of the Thrift Shop club work on organizing the hundreds of items donated to the store. By Za'niyah Rusell '27 A student-run thrift shop organized by DHS Special Education teacher Shelly Sheridan and DHS social worker Nichole McKitty is coming to Derby High School on Oct. 17, 2025, giving … Continue reading Student-run thrift shop aims to help peers while promoting sustainability
Image from DHS Newsletter: DHS 2025-2026 election results introduce the new executive board and class representatives for this upcoming school year. By Mianna Burke '28 Derby High School recently concluded its student council executive board elections with 18 candidates on Sept. 19, 2025, with Lazare Delvalle ‘26, Souzveen Mekael ‘26, Sophie Mraz ‘26 and Nedaat … Continue reading DHS elects student council executive board and class representatives
Photo by Mianna Burke '28: Derby High School's "One hand, Many nations" cultural art work showing the last names of students who are part of the cultures shown on the hand for Hispanic Heritage Month. By Mianna Burke '28 Derby High School is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, showcasing the … Continue reading DHS celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with sales, art, and more
Photo by Jeniffer Olson: Kasey Greene ‘29, Emely Gutarra ‘29, Jaelynn Dwyer ‘29, and Hartford University representative. Students were learning about Hartford University during the college fair. By Fantasy Aponte '28 Derby High School students entered the gymnasium with excitement for the first college fair of the 2025 school year. The event was open to … Continue reading Derby High School hosts 2025 college fair
Photo from DHS 9/21/25 Newsletter: Student Council Executive Board, Lazarae Delvalle ‘26, Souzveen Mekael ‘26, Sophie Mraz ‘26, Nedaat Masiat ‘26. By Brooklyn Fernandez '26 Recently, on Sept. 19, 2025, DHS elected members of student council to serve as the new Executive Board. Those elected for the roles were Lazarae Delvalle ‘26 for president, Souzveen … Continue reading Student body speaks proudly about newly elected Executive Board
Photo by Lifetouch: DHS student races student from Rocky Hill towards the finish line. By Allison Ortega-Benites ‘26 This article was originally written in late Sept. 2025. The dates referenced in this article may be outdated. On Sept. 20, the DHS cross country team had a meet at Winding Trails Invitationals in Farmington, CT. At … Continue reading DHS Cross Country team begins season with great success
Photo by Ava Umpierre '27: DHS Guidance Counselor Brian Nutcher, who serves on the DHS Scholarship Committee. By Ava Umpierre '27 Paying for college can be overwhelming for students, but scholarships are an effective way to help cover the expenses. Many students are clueless when looking to apply for scholarships. Luckily, at Derby High School, … Continue reading DHS students often overlook scholarship opportunities
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