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Sixth grader Jay Caponigro jumps for joy when his science mini-term experiment works!
Photo by Andrew Shirley '05
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Get to Know Horizons at DCD
Horizons at DCD brings together a terrific group of people in support of a life-changing program. Please come learn more! Join us for
coffee, pastries, and conversation in the Valentine Center
on
Wednesday, December 6, 8:00-8:45 a.m. You'll have a chance to meet Meredith Laban, the program's executive director, as well as several board members, many of whom are current or former DCD parents. There will be a brief overview and history of the program followed by a description of the various ways you can get involved. RSVP to Meredith Laban at
[email protected] by December 4.
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Chess Wizards winter program starts up again in January
A new session of Chess Wizards will be offered through EDP starting January 18 through March 1. The program is open to students in grades 1-5 and is held on Thursdays, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. There is a $175 fee for 7 sessions, and registration is required. By the conclusion of the program, each student will have had the chance to participate in a mini-chess tournament. Contact EDP Director
Tom Nash for more information.
Click here for the registration form or go online to the EDP button on the Resource Board.
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Clothing Guidelines for the Holidays
With the annual Holiday Assembly just two weeks away, parents should be aware that children are required to follow the clothing guidelines for special occasions, which are outlined on page 68 of the DCD Handbook of Information. Students are required to wear coats and ties, dresses, skirts, or dress pants as well as appropriate footwear. Students who are performing will be notified by their teachers of any specific concert dress requirements. This year, black skirts will be added to the "blue blazer" closet, which is located in the Emmons Lobby outside Admissions. Parents are welcome to contribute as well as take items from this closet to meet these clothing requirements. |
Need to Update Your Contact Information?
Parents should notify Laura Martinez in the front office of any changes to their contact information. She will notify the various database managers on campus to make sure the changes are made. Parents will not have access to making changes themselves to the school's database until a period next spring and summer when the databases are rolled over and updated. Parents will be notified at that time. |
Be a part of DCD's parent "face book"!
Don't forget to upload your photo to Vidigami, our photo sharing system. It's easy to do, and it will be so much fun getting to know each other better! Click here to read the detailed instructions that were sent out earlier this week.
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Help us build our community!
If you have a friend, colleague or neighbor you think might be interested in DCD, we'd love to invite them to our December 12th Off-Campus Admissions Coffee, hosted by the Schnitman family in their home in Wellesley. Please let Emilie Liebhoff know, and she will make sure they receive an invitation. Many of you have attended these coffees in the past as a prospective parent and know they are a wonderful way to hear from current parents about their DCD experience. |
DCD Book Club
 We had a great first meeting of the DCD Book Club, full of lively discussion and camaraderie. The next meeting is Monday, January 8, at 6:30 p.m. at the Herrick House when we'll be discussing Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan. |
Fall Sports Awards Announced
 DCD recognized its middle school student athletes for their participation in fall sports. Coaches presented awards for field hockey, soccer, flag football, and cross country at two all-school morning assemblies held on November 13 and 20. Read on...
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A Celebration of Thanksgiving
 Whether you traveled or stayed close to home, we hope your Thanksgiving break was filled with warmth, family and cheer. Dedham Country Day is thankful for the vibrant community of students, teachers, staff members and families that made our Thanksgiving assembly such a great start to a season of celebrations. Click here to enjoy videos and photos from the morning!
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Monique Tello '86 Speaks to Students at Morning Assembly 
D
CD 2017 Alumni Award recipient Monique Tello '86, a doctor and writer, visited campus on November 30 to speak at an all-school morning assembly.
Dr. Tello has combined an accomplished medical career as a primary care physician with a lifelong passion for writing. She now writes for the Harvard Health publications blog, in addition to working as a primary care provider at Women's Health Associates, a practice of women for women at Mass General, and serving as a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School.
Read on...
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Morning Assembly: Storytelling
8:15 a.m. Lowell Center
Music Party
4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 5
Day 4
Community Outreach Committee Meeting
8:15 a.m. Lawrence Room alcove
Wednesday, December 6
Day 5
Horizons Coffee
8:00-8:45 a.m. Valentine Center
Alumni Council Meeting
6:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 7
Day 6
Grade 5 Play
8:30 a.m. Lowell Center
Diversity Committee Meeting
6:00 p.m. Adams Lab
Friday, December 8
Day 1
Grade 5 Play and Cast Party
8:30 a.m. Lowell Center
Middle School Service Afternoon
12:30-3:00 p.m.
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Click here to view next week's lunch menu.
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 Season's Readings
The Nutcracker ballet is performed in hundreds of venues throughout the United States during the holiday season. Yet, few fans of this beautiful ballet know the story of the three brothers who first brought this 19th century Russian ballet to American audiences. Author Chris Barton and illustrator Cathy Gendron share the story in
The Nutcracker Comes to America (Millbrook Press).
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It's That Time of Year Again!
DCD parent Stephen Fallon invites everyone to listen to great Christmas music and get into the spirit of the season! He will be singing at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 10, at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Attleboro, Massachusetts. Fans won't want to miss this, and newcomers are in for a treat! There will be a sumptuous holiday buffet following the concert. All are welcome!
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Indoor winter soccer training through FCUSA will take place at DCD on Thursdays, 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., for nine weeks starting January 4 for U6-U12. FCUSA's professional coaching staff use a nationally developed curriculum to improve fundamental soccer and motor skills. The cost is $150. Sessions are designed to improve technique and confidence in a positive and fun developmental environment. Click here to register now online. |
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