Dutchess Day School

Pre-K-8th grade day school where talented faculty guide curious, creative students towards responsibility for themselves, one another and the world.

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As our 8th graders prepare to move on to high school, we're filled with pride for their achievements thus far and can't wait to see all the incredible things they will accomplish in the future.

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Weaving with the fourth graders has been a truly enriching and rewarding experience! This ancient handcraft tradition, with its roots in many cultures, offers a unique and inclusive learning opportunity for children with diverse learning styles and creative aptitudes.

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In these last weeks of art class, we are taking every opportunity to create outside. This week PreK took drawing boards and chunky graphite sticks to practice drawing sunflowers in the sun!

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Tonight is your last chance to witness the incredible talents of our 8th graders as they take the stage for their final performance of "Guys and Dolls" at 7pm. Come get transported to the vibrant world of 1950s New York City!

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Don't miss your chance to explore the fascinating world of our third graders' living wax museum—a unique and engaging journey through history awaits!

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Kindergarten and 1st grade artists used a touch of whimsy and model magic to create insects to inhabit their felt collage spring gardens.

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The DDS faculty and staff would like to express their deepest gratitude for the parents generous and thoughtful cards, cake, and delicious breakfasts during Teacher Appreciation Week.

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Our 6th and 7th graders embarked on an adventure of a lifetime yesterday—a whale-watching excursion that brought their classroom studies to life! This hands-on experience not only provided a memorable day at sea but also deepened their understanding of classroom studies.

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Unleash the power of yeast in our hands-on cellular respiration lab designed for 8th-grade students!

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Our talented fourth-grade students have been exploring the wonders of symmetry. From intricate patterns to striking designs, each piece showcases the students' understanding of balance and proportion.

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Last week, the 1st and 8th grade French students enjoyed a delightful breakfast fête. The room was filled with smiles and laughter as they indulged in flaky, buttery croissants and sipped on warm, rich hot chocolate. Bon appétit!

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Early morning poetry for our 8th graders!

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Diving into the fascinating world of classical Greek geometry and its connection to perfection and beauty, here's the fifth-grade magic geometry art project.

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Our bookfair will be open from 8:30 AM - 5 PM on Friday!

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And the winner of the Preschool Book March Madness is... The Very Impatient Caterpillar by Ross Burach! It's not surprising that this laugh-out-loud, STEM-friendly story about a chatty caterpillar and his metamorphosis into a butterfly stole the hearts of our little readers.

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Four-year-old embroidery hoops inspired by artist Alma Thomas.