Parents
Derby is, above all else, a community—one that emphasizes the participation of students, staff, and parents. Whether you join a Pre-Kindergarten class for a cooking lesson, chaperone a Middle School class trip, or work behind the scenes at the Derby Fair, you'll have ample opportunity to contribute to your child's learning environment and to become a member of a unique community.
For Derby parents, "back to school" takes on a whole new meaning
For Derby parents, "back to school" takes on a whole new meaning
Throughout the school year, the Derby community has numerous parent-inclusive events. From September's Curriculum Nights, which allow you a glimpse at your child's new classroom and a chance to greet other parents, to June's Derby Day processional and the sweet closure it brings to the school year, you can participate in the full range of experience that Derby offers.
You may be surprised to find that your child's school community becomes an important part of your world, too.
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FAMILY PORTAL
"Derby is a special place where we see our children excited to go to school and be part of a vibrant community where they may safely explore new ideas, develop meaningful friendships, and have a lot of fun."
Maria and Rob Fawcett P’18,’19,’21
2024-2025 Derby Family Connect
EXECUTIVE TEAM
President: Lauren McElaney
Vice President: Eleia Haywood
Communications: Haley Nadas
Faculty Appreciation: Meghan Aylward-MacMillan
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Athletics—Girls: Heather Dwyer
Athletics—Boys: Meaghan Carson
Derby Serves Co-Chairs: Maggie Levy, Robin O’Malley
Derby Serves Parent Leadership Team: Courtney Stephens, Britt Gammell, Kara Smith, Maura Harold
Faculty Appreciation:
Cards/Fund: Meghan Aylward-MacMillan
Winter Cookie Bar: Nicole Romano, Kirstin Medaglia
Faculty/Staff Appreciation Week: Meghan Aylward-MacMillan
Faculty Appreciation Luncheon Chair: Meredith Gubitosi
Green Space Team Chair: Nora Decembrele
PIN: Jen McGuire, Lara Thompson
Upper School Semi: Chez Coyle, Meaghan Carson, Devon Smith
Arts Ambassadors: Molly Otocka, Shannon Stavris
Belonging at Derby: Jenny Weymouth
GRADE REPS
Pre-K: Kara Ferrante & Beka Sharp
K: Haley Nadas, Kara Smith
First: Marie-Amelie Greenlee & Brittney Eck
Second: Michelle Vandamme, Allison Duffy
Third: Nina Davies & Nora Decembrele
Fourth: Kully Reardon & Erin Sunday
Fifth: Brooke Brown & Melissa Kulpa
Sixth: Melissa Hux & Courtney Stephens
Seventh: Meagan Carson & Michelle Camuso
Eighth: Jamee Downes & Rob Hutchinson
DERBY FAIR
Derby Fair Co-Chairs: Eleia Haywood, Lauren McElaney
Art Tent: Kathy Deane, Taryn Miller
Food: Laura Lawrence, Sue Garland
Games: Meredith Gubitosi, Meredith McLennan
Derby Family Connect
As a Derby parent or guardian, you are automatically a member of Derby Family Connect. We provide opportunities to connect, communicate, support, and participate in the life of the school by contributing our time and efforts. We offer an array of student activities intended to promote school spirit and build community as well as show appreciation for our amazing faculty.
Derby Family Connect holds regular meetings, and all parents and guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend. These meetings are an excellent way to stay in tune with school happenings and school events as Derby Family Connect committee chairs and faculty are invited to speak.