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November

Culled from the Archives

11/20/2019

Learn more about Shinaye Ozaki 1927 and her arrival from Japan in the mid-1920s.

Giving Spotlight: Marlene Mustard Graf ’61

11/20/2019

Graf supports Dana Hall with her track record of long-term, consistent giving—nearly every year since she graduated.

Join us on the Galápagos Islands

11/19/2019

You're invited on an alumnae-only trip to the Galápagos Islands, June 15-25, 2020.

Young Alums, Your Time is Running Out!

11/19/2019

Classes of 2005-2019: It’s your last chance to give in the 2019 Young Alumnae Giving Challenge.

Middle School Debuts Original Play

11/18/2019

Sunset in a Cup: A Letter from Emily Dickinson, along with Jane Austen: Action Figure and Too Many Daughters: A Jane Austen Parody, will be performed November 20 & 21.

Faculty Exhibit Sabbatical Projects

11/6/2019

The Art Gallery currently features the work of Upper School faculty Mary Ann McQuillan and Matt Enlow, participants in the Congdon Sabbatical Program during the 2018-19 school year.

Dana Rider Succeeds Overseas

11/5/2019

R. Chandley ’21 earned a spot on the podium at a CSIO J equestrian competition in Tianjin, China.

October

45 Plays for 45 Presidents

10/30/2019

The Upper School will present its fall play on Friday, November 8, and Saturday, November 9, at 7:30 p.m., in Bardwell Auditorium.

Team Traditions: Fall Edition

10/29/2019

The captains of fall varsity athletics teams share their beloved team traditions.

Defying Labels

10/23/2019

LeDerick Horne spoke about his journey through an early learning disability diagnosis at the X-Block on Monday, October 21.

A Warm Welcome Back

10/16/2019

Earlier this month, we welcomed back the classes of 1949, 1954 and 1959 for their 70th, 65th and 60th reunions.

Alumnae Participate in Annual Day of Service

10/16/2019

A group of Boston alumnae, students and parents volunteered as part of Dana Hall’s 9th Annual Amor Caritas Day.

Class Notes Due by October 30

10/16/2019

It’s your last chance to submit a class note for inclusion in the Winter 2020 Dana Bulletin.

Giving Spotlight: Emily Soukas ’09

10/16/2019

Soukas shares how Dana Hall helped foster her love of giving back, both to her community and to her alma mater.

Sisters Visit Sister School

10/16/2019

Mary Fulham ’13 and Elizabeth Fulham ’16 traveled to Japan in September to help students at Tokyo Jogakkan School prepare for their annual Model UN conference.

A Truly Great Day

10/2/2019

On October 2, the Dana Hall community thanked the retiring owner of Truly Yogurt for 27 years of memories.

September

Holocaust Survivor Visits Dana Hall

9/23/2019

Alex Gross G21 shared his story of survival and resiliency with grades 8-12.

First Game on New Field

9/18/2019

On September 11, Varsity Field Hockey held the first home game on the new turf field with alumnae from the classes of 1957 and 1958 in attendance.

New Members Join Alumnae Council

9/18/2019

A warm welcome to the four alumnae joining the Council this month.

Giving Spotlight: Rachel Bebchick Naggar ’92

9/17/2019

Naggar learned the importance of giving back at an early age, and continues to do so for causes and organizations near and dear to her heart.

Alumnae Travel Opportunity to the Galápagos Islands

9/12/2019

Join us on an alumnae-only trip to the Galápagos Islands, June 15-25, 2020.

Let’s Get it Started

9/5/2019

Dana Hall kicked off the 2019-20 school year with Opening Convocation on Tuesday, September 3.

August

New Faculty and Staff Join Dana Hall

8/27/2019

The Dana Hall community is excited to welcome new faculty and staff to campus this fall.

July

Lessons in International Relations

7/29/2019

Students from the Tokyo Jogakkan School visited Dana Hall last week to strengthen their Model UN skills.

June

Food Allergies and Pet Health Inspire Entrepreneurial Dreams

6/26/2019

At this year’s Girls Summer Entrepreneurship Program, students applied a week’s worth of business education to a team-oriented business plan competition.

The Countdown is On!

6/13/2019

Make your gift to the Dana Fund by June 30.

Alumnae Council Bids Farewell to Allison McPartland ’09

6/11/2019

McPartland completed her two-year Alumnae Council term last month.

New Director of Athletics, Health and Wellness

6/11/2019

Becky Kimball is passionate about helping students achieve their athletic goals and has spent her career focusing on sports performance, fitness and wellness education.

The Class of 2019's Next Steps

6/11/2019

Congratulations to the Dana Hall School Class of 2019 on their college destinations.

The Newest Alums

6/11/2019

Alumnae spanning four decades welcomed the Class of 2019 into the Dana Hall Alumnae Association at the annual Senior Brunch.

Top Honors for Dana Artists

6/7/2019

Visual Arts Department Head Michael Frassinelli was awarded a two-week residency in upstate New York.

Breaking Ground

6/6/2019

On May 29, Dana Hall School officially broke ground on the Turf Field Project, which is on track to be completed by the fall.

Congratulations to the Class of 2019

6/5/2019

The senior class took its final walk around The Pond on Saturday, June 1.

May

Spring Varsity Sports Awards and Wrap Up

5/31/2019

Honoring Dana Hall athletes in lacrosse, softball, tennis and equestrian.

Showcasing Senior Artists

5/22/2019

The Senior Art Show, running through June 1, features the work of many artists from the Class of 2019.

Alumnae Volunteers Needed for GSLP

5/15/2019

We have ways for both Boston-based alumnae and those throughout the U.S. and abroad to get involved.

Celebrating a Successful Reunion Weekend

5/15/2019

We welcomed back our classes ending in 9 and 4 in late April for Spring Reunion 2019.

John Suby Retirement and Turf Field Groundbreaking

5/15/2019

Join the Dana Hall community for two celebrations on Wednesday, May 29.

Join the Moon & Stars Society

5/15/2019

Members include alumnae who have supported Dana Hall for five or more consecutive years.

Upcoming Summer Events

5/15/2019

Please join us this summer as we travel to Washington, D.C., New York City and Cape Cod.

Back in Blue and White

5/13/2019

Amanda Feldman ’12 has returned to Dana Hall as the Varsity Softball assistant coach.

Top Honors for Riders

5/9/2019

The Equestrian Team has earned many ribbons during its two most recent weekend competitions.

Dana Hall School Presents A Chorus Line

5/6/2019

Along with students from Belmont Hill and Roxbury Latin, the Upper School presents its spring musical, A Chorus Line, on May 17 & 18.

April

Honoring Scholastic Achievement

4/22/2019

On April 22, eighteen students were inducted into the Cum Laude Society during X-Block.

Reunion Giving and Who’s Coming

4/18/2019

Find out where your class stands for total Reunion giving and participation, and find out which of your classmates you can expect to see on campus.

A Conversation on Girls and Stress

4/17/2019

On Thursday, May 2, from 7–8:30 p.m., Dana Hall will host The Forum: A Conversation on Girls and Stress. Free and open to the public.

Afternoon Activities at She Sails

4/17/2019

After a morning full of inspiring speakers and inspirational panels, the afternoon portion of She Sails allows attendees to Chart Your Own Course.

Alumnae Needed for Senior Brunch

4/17/2019

Join us on Thursday, May 30, as we officially the welcome the senior class into the Dana Hall Alumnae Association.

Using Their Voices

4/16/2019

Throughout the 2018–19 school year, a number of Dana Hall students have been making their voices heard in various ways.

Library Staff Plans and Hosts Annual Conference

4/12/2019

The staff of the Helen Temple Cooke Library recently co-hosted the Association of Independent School Librarians conference in Boston.

Model UN Wins Big at Dartmouth

4/10/2019

Eighteen members of the Dana Hall Model UN team helped it to win the coveted Best Large Delegation Award (1st place overall).

Seventh Grader Earns National Art Award

4/8/2019

D. Lu ’24 was recently awarded the highest honor—a Gold Medal—in the 2019 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.

March

Alum Profile: Zoë Timms ’93

3/28/2019

Timms will be the keynote speaker at She Sails on April 27.

Alumnae Award Recipients

3/7/2019

The winners will be honored during She Sails, April 27.

Register Now for Reunion Weekend and She Sails

3/6/2019

Whether it is your 5th or your 50th, Spring Reunion 2019 promises to be a time for creating and sharing memories.

Winter Varsity Sports Awards and Wrap Up

3/6/2019

Honoring athletes in equestrian, swimming and diving, squash, fencing, basketball and ice hockey.

Alumnae Art Show

3/5/2019

Celebrate the work of fellow alums at a special alumnae reception during Reunion Weekend.

Honoring Consecutive Giving

3/5/2019

The Moon & Stars Society provides special recognition to loyal alumnae whose annual gifts have supported Dana Hall for five or more consecutive years.

The Girls’ School Advantage

3/5/2019

Encourage your family, friends and neighbors to learn more about the unique environment of an all-girls school.

It’s Good to be Green

3/4/2019

The Green Team brings its passion for the environment to the entire Dana Hall community.

Tomorrow, Tomorrow

3/1/2019

The Dana Hall Middle School presents its spring musical, Annie Jr., Wednesday, March 6, and Thursday, March 7.

February

March Update from the Girls Summer Leadership Program

2/28/2019

There is less than a month to go until our April 5 deadline for the 2019 Girls Summer Leadership Program (GSLP).

The Art of Resilience

2/28/2019

Throughout Ship Day 2019, guests and alumnae spoke on the theme of resilience and moving forward from life’s setbacks.

If You Build It

2/27/2019

A school-wide STEAM X-Block gave advisories the chance to complete mini engineering challenges.

Vision 2025: Enriching and Extending the Dana Difference

2/20/2019

A new strategic plan that is both aspirational and actionable charts Dana Hall School’s story through 2025.

Boot Camp at Dana Hall

2/15/2019

Join area alumnae as well as Dana Hall mothers, current and past, for the spring session, February 25–May 29.

Dinora Justice at Dana Hall

2/15/2019

Dinora Justice, The 2019 Scattergood-Moore Artist-in-Residence, is exhibiting her work at the Dana Hall Art Gallery through March 7.

February Update from the Girls Summer Leadership Program

2/15/2019

Do you have a rising 9th grader in your life? Encourage her to attend GSLP, June 22–28.

Upcoming Alumnae Events

2/15/2019

Join fellow Dana Hall alumnae and friends for upcoming events in Boston, Vero Beach and Miami.

Diving In

2/14/2019

Now in its third year, the Varsity Diving team continues to grow in both size and enthusiasm as the latest aquatic addition to Dana Hall.

2019 Scholastic Arts Awards Winners

2/13/2019

Several Dana Hall artists received Scholastic Art Awards for their work across a variety of mediums.

Reunion and She Sails, April 26–28

2/13/2019

Reconnect with classmates and friends while enjoying Dana Hall’s signature event—all in the same weekend!

Alum Profile: Alison Farlow MacKinnon ’79, P19

2/12/2019

MacKinnon’s path to psychotherapy took a few twists and turns before she landed in a profession she truly loves.

One Love at Dana Hall

2/8/2019

A select cohort of students completed training at Dana Hall to facilitate workshops that focus on the issue of relationship abuse.

Examining Injustice and Seeking Solutions

2/4/2019

Dana Hall School honored the work of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with the third annual Day of Community Learning.

January

Breaking the Ruled

1/30/2019

Upper School Math Teacher Matt Enlow was honored for his artwork at the 2019 Mathematical Art Exhibition Awards.

January Update from Dana Hall’s Girls Summer Leadership Program

1/28/2019

The temperatures might be dipping, but we’re already thinking ahead to next summer and the Girls Summer Leadership Program (GSLP).

Tackling Tough Topics

1/24/2019

At 8th Grade Peer Ed Night, student leaders worked with students and their parents/guardians to examine critical issues that affect teenagers.

Model UN Takes Second Place at Columbia Conference

1/23/2019

The team competed for four days against students from 54 schools, multiple states and at least seven different countries.

Cultivating Future Leaders

1/15/2019

The Dana Hall Girls Summer Leadership Program runs this June for girls who have completed 8th grade.

Reuniting at Reunion 2019

1/15/2019

If your class year ends in a 9 or 4, reconnect with classmates and friends at Reunion, April 26-28.

Alum Profile: Lizz Branson Fabel ’74

1/14/2019

Known today as The Bread Lady, Fabel worked as a graphic designer, administrative assistant and bookkeeper before following her passion for baking.

Not Just Us: Speaking Up For Social Justice, An Exhibit

1/14/2019

Not Just Us: Women Artists Speak Out for Social Justice is an upcoming exhibition at the Dana Hall Art Gallery.

Breaking the Silence

1/8/2019

Rachael Steil will share her message of overcoming her struggle with an eating disorder with students, faculty and parents on January 14.

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