| | DA alumnus Evan Bick '02 to appear on 'Jeopardy!' Tuesday Durham Academy Latin teacher Edith Keene remembers former student Evan Bick '02 as having "the kind of quick, sparky brain that delighted in being challenged." So when she learned that the DA alumnus was chosen to compete on "Jeopardy!", she wasn't entirely surprised. Bick is scheduled to appear on the nationally televised quiz show Tuesday, April 7. Read More Preview Emerald City art projects in the Lower School lobby Follow the yellow brick road to the Lower School lobby to check out this year's beautiful art projects from Preschool and Lower School students! Ranging from adorable serving trays to captivating collages of whimsical watercolor poppies and ceramic Emerald City skylines, these projects are one-of-a-kind keepsakes that will add color and special sentiment to any room of your home. All projects are available online, so visit www.da.org/auction to place your bid today! Read More The Upper School Madrid trip, one incredible dish at a time Fifteen Durham Academy Upper Schoolers spent their spring break, plus one week, in Madrid — on the second leg of an exchange program that began in the fall with Spanish students spending more than two weeks in North Carolina, where they were hosted by the families of the DA students who later traveled to Spain. See the trip through the eyes of junior Veronia Kim, who tells the story of the journey through food. Lowell Oakley '14 advances to Live Playoffs of 'The Voice' The Voice Knockouts saw Lowell Oakley return to his crooner roots, dedicating his version of the Temptations' hit "My Girl" to a special girl back home in North Carolina. With his victory, the DA alumnus advances to compete in the show's Live Playoffs round, and he'll be counting on viewers' votes to help him remain in the competition. Read More Dine Out for DA at Moe's April 8 Mark your calendar for the next Dining Out for DA event on Wednesday, April 8, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Moe's Southwest Grill. In addition to supporting Parents Association, you just might catch some of your favorite DA administrators on the Moe's serving line; rumor is that one might even dress for the occasion — as a taco! The Moe's located in Patterson Place (5332 McFarland Drive, Durham) will donate 10 percent of sales to Durham Academy Parents Association during the specified time period; just be sure to mention that you're with DA! Preschoolers and families visit Emerald Pond for spring fling Preschool teachers, parents, students and their siblings took a beautiful spring stroll across the street to Emerald Pond assisted living facility Wednesday afternoon to enjoy the company of senior citizens they've come to call friends. As the dozens of tiny little legs made the trek, guided by a careful crossing guard contingent from the Durham Police Department and DA security team, they could see the festivities awaiting them as they made their way up the hill. Read More Final day to donate books for Used Book Sale is April 13 Looking forward to a little spring cleaning over the long weekend? Don't forget to turn an eye toward your bookshelves — select a few titles to donate to the Used Book Sale and make a little room for new additions from the sale at the same time! The final day to donate books is Monday, April 13, and books may be dropped off at collection sites on each campus. See details about making a donation and the sale, set for April 23-25, at www.da.org/UsedBookSale. DA in the News The Herald-Sun:
DA alumnae Katherine Koller '11, Mariel Murray '11 and Sarah Molina '12 named Phi Beta Kappa at UNC Chapel Hill The Technician:
DA alumnus Alex Isley '80 inspires budding designers at NCSU 'Amazing Alumni' lectures WNCN:
Lowell Oakley '14 reaches the live rounds of The Voice The Herald-Sun:
Warren and Lapidus earn landmark wins for Durham Academy | | This Week's Events 
Upcoming Events and Reminders No School: Good Friday
- Friday, April 3 Snow Make-up Day:
School in Session
- Monday, April 6
(formerly Professional Development Day) Dining Out for DA at Moe's
- Wednesday, April 8, 5-8 p.m., Moe's Patterson Place Meet & Greet with Christian Hairston-Randleman, New Preschool Director
- Friday, April 10, 8-9 a.m., Preschool Great Room Benefit Auction
- Saturday, April 11, 6:30 p.m., Washington Duke Inn Upper School Spring Dance Concert
- Sunday, April 12, 7:30 p.m., Kenan Auditorium Final Day to Donate Books for Used Book Sale
- Monday, April 13 'I'm Not Racist ... Am I?' Screening and Q&A
- Wednesday, April 15, 6:30 p.m., Kenan Auditorium Spring Alumni Reception
- Friday, April 17, 6 p.m., Learning Commons Used Book Sale
- Thursday, April 23, to Saturday, April 25 Hill Mile: One Mile Race
and Kids' Dash
(benefiting The Hill Center)
- Sunday, April 26, 2 p.m., DA Upper School Track Order Deadline for
DA Night at the Durham Bulls
- Tuesday, May 5 15th Annual DA Golf Tournament
- Thursday, May 7, 1 p.m., Croasdaile Country Club DA Night at the Durham Bulls
- Friday, May 29, 7:05 p.m., Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Videos and Photos 
Video: What Makes Real Reading?
(by Mrs. Petrow's Penguins)
Photos: Kindergarten
Peter Rabbit Play
Photos: Eighth-Grade Independent Science Projects
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