Clubs and Activities

Students in lower school crafting club making custom pencil bags with vinyl stickers.

DVFriends offers students a wide range of opportunities to get involved in school-sponsored clubs. The list of clubs is dynamic and based on student interests.
 
AFFINITY SPACES
In addition, there are four student-led groups that focus on particular affinity spaces. These groups are based on student interests and initiative.
 
  • BSU (Black Student Union) creates a space of community and affirmation for people of African descent.
  • Gender Sexuality Alliance is dedicated to promoting an atmosphere at DVFriends that is inclusive and accepting of all people regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation by increasing awareness and understanding.
 
Club Name Student Leaders Advisors
GSA (Gender & Sexuality Alliance) Meghna Rachel & Erin
Activities Committee
Lauren D, Aiyana, & Nora
Katie K.
Service Club
Alex Sutton
 
Annie & Colleen
BSU (Black Student Union) Quincy & Jazmin Nadirah
 

OTHER STUDENT-LED GROUPS

Here is a list of recent student-led clubs and groups. This is a dynamic list that adapts to student interests and initiatives. Any student can start a club at any time with sufficient interest and a faculty advisor. 
 
Upper School Clubs

Club Name Student Leaders Advisors
Yearbook   Kristen
Peer Connectors   Beth & Bridget
Play Writers Aiyana Tim, Lisa H., Khalil
Music Club Sam S. Tim
Eye 2 Eye Elsa & Margot Matt B
QYLC (Quaker Youth Leadership Conference) David, Lior, Nora, & Tim Amanda & Katie M.
Fishing & Ichthyology Club  Mason Katie Klenk & Katie M.
Weight Lifting  Lior & Gavin Amanda & Aidan
Investment Club Will & Max Sam
Dungeons & Dragons Meghna Dylan
History Club Avery, Maya, & Landon Sam
Movie Making Club Jacob & Declan Alex & Gabe
Board Game Club Orla Rachel
Video Game Development Club Evan Steve
Basketball Club Ben Jalal
Video Game Club Josh & Alex Katie M
DV Singers Teddy & Susie Lisa H. & Tim
Photography Club Carter Alex


Middle School Clubs
 
Club Name Advisors
Student Council Emily & Meredith
GSA (Gender & Sexuality Alliance) Emily
Music
Tim
Arts & Crafts Marti
Games Kate
Mindfulness Nikita
Robotics & Engineering Caroline
Fish Tank Emily
 
Lower School Clubs
Lower school clubs change periodically based on student interests and meet every Friday afternoon. In addition, lower school students enjoy a variety of special seasonal and holiday events and activities. Recent offerings have included:
 
  • RC Car Club
  • Art Club
  • Sports Club
  • Book Club
  • Lower School Talent Show
  • Grandparents and Special Friends Day
  • Friendsgiving
  • Lower School Music Night