Once a Panther, Always a Panther. This is the theme that was chosen for the 106th Volume of The Panther. It has been several years since this team has produced a book that encapsulates the spirit of Derby High.

When attending the Elite Weekend conference back in August, lots of different themes were discussed. It wasn’t until having a conversation with a yearbook expert that the concept of a Derby book was considered.

The conversation we had with this adviser was magical. She asked us questions about our school, and before you know it, we were talking about tradition and change.

One student eventually told her about the different sayings that we toss around at our high school such as “green is magic” or “bleed green.”

A few hours later, our cover was designed and our opening copy was written.

This theme is something our staff is incredibly proud of. We hope this theme brings as much emotion to you as it does to us.

Just think of the day you are showing your son or daughter your weird haircut from sophomore year and remember that you are a Panther.

Because Once a Panther, Always a Panther.