10/31/24
October 31, 2024
INFORMATION FOR ALL DIVISIONS
Patriots around the world—alumni, students, parents, friends, neighbors, faculty, and staff— will come together for CDS Day of Giving 2024, a 24-hour online initiative to make Every Connection Count in Patriot Nation. Every dollar donation to Day of Giving goes directly to the Patriot Fund which supports academic and extra curricular programs, faculty and staff needs, facilities maintenance, and enhancements to the student experience. All of which, help us live our mission of creating entrepreneurial thinkers for a global society. Help move the mission of CDS forward by supporting Day of Giving on November 19, 2024!
Come Support Our Senior-Athletes!
Football
November 1
Halftime
ECC Tunnel
Cheer, Golf, & Cross Country
November 7
Halftime
RESCHEDULED
Join us on November 4th @ 4:30 pm for a Rally and show your support by wearing BLUE as part of the Team Protectors National Awareness Campaign!
The students of See Us Now here at CDS are leading this national campaign, and they need your help to raise awareness!
Join Mrs. Witherspoon in supporting Sisters Empowering Women.
Donate a formal dress, or get a formal dress!
WHEN
November 7th
WHERE
International Square
WHEN
November 7th
Click HERE to volunteer!
Donation bins are located in International Square and at ECC front desk.
Tampa Bay Lightning invites you to
CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL SPIRIT NIGHT
WHEN
November 27th
Click HERE for more event information, and HERE to buy tickets.
A portion of each ticket sold is donated back to CDS.
Wear your CDS spirit shirt!
Event Coordinated by CDS Alumni and Tampa Bay Lightning Account Executive, Emma Architetto.
Read Emma's feature on the Portrait of a Patriot Blog!
- ECC
- Elementary
- Middle School
- Upper School
- Athletics Info & Dates
- Key Info
- Patriot Nation Community Connection
- Archived Thursday Folders
ECC
WHAT
Lower School Fall Festival
WHEN
November 7th
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
SCHEDULE
11:30 am - Fall Festival & Market Opens
This year there will be food trucks & market vendors for a fee.
The book fair will be open in the Media Center.
Provided by the PTO
Inflatables
Gratitude Garden
Caramel Apple Station
Face Painting
Games
And so much more!
FALL FESTIVAL MAP
Talent Show
11:30 am - 12:00 pm - 1st group of talent show performers
1:00 - 1:30 pm - 2nd group of talent show performers
This is a half day. ECC will dismiss at 11:30 am. There will be NO Aftercare at the ECC.
There will be a shuttle bus from ECC to Bearss for parents to pick up their students from the MPR to attend the Fall Festival as a family. Registration to ride the free shuttle bus is required. If your student is not riding the bus to the Bearss Ave. campus, please make plans to have your child(ren) picked up at 11:30 from ECC. ECC students are not allowed to join the Bearss aftercare program due to DCF rules, so please plan accordingly to ensure your child is picked up by you or a guardian at the Bearss campus.
Registration for Fall Festival care and ECC Shuttle Bus is available through CampBrain which can be found on the Auxiliary page on your Parent portal.
All students must be accompanied by a parent at the Fall Festival.
Dawn Wilson
Head of Lower School
Email me!
Join us in participating in the "Choose Love with Gratitude" movement in November, and take a moment daily to express your gratitude!
WHO
ECC Students
WHAT
The ECC students proudly take to the field, forming an arch to welcome the football players as they make their grand entrance at Senior Night!
WHEN
Senior Night, November 1st
Want to know more about the Bearss Avenue Campus?
Don't miss out on an opportunity to learn more about Elementary School!
WHEN
DATE CHANGE
Tuesday, November 12th
8:30 -10:00 am
WHERE
Lower School Multi-Purpose Room
WHO
Open to all parents of ECC students
Click HERE to RSVP!
This year, as we continue to reflect on and refine our practices, we have worked with the PTO to improve our chaperone selection process for field trips in K-5.
If you are interested in chaperoning a field trip this year, we ask that you complete this form to express your interest and availability; divisional admin will then use this information to reach out directly to individual parents as field trips get scheduled.
While we may continue to have more interested chaperones than chaperone spots available throughout the year, this process will allow a more equitable distribution of opportunities. Parents who serve as room reps will continue to be guaranteed one field trip each year. This form will be utilized for field trips scheduled in November through May; trips for the remainder of October already have confirmed chaperones.
Talent Show Submissions are now closed.
All video submissions should be emailed by October 25th. Once all the submissions are received, talent show performers will receive a performance schedule.
First set: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM (15 acts)
Second set: 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM (15 acts)
10-minute break in between
Winner announcements after the second set
Did your student miss picture day?
WHAT
Retakes & Class Pictures
WHEN
November 12th
Beyond the Bell Enrichment
Catalog and Registration are NOW OPEN!
Power Hour Sessions
Session 2: October 21st - December 11th
Session 3: January 15th - March 12th
Session 4: March 26th - May 14th
Catalog and Sign Up will be done through your Veracross Parent Portal - Auxiliary Tab.
Attention parents and CDS supporters, visit our ONLINE SPIRIT STORE for all your spirit wear needs!
CDS is excited to roll out the 2024-2025 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
We are looking for FOPA Division Ambassadors. If you're interested, contact FOPA at FOPA@carrollwooddayschool.org.
Membership levels for every division. Free entry to all theatre shows, all year!
If you would like to volunteer, please contact FOPA. Volunteers get reserved seating.
Keeping you informed and safe.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- There has been an uptick of Mycoplasma Pneumonia Infections. Read more.
- Flu Season is here! Read more.
- There has been an increase of Par B19 virus. Read more.
- FDA approves first nasal spray for treatment of anaphylaxis. Read more.
Elementary
We are so excited for this year's revamped Community Cultural Celebration, Fall Festival, and Fall Market on November 7th. This is a half day for all lower school students. All students must be accompanied by a parent at the Fall Festival.
SCHEDULE
10:30 am - Community Cultural Celebration
11:30 am - Fall Festival & Market Opens
This year there will be food trucks & market vendors for a fee.
The book fair will be open in the Media Center.
Provided by the PTO
Inflatables
Gratitude Garden
Caramel Apple Station
Face Painting
Games
And so much more!
FALL FESTIVAL MAP
Talent Show
11:30 am - 12:00 pm - 1st group of talent show performers
1:00 - 1:30 pm - 2nd group of talent show performers
If you will not be able to attend the Fall Festival with your child and need after school care, please register on the Auxiliary page on your Parent portal.
All students must be accompanied by a parent at the Fall Festival.
Dawn Wilson
Head of Lower School
Email me!
All Pro Dad Chapters provide an opportunity for dads to spend quality time with their children that will strengthen their relationship. For one hour each month you'll get to join other dads and kids at school for a fun, memory-making event.
Fall 2024 Meeting Schedule
Tuesday, November 12th
Tuesday, December 10th
Location: Student Union
Time: 7:00 am
Breakfast available for purchase
More Info & RSVP
If you missed the Screenagers viewing, you can access a parent handout HERE.
Join us in participating in the "Choose Love with Gratitude" movement in November, and take a moment daily to express your gratitude!
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WHAT
CDS Parent Panel: TechnologyWHEN
Friday, November 1st
8:00 a.m.WHERE
Multipurpose RoomA panel of CDS parents share their successes and failures with rules, policies, and procedures in their own homes regarding technology use.
The goal of this event is to help parents ease into the world of cell phones, texting, gaming, and social media by providing them with a toolbox full of ideas that will help them guide their children.
WHAT
Class Picture Day
WHEN
November 14th
Want to know more about Middle School?
Don't miss out on an opportunity to learn more about Middle School!
WHEN
DATE CHANGE
Thursday, November 21st
8:15 -10:00 am
WHERE
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
WHO
Open to all parents of elementary students
Click HERE to RSVP!
Talent Show Submissions are now closed.
All video submissions should be emailed by October 25th. Once all the submissions are received, talent show performers will receive a performance schedule.
First set: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM (15 acts)
Second set: 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM (15 acts)
10-minute break in between
Winner announcements after the second set
This year, as we continue to reflect on and refine our practices, we have worked with the PTO to improve our chaperone selection process for field trips in K-5.
If you are interested in chaperoning a field trip this year, we ask that you complete this form to express your interest and availability; divisional admin will then use this information to reach out directly to individual parents as field trips get scheduled.
While we may continue to have more interested chaperones than chaperone spots available throughout the year, this process will allow a more equitable distribution of opportunities. Parents who serve as room reps will continue to be guaranteed one field trip each year. This form will be utilized for field trips scheduled in November through May; trips for the remainder of October already have confirmed chaperones.
Beyond the Bell Enrichment
Catalog and Registration are NOW OPEN!
Power Hour Sessions
Session 2: October 21st - December 11th
Session 3: January 15th - March 12th
Session 4: March 26th - May 14th
Catalog and Sign Up will be done through your Veracross Parent Portal - Auxiliary Tab.
Attention parents and CDS supporters, visit our ONLINE SPIRIT STORE for all your spirit wear needs!
Keeping you informed and safe.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- There has been an uptick of Mycoplasma Pneumonia Infections. Read more.
- Flu Season is here! Read more.
- There has been an increase of Par B19 virus. Read more.
- FDA approves first nasal spray for treatment of anaphylaxis. Read more.
WHAT
Parent Training with Julie Porceli from Jr. Achievement
WHEN
Grades 1-2
January 24, 2025
8:30 - 9:30 am
WHERE
Multipurpose Room
2 volunteers needed per grade level
Questions?
Please contact Lisa Vicencio at Lvicencio@cdspatriots.org
Click HERE for more information!
Middle School
NEW DATES FOR YOUR CALENDARS
November 1st - All School Pep Rally
November 8th - 8th Grade Sunrise Breakfast
November 18th & 19th - 8th Grade Shadow Days
Dr. Chuck Maddox
Head of Middle School
Email me!
Join us in participating in the "Choose Love with Gratitude" movement in November, and take a moment daily to express your gratitude!
8th Grade Sunrise Breakfast has been RESCHEDULED!
New Date: November 8th @ 7:15 am
WHERE
Wimbledon
Family Community Engagement Opportunity
DATE CHANGE
WHAT
Metropolitan Ministries Volunteering
WHEN
November 2nd
8:30 - 11:30 am
Read more about several options for volunteering.
Only 20 spots available. Sign up today!
There's something for everyone in the middle school! Check out the club list below.
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WHAT
CDS Parent Panel: TechnologyWHEN
Friday, November 1st
8:00 a.m.WHERE
Multipurpose RoomA panel of CDS parents share their successes and failures with rules, policies, and procedures in their own homes regarding technology use.
The goal of this event is to help parents ease into the world of cell phones, texting, gaming, and social media by providing them with a toolbox full of ideas that will help them guide their children.
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The CDS VEX Robotics Club presents...
WHAT
The Carrollwood Clash
Robotics CompetitionWHEN
November 16thWHERE
CDS Gym
Interested in volunteering?
Sign up HERE
Get more info HERE
Community Engagement Fair
WHO
Parents with students needing community service hours are invited to attend the Community Engagement Fair
WHAT
The Community Engagement Fair features representatives from over 20 agencies that will share information on ways your student can get engaged
WHEN
November 8th
11:15 am - 12:30 pm
Any parents who are involved with an agency that would like to be a part of this event can complete this form.
WHAT
Class Picture Day
WHEN
December 10th
Beyond the Bell Enrichment
Catalog and Registration are NOW OPEN!
Power Hour Sessions
Session 2: October 21st - December 11th
Session 3: January 15th - March 12th
Session 4: March 26th - May 14th
Catalog and Sign Up will be done through your Veracross Parent Portal - Auxiliary Tab.
7th and 8th Grade Trip Info
If you missed the parent meetings for the 7th and 8th grade trips, you can view Mr. DeHate's presentations below.
7th Grade Keys Trip Meeting Recording
8th Grade DC Trip Meeting Recording
REGISTRATION LINKS
Register for the 7th Grade Trip HERE
Register for the 8th Grade Trip HERE
*Please note, that this year on school trips, student cellphones will be collected at night in the hotel rooms.
Attention parents and CDS supporters, visit our ONLINE SPIRIT STORE for all your spirit wear needs!
Keeping you informed and safe.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- There has been an uptick of Mycoplasma Pneumonia Infections. Read more.
- Flu Season is here! Read more.
- There has been an increase of Par B19 virus. Read more.
- FDA approves first nasal spray for treatment of anaphylaxis. Read more.
8th Grade Yearbook Ads are on sale now.
Click the "Buy My Ad" button below and make sure to select 8th grade ad under Create an Ad.
Ads are due January 6th.
Upper School
Stephen Higgins
Head of Upper School
Email me!
Join us in participating in the "Choose Love with Gratitude" movement in November, and take a moment daily to express your gratitude!
Family Community Engagement Opportunity
DATE CHANGE
WHAT
Metropolitan Ministries Volunteering
WHEN
November 2nd
8:30 - 11:30 am
Read more about several options for volunteering.
Only 20 spots available. Sign up today!
WHAT
Class Picture Day
WHEN
December 10th
WHO
Upper School Students
WHAT
Upper School students are invited to join Mr. Firestone on an all-inclusive trip to San Francisco and Los Angeles. Itinerary includes visits to iconic historical sites, theaters, museums, and more!
WHEN
January 17-21, 2025
FULL ITINERARY
PRICING AND COVERAGE
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The CDS VEX Robotics Club presents...
WHAT
The Carrollwood Clash
Robotics CompetitionWHEN
November 16thWHERE
CDS Gym
Interested in volunteering?
Sign up HERE
Get more info HERE
WHAT
11th Grade Science Collaborative Project
WHEN
Tuesday, November 19th
This date is MANDATORY for students.
Class of 2027
Boston Trip
Monday, November 18 - Thursday, November 21
Itinerary
Class of 2025
Disney World
Thursday, January 9 - Friday, January 10
Magic Kingdom & Hollywood Studios.
Cost $450 + food expenses for two lunches and one dinner (approx. $75-100) will be the students' responsibility
Registration deadline 10/31/2024
Attention parents and CDS supporters, visit our ONLINE SPIRIT STORE for all your spirit wear needs!
Senior Yearbook Ads are on sale now.
Click the "Buy My Ad" button below and make sure to select senior ad under Create an Ad.
Ads are due January 6th.
IB DIPLOMA 101
Want to learn more about the benefits of earning an IB Diploma, and missed the presentation?
You can access it now, HERE.
Beyond the Bell Enrichment
Catalog and Registration are NOW OPEN!
Power Hour Sessions
Session 2: October 21st - December 11th
Session 3: January 15th - March 12th
Session 4: March 26th - May 14th
Catalog and Sign Up will be done through your Veracross Parent Portal - Auxiliary Tab.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Make sure to subscribe to your Veracross Household calendar to ensure you don't miss an event!
Take a look at the College Counseling NEWSLETTER!
College Representative Visits to CDS Fall 2024
These dates are subject to change so check back often.
Students must register 24 hours prior to the scheduled visit as well as obtain a prepared absence form from the college counseling office and have it signed by their affected block teacher.
11th Grade College Information Night
WHEN
Tuesday, November 5th
6:45 pm
WHERE
CDS Theater
Remember to check the Senior Parent Portal page on the website for the latest senior information.
Community Engagement Fair
WHO
Parents with students needing community service hours are invited to attend the Community Engagement Fair
WHAT
The Community Engagement Fair features representatives from over 20 agencies that will share information on ways your student can get engaged
WHEN
November 8th
11:15 am - 12:30 pm
Any parents who are involved with an agency that would like to be a part of this event can complete this form.
Keeping you informed and safe.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- There has been an uptick of Mycoplasma Pneumonia Infections. Read more.
- Flu Season is here! Read more.
- There has been an increase of Par B19 virus. Read more.
- FDA approves first nasal spray for treatment of anaphylaxis. Read more.
Athletics Info & Dates
CDS Athletics uses GoFan online ticketing.
CDS GoFan page
Patriot fans can find upcoming events on the CDS GoFan page and purchase tickets quickly and easily in advance. This will save time at the gate and allow for a contactless and simple experience when fans arrive at the gym or the field.
GoFan is the official digital ticketing partner for FHSAA, and is used for playoff games in the state of Florida.
Join the 2024-2025 Carrollwood Day School Booster Club!
We are a community of parents, alumni, and friends who, in close cooperation with the CDS Athletics Department, support and encourage the passion of all Patriot Nation athletes. We are planning many exciting events for this year.
In addition, we always need volunteers to help us support all these amazing athletes. Please click the link if you would be willing to do so.
Your membership is good for the entire 2024-2025 school year so, join today!
Volunteer to help
Please put "I want to help" in the subject line of your Volunteer to Help email.
Come Support Our Senior-Athletes!
Football
November 1
Halftime
Cheer, Golf, & Cross Country
November 7
Halftime
GAME DAY MAP
MS Athletics
US Athletics Event
Key Info
Please note the following date changes for the 24/25 school year
FULL DAYS instead of ½ days or no student days
10/24
11/8
11/22
12/20
1/7
3/14
5/1
5/23
Parents, please make sure that you are logging into your Veracross profile and updating your pick-up authorization section (under your household profile) as you have different people picking up your students. CDS will not be able to release students to unauthorized personnel.
With the changing needs of technology for our students, we have updated our tech requirements for the 2024-2025 school year. If you are buying computers for holiday gifts, please take a moment to review the specifications our IT department recommends.
For the 2024-2025 school year, all student medical and sports information will be in Magnus Health. Make sure you have completed your students State Required Forms prior to the first day of school. You can access your Magnus Health account via your Veracross Parent Portal.
FOR HELP WITH
Accessing Account: Cayce French
Health Forms: CDS Nurse
Athletic Forms: Melissa Lisi
For new students, if you have not yet received a Schoology account, please contact the CDS Help Desk.
Stay Informed with SeeSaw
Seesaw is the primary communication tool used by ECC teachers. Seesaw provides a secure and safe, easy-to-use, way for students, teachers, and parents to seamlessly communicate and collaborate to enhance students’ learning and success. Seesaw is a digital portfolio that students will use to showcase what they are learning and doing at school and share with their family.
- Billing for the unlimited meal plan began on September 3rd via Veracross. Your Veracross account will be automatically charged monthly if you did not opt-out.
- The Flik Opt-out Dining Plan has three options: Pay for the year, Pay for a 25 pack, Pay by meal. All of these options are billed through Veracross billing on a monthly basis.
- To participate in the 25-pack meal plan, use the Opt-out form and select the option to participate in the 25-pack meal plan.
- The Meal Plan includes the hot food lunch line, grab and go items, salad bar, and sandwich bar. Only sides, salad bar, and deli station are unlimited visits.
- The Meal Plan does not include the food truck, the Patriot Marketplace retail items, or the smoothie machine. Those items can be purchased with your QuickCharge account or Apple Pay
- Breakfast is also available using the Quick Charge App or Apple Pay
Read more about the Flik Dining Program.
Your Veracross account will be automatically charged monthly.
To opt-out or back in, please contact the business office.
If your student has any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please fill out this form so our dining staff are aware.
FLIK Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month in September
In coordination with our Hispanic Heritage Festival on September 16th, the Flik kitchen will enjoy a "Kitchen Takeover" by Chef Julio who will be cooking up some hispanic cuisine!
NOTE ABOUT CDS TEXT MESSAGES
Please note that any texts that are sent from CDS will have "From CDS:" at the beginning of it. If you receive a text without our heading in front of it, please assume it is not from our school. Email CDS if you have any questions.
Reminder if your CDS students will be riding the bus, please fill out the 2024-2025 Transportation Agreement form.
LATE NOTICE
All late arrivals and early dismissals need to come through the elementary front office. The gate to the east lot is closed from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. for security purposes. Please enter through the main gate at the west entrance, pull through the cut through behind the Center for Innovation, and into the west lot to enter the ES office.
CDS uses two text systems to get information out to our families. Please save these numbers in your phone.
While this is an opt-out text service, please note, we use this service for reminders about class trips, meetings, etc.
EMERGENCY/SCHOOL CLOSING TEXTS
73959 (from Veracross)
REMINDER TEXTS
833.754.1170
Wonder how to subscribe to your Veracross household calendar or update your phone number in Veracross? Check out the CDS How To Video channel.
Early Dismissal and Absences should now be recorded in Veracross. Log into your Parent Portal and click the "Submit an Absence" on the right hand side.
BEARSS AVE ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL MAP
DISMISSAL REMINDERS |
CDS uses the PikMyKid app to help improve the flow of traffic during dismissal. By default, all children have been set up in the app to be picked up in carline. See page 3 of the PikMyKid Instruction packet to make adjustments to your child's dismissal plan. (These changes can be done daily or scheduled for a block of days.)
- Indicate if your child will be staying for aftercare.
- You can add other approved contacts to pick up your child. Be sure to have your non-CDS parent contacts (grandparents, nanny, etc.) set up the PikMyKid app on their smartphone as well.
- If your child is carpooling with another family, be sure to indicate that change on the applicable calendar date.
- PikMyKid Parent FAQs
CDS VIMEO CHANNEL |
Did you know that CDS has a VIMEO channel that houses all our recordings of parent coffees, event videos, and so much more?
FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
Notes from the Nurse Video Series
Questions? Please email the school nurse at nurse@carrollwooddayschool.org.
GET INVOLVED |
There are many ways to get involved at CDS. Check out iVolunteer for your options.
READ ALL ABOUT US |
Every week our CDS Community amazes us with their innovation, creativity, character, and excellence. Read some unbelievable stories about our CDS Patriots.
STRATEGIC PLAN |
Check out our 2022-2027 Strategic Plan.
The CDS Counseling Department has grown this year! Take a moment to "Meet the CDS Counselors" here to take care of your students.
MS AFTER SCHOOL STUDY HALL |
Middle School students are welcome to remain on campus after dismissal. After school policies have been established to enable students to remain on campus and participate in athletic team practices/games and other supervised after school activities. No student will be allowed to "hang out" on campus unsupervised after dismissal.
SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING |
The Safe School Helpline is not for issues that are emergencies or immediate in nature.
If there is an emergency, please call 911
then contact the CDS Security Office.
Need Support Now?
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org