11/30/23
November 30, 2023
INFORMATION FOR ALL DIVISIONS
Family Volunteer Day!
WHEN
Saturday, January 13, 2024
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
WHERE
WaterWorks Park
1701 N. Highland Ave.
WHO
Students in grade 5 and above can volunteer with their parents. Click here for more info.
Reach out to CDS Community Engagement Coordinator, Shelly Hollingsworth with any questions.
Mark your calendars for
NO POWER HOUR DAYS
December 20th
January 10th
(1st day back from break)
1st semester report cards will be available on your Veracross Portal in mid-January.
WHAT
CDS Safety Series: Addiction & Recovery with speaker Adam Schwartz
WHEN
Friday, December 1st
Parent Presentation: 8:00 am
WHERE
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
WHO
All Adult CDS Community Members
Did You Miss It?
As our students navigate a technologically connected world, it is becoming increasingly important to educate, teach, and model healthy online habits. If you missed Lori Smith's Digital Citizenship presentation, please click below.
Have you seen the Hillsborough County Sheriff Officer assisting in the morning on Bearss Avenue with our traffic? This was made possible with donations to the Annual Giving Program.
We thank YOU for helping make an immediate impact for a safer Patriot Nation!
- ECC
- Elementary
- Middle School
- Upper School
- Athletics Info & Dates
- Key Info
- Patriot Nation Community Connection
- Archived Thursday Folders
ECC
Dawn Wilson
Head of Lower School
Email me!
WHAT
ECC Movie Night showing the Grinch
WHO
ECC Families
WHEN
Friday, December 8th at 5:30 pm
WHERE
Wagner Athletic Complex
Bring blankets, chairs, and a suggested donation of a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. Dress in PJs or Who-Clothing and celebrate the season with pizza, hot cocoa, activities, and more surprises.
SAVE THE DATES!
Monday, January 29, 2024 - Friday, February 2, 2024
This is an annual event for grandparents/grandfriends to spend time on campus with their grandchild. More details to come with the specific schedule and program.
Toddlers & PreK 3 - January 29th
PreK 4 - January 30th
Middle/Upper - January 31st
Kindergarten - February 1st
Elementary - February 2nd
WHAT
Virtual workshop on the book Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents by Reid Wilson & Lynn Lyons
WHEN
Thursday, December 7
12:00 pm
WHERE
Virtual Link
WHO
ECC and ES Parents
Parents can attend without having read the book, but reading it before the meeting would be helpful. We will discuss and learn strategies for managing anxiety so that your child can be more independent and manage worries in a healthy way.
In Case You Missed It!
Presentations & documents from the Parent Education Series events are all on our Vimeo channel.
FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
Tips to keep healthy during the holiday season!
American Academy of Pediatrics Tips
Tips to maintain a routine through the busy holiday season
CDS is excited to roll out the 2023-2024 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
New membership levels for every division.
We have recently expanded our use of PikMyKid to more accurately reflect where students are after 3 p.m.
If you receive a notification that your child has been checked into aftercare, this is not a change in placement for your child and it will not change your delegation for pick-up, etc., it it simply being used to more accurately represent the location of each student after the school day. Should you have any questions or concerns about this functionality, please email Dawn Wilson.
Connections Matter at CDS!
Elementary
Dawn Wilson
Head of Lower School
Email me!
2023 - 2024
Elementary School Key Dates
Michael P.
1st Grade
We're so glad you're a CDS Patriot!
SAVE THE DATE!
This is an annual event for grandparents/grandfriends to spend time on campus with their grandchild. More details to come with the specific schedule and program.
Toddlers & PreK 3 - January 29th
PreK 4 - January 30th
Middle/Upper - January 31st
Kindergarten - February 1st
Elementary - February 2nd
WHAT
Virtual workshop on the book Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents by Reid Wilson & Lynn Lyons
WHEN
Thursday, December 7
12:00 pm
WHERE
Virtual Link
WHO
ECC and ES Parents
Parents can attend without having read the book, but reading it before the meeting would be helpful. We will discuss and learn strategies for managing anxiety so that your child can be more independent and manage worries in a healthy way.
In Case You Missed It!
Presentations & documents from the Parent Education Series events are all on our Vimeo channel.
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.
We have recently expanded our use of PikMyKid to more accurately reflect where students are after 3 p.m.
If you receive a notification that your child has been checked into aftercare, this is not a change in placement for your child and it will not change your delegation for pick-up, etc., it it simply being used to more accurately represent the location of each student after the school day. Should you have any questions or concerns about this functionality, please email Dawn Wilson.
FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
Tips to keep healthy during the holiday season!
American Academy of Pediatrics Tips
Tips to maintain a routine through the busy holiday season
Connections Matter at CDS!
A NOTE FROM ELEMENTARY
The elementary office is not regularly staffed after 4:00 pm daily. Access to the building can be gained through International Square or the Multi-purpose Room.
CDS is excited to roll out the 2023-2024 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
New membership levels for every division.
Middle School
Chuck Maddox
Head of Middle School
Email me!
2023 - 2024
Middle School Key Dates
MS CONTACTS |
Ever wonder who to call for what? Here is a quick and easy Middle School Contact Card.
Accepting Donations Through December 7th!
CDS Junior Beta Club is partnering with Joshua House for a Holiday Toy Drive. The Joshua House is a local non-profit organization that houses and supports children in the foster care system.
HOW TO DONATE:
- Sign up on this form and indicate you will purchase a certain item for a child. Then bring the item to school before December 7th.
- Purchase an item directly from the JH Amazon wishlist. That item will be sent directly to JH.
- Donate any unwrapped toy, book or item for a youth (ages range from infant to 17) and bring it to International Square.
All items will be dropped off at Joshua House on 12/7.
Round Square 8th Grade Parents Meeting
WHEN
Tuesday, December 12
8:00 am
WHERE
Multipurpose Room
WHO
8th Grade Parents
We are excited to offer a conference opportunity at Lanheim Amersee school in Germany. The trip will be April 7-17, 2024.
SAVE THE DATE!
This is an annual event for grandparents/grandfriends to spend time on campus with their grandchild. More details to come with the specific schedule and program.
Toddlers & PreK 3 - January 29th
PreK 4 - January 30th
Middle/Upper - January 31st
Kindergarten - February 1st
Elementary - February 2nd
6th Grade Space Coast Trip
Date Change - January 18-19, 2024
Parent Meeting Recording
Sign-up Link - Deadline November 30th
7th Grade Keys Trip
Parent Meeting Recording
Trip Flyer
8th Grade D.C. Trip
Parent Meeting Recording
Trip Flyer
FLEX TIME |
Middle school is a wonderful time for exploration and discovery, and students are encouraged to try something new. From Model UN, Math Counts, and Art Club, the Middle School FLEX (Flexible Learning EXperiences) Program offers something for everyone.
FLEX activities meet before school, during lunch, and after school and are for students to get academic assistance. Parents should email teachers, club sponsors, or MS Learning Specialist, Aliya Killion with any questions.
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.
FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
Tips to keep healthy during the holiday season!
American Academy of Pediatrics Tips
Tips to maintain a routine through the busy holiday season
It's time to buy your 8th Grade Yearbook Ad!
Ad Sales will run September 1st - January 3rd.
Don't miss the opportunity to purchase an ad for your senior in this year's yearbook. For the Class of 2028, we are offering a ¼ page option.
8th grade ads are listed as "Business Ads"
CDS is excited to roll out the 2023-2024 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
New membership levels for every division.
Connections Matter at CDS!
Upper School
December 2023 Midterm Exam Schedule
Monday, December 18 - Friday, December 22
CLICK FOR DETAILED SCHEDULE
Stephen Higgins
Head of Upper School
Email me!
2023 - 2024
Upper School Key Dates
Please join the College Counseling team for our December coffee event.
WHAT
All About College Scholarships
WHEN
Thursday, December 7th
8:45 am in the Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
WHY
Paying for college is on everyone's mind. Please join us as we discuss how colleges award scholarships, and what scholarships are available.
Join the CDS Upper School Art Department on an adventure out west
WHO
9th - 12th Graders
WHEN
Saturday, January 6th - Tuesday, January 9th
COST
Approximately $2,500
SAVE THE DATE!
This is an annual event for grandparents/grandfriends to spend time on campus with their grandchild. More details to come with the specific schedule and program.
Toddlers & PreK 3 - January 29th
PreK 4 - January 30th
Middle/Upper - January 31st
Kindergarten - February 1st
Elementary - February 2nd
Students not attending the field trip do not have to be at school.
10th Grade Boston Trip
When: April 9 - 12, 2024
Itinerary
Parent Meeting Recording
CDS is excited to roll out the 2023-2024 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
New membership levels for every division.
SCUBA CLUB INTEREST MEETING
WHAT
This session is for parents, guardians, and students interested in learning more about our new club. We will introduce our partners, Adventure Outfitters of Tampa Dive Company and discuss club goals, expectations, dive locations, dates, certification options, how to sign up for trips and certifications, pricing, and more!
WHEN
In-person on Monday, December 11th @ 6:00 pm
or
Virtually on Wednesday, December 13th @ 1:00 pm
RSVP HERE
Zoom links and calendar invites will be sent to participants closer to the meeting. Questions? Please contact Mr. Harry Powers.
There are numerous academic clubs and organizations our upper school students can join.
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.
FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
Tips to keep healthy during the holiday season!
American Academy of Pediatrics Tips
Tips to maintain a routine through the busy holiday season
Remember to check the Senior Parent Portal page on the website for the latest senior information.
It's time to buy your Senior Yearbook Ad!
Ad Sales will run September 1st - January 3rd.
Don't miss the opportunity to purchase an ad for your senior in this year's yearbook. For the Class of 2024, we are offering two different sizes: Full and ½ page options.
WHAT
11th Grade Science Collaborative Project
WHEN
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Connections Matter at CDS!
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.
CDS is excited about the 2023-2024 Carrollwood Day School Booster Club!
We will offer three windows for membership. The first window is from now until the first home football game, on October 6th. We will open again for a two-week window for winter sports and again in the spring.
Your membership is good for your family for the entire 2023-2024 school year so,
MS Athletics
US Athletics Event
Key Info
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. Moving forward, CDS will not be able to release students to unauthorized personnel.
For the 2023-2024 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: Jill Bondurant
For new students, if you have not yet received a Schoology account, please contact Ms. Benziger in the Admissions office.
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?
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.
MESSAGE FROM FLIK DINING
Students with zero or negative balances on their Flik account will not be allowed to purchase snacks.
A MESSAGE FROM FLIK |
Flik serves scratch prepared lunches to students in all divisions. You can also order FLIK lunches for some field trips.
Reminder if your CDS students will be riding the bus, please fill out the 2023-2024 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.
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
Per your 2023-2024 CDS enrollment agreement, all Do Not Photo requests must be made to the CDS Marketing Department. If you do not want your child to be photographed during the school year please fill out the Do Not Photo request.
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
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.
US AFTER SCHOOL STUDY HALL |
Upper 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.
SEESAW FOR LOWER SCHOOL |
Stay Informed with SeeSaw
Seesaw is the primary communication tool used by Elementary and 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.
WE NEED YOUR HELP! |
Ever wonder how you can get involved and help at CDS? iVolunteer is where you'll find numerous opportunities. From events to classroom activities, it's all there. It takes a village!
GET SOCIAL! |
CDS has partnered with The Social Institute (TSI), the leader in empowering students to navigate their social world -- online and offline-- to fuel their health, happiness, and future success.
Set up a free TSI account to get a Parent Toolkit.
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.
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.
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