Online re-enrollment of current students for the 2022-2023 school year will take place in January. Contracts for each student will be posted to your family account on My Backpack. Please go to My Backpack before January to be sure all contact information for your family is accurate and complete. If you are unable to access your account, please contact Charlotte Benziger or Cayce French.

Contracts will be posted to current families’ My Backpack accounts on January 14, 2022. You will be notified via email when your contract is available. All contracts must be completed and submitted by January 31, 2022. Based on current enrollment and applicant interest, we know that we will be full in many grades across all divisions. Places cannot be held for returning students until the completed contract, non-refundable deposit, and FACTS sign up are received. Contracts will be sent out to new students beginning February 1, 2022.

DON'T MISS OUT!
ADMISSIONS FOR CDS SIBLINGS 

Current families with children they would like to enroll at the ECC for the first time next year, should email Charlotte Benziger to start the admissions process and to place your name on the list. Families with children entering 1st grade and older can click here to begin the application process.

The administration has approved these calendar dates for the 2022-2023 school year:

Mon & Tues, Aug 15 & 16: 
MS and US Orientation (Attendance is mandatory)

Mon - Wed, Aug 15 - 17: 
ECC & Elementary Meet Your Teacher (ECC: Small group visits; Elementary: Individual meetings)

Wednesday, August 17: 
First day of classes for MS and US

Thursday, August 18: 
First day of classes for LS (ECC & Elementary)

Mon - Fri, Nov 21 - 25: 
Fall Break

Monday, December 19 - Wednesday, January 4: 
Winter Break for students

Thursday, January 5: 
Classes resume

Mon - Fri, March 13 - 17: 
Spring Break

Friday, May 26: 
Last day of school

There were two positive diagnoses last week, elementary and upper school; the individuals are  quarantining in accordance with current health guidelines.

VACCINATION CLINIC

Carrollwood Day School is pleased to partner with DeliveRxd Pharmacy to offer a second Vaccination Clinic for children and adults. Both COVID-19 vaccinations (ages 5 - adult) and seasonal flu shots will be available.

• First, second, and booster doses will be available
• Reservations are requested by Monday, January 10 to help plan for adequate supplies and staffing; required consent forms will be sent to participants after January 10th
• Participants will need to bring identification and insurance information
• If you have questions about the vaccine clinic, please feel free to contact our school nurse, Jacqueline Silvers (nurse@cdspatriots.org, 813.920.2288)

Reservations Required

Enter Your Best James Bond Video Contest!

Did you know our Gala theme for 2022 is 007?

It's your child's turn to show us THEIR best James Bond in a 30 second or less video to win:

• 1 week free dress – 1st Place Winner
• 3 days free dress – 2nd Place Winner
• 1 day free dress – 3rd Place Winner

Students can work in groups or submit individual entries.

Videos should be taken off campus.

Videos are due January 5th and should be emailed to gala@cdspatriots.org.

Be a sponsor or purchase tickets now!

More Information
SPONSORSHIPS & TICKETS

Donations for auction items are needed.  Here are the top two on our wish list:

• Condo or stay at your vacation rental.
• Tickets to sporting events

Gala Donor Contract

The CDS Online Spirit Store is where you can shop your favorite brands.  In addition to apparel you can find something for everyone from bibs to stadium seats to wall decals. 

start shopping!

Online re-enrollment of current students for the 2022-2023 school year will take place in January. Contracts will be posted to current families’ My Backpack accounts on January 14, 2022. You will be notified via email when your contract is available. All contracts must be completed and submitted by January 31, 2022. Based on current enrollment and applicant interest, we know that we will be full in many grades across all divisions. Places cannot be held for returning students until the completed contract, non-refundable deposit, and FACTS sign up are received. Contracts will be sent out to new students beginning February 1, 2022.

DON'T MISS OUT!
ADMISSIONS FOR CDS SIBLINGS 

Current families with children they would like to enroll at the ECC for the first time next year, should email Charlotte Benziger to start the admissions process and to place your name on the list. Families with children entering 1st grade and older can click here to begin the application process.

Session 3 Activities begin January 10!

It is almost time to sign up for Session 3 of our popular ECC After School activities.  

Please note that all programs have minimum and maximum enrollment numbers. Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis. These enrollment numbers vary by program.

Watch for an email with a link to sign up for Session 3 programs!  Session 3 clubs will begin the week of January 10 and conclude on March 10.

New this session:

• Brick Lab (PreK 4 & Kindergarten)
  Will meet on Tuesdays
• Weird & Wacky Science with Mrs. Beyer
  (PreK 4 & Kindergarten)
  Will meet on Fridays

Questions? Please contact Pierce Wolfinbarger, Director of Auxiliary Programs.

As we wrap up the last week before break, Lower School students can wear PJs to school on Friday!

Thursday, January 13, 2022
9:30 - 10:30 am
CDS Theatre

Jack Hartmann returns to CDS to perform a concert of his super fun learning songs for CDS prekindergarten-4 through 2nd grade classes.

Tuesday, January 25
Class Pictures

All ECC students will have their class picture taken. Kindergarten students should wear their regular school uniform for this picture.

Make Up Pictures
Students who have not had their individual pictures taken will also have the opportunity to have their school picture taken.

Enter Your Best James Bond Video Contest!

Did you know our Gala theme for 2022 is 007?

It's your child's turn to show us THEIR best James Bond in a 30 second or less video to win:

• 1 week free dress – 1st Place Winner
• 3 days free dress – 2nd Place Winner
• 1 day free dress – 3rd Place Winner

Students can work in groups or submit individual entries.

Videos should be taken off campus.

Videos are due January 5th and should be emailed to gala@cdspatriots.org.

Be a sponsor or purchase tickets now!

More Information
SPONSORSHIPS & TICKETS

Donations for auction items are needed.  Here are the top two on our wish list:

• Condo or stay at your vacation rental.
• Tickets to sporting events

Gala Donor Contract

Online re-enrollment of current students for the 2022-2023 school year will take place in January. Contracts will be posted to current families’ My Backpack accounts on January 14, 2022. You will be notified via email when your contract is available. All contracts must be completed and submitted by January 31, 2022. Based on current enrollment and applicant interest, we know that we will be full in many grades across all divisions. Places cannot be held for returning students until the completed contract, non-refundable deposit, and FACTS sign up are received. Contracts will be sent out to new students beginning February 1, 2022.

DON'T MISS OUT!
ADMISSIONS FOR CDS SIBLINGS 

Current families with children they would like to enroll at the ECC for the first time next year, should email Charlotte Benziger to start the admissions process and to place your name on the list. Families with children entering 1st grade and older can click here to begin the application process.

Session 3 Activities begin Monday, January 10th!

It is time to sign up for Session 3 of our popular After School activities.  

Please note that all programs have minimum and maximum enrollment numbers. Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis. These enrollment numbers vary by program.

Sign up today for these programs! Click below to register.  Session 3 clubs will begin the week of January 10 and conclude on March 10.

Check out these new programs:

Mondays:

• Coding & Computer Science with Mr. Hayes
  3rd - 5th grade
• Oculus 2 (Virtual Reality) Club with Mrs. Broyles
  6th - 8th grade

Tuesdays:

• Graphic Design
  3rd-5th grade

Wednesdays:

• Tinker Club with Ms. Gochoco
  1st - 5th grade

Thursdays:

• Fashion Studio
  1st - 5th grade
• Whitehat Hacking & Cybersecurity
  3rd - 5th grade

Fridays:

• Canvas Painting Club
  1st - 5th grade

Questions? Please contact Pierce Wolfinbarger, Director of Auxiliary Programs.

SIGN UP TODAY!

• Tuesday, January 18
  3rd grade field trip to Henry Plant Museum
  9:30 am - 2:30 pm
  Students may purchase box lunches from Flik.

As we wrap up the last week before break, Lower School students can wear PJs to school on Friday!

Beginning January 10th, students in grades 1 -5 will be taking their winter round of MAP testing, Measures of Academic Progress™ (MAP), for this school year.  We give students MAP tests a minimum of twice a year (fall & spring) to determine each child's instructional level and to measure academic growth throughout the school year, as well as from year to year, in the areas of reading and math. This year, we have decided to administer an additional test mid-year (winter testing) for all 1st through 5th-grade students to monitor the closing of the COVID-19 gap from previous years.

More Information

Thursday, January 20
Class Pictures 

All elementary students in grades 1 through 5 should wear their regular school uniform to school. Students will need to wear their collared CDS uniform polo for their class picture - NO SWEATSHIRTS, SWEATPANTS or PE uniforms, please. Students who have PE should wear their regular uniform to school and bring their PE uniform to change into after their pictures.

Make Up Pictures
Students who have not had their individual pictures taken will also have the opportunity to have their school picture taken on Thursday, January 20.

Enter Your Best James Bond Video Contest!

Did you know our Gala theme for 2022 is 007?

It's your child's turn to show us THEIR best James Bond in a 30 second or less video to win:

• 1 week free dress – 1st Place Winner
• 3 days free dress – 2nd Place Winner
• 1 day free dress – 3rd Place Winner

Students can work in groups or submit individual entries.

Videos should be taken off campus.

Videos are due January 5th and should be emailed to gala@cdspatriots.org.

Be a sponsor or purchase tickets now!

More Information
SPONSORSHIPS & TICKETS

Donations for auction items are needed.  Here are the top two on our wish list:

• Condo or stay at your vacation rental.
• Tickets to sporting events

Gala Donor Contract

Please remember that Lower School students are not permitted to use cell phones or smart watches during the school day for any reason. The devices need to remain off and in backpacks while on campus, including in after school programs. If a student needs to contact parents (or vice versa), then Miss Vicki in the front office is the appropriate channel. Thank you for your support as we help our students remain focused on their school day!

Online re-enrollment of current students for the 2022-2023 school year will take place in January. Contracts will be posted to current families’ My Backpack accounts on January 14, 2022. You will be notified via email when your contract is available. All contracts must be completed and submitted by January 31, 2022. Based on current enrollment and applicant interest, we know that we will be full in many grades across all divisions. Places cannot be held for returning students until the completed contract, non-refundable deposit, and FACTS sign up are received. Contracts will be sent out to new students beginning February 1, 2022.

Session 3 Activities begin Monday, January 10th!

It is time to sign up for Session 3 of our popular After School activities.  

Please note that all programs have minimum and maximum enrollment numbers. Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis. These enrollment numbers vary by program.

Sign up today for these programs! Click below to register.  Session 3 clubs will begin the week of January 10 and conclude on March 10.

Check out these offerings for middle school students:

Mondays:

• Oculus 2 (Virtual Reality) Club with Mrs. Broyles
  6th - 8th grade
• Beginning Band with Mrs. Callahan and Mr, Mayo
  5th & 6th grade

Wednesdays:

• Statz Chess Club
  1st - 8th grade

Thursdays:

• Young Authors' Club
  3rd - 8th grade

Questions? Please contact Pierce Wolfinbarger, Director of Auxiliary Programs.

SIGN UP TODAY!

8th Grade Washington DC Trip 
March 22-25, 2022

As a reminder, our 8th grade trip to Washington D.C. is coming up! Final balances are due January 6, 2022. You can bring your accounts current by calling Customer Service at 1-800-468-5899, paying online at
www.worldstrides.com, or overnighting payments to the address listed on your invoice. 

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Mr. Holtsclaw or Dr. Sandoval. In January, Mr. Holtsclaw will be sending out more information about the trip along with the necessary paperwork to be completed. We look forward to your son or daughter joining us in D.C.! 

MYP Coffee - Approaches to Learning
Wednesday, January 12
8:30 - 9:30 am
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center

Join Ms. McCartney (MYP Coordinator), Ms. Killion (MS Learning Specialist), and Mrs. Hollingsworth (US Learning Specialist) for a program focused on understanding the MYP Approaches to Learning (ATL) Skills and how they form the foundation for successful learning.

All middle school students, permitted to participate, will attend a class on Human Growth and Development at CDS on January 10, 2022. Health educators from St. Joseph's Children's Advocacy Center will teach these classes. Each grade level will be provided age appropriate information on physical and emotional changes during adolescence. Boys and girls will be in separate classrooms for each presentation.

These sessions are for students only. CDS teachers and/or counselor will be present at all sessions. These programs are intended to enhance the role parents and guardians have in teaching and guiding children by providing students with a factual understanding of their own sexuality in a time when sexual matters are dealt with very openly in our society. Parents are encouraged to share with children their own family's moral and religious values. The school program will not assume to go beyond giving factual information within generally accepted societal values.

Presentation Content

• 6th Grade – Topics to be covered: Male and female social, emotional, and physical changes through puberty. Conception will be introduced.
• 7th Grade – Topics to be covered: Conception will be discussed more deeply. Boundaries and relationships will be discussed with a focus on abstinence. Birth control will not be discussed unless a direct question is asked.
• 8th Grade – Topics to be covered: Sexually transmitted diseases and infections (STDs and STIs), risk factors, and pregnancy.

All students will automatically attend this presentation; however, if you would like your child to be excused, please click below to complete the opt-out form. [All opt-out responses must be received by Friday, January 7th, 2022]. You may contact Dan Holtsclaw, Assistant Head of Middle School at dholtsclaw@cdspatriots.org or 813-920-2288 x442 with any questions or concerns.

Opt Out Form

Enter Your Best James Bond Video Contest!

Did you know our Gala theme for 2022 is 007?

It's your child's turn to show us THEIR best James Bond in a 30 second or less video to win:

• 1 week free dress – 1st Place Winner
• 3 days free dress – 2nd Place Winner
• 1 day free dress – 3rd Place Winner

Students can work in groups or submit individual entries.

Videos should be taken off campus.

Videos are due January 5th and should be emailed to gala@cdspatriots.org.

Be a sponsor or purchase tickets now!

More Information
SPONSORSHIPS & TICKETS

Donations for auction items are needed.  Here are the top two on our wish list:

• Condo or stay at your vacation rental.
• Tickets to sporting events

Gala Donor Contract

Buy an 8th grade tribute ad online at yearbookforever.com. Ad space is limited. Once the space is filled, no more ads will be accepted. So order early!

Instructions for Ad Submission

Florida State Statutes 1003.22 and 1002.44 require schools perform scoliosis screening to students in grade six.

Our school nurse will provide these screenings during the month of January 2022. 

To opt out of this screening, you will need to complete and sign the electronic opt-out form through Magnus* by January 10, 2022.

If you have concerns or questions, please contact your child's primary health care provider or our school nurse, Jackie Silvers (nurse@cdspatriots.org), during regular school hours. 

Scoliosis Screening Procedure

Online re-enrollment of current students for the 2022-2023 school year will take place in January. Contracts will be posted to current families’ My Backpack accounts on January 14, 2022. You will be notified via email when your contract is available. All contracts must be completed and submitted by January 31, 2022. Based on current enrollment and applicant interest, we know that we will be full in many grades across all divisions. Places cannot be held for returning students until the completed contract, non-refundable deposit, and FACTS sign up are received. Contracts will be sent out to new students beginning February 1, 2022.

January 11, 2022
Depart CDS by bus at 9:30 am - return at 2:30 pm
Sacred Heart Church - North Campus

The Tampa Police Department, The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, Sacred Heart Church, and Guided Path Foundation will host a multi-agency Homeless Outreach Event providing a variety of on-site social services, clothing, food, haircuts and medical screenings.  Location:  Sacred Heart North Campus

10 JUNIORS or SENIORS needed to assist at this event.

MUST BE IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING

Sign up here  

10th Grade Leadership Summit
Wednesday, January 5
8:15 am - 2:30 pm
(Dismissal will be at 3:30 pm)
Elementary Multi-Purpose Room

CDS is excited to host facilitators from the Ceceilyn Miller Institute to kick off the second semester with an exciting, interactive day of fun, learning and leadership development. All 10th grade students are expected to attend. Students need to report to the Elementary Multi-Purpose room by 8:15 am for attendance; the program will run through 2:30 pm.

This highly interactive workshop will explore skills needed for students to become our future caring leaders. Expert facilitators will lead us through a series of experiential activities designed to establish an understanding of Relational Leadership. Participants will understand how their interactions and relationships with others impact the culture and climate of CDS.

This opportunity aligns directly with the mission of the International Baccalaureate; to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect and is designed to be the foundation for further cross-curricular learning throughout the semester.

Students will attend their 4th period "D Block" class following the summit. Dismissal will be at the regular time: 3:30 pm.

For questions or further information, please contact Krista Diamond, Director of Community Wellness at 813-0920-2288 x434 or KDiamond@CDSPatriots.org

Enter Your Best James Bond Video Contest!

Did you know our Gala theme for 2022 is 007?

It's your child's turn to show us THEIR best James Bond in a 30 second or less video to win:

• 1 week free dress – 1st Place Winner
• 3 days free dress – 2nd Place Winner
• 1 day free dress – 3rd Place Winner

Students can work in groups or submit individual entries.

Videos should be taken off campus.

Videos are due January 5th and should be emailed to gala@cdspatriots.org.

Be a sponsor or purchase tickets now!

More Information
SPONSORSHIPS & TICKETS

Donations for auction items are needed.  Here are the top two on our wish list:

• Condo or stay at your vacation rental.
• Tickets to sporting events

Gala Donor Contract

This program is open to students in Grades 10 & 11.

The college counseling department at Carrollwood Day School is excited to offer standardized test prep opportunities during second semester for both the ACT and SAT with two professional test prep tutors, Mr. Evan Jones and Mrs. Mary Schroeder at CDS for any 10th or 11th grade student! 

All sessions will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:15-8:20 am at CDS beginning in January/February 2022, and students will have three choices for a test preparation program: 

• SAT Test Prep
• ACT Test Prep
• Combined SAT & ACT Prep

more information

Enrollment is limited to 24 students!
Don't miss out!

SIGN UP TODAY!

Students in grades 9 & 10 will be taking their winter round of MAP testing, Measures of Academic Progress™ (MAP), on January 10 - 13.  We give students MAP tests a minimum of twice a year (fall & spring) to determine each child's instructional level and to measure academic growth throughout the school year, as well as from year to year, in the areas of reading and math. This year, we have decided to administer an additional test mid-year (winter testing) for all 1st through 5th-grade students to monitor the closing of the COVID-19 gap from previous years.

More Information

Wednesday, January 19

Students in grades 9 - 11 should wear their regular school uniform to school. Students will need to wear their collared CDS uniform polo for their class picture - NO SWEATSHIRTS, ATHLETIC JERSEYS, SPIRIT SHIRTS or PE uniforms, please. Students who have PE should wear their regular uniform to school and bring their PE uniform to change into after their pictures.

Seniors have a special dress day for their pictures. They are not required to wear their uniform to school on Wednesday. Seniors may wear CDS-appropriate business casual dress for their class photo. A senior class photo in college shirts will be taken in the spring.

Make Up Pictures
Students who have not had their individual pictures taken will also have the opportunity to have their school picture taken on Thursday, January 20 in the Elementary Multi-Purpose Room.

Senior Safety Series Speaker
Tuesday, January 11

During second semester, CDS hosts a series of speakers to provide seniors with information and tools they will need to be safe and smart as they prepare for the opportunities, independence, and challenges of college life and adulthood.

The first speaker will be Officer Mahabir from the Tampa Police Department to talk about crowd safety.  Additional programs include:

• February 9: Assault Prevention | Tampa Bay Crisis Center
• February 15 & 16: Finances and Budgeting | Lindsey Montague
• March 1: Hazing Prevention | Guest Speaker: Lianne Kowiak
• March 29: Mental Health / Building your support network at college | Center for Student Well-Being, USF
• TBD: Self Defense

ORDER GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS

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SENIOR YEARBOOK ADS

Buy a Seninor tribute ad online at yearbookforever.com. Ad space is limited. Once the space is filled, no more ads will be accepted. So order early!

Instructions for Ad Submission

Mr. McGrath has made a refresher course video with tips and tricks on how to use PikMyKid. (Click on the image below to watch the video.)

Middle School teachers offer FLEX support/help sessions before school, during lunch, and after school. Click the link below to find charts with morning and afternoon help sessions for the arts and academics.

MIDDLE SCHOOL FLEX SCHEDULE

CDS believes some of the best learning happens outside the classroom. Middle School students can choose from a variety of clubs to create enthusiasm for learning while building creativity, imagination and positive social skills. 

MS ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES

All members of the CDS community: faculty and staff, parents, and students, have a shared responsibility to keep our school in good health by committing to adhere to school policies and public health directives both in and out of school. To prevent early dismissals, classroom closings, building closings, and potential school wide closing we ask all stakeholders to comply with our sick day guidelines.

CDS SICK DAY POLICY

If your child becomes ill or is injured at school, it is imperative that we are able to get in touch with you or your designated contact person immediately. Please inform the office if there is a change in your emergency contact or procedure, even if the change is just for one day.

The Lower School offers early morning care beginning at 7:30 am and an after care program until 6:00 pm daily. 
(There is no fee for early drop-off at the Bearss Avenue campus; there is a fee for all other extended day programs.)

Please be mindful of these hours and drop-off and pick-up your children only during these hours.

ECC students may also be dropped off at 7:30 am at the Bearss Avenue campus with their siblings. Parents can register their ECC children to ride the shuttle bus between the Bearss Avenue campus and the Early Childhood Campus. There is a fee for the shuttle bus service.

Here is  a sample schedule for After Care at the ECC:

2:15 pm
Aftercare begins

• Counselors will escort students outside for outdoor free play.
• Physical distancing will be required.

3:00 pm
Snack

3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Indoor free play

• Students will be split into cohorts by grade.
• Individual games will  be provided to the students.
• Supplies will not be shared.
• Physical distancing will be required.

6:00 pm
Aftercare ends

Rainy Day Plan
Students will start out in designated classrooms, per grade, where they will engage in indoor activities such as dance with "go noodle."

Here is  a sample schedule for After Care at the Bearss Avenue campus:

3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Dismissal - All students dismiss from their class room

3:30 pm
Aftercare begins.

• Aftercare counselors will report to their assigned elementary grade level suite to start aftercare. Students are asked to remain within their grade level suite and use their designated classroom bathroom, if necessary. Activities and games can be played within the grade level suite. Physical distancing required.
• Homework can be done by the student in their classrooms. Counselors will be there to help assist, if needed.

4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Snack/Outdoor time for all grades

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

• Each grade level will rotate into the multipurpose room to participate in a craft related to our weekly theme, led by Ariana Cruz, Auxiliary and Summer Programs Assistant.
• Outdoor time, by grade level, is an option.

6:00 pm
Aftercare ends.

Rainy Day Plan

• Students will start out in their grade level suite, per usual. Homework is encouraged between the time of 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm.
• At 4:00 pm students will be led to the multipurpose room for a movie. Social distancing will be required.

Schoology is a web-based learning management system that  provides a secure and safe, easy-to-use, way for teachers, students, parents, and administrators to seamlessly communicate and collaborate to enhance students’ learning and success.

The access codes and instructions for creating parent Schoology accounts will be sent home with MS and US students. 

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College Counseling is thrilled to invite upper school students to visit them in their spacious new suite on the renovated first floor of the main building.

College Rep visits have begun and students in grades 10-12 are invited to attend these session.

Please check the College Counseling calendar each week on this page for a schedule of upcoming visits. Students must register on Naviance as well as obtain permission from their teacher to attend. Registration closes 24 hours prior to the visit.

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. 

Once Seesaw is activated for this school year, returning families will use their same account. Access codes and instructions for creating parent Seesaw accounts will be sent home to new ECC parents during the first two weeks of school. Here is a quick introduction to how Seesaw will connect you to your child's learning and classroom!

Middle School and Upper School students are welcome to remain on campus after dismissal. After school policies have been established to enable students to remain on campus after school and participate in athletic team practices/games and other supervised afterschool activities. No student will be allowed to "hang out" on campus unsupervised after dismissal. Students who are not participating in an athletic team practice session are not allowed to be in the gymnasium or fitness center after school. These facilities are fully booked by the athletic teams.

Supervision for Middle School students will begin at 3:00 pm. Supervision for Upper School students begins at 3:30 pm. Following dismissal, all students must be in an extracurricular activity (working with a teacher, attending an after school program, athletic team practice, drama/music rehearsal, etc.) or report to the MS Study Hall which is held in the MS Student Lounge and Design Tech classrooms or to the US Student Lounge for US Study Hall. Teachers staffing study hall this year are Mr. Jannereth and Ms. Polezhaeva.

• There is no charge for students to attend the MS/US After School Study Hall.
• Normal study hall hours are until 6:00 pm every school day.
• All students reporting to MS/US study hall must sign in and sign out.
  • Students will be allowed to sign themselves out of study hall when their ride home arrives or to go to a sports event; parents will not need to come in to sign out their child. Parents should call or text students once they have arrived on campus. Some cell service does not work inside the school building; if you are unable to contact your child directly, parents should call the school (813.920.2288) and the Welcome Center will notify the study hall supervisor to dismiss your child.
  • Once a child is signed out of study hall, he/she will not be allowed to return. Once children are signed out of study hall, they will no longer be supervised by CDS faculty.
• The expectation is for a "quiet" study hall, but the teacher supervising may allow exceptions for groups working together on school projects or assignments.
• Study hall areas must be left as clean as found.
• All school rules/policies apply during study hall hours. Behavior issues will be reported to the parent. Repeated behavior issues will be referred to the Middle School administration.

Questions? Please contact Mr. Jannereth, MS/US After School Study Hall Coordinator.

Flik serves scratch prepared entrees, including a vegetarian option, a daily grill special, chef prepared specialty salads, and deli sandwiches with in-house roasted deli meats.  Breakfast is  available every day beginning at 7:30 a.m. and fresh fruit, yogurt parfaits, assorted snacks and beverages are available for purchase during MS and US snack breaks.

Cash is not accepted in the lunch line. 

Be sure to set up a declining balance account for ALL students!

• Flik uses a no-cash system. ECC, Elementary, Middle School, and Upper School parents can set up and fund a payment account for each child at MySchoolBucks.com for daily purchases made through the cafeteria line. (ECC and elementary lunches ordered on Nutrislice are also paid for using the MySchoolBucks account.) To create accounts, parents must enter their child's name and birthdate. Accounts can be funded three ways:
  • Make a one-time payment
  • Set up autopay
  • Send a check payable to "Flik" to the school office 
  • If a student's account becomes overdrawn, the student will be served a Sunbutter and jelly sandwich for $3.50 which will be deducted from the student's account balance. We recommend that parents set up auto pay on their MySchoolBucks.com account to ensure their children get to have the lunch of their choice.