2/8/24
February 8, 2024
INFORMATION FOR ALL DIVISIONS
The Patriot Gala
March 2, 2024
Get your tickets today!
Ticket sales end on February 15th.
And don't forget your Golden Ticket for your chance to win an AMAZING vacation! Only 100 tickets will be sold.
DONATIONS NEEDED
Middle School: Wine donations are being collected in morning carline Thursday, February 8th ($25 and up please)
Upper School: Any unused gift cards are being collected in morning carline Tuesday, February 6th & Thursday, February 8th
Black History Month - A Balanced Perspective
CDS will be celebrating black artists, athletes, entrepreneurs, and scholars all month with visitors, activities, and education. Thursday, February 8th, middle and upper school will have a food truck fair showcasing black-owned businesses. Please bring cash/credit to support these amazing vendors.
CDS Celebrates Lunar New Year!
Monday, February 12th
We are so excited to hold our second CDS Lunar New Year Street Festival along the Elementary Courtyard. With games, performances, and education about how celebration is done around the world, this will be a wonderful day!
We are looking for volunteers to help.
CHECK OUT THE SUMMER AT CDS BROCHURE
Registration is open this week for CDS families only! After this week, it will be open to the public.
Register today and secure your spots!
SESSION 3 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
The dates will be February 26th to May 10th.
Bearss Catalog
Bearss Registration
FRIDAY | 6:00 PM
Come support our CDS Varsity Boys Soccer Team on their "Road to State!"
The Booster Club Pop-Up Shop will be open and will have a special deal. If you spend at least $20 at the Pop-Up Shop, you will receive a Chick-Fil-A sandwich for FREE! You can also purchase a Chick-Fil-A sandwich while supplies last. There will be FREE giveaways at the pop-up shop for every student.
PARKING INFO
REMINDER
No School on February 16th & 19th
- 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!
SAVE THE DATE
February 9th
6:30 - 8:30 pm
CDS Hayes Family Gymnasium
K-5th Grade Families
$25 Today/$30 at the Door
Get your tickets today!
IB Learner Profile Art Contest
BALANCED
Submissions due February 20, 2024
As an International Baccalaureate School, Carrollwood Day School invites all of our students to participate in the IB Learner Profile Art Contest! This year we are asking students to depict what they think “balanced” looks like in an artistic form.
In Case You Missed It!
Presentations & documents from the Parent Education Series events are all on our Vimeo channel.
Next Wednesday for Valentine's Day, wear your favorite festive shirt with CDS bottoms.
Read about how the CDS Counseling Department is implementing Social-Emotional Learning in the classroom!
As many of our students are getting colds and/or the flu during the school year, we would greatly appreciate your assistance in preventing the spread of illnesses at school. Please help us teach your children health habits to protect themselves as well as others. Here are some helpful guidelines to keep your child healthy:
- Plenty of rest and nutritious foods are needed.
- Do not eat or drink from the same utensil or container after someone else.
- Keep hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
- When coughing or sneezing, cover the nose and mouth by coughing or sneezing into a tissue or bent elbow.
- Practice frequent hand washing with soap and water, or with hand sanitizer. This is the best way to prevent the spread of germs! Wash hands for at least 20 seconds.
Elementary
REMINDER
Parents are welcome to come to Morning Opening on Mondays and Fridays at 8 a.m. Parents who attend are asked to stand behind the seated students to ensure our classes can participate in the assembly without distraction.
Dawn Wilson
Head of Lower School
Email me!
2023 - 2024
Elementary School Key Dates
IB Learner Profile Art Contest
BALANCED
Submissions due February 20, 2024
As an International Baccalaureate School, Carrollwood Day School invites all of our students to participate in the IB Learner Profile Art Contest! This year we are asking students to depict what they think “balanced” looks like in an artistic form.
Get ready for a night of Hollywood Glam!
February 9th
6:30 - 8:30 pm
CDS Hayes Family Gymnasium
K-5th Grade Families
$25 Today/$30 at the Door
Get your tickets today!
Leave the kids with us for a night of fun and enjoy a night out for a good cause!
February 15th
6:00 - 10:00 pm
CDS Hayes Family Gymnasium
1st - 5th Graders
More Info
All proceeds go to the support of Blood Cancer Research!
CDS Family Volunteer Opportunity at Feeding Tampa Bay
WHEN
April 13th
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
WHERE
Feeding Tampa Bay
WHO
Students in grades 5 - 12 are welcome. Students in grades 5 - 7 must have a parent with them
Please complete THIS FORM. Event is limited to 25 participants.
In Case You Missed It!
Presentations & documents from the Parent Education Series events are all on our Vimeo channel.
Read about how the CDS Counseling Department is implementing Social-Emotional Learning in the classroom!
Next Wednesday for Valentine's Day, wear your favorite festive shirt with CDS bottoms.
Mark your calendars for a
COMMUNITY PARTNER PARENT WORKSHOP
Erica DuPont, LCSW and owner of ProTherapy Plus, will host a Parent Workshop via ZOOM. Ms. DuPont has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families. Many of the adults that she works with struggle with finding balance in their life. The session will be informational with time for Q&A's. What Do You Want To Know?
WHEN
March 1, 2024
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
WHO
Lower and Middle School Parents
RSVP today and provide input on topics that would be most helpful for you!
5th Graders are going on a Round Square trip!
We are excited to offer our first opportunity for Grade 5 students to join a Round Square conference and visit some areas of significance and beauty in England.
WHEN
June 2 - 10, 2024
WHERE
Westfield School in Newcastle, UK
WHO
Six 5th Grade Student, each with one parent/guardian
Spring Sports Registration is OPEN!
Sign up for volleyball or track & field.
Spring Sport Registration
As many of our students are getting colds and/or the flu during the school year, we would greatly appreciate your assistance in preventing the spread of illnesses at school. Please help us teach your children health habits to protect themselves as well as others. Here are some helpful guidelines to keep your child healthy:
- Plenty of rest and nutritious foods are needed.
- Do not eat or drink from the same utensil or container after someone else.
- Keep hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
- When coughing or sneezing, cover the nose and mouth by coughing or sneezing into a tissue or bent elbow.
- Practice frequent hand washing with soap and water, or with hand sanitizer. This is the best way to prevent the spread of germs! Wash hands for at least 20 seconds.
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.
Middle School Shakespeare Festival
February 15, 2024
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Shakespeare Festival is a long-standing CDS tradition. The costumes do not have to be elaborate. Click here for additional wardrobe ideas.
IB Learner Profile Art Contest
BALANCED
Submissions due February 20, 2024
As an International Baccalaureate School, Carrollwood Day School invites all of our students to participate in the IB Learner Profile Art Contest! This year we are asking students to depict what they think “balanced” looks like in an artistic form.
Join the CDS Scuba Club
Information Sheet
Certification Registration & Optional Equipment Purchase
- March 23, 2024 – Betty Rose Barges and Army Tank Reef for $325/diver, Capacity: 4-6 divers
- Option 1: 7:30 AM - 12 PM
- Option 2: 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Register Today
- April 27, 2024 – 3 Dives in 1 Day for Cost: $325, Capacity: 6-10 divers Register Today
Read about how the CDS Counseling Department is implementing Social-Emotional Learning in the classroom!
FLEX TIME |
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.
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14th
Students may choose to dress up for Valentine’s Day (red and pink tops and socks with regular uniform bottoms) OR for Mardi Gras (purple, green, or gold tops, socks, and beads with regular uniform bottoms).
Support the Upper School Beta Club Fundraiser for Relay for Life!
WHAT
Relay for Life Fundraiser
WHEN
Donut orders & payments will be taken February 12 - 14 before school in International Square and the Quad
Donuts will be delivered on Thursday, February 15th before school
COST
$2 each
$14 a dozen
Mark your calendars for a
COMMUNITY PARTNER PARENT WORKSHOP
Erica DuPont, LCSW and owner of ProTherapy Plus, will host a Parent Workshop via ZOOM. Ms. DuPont has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families. Many of the adults that she works with struggle with finding balance in their life. The session will be informational with time for Q&A's. What Do You Want To Know?
WHEN
March 1, 2024
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
WHO
Lower and Middle School Parents
RSVP today and provide input on topics that would be most helpful for you!
As many of our students are getting colds and/or the flu during the school year, we would greatly appreciate your assistance in preventing the spread of illnesses at school. Please help us teach your children health habits to protect themselves as well as others. Here are some helpful guidelines to keep your child healthy:
- Plenty of rest and nutritious foods are needed.
- Do not eat or drink from the same utensil or container after someone else.
- Keep hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
- When coughing or sneezing, cover the nose and mouth by coughing or sneezing into a tissue or bent elbow.
- Practice frequent hand washing with soap and water, or with hand sanitizer. This is the best way to prevent the spread of germs! Wash hands for at least 20 seconds.
Upper School
Stephen Higgins
Head of Upper School
Email me!
2023 - 2024
Upper School Key Dates
WHAT
11th Grade Science Collaborative Project
WHEN
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Join the CDS Scuba Club
Information Sheet
Certification Registration & Optional Equipment Purchase
- March 23, 2024 – Betty Rose Barges and Army Tank Reef for $325/diver, Capacity: 4-6 divers
- Option 1: 7:30 AM - 12 PM
- Option 2: 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Register Today
- April 27, 2024 – 3 Dives in 1 Day for Cost: $325, Capacity: 6-10 divers Register Today
Mark Your Calendars
WHAT
The Truth About College Admission
WHEN
Thursday, February 29th
6:45 pm in the Theater
Please join the college counseling staff at Carrollwood Day School as we host authors Brennan Barnard and Rick Clark, who will discuss their incredible book, The Truth About College Admission.
Safety Series Dates
Tuesday, February 20th
Harassment and Consent
In partnership with the Tampa Bay Crisis Center, juniors and seniors will hear about the importance of healthy relationship habits, proactively discuss consent , and the effects of sexual harassment.
Audience:
8:00 - 9:15 US Parents
RSVP Today
11:15 am - 12:00 pm - 11th and 12th grade students
Tuesday, March 5th
Hazing Prevention
Mrs. Lianne Kowiak, an alumni parent, will visit with juniors and seniors to share a personal story regarding the impact of hazing upon students and their families.
Audience
8:00 am - 9:15 am - Parents
RSVP Today
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm - 11th and 12th grade students
IB Learner Profile Art Contest
BALANCED
Submissions due February 20, 2024
As an International Baccalaureate School, Carrollwood Day School invites all of our students to participate in the IB Learner Profile Art Contest! This year we are asking students to depict what they think “balanced” looks like in an artistic form.
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
Read about how the CDS Counseling Department is implementing Social-Emotional Learning in the classroom!
As many of our students are getting colds and/or the flu during the school year, we would greatly appreciate your assistance in preventing the spread of illnesses at school. Please help us teach your children health habits to protect themselves as well as others. Here are some helpful guidelines to keep your child healthy:
- Plenty of rest and nutritious foods are needed.
- Do not eat or drink from the same utensil or container after someone else.
- Keep hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
- When coughing or sneezing, cover the nose and mouth by coughing or sneezing into a tissue or bent elbow.
- Practice frequent hand washing with soap and water, or with hand sanitizer. This is the best way to prevent the spread of germs! Wash hands for at least 20 seconds.
Support the Upper School Beta Club Fundraiser for Relay for Life!
WHAT
Relay for Life Fundraiser
WHEN
Donut orders & payments will be taken February 12 - 14 before school in International Square and the Quad
Donuts will be delivered on Thursday, February 15th before school
COST
$2 each
$14 a dozen
WHAT
Class of 2024 Grad Bash
WHEN
Friday, April 19th
Leave CDS at 4:00 pm
Return to CDS at 4:00 am
COST
$185
Registration is due by March 1st!
NOTE: ALL seniors attending must be in school a half day of class/arrive by 12:35 pm in order to attend. If they are not in school, they may not go regardless of whether a ticket was purchased.
Upper School Club Photos
RESCHEDULED
Thursday, February 15th @ 11:30 am
Gaga Pit
Upper School Round
We are looking forward to taking a delegation of CDS upper school students to Pradis International School’s ‘The Mountain of Science’ Round Square Conference in Iasi, Romania.
WHEN
June 5-15, 2024
WHERE
Iasi Romania
WHO
Students aged 16 - 18
(or turning 16 before September)
Interested families are invited to join an information session on February 14th at 9:00 am in the Admin Conference Room or virtually.
LINK TO SESSION
Did you miss the senior parent meeting? Click to view the slideshow below.
Remember to check the Senior Parent Portal page on the website for the latest senior information.
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.
Come support our CDS Varsity Boys Soccer Team on their "Road to State!"
The Booster Club Pop Up Shop will be open and will have a special deal. If you spend at least $10 at the Pop Up Shop, you will receive a Chick Fil A sandwich for FREE! You can also purchase a Chick Fil A sandwich while supplies last. There will be FREE giveaways at the pop up shop for every student.
Spring Sports Registration is OPEN!
Sign up for Flag Football, Beach Volleyball, Baseball, Softball, Tennis, and Track & Field!
Spring Sport Registration
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.
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 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?
CDS is excited to roll out the 2023-2024 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
New membership levels for every division.
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.
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.
Need Support Now?
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