MISSION COMPLETE!

Our CDS community of supporters made the 28th Annual 007 Red Carpet Gala a night to remember! Thank you to our sponsors, donors and attendees for your overwhelming generosity. It was a record setting evening with a sold out crowd of 400 guests raising their paddles all to benefit the students, faculty and staff of Carrollwood Day School.

PHOTO GALLERY
This is a private Photo Gallery. The passcode is in the Thursday Folder email.

Class pictures are ready to be ordered!

Order class pictures(Password: patriots22)

Seniors taking HL Business Management are reaching out for your help with their capstone research projects. 

South Tampa Residents, one of our Business Management seniors is conducting research on dining out in your area.  Would you help him complete his research by sharing your thoughts/opinions in a brief, anonymous survey?  

yES, I'd like to help

The 2022 Carrollwood Day School Career Day is BACK!  We will have our career guests on campus on Monday, March 28.

We are looking for Career Day Speakers to inspire our students by sharing their career journey, If you, or someone you know, is interested in speaking, please contact Shelly Hollingsworth at shollingsworth@cdspatriots.org.

Speakers can choose to present 45 minute or 90 minute sessions and can present during 1, 2, 3, or all 4 blocks. The schedule for the day is below.

• Block 1 - 8:30-9:50 am
• Block 2 - 10:05-11:25 am
• Lunch will be provided - 12-12:30 pm
• Block 3 - 12:35-1:55 pm
• Block 4 - 2:10 - 3:30 pm

Thanks for supporting this special opportunity for our students.

There were no positive diagnoses in the past week.

COVID Reporting Form 

Due to an increase in traffic volume, adjustments are being made to most bus routes. Beginning Monday, March 21 morning pick-up time will be five minutes earlier than originally scheduled for all students except Wiregrass riders. Questions: Please contact Carl Storck, Transportation Manager.

A copy of the new bus schedule was emailed to all bus parents.

Thank you to our lead donors, Paul & Susy Caplan and all of the other generous donors who supported this year’s Give From The Heart at the gala on Saturday. With over $120,000 raised, we are almost halfway to our goal which will allow us to turf the elementary playground field. With your continued generosity, we can fast track this project and improve the recess and athletic experience for hundreds of our students (and their parents stuck with the dirt-caked laundry) each day. Donate now to make this dream a reality.

For more information, contact Michelle Robinson, Director of Advancement at (813) 920-2288 x460.

donate today!

Have a healthy and safe vacation!

Please support the Upper School Beta Club fundraiser for Relay for Life!

Donut orders and payments will be taken Monday - Wednesday (March 21-23) before school in International Square and the Elementary Multi Purpose Room.

Donuts will be delivered on Friday (March 25 ) morning!

Donuts are $2 each or $10 a dozen!

More Information

SIGN UP TODAY for a summer of fun and learning at CDS!

SUMMER at CDS will include:

• Themed day camps at the ECC and Bearss Avenue campus!
• Enrichment camps at the ECC and Bearss Avenue campus!
• Academic programs for students entering Grades 1 through 12! 

More Information

SIGN UP FOR ECC CAMPS

SIGN UP FOR BEARSS AVENUE CAMPUS CAMPS

SUMMER ACADEMIC COURSES

When you participate in the Amazon Smile program, and have selected Carrollwood Day School as your organization of choice, CDS will get a donation for each item you purchase.  Signing up for Amazon Smile is fast, easy and free, and you can find the details here.

Thank you to our lead donors, Paul & Susy Caplan and all of the other generous donors who supported this year’s Give From The Heart at the gala on Saturday. With over $120,000 raised, we are almost halfway to our goal which will allow us to turf the elementary playground field. With your continued generosity, we can fast track this project and improve the recess and athletic experience for hundreds of our students (and their parents stuck with the dirt-caked laundry) each day. Donate now to make this dream a reality.

For more information, contact Michelle Robinson, Director of Advancement at (813) 920-2288 x460.

donate today!

Session 4 Activities begin March 21!

It is time to sign up for Session 4 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.

Session 4 clubs will begin the week of March 21 and conclude on May 16.

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

Sign up today!

SIGN UP TODAY for a summer of fun and learning at CDS!

More Information

SIGN UP FOR ECC CAMPS

SIGN UP FOR BEARSS AVENUE CAMPUS CAMPS

SIGN UP FOR ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

KINDERGARTEN BOYS
SUNDAY, APRIL 3
1:30 - 4:00 PM

This event will be held at the Bearss Avenue Campus

Class pictures are ready to be ordered!

Order class pictures(Password: patriots22)

MISSION COMPLETE!

Our CDS community of supporters made the 28th Annual 007 Red Carpet Gala a night to remember! Thank you to our sponsors, donors and attendees for your overwhelming generosity. It was a record setting evening with a sold out crowd of 400 guests raising their paddles all to benefit the students, faculty and staff of Carrollwood Day School.

PHOTO GALLERY
This is a private Photo Gallery. The passcode is in the Thursday Folder email.

Please remember to check in and receive your visitor’s badge when coming on campus during the school day.

Thank you to our lead donors, Paul & Susy Caplan and all of the other generous donors who supported this year’s Give From The Heart at the gala on Saturday. With over $120,000 raised, we are almost halfway to our goal which will allow us to turf the elementary playground field. With your continued generosity, we can fast track this project and improve the recess and athletic experience for hundreds of our students (and their parents stuck with the dirt-caked laundry) each day. Donate now to make this dream a reality.

For more information, contact Michelle Robinson, Director of Advancement at (813) 920-2288 x460.

donate today!

Session 4 Activities begin Monday, March 21!

It is time to sign up for Session 4 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.

Session 4 clubs will begin the week of March 21 and conclude on May 16.

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

Sign up today!

Session 3 Make Up Club Dates

These Session 3 clubs have make-up sessions scheduled: 

• Tinker Club
  March 23 & March 30
• Canvas Art Club
  March 11 & March 25
• Graphic Design
  March 22
• Whitehat Hacking & Cyber Security
  March 24

It's time to sign up for Spring Sports!

The spring season of Elementary Athletics starts the week of March 21 and ends the week of May 16.  The sports offered this season will be Track & Field and Volleyball.  There will be a 1st & 2nd grade team and a 3rd - 5th grade team for each sport.

There is a $150.00 athletic fee to participate in each spring sport. CDS will bill you for this fee through your FACTS account. 

Track & Field Information

 volleyball Information

Questions? Please contact Nayda Hawkins, Elementary Athletic Director/PE Teacher.

SIGN UP TODAY!

SIGN UP TODAY for a summer of fun and learning at CDS!

More Information

SIGN UP FOR ECC CAMPS

SIGN UP FOR BEARSS AVENUE CAMPUS CAMPS

SUMMER ACADEMIC COURSES

Class pictures are ready to be ordered!

Order class pictures(Password: patriots22)

Due to an increase in traffic volume, adjustments are being made to most bus routes. Beginning Monday, March 21 morning pick-up time will be five minutes earlier than originally scheduled for all students except Wiregrass riders. Questions: Please contact Carl Storck, Transportation Manager.

A copy of the new bus schedule was emailed to all bus parents.

ECC music teacher, Claudia Totman, is offering private after school music lessons in voice and piano for students in grades 1-12.

Meet Mrs. Totman

contact mrs. totman

PYP Evaluation Self Study

The Primary Years Program (PYP) will be having its re-evaluation visit from the IBO on January 25-27, 2023. The aim of IB program evaluation is to support schools in continuously developing their capacity to implement IB PYP in order to have a greater impact on student outcomes through the development of teacher and leader practice.

The Program evaluation engages the school in a reflective process leading to a deeper understanding of both the aspects of the program that are being implemented effectively and the aspects that need further development.

It supports the school—as a learning community—to develop their capacity to work intentionally and strategically to develop the PYP and enables school leaders and teachers to better direct their efforts and resources.

It is an opportunity for schools to receive support and meaningful, contextually appropriate feedback from the IB on the development of the PYP.

The learning community participates in a year-long self-study to evaluate IB standards and practices, and create a program development plan from the results to improve student learning outcomes (IBO, 2020).

As part of the learning community, we would appreciate your feedback in this survey about your child's experience in the PYP. 

parent pyp self study survey

This month’s video features safety Antoine Winfield and Captain Fear, and focuses on improving cardio to stimulate our heart muscles in preparation for their fitness exams.

march FITNESS VIDEO

Important Parent Meeting: 8th Grade Washington DC Trip
Thursday, March 10
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center

For parents who are unable to attend in person, this presentation will be recorded and shared following the event.

Topics to be covered include: packing, student expectations, travel, and answering any questions parents might have. 

Questions? Please reach out to Dr. Sandoval or Mr. Holtsclaw. 

Trip Information

World Strides COVID Requirements

MISSION COMPLETE!

Our CDS community of supporters made the 28th Annual 007 Red Carpet Gala a night to remember! Thank you to our sponsors, donors and attendees for your overwhelming generosity. It was a record setting evening with a sold out crowd of 400 guests raising their paddles all to benefit the students, faculty and staff of Carrollwood Day School.

PHOTO GALLERY
This is a private Photo Gallery. The passcode is in the Thursday Folder email.

ECC music teacher, Claudia Totman, is offering private after school music lessons in voice and piano for students in grades 1-12.

Meet Mrs. Totman

contact mrs. totman

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

Thank you to our lead donors, Paul & Susy Caplan and all of the other generous donors who supported this year’s Give From The Heart at the gala on Saturday. With over $120,000 raised, we are almost halfway to our goal which will allow us to turf the elementary playground field. With your continued generosity, we can fast track this project and improve the recess and athletic experience for hundreds of our students (and their parents stuck with the dirt-caked laundry) each day. Donate now to make this dream a reality.

For more information, contact Michelle Robinson, Director of Advancement at (813) 920-2288 x460.

donate today!

Due to an increase in traffic volume, adjustments are being made to most bus routes. Beginning Monday, March 21 morning pick-up time will be five minutes earlier than originally scheduled for all students except Wiregrass riders. Questions: Please contact Carl Storck, Transportation Manager.

A copy of the new bus schedule was emailed to all bus parents.

We are pleased to share a screencast of the February 17 College Counseling Coffee: "Making a Major Decision."

SIGN UP TODAY for a summer of fun and learning at CDS!

More Information

SIGN UP FOR BEARSS AVENUE CAMPUS CAMPS

SUMMER ACADEMIC COURSES

2022-2023 Varsity Cheer Tryouts
Monday - Friday
March 21 - March 25
3:45 - 5:15 pm

CDS Cheerleading will be hosting tryouts for those interested in competing with CDS Varsity Cheer. Tryouts are open to all rising 9th -12th grade students. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to Corie DePhilippo. 

More Information

It is almost time for our 10th and 11th grade class trips to Boston!  Don't miss these parent meetings to learn important information about your student's trip.

Mark your calendars to save these dates! These meetings will be held over Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent to parents a few days before each meeting.

10th Grade Boston Trip 
April 4 - 7, 2022
Parent Zoom Meeting: March 23 at 6:00 pm

10th Grade Trip Info

11th Grade Boston Trip 
April 25 - 28, 2022
Parent Zoom Meeting: April 13 at 6:00 pm

11th Grade Trip Info

Questions? Please contact Ms. O'Neill.

Class pictures are ready to be ordered!

Order class pictures(Password: patriots22)

MISSION COMPLETE!

Our CDS community of supporters made the 28th Annual 007 Red Carpet Gala a night to remember! Thank you to our sponsors, donors and attendees for your overwhelming generosity. It was a record setting evening with a sold out crowd of 400 guests raising their paddles all to benefit the students, faculty and staff of Carrollwood Day School.

PHOTO GALLERY
This is a private Photo Gallery. The passcode is in the Thursday Folder email.

Due to an increase in traffic volume, adjustments are being made to most bus routes. Beginning Monday, March 21 morning pick-up time will be five minutes earlier than originally scheduled for all students except Wiregrass riders. Questions: Please contact Carl Storck, Transportation Manager.

A copy of the new bus schedule was emailed to all bus parents.

Seniors taking HL Business Management are reaching out for your help with their capstone research projects. 

South Tampa Residents, one of our Business Management seniors is conducting research on dining out in your area.  Would you help him complete his research by sharing your thoughts/opinions in a brief, anonymous survey?  

yES, I'd like to help

The 2022 Carrollwood Day School Career Day is BACK!  We will have our career guests on campus on Monday, March 28.

We are looking for Career Day Speakers to inspire our students by sharing their career journey, If you, or someone you know, is interested in speaking, please contact Shelly Hollingsworth at shollingsworth@cdspatriots.org.

Speakers can choose to present 45 minute or 90 minute sessions and can present during 1, 2, 3, or all 4 blocks. The schedule for the day is below.

• Block 1 - 8:30-9:50 am
• Block 2 - 10:05-11:25 am
• Lunch will be provided - 12-12:30 pm
• Block 3 - 12:35-1:55 pm
• Block 4 - 2:10 - 3:30 pm

Thanks for supporting this special opportunity for our students.

Thank you to our lead donors, Paul & Susy Caplan and all of the other generous donors who supported this year’s Give From The Heart at the gala on Saturday. With over $120,000 raised, we are almost halfway to our goal which will allow us to turf the elementary playground field. With your continued generosity, we can fast track this project and improve the recess and athletic experience for hundreds of our students (and their parents stuck with the dirt-caked laundry) each day. Donate now to make this dream a reality.

For more information, contact Michelle Robinson, Director of Advancement at (813) 920-2288 x460.

donate today!

We are pleased to share a screencast of the February 17 College Counseling Coffee: "Making a Major Decision."

We are pleased to share a screencast of the 10th Grade College Info Night.

Please support the Upper School Beta Club fundraiser for Relay for Life!

Donut orders and payments will be taken Monday - Wednesday (March 21-23) before school in International Square and the Elementary Multi Purpose Room.

Donuts will be delivered on Friday (March 25 ) morning!

Donuts are $2 each or $10 a dozen!

More Information

ECC music teacher, Claudia Totman, is offering private after school music lessons in voice and piano for students in grades 1-12.

Meet Mrs. Totman

contact mrs. totman

SIGN UP TODAY for a summer of fun and learning at CDS!

SUMMER ACADEMICS and enrichment programs for upper school students include:

• Reading/Writing SAT class and the English/Reading ACT class
• Math SAT class
• Math/Science ACT class
• Personalized Learning Path
• Speech & Debate

More Information

SUMMER ACADEMIC COURSES

Varsity Cheer Tryouts
Monday - Friday
March 21 - March 25
3:45 - 5:15 pm

CDS Cheerleading will be hosting tryouts for those interested in competing with CDS Varsity Cheer. Tryouts are open to all rising 9th -12th grade students. 

All returning athletes are required to bring their uniforms and return them to Corie DiPhilippo in College Counseling by Friday, March 25, 2022. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to Corie DePhilippo. 

More Information

Senior Parent Meeting

We are pleased to share a screencast of the Senior Parent Meeting with information about end of year exams, wrapping up college admissions, and all the traditions and upcoming celebrations for our graduating seniors!

Alumni/Senior Parent Roundtable 
Thursday, March 24
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Student Union (new location)

Senior parents are invited to an Alumni & Senior Parents Roundtable where alumni parents will share their college experience and advice with our current CDS senior parents. They will share insight and tips about moving-in day and dorm room essentials, the impact of "clepping" out of a class, IB credits, online classes, how to purchase books, meal plans, transportation, & more!

RSVP

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 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

Always check the website calendar for the most accurate information.

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.