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August 24, 2023
| A MESSAGE FROM FLIK |
To the CDS community: We have heard some concerns regarding the transaction fee for funding the food service accounts. It is currently 3.9% of the total dollars funded. We have several other options that do not require transaction fees: You can write a check made out to FLIK and list the name of the student you would like the dollars to be applied to. We accept Apple Pay and or credit cards for upper school. We look forward to working with you and your children this year.
Please make sure to check your student's balance every week or set up a recurring low balance threshold.
POWER HOUR REMINDER
All students being dropped off during Power Hour Wednesdays need to be registered. This includes morning care at ECC and Bearss Avenue. This is to ensure staffing is appropriate for the number of students.
ECC
Dawn Wilson
Head of Lower School
Email me!
PLEASE NOTE
All events below are subject to change. Please use Veracross for your most up-to-date calendar information.
Beyond the Bell Session 1
Starts September 4
All students being dropped of during Power Hour Wednesday's needs to register. This includes morning care at ECC. This is to ensure staffing is appropriate for the number of students.
Parents, we would like your input! Please share your thoughts on upcoming parent information sessions on the form below.
WHAT
ECC Back to School Night
WHEN
Wednesday, September 6th
6:00 pm
CDS is excited to roll out the 2023-2024 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
New membership levels for every division.
NEW START TIME!
With the goal of more instructional
time, our PreK 4 classrooms
will be starting at 8:15 am this year.
NO SCHOOL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
LABOR DAY
WHAT
ECC Individual Picture Day
WHEN
Wednesday, September 13th
Make-up pictures will be January 23rd.
| GET INVOLVED! |
Kick off the school year by getting involved in the Patriot community!
| SEESAW FOR ECC |
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.
Elementary
Elementary Parents
Now that the school year is underway, please remain in your vehicles during drop-off rather than walking your children up to the crosswalk. Not only does it ensure carline moves consistently but it fosters independence for your students.
Thank you!
Dawn Wilson
Head of Lower School
Email me!
PLEASE NOTE
All events below are subject to change. Please use Veracross for your most up-to-date calendar information.
CDS is excited to roll out the 2023-2024 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
New membership levels for every division.
BEARSS AVE ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL MAP
Beyond the Bell Session 1
Starts September 4
Bearss Avenue SIGN UP + Catalog
*Musical Theatre & Chorus sign-ups coming soon. Students will need to audition. The schedule will be Tuesday & Thursday. For more information please contact Ms. Mosher or Ms. Shephard.
All students being dropped of during Power Hour Wednesday's needs to register. This includes morning care at Bearss Avenue. This is to ensure staffing is appropriate for the number of students.
WHAT
Elementary Chorus with Ms. Mosher & Ms. Shephard
WHEN
Tuesdays
3:30 - 4:30 pm
WHO
Grades 3 - 5
COST
$350 (Entire Semester)
WHAT
ES Back to School Night
WHEN
Thursday, September 7th
6:00 pm
Parents, we would like your input! Please share your thoughts on upcoming parent information sessions on the form below.
| SEESAW FOR ECC |
Stay Informed with SeeSaw
Seesaw will be used as the primary communication tool for Elementary 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.
NO SCHOOL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
LABOR DAY
1st Grade Parents
You're invited to the 2023-24 Patriot Buddy Kick-off event.
Tuesday, September 5th @ 2:00 pm
CDS Theater
First-grade and 12th-grade parents are invited to attend the special assembly when the Patriot Buddies will be introduced. Throughout the year, the first-graders (Class of 2035) and seniors (Class of 2024) will support each other and join together for special activities.
WHAT
ES Individual Picture Day
WHEN
Thursday, September 14th
Make-up pictures will be October 12th.
Get excited for
FALL ELEMENTARY SPORTS
Pep Squad Info
If you are new to the Pep Squad, please contact Coach Nayda Hawkins to ensure you have all necessary information.
| GET INVOLVED! |
Kick off the school year by getting involved in the Patriot community!
Middle School
Chuck Maddox
Head of Middle School
Email me!
PLEASE NOTE
All events below are subject to change. Please use Veracross for your most up-to-date calendar information.
CDS is excited to roll out the 2023-2024 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
New membership levels for every division.
It's almost 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.
Overnight Trip Parent Meetings
7th Grade Keys Trip Meeting
Sept. 6 at 5:00 pm
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
8th Grade D.C. Trip Meeting
Sept. 6 at 6:00 pm
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
Meeting presentations will be shared via email after the meetings.
WHAT
CC Presents:
All about Applying Early
WHEN
Thursday, September 7th
8:45 - 9:45 am
WHERE
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
WHO
All Middle and Upper School Families
WHY
There are many different options when it comes to applying early to college and they can often all sound the same: Early Action, Restricted Early Action, Early Decision. We will break down what each option means, lay out the advantages and disadvantages of each, and we will answer your questions.
WHAT
MS Back to School Night
WHEN
Tuesday, September 12th
6:30 pm
CDS has once again 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.
| 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.
NO SCHOOL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
LABOR DAY
WHAT
MS Individual Picture Day
WHEN
Thursday, September 14th
Please have students arrive ready and on time. Pictures start at 8:00 am. Make-up pictures will be on October 12th, 2023
WHAT
Jr. Beta Club Induction
WHEN
Wednesday, September 27th at 6:30 pm
WHERE
CDS Theater
WHO
Invited Middle School Students
Beyond the Bell Session 1
Starts September 4
Bearss Avenue SIGN UP + Catalog
All students being dropped of during Power Hour Wednesday's needs to register. This includes morning care at Bearss Avenue. This is to ensure staffing is appropriate for the number of students.
WHAT
MAP Testing
WHEN
August 22 - August 25
WHO
All 6th, 7th, & 8th Graders
| GET INVOLVED! |
Kick off the school year by getting involved in the Patriot community!
Upper School
12th Grade Disney
When: 10/16 & 10/17
Where: Magic Kingdom & Typhoon Lagoon
Cost: $360 plus food expenses for two lunches and one dinner (approximately $75-100 will be the student's responsibility.)
Registration & Payment
Itinerary
Due 8/28
UPPER SCHOOL PARENTS: Please do not arrive for pick up prior to 3:20 pm. Middle school dismisses until 3:30 pm. With the goal of timeliness, we appreciate your help in making dismissal run smoothly.
Stephen Higgins
Head of Upper School
Email me!
PLEASE NOTE
All events below are subject to change. Please use Veracross for your most up-to-date calendar information.
WHAT
MAP Testing
WHEN
August 28 - September 1
WHO
All 9th and 10th Graders
WHAT
US Back to School Night
WHEN
Thursday, September 14th
6:00 pm
WHAT
11th Grade Science Collaborative Project
WHEN
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Thursday, March 7, 2024
10th Grade
Javari B. & Tiyana S.
9th Grade Pathfinders
When: 9/18 - 9/20
Information Packet
10th Grade College Trip
When: 9/18-9/19
Where: FSU and UF
11th Grade Circle F
When: 9/18 - 9/20
12th Grade Disney
When: 10/16 & 10/17
Where: Magic Kingdom & Typhoon Lagoon
Itinerary
Due 8/28
WHAT
US Individual Picture Day
WHEN
Tuesday, September 12th
Make-up pictures will be October 12th.
Beyond the Bell Session 1
Starts September 4
Bearss Avenue SIGN UP + Catalog
All students being dropped of during Power Hour Wednesday's needs to register. This includes morning care at Bearss Avenue. This is to ensure staffing is appropriate for the number of students.
CDS is excited to roll out the 2023-2024 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
New membership levels for every division.
| GET INVOLVED! |
Kick off the school year by getting involved in the Patriot community!
NO SCHOOL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
LABOR DAY
12th Grade Parents
You're invited to the 2023-2024 Patriot Buddy Kick off event.
Tuesday, September 5th @ 2:00 pm
CDS Theater
First grade and 12th grade parents are invited to attend the special assembly when the Patriot Buddies will be introduced. Throughout the year, the first-graders (Class of 2035) and seniors (Class of 2024) will support each other and join together for special activities.
WHAT
College Counseling Senior Parent and Student Night
WHEN
Thursday, August 24
6:45 pm
WHERE
CDS Theater
This event is mandatory for the student and at least one senior parent to review all the unique events & experiences that impact our seniors in their last year at CDS.
WHAT
CC Presents:
All about Applying Early
WHEN
Thursday, September 7th
8:45 - 9:45 am
WHERE
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
WHO
All Middle and Upper School Families
WHY
There are many different options when it comes to applying early to college and they can often all sound the same: Early Action, Restricted Early Action, Early Decision. We will break down what each option means, lay out the advantages and disadvantages of each, and we will answer your questions.
Remember to check the Senior Parent Portal page on the website for the latest senior information.
It's almost 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.
Athletics Info & Dates
Registration is open for all Fall Sports
Click the link below and log into your Veracross portal to see what sports are available for your CDS Patriot!
Get excited for
FALL ELEMENTARY SPORTS
Pep Squad Info
If you are new to the Pep Squad, please contact Coach Nayda Hawkins to ensure you have all necessary information.
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.
Booster Members will receive an email invitation with their season pass link.
GoFan is the official digital ticketing partner for FHSAA, and is used for playoff games in the state of Florida.
CDS is excited to roll out 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,
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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
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STRATEGIC PLAN |
Check out our 2022-2027 Strategic Plan.
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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?
| 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.
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.
| JOIN FOPA |
Friends of the Performing Arts is an organization of parents, alumni, and friends who are dedicated to strengthening the Performing Arts program at Carrollwood Day School.
| 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.
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.
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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
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| 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.
| 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.
For new students, if you have not yet received a Schoology account, please contact Ms. Benziger in the Admissions office.
| 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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