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August 29, 2024
INFORMATION FOR ALL DIVISIONS
REGISTER TODAY!
The Patriot Run is now part of our Homecoming event weekend! Join us on Saturday, September 28th to support our CDS Athletics programs with a run.
Races include a 5K run and walk, One mile Riot Run, and Kids Dash.
Free Breakfast, DJ, Crafts & More.
Sponsored by Carrollwood Day School's Patriot Booster Club. Sponsorships and tickets secured before September 18th will be guaranteed an event shirt.
Digital Safety & Mindfulness Speaker
Friday, September 13, 2024
8:00 am
All CDS parents are welcome to come hear Richard Guerry from the Institute for Responsible Online and Cellphone Communication speak about the responsible use of technology.
Keeping you informed and safe.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- There has been an uptick in the flu and COVID.
- There has been an increase of Par B19 virus. Read more.
- FDA Approves First nasal Spray for Treatment of Anaphylaxis. Read more.
- RSV season is already here. Read more about how to keep your children healthy.
The CDS Counseling Department has grown this year! Take a moment to "Meet the CDS Counselors" here to take care of your students.
CDS uses two text systems to get information out to our families. Please save these numbers in your phone.
EMERGENCY/SCHOOL CLOSING TEXTS
73959 (from Veracross)
REMINDER TEXTS
833.754.1170
We hope your students are enjoying the new dining program for this first couple of weeks of school. Starting September 3rd, the billing cycle will begin for the meal plan. Please review the options below.
- To participate in the unlimited meal plan, no action is required. Billing will begin on September 3rd via Veracross.
- The Flik Opt-out Dining Plan has three options: Pay for the year, Pay for a 25 pack, Pay by meal. All of these options are billed through Veracross billing on a monthly basis.
- To participate in the 25-pack meal plan, use the Opt-out form and select the option to participate in the 25-pack meal plan.
- The Meal Plan includes the hot food lunch line, grab and go items, salad bar, and sandwich bar. All with unlimited visits.
- The Meal Plan does not include the food truck (which will open in September), the Patriot Marketplace retail items, or the smoothie machine. Those items can be purchased with your QuickCharge account or Apple Pay
Read more about the Flik Dining Program.
If your child will not be participating in the 2024-2025 Meal Plan, please fill out the Opt-out form by August 30th. After August 30th your Veracross account will be automatically charged monthly.
If your student has any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please fill out this form so our dining staff are aware.
- 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!
Wonder how to subscribe to your Veracross household calendar or update your phone number in Veracross? Check out the CDS How To Video channel.
WHAT
ECC Back to School Night
WHEN
Tuesday, September 3rd
Toddlers - PreK 4 @ 6:00 - 6:45 pm
Kindergarten @ 7:00 - 7:45 pm
WHAT
ECC Individual Picture Day
WHEN
Wednesday, September 11th
Make-up pictures will be January 21st.
Thursday, September 12th
7:00 pm
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
Did you read Think Again by Adam Grant this summer? Join us for a book discussion. All parents welcome!
The Patriot Gala 2025 Planning Committee is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of assignments. Please consider joining our awesome group and have fun planning this CDS signature fundraising event.
NO SCHOOL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
LABOR DAY
Beyond the Bell Enrichment Sessions
Session 1:
August 26th - October 4th
Makeups - October 7th - 11th
Power Hour Sessions
Session 1: August 21st - October 9th
Session 2: October 16th - December 11th
Session 3: January 15th - March 12th
Session 4: March 26th - May 14th
Catalog and Sign Up will be done through your Veracross Parent Portal - Auxiliary Tab.
CDS is excited to roll out the 2024-2025 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
We are looking for FOPA Division Ambassadors. If you're interested, contact FOPA at FOPA@carrollwooddayschool.org.
Membership levels for every division. Free entry to all theatre shows, all year!
If you would like to volunteer, please contact FOPA. Volunteers get reserved seating.
Elementary
Reminders for Arrival
As we continue to smooth out arrival, please avoid parking and walking your child to the crosswalk. It holds up carline for all as we have to pause traffic for students to safely cross and allow cars to reverse out of spots.
Also, there is NO drop-off in the bus loop after 7:40 unless you have an ECC bus rider.
Dawn Wilson
Head of Lower School
Email me!
Wonder how to subscribe to your Veracross household calendar or update your phone number in Veracross? Check out the CDS How To Video channel.
The Patriot Gala 2025 Planning Committee is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of assignments. Please consider joining our awesome group and have fun planning this CDS signature fundraising event.
All Pro Dad Chapters provide an opportunity for dads to spend quality time with their children that will strengthen their relationship. For one hour each month you'll get to join other dads and kids at school for a fun, memory-making event.
Fall 2024 Meeting Schedule
Tuesday, September 10th
Tuesday, October 8th
Tuesday, November 12th
Tuesday, December 10th
Location: Student Union
Time: 7:00 am
Breakfast available for purchase
More Info & RSVP
Patriot Buddies Kick-off Ceremony!
We are so excited to continue this Carrollwood Day School cherished tradition of Patriot Buddies. Since 2008-2009 with our first graduating class, every 1st grade student has been paired with a 12th grade Patriot Buddy. Throughout the school year these two classes create a close bond meeting monthly for special activities. The kick-off ceremony is a chance for our buddies to be announced to their families.
WHO IS INVITED
1st Grade & 12th Grade Parents
WHEN
Friday, August 30th
2:00 pm
WHERE
CDS Theater
Seating Chart
WHAT
ES Back to School Night
WHEN
Wednesday, September 4th
6:00 - 6:30 pm
Parents Meet in the Theater
6:45 - 7:45 pm
Classrooms
WHAT
ES Individual Picture Day
WHEN
Thursday, September 12th
Make-up pictures will be October 8th.
Thursday, September 12th
7:00 pm
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
Did you read Think Again by Adam Grant this summer? Join us for a book discussion. All parents welcome!
NO SCHOOL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
LABOR DAY
Beyond the Bell Enrichment Sessions
Session 1:
August 26th - October 3rd
Makeups - October 7th - 11th
Power Hour Sessions
Session 1: August 21st - October 9th
Session 2: October 16th - December 11th
Session 3: January 15th - March 12th
Session 4: March 26th - May 14th
Catalog and Sign Up will be done through your Veracross Parent Portal - Auxiliary Tab.
CDS is excited to roll out the 2024-2025 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
We are looking for FOPA Division Ambassadors. If you're interested, contact FOPA at FOPA@carrollwooddayschool.org.
Membership levels for every division. Free entry to all theatre shows, all year!
If you would like to volunteer, please contact FOPA. Volunteers get reserved seating.
LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP
Elementary Fall Sports
Flag Football
Starts August 26th
Monday & Tuesday Practice - Grades 3 - 5
Wednesday & Thursday Practice - Grades 1 & 2
Flag Football Information
Cross Country
Starts August 26th
1st - 5th Grade Practices vary days throughout the week
Meet Dates: September 23rd, October 2nd, October 7th
Cross Country Information
Middle School
Dr. Chuck Maddox
Head of Middle School
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Wonder how to subscribe to your Veracross household calendar or update your phone number in Veracross? Check out the CDS How To Video channel.
Thursday, September 12th
7:00 pm
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
Did you read Think Again by Adam Grant this summer? Join us for a book discussion. All parents welcome!
WHAT
CDS Varsity Dance Team
WHO
8th - 12th Grade
Are you a dancer interested in auditioning for the inaugural season of the CDS Dance Team?
8th Grade Yearbook Ads are on sale now.
Click the "Buy My Ad" button below and make sure to select 8th grade ad under Create an Ad.
WHAT
7th & 8th Grade Trip Virtual Parent Meetings
WHEN
September 9th
5:00 pm - 7th Grade (Keys)
6:00 pm - 8th Grade (D.C.)
WHERE
Google Meet Link
Password will be sent via email.
Contact Mr. DeHate with any questions.
MIDDLE SCHOOL HONOR CODE CEREMONY
WHEN
Tuesday, September 10th
ATTIRE
Professional Dress day for students
Dress Code Guidelines
WHAT
The middle school is hosting the annual Honor Code Ceremony. Students will assemble to learn about the meaning of honor, the significance of one's signature, and what it means to honor one's word. The assembly concludes with students signing the middle school honor code books.
WHAT
MS Back to School Night
WHEN
Tuesday, September 10th
6:30 pm
There's something for everyone in the middle school! Check out the club list below.
Calling all chess players!
The Middle School Chess Club is starting soon. Interested students should message Dr. Maddox on Schoology to join.
We hope to see you there!
Do you love public speaking? Want to improve your public speaking skills? The Middle School Forensics Club is beginning September 4th!
Forensics Club
Message Ms. Killion on Schoology for more information.
WHAT
MS Individual Picture Day
WHEN
Thursday, September 12th
Make-up pictures will be October 8th.
NO SCHOOL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
LABOR DAY
Beyond the Bell Enrichment Sessions
Session 1:
August 26th - October 3rd
Makeups - October 7th - 11th
Power Hour Sessions
Session 1: August 21st - October 9th
Session 2: October 16th - December 11th
Session 3: January 15th - March 12th
Session 4: March 26th - May 14th
Catalog and Sign Up will be done through your Veracross Parent Portal - Auxiliary Tab.
CDS is excited to roll out the 2024-2025 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
We are looking for FOPA Division Ambassadors. If you're interested, contact FOPA at FOPA@carrollwooddayschool.org.
Membership levels for every division. Free entry to all theatre shows, all year!
If you would like to volunteer, please contact FOPA. Volunteers get reserved seating.
The Patriot Gala 2025 Planning Committee is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of assignments. Please consider joining our awesome group and have fun planning this CDS signature fundraising event.
Upper School
Upper School Class Trips
9th Grade
Class of 2028
Pathfinders
Wednesday, September 4 - Friday, September 6
Upper School students have the unique opportunity to experience the unforgettable trip to Pathfinder Outdoor Education. Pathfinder delivers fun, challenging adventures that help students (and faculty) learn about themselves, others, and the environment facilitated by extensively trained Pathfinder educators. The activities chosen for this 3-day overnight class trip include team-building initiatives, challenge courses, high ropes, canoeing, a solo experience, and a campfire. WAIVER REQUIRED
Cost $530
10th Grade
11th Grade
Class of 2026
St. Augustine and UCF
Wednesday, January 8 - Friday, January 10
11th graders will embark an exciting educational adventure to historic St. Augustine and the University of Central Florida (UCF) campus! In St. Augustine, students will explore the rich history and culture of America’s oldest city. The trip will continue with a visit to UCF, where students will tour the campus, learn about academic programs, and get a taste of college life. This trip offers a perfect blend of history and higher education, designed to inspire our students as they prepare for their futures.
ITINERARY
Early Bird Cost - $899 until 7/15/2024
Regular Cost - $951
Registration deadline 10/5/2024
12th Grade
Class of 2025
Disney World
Thursday, January 9 - Friday, January 10
12th Graders will enjoy a two-day Disney trip for the Class of 2025. Students will be visiting Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios.
Cost $450 + food expenses for two lunches and one dinner (approx. $75-100) will be the students' responsibility
Registration deadline 10/31/2024
Stephen Higgins
Head of Upper School
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Wonder how to subscribe to your Veracross household calendar or update your phone number in Veracross? Check out the CDS How To Video channel.
WHAT
CDS Varsity Dance Team
WHO
8th - 12th Grade
Are you a dancer interested in auditioning for the inaugural season of the CDS Dance Team?
Thursday, September 12th
7:00 pm
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
Did you read Think Again by Adam Grant this summer? Join us for a book discussion. All parents welcome!
Patriot Buddies Kick-off Ceremony!
We are so excited to continue this Carrollwood Day School cherished tradition of Patriot Buddies. Since 2008-2009 with our first graduating class, every 1st grade student has been paired with a 12th grade Patriot Buddy. Throughout the school year these two classes create a close bond meeting monthly for special activities. The kick-off ceremony is a chance for our buddies to be announced to their families.
WHO IS INVITED
1st Grade & 12th Grade Parents
WHEN
Friday, August 30th
2:00 pm
WHERE
CDS Theater
Seating Chart
WHAT
Fall MAP Testing (9th & 10th)
Math & Language and Literature
WHEN
September 10 - 13
Contact Aliya Killion with questions.
Were you unable to attend Back to School Night? Below are some of the presentations from the evening.
10th Grade
Personal Projects Presentation with voiceover by MYP Coordinator, Sabrina McCartney
Personal Projects Presentation
11th Grade
IB DP 101 Presentation
9th - 11th Grade Families
If you did not receive a text yesterday reminding you of the meetings before Back to School Night, please email our communications office.
WHAT
US Individual Picture Day
WHEN
Tuesday, September 10th
Make-up pictures will be October 8th.
WHAT
11th Grade Science Collaborative Project
WHEN
Thursday, October 31st
Tuesday, November 19th
These dates are MANDATORY for students.
Senior Yearbook Ads are on sale now.
Click the "Buy My Ad" button below and make sure to select senior ad under Create an Ad.
NO SCHOOL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
LABOR DAY
Beyond the Bell Enrichment Sessions
Session 1:
August 26th - October 3rd
Makeups - October 7th - 11th
Power Hour Sessions
Session 1: August 21st - October 9th
Session 2: October 16th - December 11th
Session 3: January 15th - March 12th
Session 4: March 26th - May 14th
Catalog and Sign Up will be done through your Veracross Parent Portal - Auxiliary Tab.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Make sure to subscribe to your Veracross Household calendar to ensure you don't miss an event!
College Counseling Coffee
Building your resume: What's Included & Why It Matters
Thursday, September 12th @ 8:45 am
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center
MS & US Parents
Discussion Points
- What colleges are looking for with extracurricular involvement
- Service Opportunities w/Mrs. Hollingsworth
- The importance of doing what you like
- And much more!
ACT Test
Saturday, September 14th @ 7:30 am
College Representative Visits to CDS Fall 2024
These dates are subject to change so check back often.
Students must register 24 hours prior to the scheduled visit as well as obtain a prepared absence form from the college counseling office and have it signed by their affected block teacher.
Remember to check the Senior Parent Portal page on the website for the latest senior information.
The Patriot Gala 2025 Planning Committee is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of assignments. Please consider joining our awesome group and have fun planning this CDS signature fundraising event.
CDS is excited to roll out the 2024-2025 Carrollwood Day School Friends of the Performing Arts!
We are looking for FOPA Division Ambassadors. If you're interested, contact FOPA at FOPA@carrollwooddayschool.org.
Membership levels for every division. Free entry to all theatre shows, all year!
If you would like to volunteer, please contact FOPA. Volunteers get reserved seating.
Athletics Info & Dates
GAME DAY MAP
CDS Athletics uses GoFan online ticketing.
CDS GoFan page
Patriot fans can find upcoming events on the CDS GoFan page and purchase tickets quickly and easily in advance. This will save time at the gate and allow for a contactless and simple experience when fans arrive at the gym or the field.
GoFan is the official digital ticketing partner for FHSAA, and is used for playoff games in the state of Florida.
CDS is excited to roll out the 2024-2025 Carrollwood Day School Booster Club!
We are a community of parents, alumni, and friends who, in close cooperation with the CDS Athletics Department, support and encourage the passion of all Patriot Nation athletes. We are planning many exciting events for this year.
In addition, we always need volunteers to help us support all these amazing athletes. Please click the link if you would be willing to do so.
Your membership is good for the entire 2024-2025 school year so, join today!
Volunteer to help
Please put "I want to help" in the subject line of your Volunteer to Help email.
Booster Club Members
Your Booster Club Swag is Ready for Pickup!
Please stop by the gym lobby, at your convenience, to pick up all your goodies.
We thank you once again for your generosity and your commitment to the growth of CDS Athletics.
For Questions and to Volunteer email us!
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. 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 2024-2025 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: Melissa Lisi
For new students, if you have not yet received a Schoology account, please contact the CDS Help Desk.
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.
Reminder if your CDS students will be riding the bus, please fill out the 2024-2025 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.
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?
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
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.
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
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
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.
FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
Notes from the Nurse Video Series
Questions? Please email the school nurse at nurse@carrollwooddayschool.org.
GET INVOLVED |
There are many ways to get involved at CDS. Check out iVolunteer for your options.
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.
STRATEGIC PLAN |
Check out our 2022-2027 Strategic Plan.