The 2021 CDS Patriot Run
is a COLOR RUN!

Register by October 15, 2021 to receive a Patriot Run t-shirt.
All registered participants will receive a Patriot Run medal.

Sponsorship opportunities available!

REGISTER TODAY

The Patriot Run is a family event sponsored by Carrollwood Day School's Booster Club

Taste of India II
Wednesday, October 27
6:00 - 9:00 pm

Taste of India II is a school-wide celebration of Indian culture at CDS. In addition to performances and a delicious dinner, this year will feature a Bazaar selling Indian goods.

SIGN UP TO PERFORM, VOLUNTEER OR BE A VENDOR AT THE BAZAAR

All students (PreK-3 and older) must bring a mask and a spare to school every day.

Face masks are required to be worn indoors by all students, faculty/staff, and visitors.

• There were four positive diagnoses at school this week; lower school (1), middle school (2), and upper school (1); the individuals are quarantining in accordance with current health guidelines.

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CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL
39 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

In case you missed this week's Every Connection Counts email click here to listen to our Annual Giving Committee members as to why annual giving is important to them and their families.

We appreciate the extra care and precautions our families are taking to monitor their children and keeping them home if they have any signs of illness. This diligence is how we will continue to keep our community safe, healthy, and open. Please remember to complete this quick daily health check:

Friday, October 22
Parent Conference Day Speakers

The Guidance Department will be offering a special speaker series for parents on the Parent Conference Day.  Topics include:

• 10:00 am: Dr. Norrine Russell: How not to fight with your kids over homework and responsibilities.
• 12:00 pm: Dr. Lindsey O'Brennan: Stress Management

• 2:00 pm: Dr. Michael Bishop: Tech Overuse / Addiction

Visit Carrollwood Day School's photo gallery on Smugmug for pictures from our back to school activities.

• Gallery Website
  (https://carrollwooddayschool.smugmug.com/)
• Password: Check your Thursday Folder email for this private password.

The 2021 CDS Patriot Run
is a COLOR RUN!

Register by October 15, 2021 to receive a Patriot Run t-shirt.
All registered participants will receive a Patriot Run medal.

Sponsorship opportunities available!

REGISTER TODAY

The Patriot Run is a family event sponsored by Carrollwood Day School's Booster Club

Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Friday, October 22.

Parents can sign up for appointments using signup.com.  Please select an appointment time for your child's assigned homeroom teacher that is convenient for you. Please note that this is a parent conference and not a student-led conference. A confirmation will be emailed once you submit your request. We look forward to seeing you all!

Parents will be able to attend their conferences in person or via Zoom.

Links for Conference Appointments

I am excited to hold office hours again next week!  Please feel free to join me virtually on Tuesday, September 28 from 12:00-12:30 pm.  We will do a meet and greet and I will be glad to answer your questions.  Please use the link below to access the meeting.

JOIN ME

The Athletic Department welcomes our Lower School Families to our first CDS Little Patriot Night!

Thursday, September 30

Don't miss this great family sports outing! Make plans to meet your friends at the game. It is going to be a RED OUT, so be sure to wear RED! 

The concession stand will be open!
&
The Elementary Pep Squad will be cheering!

Volleyball: Hayes Family Gymnasium

• 5:30 pm: JV Volleyball vs. Brooks DeBartolo
• 6:30 pm: Varsity Volleyball vs. Brooks DeBartolo

Football: Wagner Athletic Complex

• 6:30 pm: MS Football vs. Berkeley Prep

There is a $5 gate fee for parents unless you are Booster Club members. CDS students are free as well as children 5 and under.

CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL
39 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

In case you missed this week's Every Connection Counts email click here to listen to our Annual Giving Committee members as to why annual giving is important to them and their families.

CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL
39 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

In case you missed this week's Every Connection Counts email click here to listen to our Annual Giving Committee members as to why annual giving is important to them and their families.

Does your child love science?
Does he/she like to do experiments and investigations?
If so, then this is the project for them!!

STEM Fair Parent Meeting
Friday, October 1
8:30 am
Elementary Multi-Purpose Room

Please join us for an informational meeting for parents of students in grades 3-5 who have a child interested in completing a STEM project, formerly known as a science project. The students that choose to participate will complete an independent science, technology, engineering, or math investigation for potential entry to the Hillsborough County Regional STEM Fair.

The Hillsborough County Regional STEM Fair is held at the Tampa Convention Center in February/March. Investigations must be reviewed and approved by the STEM sponsor before experimentation can begin. Experimentation will need to take place off campus and must be completed by December.

The CDS STEM Fair will take place in January and the top 2 projects from each grade level will move on to compete at the regional level in February/March.

Questions? Please contact Lana Vargo at lvargo@cdspatriots.org.

Hope to see you at the meeting!

All students (PreK-3 and older) must bring a mask and a spare to school every day.

Face masks are required to be worn indoors by all students, faculty/staff, and visitors.

I am excited to hold office hours again next week!  Please feel free to join me virtually on Tuesday, September 28 from 12:00-12:30 pm.  We will do a meet and greet and I will be glad to answer your questions.  Please use the link below to access the meeting.

JOIN ME

The Athletic Department welcomes our Lower School Families to our first CDS Little Patriot Night!

Thursday, September 30

Don't miss this great family sports outing! Make plans to meet your friends at the game. It is going to be a RED OUT, so be sure to wear RED! 

The concession stand will be open!
&
The Elementary Pep Squad will be cheering!

Volleyball: Hayes Family Gymnasium

• 5:30 pm: JV Volleyball vs. Brooks DeBartolo
• 6:30 pm: Varsity Volleyball vs. Brooks DeBartolo

Football: Wagner Athletic Complex

• 6:30 pm: MS Football vs. Berkeley Prep

There is a $5 gate fee for parents unless you are Booster Club members. CDS students are free as well as children 5 and under.

Tuesday October 12
8:15 - 10:00 am
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center

Calling all current 5th grade parents!!
Join Middle School Administration to learn more about 6th grade and beyond!
Tuesday, October 12 at 8:15am in the Wagner Entrepreneurial Center.
Coffee, Q&A and tours are on the agenda!

RSVP

Parent volunteers are needed to teach 5 lessons for Junior Achievement in grades 1-4 (1 per class). The lessons are about financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and work readiness skills. Parent volunteers will coordinate with classroom teachers for lesson days and times. 

JA Information Lesson Guides

All lesson materials and parent training are provided. 

• Spring parent training for grades 3-4: September 30, 2021 at 8:15 am in the LS Media Center.
• Fall parent training for grades 1-2: January 24, 2022 at 8:15 in the LS Media Center. 

Volunteer on ivolunteer.  [Please check back if the link has not been added yet.]

Questions? Contact PYP Coordinator Mrs. Vicencio, lvicencio@cdspatriots.org.

Parents are invited to join us for Morning Opening on Monday and Friday mornings in the Elementary Courtyard.

During inclement weather, we will give parents a rain check as we move Morning Opening into the classrooms.

CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL
39 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

In case you missed this week's Every Connection Counts email click here to listen to our Annual Giving Committee members as to why annual giving is important to them and their families.

8th Grade Washington DC Trip 
March 22-25, 2022
Cost: $1,744
Deadline to register: September 23

View a recording of the parent presentation to learn more details about this trip that will be remembered for years to come. 

Click to view the 2022 Washington, D.C. Trip Parent Meeting

• Use our Trip ID # 198523 to sign up through one of the easy ways below: 
  • Online at www.worldstrides.com/signup
  • By phone – call WorldStrides’ Customer Service Team at 1-800-468-5899, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST
  • By mail – use the return envelope in your student invitation
• Call WorldStrides and apply for FLAG financial assistance.  You must call 1-800-468-5899 to apply.  This is free money that is first come, first serve, so call right away. 

Reminder to parents who attended the presentation on Tuesday night: Sign up by Thursday, September 16 to receive a $100 discount!

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

Monday, October 4
8:30 - 9:15 am
Theatre

MYP Induction Ceremony - All 6th Graders and New 7th & 8th Graders

As our new middle school students enter the Middle Years Programme (grades 6-10), we invite students and parents for an induction ceremony. This ceremony will be for all 6th graders and all 7th and 8th grade students new to CDS and their parents. The ceremony will include an introduction of the MYP, the induction of students, and words of advice from students who have completed the program.

Tuesday October 26
8:15 - 10:00 am
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center

Calling all current 8th grade parents!!
Join Upper School Administration to learn more about 6th grade and beyond!
Coffee, Q&A and tours are on the agenda!

RSVP

Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Friday, October 22.

Parents will be able to sign up for appointments. Watch for more information.

The Guidance Department will be offering a special speaker series for parents on that day.  Topics include:

• 10:00 am: Dr. Norrine Russell: How not to fight with your kids over homework and responsibilities.
• 12:00 pm: Dr. Lindsey O'Brennan: Stress Management

• 2:00 pm: Dr. Michael Bishop: Tech Overuse / Addiction

Guest Speaker: Lori Smith
Tuesday, October 5
8:30 am
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center

Attorney, Lori Smith, returns to CDS to talk to parents about The Parents Playbook: Help your teen avoid costly mistakes online. She will also meet with the students later in the day. The topic of her talk to the MS students is The Biggest Middle School Mistakes Online.

College Counseling Financial Aid Information Night
Tuesday, October 5
6:40 - 8:00 pm
Theatre & via Zoom

Middle school parents are invited to attend this information night. Understanding the financial options to pay for your child's college education is just as important as choosing the right college.

According to The College Board, approximately two-thirds of full-time undergraduate college students receive some sort of financial aid. Whether you are looking for assistance based on need or merit (or a combination of both), it is not too early to begin to learn about the types of financial aid that are available and how to navigate your way through the financial aid system! All parents are invited to attend this informational program.

Financial aid professionals from Stetson University and The University of Tampa will present on the CSS Profile and the FAFSA.

US Parents' Night
Wednesday, September 29

Watch for more information about this exciting night. Parents will have an opportunity to meet their students' teachers in their new classroom spaces!

Guest Speaker: Lori Smith
Tuesday, October 5
8:30 am
Wagner Entrepreneurial Center

Attorney, Lori Smith, returns to CDS to talk to parents about The Parents Playbook: Help your teen avoid costly mistakes online. She will also meet with the students later in the day. The topic of her talk to the US students is Surviving High School:  Social Media Edition.

College Counseling Financial Aid Information Night
Tuesday, October 5
6:40 - 8:00 pm
Theatre & via Zoom

Understanding the financial options to pay for your child's college education is just as important as choosing the right college.

According to The College Board, approximately two-thirds of full-time undergraduate college students receive some sort of financial aid. Whether you are looking for assistance based on need or merit (or a combination of both), it is not too early to begin to learn about the types of financial aid that are available and how to navigate your way through the financial aid system! All parents are invited to attend this informational program.

Financial aid professionals from Stetson University and The University of Tampa will present on the CSS Profile and the FAFSA.

Taste of India II
Wednesday, October 27
6:00 - 9:00 pm

Taste of India II is a school-wide celebration of Indian culture at CDS. In addition to performances and a delicious dinner, this year will feature a Bazaar selling Indian goods.

SIGN UP TO PERFORM, VOLUNTEER OR BE A VENDOR AT THE BAZAAR

All students (PreK-3 and older) must bring a mask and a spare to school every day.

Face masks are required to be worn indoors by all students, faculty/staff, and visitors.

This year is going to be filled with memory making events and moments to celebrate your CDS Patriot Senior. Many of you have been asking about senior parent spirit wear. We are happy to announce you can visit Tate & Tilly (14369 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618) and order senior spirit wear. Ask for Trishma's order form or check out the racks of clothing for CDS Patriots spirit wear. 

CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL
39 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

In case you missed this week's Every Connection Counts email click below to listen to our Annual Giving Committee members as to why annual giving is important to them and their families.

Thank you to everyone who was able to attend the US Parent Coffee this morning. We hope you found it informative and we appreciate the feedback you shared with us.

As promised, we are sharing a recording of this morning's presentation. Unfortunately, we experienced some technical difficulties with the audio about halfway through the recording. We will be attempting to correct this and will send a link to the full recording if we are able to resolve this problem.

9th and 10th grade students have completed their fall round of MAP testing for this school year. 

A report showing each student's performance will be mailed to their home on Friday. Please note the format for the results this year is called the Family Report. Here is a quick video tutorial for reading the results and a sample report. 

As always, please reach out to Lead Assessment Coordinator Jaime Melton if you have any questions or concerns.

On the mornings of October 13 and October 14, your son/daughter will take the PSAT and Pre-ACT examinations at CDS. The cost is covered by the school, and there will be more procedural information regarding the administration of these exams in the weeks to come.

The Student Guide to the PSAT will be distributed by your son's/daughter's advisor on Friday, September 24th during advisory. This guide has tips for taking the test, practice questions to prepare, and valuable information on the National Merit Scholarship program/ competition (only 11th grade students are eligible). These books are for students to keep and use over the next few weeks.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your son's/daughter's college counselor or cdiphilippo@CDSPatriots.org.

Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Friday, October 22.

Parents will be able to sign up for appointments. Watch for more information.

The Guidance Department will be offering a special speaker series for parents on that day.  Topics include:

• 10:00 am: Dr. Norrine Russell: How not to fight with your kids over homework and responsibilities.
• 12:00 pm: Dr. Lindsey O'Brennan: Stress Management

• 2:00 pm: Dr. Michael Bishop: Tech Overuse / Addiction

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.

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. 

Read more...

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.