Sophomore, TC L. is featured at the annual Florida Music Educators Convention.
January 21, 2021
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POINTS OF PRIDE
FRIDAY IS BUCS SPIRIT DAY |
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head to Green Bay to take on the Packers in the NFC Championship Game!
CDS Patriot Nation will show our support for the Bucs in this "Battle of the Bays" by wearing our favorite Bucs gear or red, black, white or gray tops with jeans or school bottoms on Friday, January 22.
GO BUCS!
RE-ENROLL TODAY! |
It's as easy as 1... 2... 3...!
- 1. Go into your My Backpack account and update your profile; make sure your email addresses and contact information are correct.
- 2. Check for an email from admissions@carrollwooddayschool.org
- 3. BY JANUARY 31: Complete the enrollment contract on My Backpack and pay the $1,000 non-refundable deposit for each child
Remember:
- The deadline for Re-enrollment is January 31st
- Sibling Enrollment and Open Enrollment for new students starts on February 1st
- Many classes are expected to fill quickly; spaces for returning students cannot be held without a completed contract and paid deposit
FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
Your best protection from COVID-19 will be a combination of getting a COVID-19 vaccine, wearing a mask, staying at least 6 feet away from others, avoiding crowds, and washing your hands often. No one tool alone is going to stop the pandemic. Learn about the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination so you’ll be ready when a vaccine is available for you.
- There were three positive diagnoses in the past week; elementary (2) and middle school (1); the individuals and 42 identified close contacts are quarantining in accordance with CDC guidelines.
UPDATED COVID-19
QUARANTINE GUIDELINES
Quarantine requirements for our school community have been revised as follows:
- Quarantine can end after Day 10 without testing provided no symptoms have appeared during daily monitoring.
- Symptom monitoring must continue through Day 14.
* The CDC and our local department of health continue to recommend a quarantine period of 14 days.
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THE CLOCK IS TICKING! |
Friday, March 5, 2021
The clock is ticking…only 43 days until we RUN FOR THE ROSES!
Don’t miss out on an exciting evening out while raising funds to benefit our children.
Register your sponsorship and purchase tickets by clicking the button below:
Each of these sponsorships (Kentucky Derby, Preakness, Entertainment, Table Wine and Belmont) include access to the VIP Party Paddock and reserved seating.
What is the VIP Party Paddock?
- Early access to the 27th Annual Red Carpet Gala
- Open Bar and hors d'oeuvres
- Early viewing of auction items
For questions contact Sharon Spencer or call 813.920.2288, ext. 464
SAVE THE DATES |
Join us to honor our
Winter Sports Senior Athletes
Due to social distancing requirements, attendance at athletic events is restricted to only immediate family members of the athletes. However we will be live streaming these important recognition ceremonies. Please watch for more information.
Girls Soccer
Tuesday, January 26 @ 5:40 pm
Girls Basketball
Wednesday, January 27 @ 5:45 pm
Wrestling
Thursday, January 28 @ 4:15 pm
2021-2022 BYOD @ CDS |
As part of Carrollwood Day School's ongoing efforts to provide all the tools necessary to prepare our students for excelling in the 21st century, all students in grades 4-12 participate in a BYOD program. This initiative is not new at CDS, we have had a 1:1 device program since 2007.
Beginning in 2021-2022:
- Students in grades 6 - 12 may choose to purchase a MacBook, Chromebook, or Windows laptop.
- Students in grades 4 and 5 are required to have an Apple iPad.
SEND IN YOUR PICTURES! |
You take great photos every day.
Whether in school or learning from home, send us your best photos for consideration in the CDS yearbook!
To submit your photos to the yearbook staff:
- Download the Yearbook Snap mobile app from the App Store or Google Play and enter our access code: CDS 20
- Go to yearbookforever.com, enter our school name, click on Community Upload and enter our access code: CDS 20
NO SCHOOL
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
PROFESSIONAL DAY
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12
CONFERENCE DAY
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15
PRESIDENTS' DAY
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
WELCOME NEW STUDENTS |
Please roll out the red carpet to help welcome our newest Patriots.
-
Chase E. - Toddlers (Miss Stephanie and Miss Katie)
-
Chloe H. - 2nd Grade (Ms. Mosher)
HELP SPREAD THE WORD! |
For students entering grades 6 - 12
Small groups of prospective parents and students are invited to a morning immersed in everything CDS. After an engaging panel discussion with our division heads, administrators, and student support specialists, families will tour our learning spaces. Email admissions@carrollwooddayschool.org to find out more and register. RSVP required - space is extremely limited!
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS |
We are pleased to announce the launching of Patriot Nation Community Connections. This online business directory promotes businesses and talents of CDS current and alumni families. As a member of our community you have the opportunity to place a listing in the Patriot Nation Community Connections free of charge.
With this project, we hope to begin to build more than just a community of shared talents. We hope this resource will also open up opportunities for new business ventures, internships, and even future jobs for graduates! We can support each other by creating a family-to-family network of businesses and services. This is an advertising opportunity you can’t afford to miss!
2021-2022 KEY CALENDAR DATES |
The administration has approved the following dates for the 2021-2022 School Calendar:
- Monday, August 16
ECC and elementary "Meet Your Teacher" appointments begin
MS and US Orientation begins for 6th & 9th grade students and all new MS and US students (attendance is required) - Tuesday, August 17
Orientation begins for returning students (attendance is required) - Thursday, August 19: First full day of classes ECC - Grade 12
- Fall Break: Monday - Friday, November 22 - 26
- Winter Break: Monday, December 20 - Tuesday, January 4
Faculty/staff returns to school on Monday, January 3
Students return to school on Wednesday, January 5 - Spring Break: Monday - Friday, March 14 - 18
- Friday, May 27: Last day of school for students
ECC
RE-ENROLL TODAY! |
It's as easy as 1... 2... 3...!
- 1. Go into your My Backpack account and update your profile; make sure your email addresses and contact information are correct.
- 2. Check for an email from admissions@carrollwooddayschool.org
- 3. BY JANUARY 31: Complete the enrollment contract on My Backpack and pay the $1,000 non-refundable deposit for each child
Remember:
- The deadline for Re-enrollment is January 31st
- Sibling Enrollment and Open Enrollment for new students starts on February 1st
- Many classes are expected to fill quickly; spaces for returning students cannot be held without a completed contract and paid deposit
FRIDAY IS BUCS SPIRIT DAY |
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head to Green Bay to take on the Packers in the NFC Championship Game!
CDS Patriot Nation will show our support for the Bucs in this "Battle of the Bays" by wearing our favorite Bucs gear or red, black, white or gray tops with jeans or school bottoms on Friday, January 22.
GO BUCS!
CLASS PICTURES |
Monday, January 25
Class pictures will be taken outdoors
All ECC students will have their class picture taken. Kindergarten students should wear their regular school uniform for this picture.
Make Up Pictures
Students who have not had their individual pictures taken will also have the opportunity to have their school picture taken.
SAVE THE DATE |
Wednesday, February 24
Everyone can be part of the fun because Grandparents and Grandfriends Day will be virtual this year!
Watch for more information.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! |
The date has changed for the ECC Art Show! And that is not all... it is moving to the Bearss Avenue Campus this year!
This will be the 37th year for the ECC Art Show - a highlight of the year for CDS families. This year for the first time the ECC Art Show will be at the Bearss Avenue Campus! The Scaglione Family Pavilion will be transformed into a gallery showcasing the children's art. ECC grandparents and grandfriends from far and near are also welcome to attend this fabulous exhibit.
Please note, this will be a Professional Day and there is NO SCHOOL or child care for ECC students only. (May 5 will now be a regular school day for our ECC friends.)
THE CLOCK IS TICKING! |
Friday, March 5, 2021
The clock is ticking…only 43 days until we RUN FOR THE ROSES!
Don’t miss out on an exciting evening out while raising funds to benefit our children.
Register your sponsorship and purchase tickets by clicking the button below:
Each of these sponsorships (Kentucky Derby, Preakness, Entertainment, Table Wine and Belmont) include access to the VIP Party Paddock and reserved seating.
What is the VIP Party Paddock?
- Early access to the 27th Annual Red Carpet Gala
- Open Bar and hors d'oeuvres
- Early viewing of auction items
For questions contact Sharon Spencer or call 813.920.2288, ext. 464
SAVE THE DATE |
Coffee Talk with the Learning Support Team
Friday, February 5
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Zoom
Mrs. Molano and Mrs. Earle are pleased to offer a series of Coffee Talks this year. These talks will be an informal presentation of a variety of topics aimed at promoting social-emotional development and success at school. These Coffee Talks will generally be held on the first Friday of each month.
We hope you will be able to join us for the third Coffee Talk in this series. The topic is Behavior Tips for Home and School and Responsive Classroom Techniques.
CDS Parents do not need to RSVP for this event. The link will be emailed to all Lower School parents on Thursday, February 4.
Mark your calendars for upcoming Coffee Talks:
- Friday, March 5
How to Avoid Stressing about Tests, Study Skills, and Stress Management - Friday, April 9 (Open to friends of CDS)
Character Education through the IB Learner Profile - Friday, May 14
Reflection and Open Forum for CDS Families
AFTER SCHOOL @THE ECC |
Time to Sign up for Session 2
Session 2 of after school programs for PreK4 and Kindergarten students began this week.
All activities comply with our school-wide COVID mitigation policies and procedures, including required wearing of face masks at all times when indoors and outdoors if students are unable to maintain a 6 foot separation from others.
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.
Sign up today for these popular programs! Click below to register.
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ECC Art Rods
PreK 4 - Thursday (3:30 pm - 4:30 pm) -
ECC Famous Artists
Kindergarten - Tuesday (3:30 pm - 4:30 pm) -
ECC Intramural Sports Club
PreK 4 - Monday (3:45 pm - 4:30 pm)
Kindergarten - Wednesday (3:45 pm - 4:30 pm) -
ECC Nature Watch
Kindergarten - Friday (3:30 pm - 4:30 pm) -
ECC Soccer Club
PreK 4 - Tuesday (3:45 pm - 4:30 pm)
Kindergarten - Thursday (3:45 pm - 4:30 pm) -
ECC Zumba Kids
Kindergarten - Wednesday (3:30 pm - 4:30 pm)
NO SCHOOL
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
PROFESSIONAL DAY
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12
CONFERENCE DAY
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15
PRESIDENTS' DAY
ECC CALENDAR
March
Beginning of Spring Break.
Parent Program and Book Signing
April
NO SCHOOL STUDENTS
HANDY LINKS |
ECC Student Attendance
If a student is going to be absent, late, or picked up early, in addition to emailing the teacher, parents must also notify the school. Parents can call Cindy Hittle at 813.963.2388 or send a message before school to the following email address:
ECCAbsence@CarrollwoodDaySchool.org
Register for KidCheck
All children who stay for before or after school care must be registered in KidCheck®. It is recommended that every family create an account in the event of an unplanned circumstance when your child may need to stay late.
School Lunches
Lunch is served at the ECC on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. All lunches must be pre-ordered.
Elementary
RE-ENROLL TODAY! |
It's as easy as 1... 2... 3...!
- 1. Go into your My Backpack account and update your profile; make sure your email addresses and contact information are correct.
- 2. Check for an email from admissions@carrollwooddayschool.org
- 3. BY JANUARY 31: Complete the enrollment contract on My Backpack and pay the $1,000 non-refundable deposit for each child
Remember:
- The deadline for Re-enrollment is January 31st
- Sibling Enrollment and Open Enrollment for new students starts on February 1st
- Many classes are expected to fill quickly; spaces for returning students cannot be held without a completed contract and paid deposit
THE CLOCK IS TICKING! |
Friday, March 5, 2021
The clock is ticking…only 43 days until we RUN FOR THE ROSES!
Don’t miss out on an exciting evening out while raising funds to benefit our children.
Register your sponsorship and purchase tickets by clicking the button below:
Each of these sponsorships (Kentucky Derby, Preakness, Entertainment, Table Wine and Belmont) include access to the VIP Party Paddock and reserved seating.
What is the VIP Party Paddock?
- Early access to the 27th Annual Red Carpet Gala
- Open Bar and hors d'oeuvres
- Early viewing of auction items
For questions contact Sharon Spencer or call 813.920.2288, ext. 464
SAVE THE DATE |
Coffee Talk with the Learning Support Team
Friday, February 5
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Zoom
Mrs. Molano and Mrs. Earle are pleased to offer a series of Coffee Talks this year. These talks will be an informal presentation of a variety of topics aimed at promoting social-emotional development and success at school. These Coffee Talks will generally be held on the first Friday of each month.
We hope you will be able to join us for the third Coffee Talk in this series. The topic is Behavior Tips for Home and School and Responsive Classroom Techniques.
CDS Parents do not need to RSVP for this event. The link will be emailed to all Lower School parents on Thursday, February 4.
Mark your calendars for upcoming Coffee Talks:
- Friday, March 5
How to Avoid Stressing about Tests, Study Skills, and Stress Management - Friday, April 9 (Open to friends of CDS)
Character Education through the IB Learner Profile - Friday, May 14
Reflection and Open Forum for CDS Families
SAVE THE DATE |
Wednesday, February 24
Everyone can be part of the fun because Grandparents and Grandfriends Day will be virtual this year!
Watch for more information.
CLASS PICTURES |
Thursday, January 28
Class Pictures will be taken outdoors
All elementary students in grades 1 through 5 should wear their regular school uniform to school. Students will need to wear their collared CDS uniform polo for their class picture - NO NON-CDS SWEATSHIRTS or PE uniforms, please. Students who have PE should wear their regular uniform to school and bring their PE uniform to change into after their pictures.
Make Up Pictures
Students who have not had their individual pictures taken will also have the opportunity to have their school picture taken on Thursday, January 28.
5TH GRADE BUSINESS UNIT |
The fifth graders will be getting down to business when they begin one of the most popular units of their year on February 3. Please fill out this short form to indicate whether your child will be participating in this unit on-campus or through ALP.
Please complete this short form by
Wednesday, January 27, 2021.
FRIDAY IS BUCS SPIRIT DAY |
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head to Green Bay to take on the Packers in the NFC Championship Game!
CDS Patriot Nation will show our support for the Bucs in this "Battle of the Bays" by wearing our favorite Bucs gear or red, black, white or gray tops with jeans or school bottoms on Friday, January 22.
GO BUCS!
2021-2022 BYOD @ CDS |
As part of Carrollwood Day School's ongoing efforts to provide all the tools necessary to prepare our students for excelling in the 21st century, all students in grades 4-12 participate in a BYOD program. This initiative is not new at CDS, we have had a 1:1 device program since 2007.
- Students in grades 4 and 5 are required to have an Apple iPad.
- 5th grade Parents: Next year, students in grade 6 may choose to purchase a MacBook, Chromebook, or Windows laptop.
NO SCHOOL
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
PROFESSIONAL DAY
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12
CONFERENCE DAY
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15
PRESIDENTS' DAY
ELEMENTARY CALENDAR
March
Grades 1 - 3
Grades 4 & 5
Beginning of Spring Break.
Parent Program and Book Signing
HANDY LINKS |
Elementary Student Attendance
If a student is going to be absent, late, or picked up early, in addition to emailing the teacher, parents must also notify the school. Parents can call Vicki Rivas at 813.920.2288 or send a message before school to the following email address:
ESAbsence@CarrollwoodDaySchool.org
Reminder: If you need to drop-off or pick-up your child between 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, you must enter through the main gate. The cut through will be open off the main loop to drive to the elementary parking lot.
Register for KidCheck
All children who stay for before or after school care must be registered in KidCheck®. It is recommended that every family create an account in the event of an unplanned circumstance when your child may need to stay late.
School Lunches
All elementary lunches must be pre-ordered.
Middle School
POINTS OF PRIDE
RE-ENROLL TODAY! |
It's as easy as 1... 2... 3...!
- 1. Go into your My Backpack account and update your profile; make sure your email addresses and contact information are correct.
- 2. Check for an email from admissions@carrollwooddayschool.org
- 3. BY JANUARY 31: Complete the enrollment contract on My Backpack and pay the $1,000 non-refundable deposit for each child
Remember:
- The deadline for Re-enrollment is January 31st
- Sibling Enrollment and Open Enrollment for new students starts on February 1st
- Many classes are expected to fill quickly; spaces for returning students cannot be held without a completed contract and paid deposit
TIME FOR SPRING SPORTS |
It is time to get ready for spring sports!
Please visit the "Athletic Forms" page on the school website for a list of the required forms and videos. These must be completed and uploaded to Magnus Health before the first day of practice in order to be eligible for participation.
MS SPRING SPORTS 2021
BOYS BASEBALL
- Begins January 28
- Coaches: Mike Myer & Mike Vargo
GIRLS SOFTBALL
- Began January 19
- Coaches: Jason Leto, Dan Bergin & Carrie Prieto
BOYS & GIRLS TRACK & FIELD
- Girls Begins January 25
- Boys Begins January 28
- Coaches: Alysa Gomez, Nayda Hawkins, Sharon Smith & Julie Tippett
Track & Field Information Packet
Please check with Jill Bondurant at ext. 452 if you need help with required forms.
8TH GRADE PARENTS |
Please send in three (3) digital pictures of your 8th grader, including a baby picture, an elementary age picture, and a recent picture showing your son/daughter as a young adult. The pictures will be used for a presentation at the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony on Friday, May 7, 2021.
1-2 group shots of current 8th grade students from throughout their years at CDS are also welcome. Please note: these pictures will be used only if space/timing allows. Do not send in print photos or MS Word documents please, just PDF or jpeg files. If you have only print photos, you can scan them at any local CVS, Walgreens, Target, etc.
Electronic pictures should be emailed to 8thgradepictures@carrollwooddayschool.org. Please include your child's name in the subject line of the email message.
The deadline for submitting pictures for the slide show is Friday, March 12, 2021.
THE CLOCK IS TICKING! |
Friday, March 5, 2021
The clock is ticking…only 43 days until we RUN FOR THE ROSES!
Don’t miss out on an exciting evening out while raising funds to benefit our children.
Register your sponsorship and purchase tickets by clicking the button below:
Each of these sponsorships (Kentucky Derby, Preakness, Entertainment, Table Wine and Belmont) include access to the VIP Party Paddock and reserved seating.
What is the VIP Party Paddock?
- Early access to the 27th Annual Red Carpet Gala
- Open Bar and hors d'oeuvres
- Early viewing of auction items
For questions contact Sharon Spencer or call 813.920.2288, ext. 464
GETTING READY FOR UPPER SCHOOL |
Thank you to all the 8th grade parents who attended the Curriculum Matters programs today. We can't wait to welcome your students "across the bridge" from middle school into upper school!
This is an exciting time as your teen embarks on his or her path to graduation. Please sit down with your 8th grader to select the arts and elective courses they would like to enroll in for 9th grade. On the form there is also a link to set up a meeting to answer any questions you may have.
Course Selection Choices must be received by Friday, March 5, 2021.
FRIDAY IS BUCS SPIRIT DAY |
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head to Green Bay to take on the Packers in the NFC Championship Game!
CDS Patriot Nation will show our support for the Bucs in this "Battle of the Bays" by wearing our favorite Bucs gear or red, black, white or gray tops with jeans or school bottoms on Friday, January 22.
GO BUCS!
8TH GRADE YEARBOOK ADS |
Buy an 8th grade tribute ad through February 15 online at yearbookforever.com. Ad space is limited. Once the space is filled, no more ads will be accepted. So order early!
2021-2022 BYOD @ CDS |
As part of Carrollwood Day School's ongoing efforts to provide all the tools necessary to prepare our students for excelling in the 21st century, all students in grades 4-12 participate in a BYOD program. This initiative is not new at CDS, we have had a 1:1 device program since 2007.
Beginning in 2021-2022:
- Students in grades 6 - 8 may choose to purchase a MacBook, Chromebook, or Windows laptop.
NO SCHOOL
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
PROFESSIONAL DAY
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12
CONFERENCE DAY
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15
PRESIDENTS' DAY
HELP SPREAD THE WORD! |
For students entering grades 6 - 12
Small groups of prospective parents and students are invited to a morning immersed in everything CDS. After an engaging panel discussion with our division heads, administrators, and student support specialists, families will tour our learning spaces. Email admissions@carrollwooddayschool.org to find out more and register. RSVP required - space is extremely limited!
MIDDLE SCHOOL CALENDAR
March
Beginning of Spring Break.
Parent Program and Book Signing
Upper School
POINTS OF PRIDE
THE CLOCK IS TICKING! |
Friday, March 5, 2021
The clock is ticking…only 43 days until we RUN FOR THE ROSES!
Don’t miss out on an exciting evening out while raising funds to benefit our children.
Register your sponsorship and purchase tickets by clicking the button below:
Each of these sponsorships (Kentucky Derby, Preakness, Entertainment, Table Wine and Belmont) include access to the VIP Party Paddock and reserved seating.
What is the VIP Party Paddock?
- Early access to the 27th Annual Red Carpet Gala
- Open Bar and hors d'oeuvres
- Early viewing of auction items
For questions contact Sharon Spencer or call 813.920.2288, ext. 464
PARENT COFFEES |
Curriculum Matters: Registration Choices for the Upcoming Year
For 10th Grade Parents:
Thursday, January 28
For 9th Grade Parents:
Thursday, February 4
9:00 am and 7:00 pm
Zoom
These important programs will be presented in the morning and in the evening!
All parents of students in grades 9 and 10 are encouraged to attend!
The topic for the January coffee is Curriculum Matters: Registration Choices for the Upcoming Year. IB Coordinators, Sabrina McCartney and Nancy Hsu, will present curriculum offerings for each grade level and why choices matter for college placement. Learn about the three pathways to graduation available to students at CDS: Full IB Diploma, IB Course Candidate, and CDS Graduate. Additionally, the process for registering for upper school courses will be explained.
The links to these Zoom sessions will be emailed to parents the day before each event.
Helping Gen Z Thrive During COVID
Click on the image above to view a recording of the information shared by Krista Diamond, Director of Wellness & US Counselor and Shelly Hollingsworth, US Learning Specialist at the last parent coffee.
SENIOR YEARBOOK ADS |
Buy a Seninor tribute ad through February 15 online at yearbookforever.com. Ad space is limited. Once the space is filled, no more ads will be accepted. So order early!
2021-2022 BYOD @ CDS |
As part of Carrollwood Day School's ongoing efforts to provide all the tools necessary to prepare our students for excelling in the 21st century, all students in grades 4-12 participate in a BYOD program. This initiative is not new at CDS, we have had a 1:1 device program since 2007.
Beginning in 2021-2022:
- Students in grades 9 - 12 may choose to purchase a MacBook, Chromebook, or Windows laptop.
RE-ENROLL TODAY! |
It's as easy as 1... 2... 3...!
- 1. Go into your My Backpack account and update your profile; make sure your email addresses and contact information are correct.
- 2. Check for an email from admissions@carrollwooddayschool.org
- 3. BY JANUARY 31: Complete the enrollment contract on My Backpack and pay the $1,000 non-refundable deposit for each child
Remember:
- The deadline for Re-enrollment is January 31st
- Sibling Enrollment and Open Enrollment for new students starts on February 1st
- Many classes are expected to fill quickly; spaces for returning students cannot be held without a completed contract and paid deposit
FRIDAY IS BUCS SPIRIT DAY |
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head to Green Bay to take on the Packers in the NFC Championship Game!
CDS Patriot Nation will show our support for the Bucs in this "Battle of the Bays" by wearing our favorite Bucs gear or red, black, white or gray tops with jeans or school bottoms on Friday, January 22.
GO BUCS!
SAVE THE DATES |
Join us to honor our
Winter Sports Senior Athletes
Due to social distancing requirements, attendance at athletic events is restricted to only immediate family members of the athletes. However we will be live streaming these important recognition ceremonies. Please watch for more information.
Girls Soccer
Tuesday, January 26 @ 5:40 pm
Girls Basketball
Wednesday, January 27 @ 5:45 pm
Wrestling
Thursday, January 28 @ 4:15 pm
AMERICAN MATH COMPETITION |
American Mathematics Competition (AMC)
Thursday, February 4, 2021
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The American Math Competition is a project of the Mathematical Association of America and is designed to increase interest in mathematics and to develop and enhance problem-solving skills through a friendly, and fun, competition. The AMC 10 is a 25-question, 75-minute, multiple choice examination in high school mathematics. Originated in 1950, over 300,000 students now participate annually, in over 6,000 schools. At CDS, students in the 9th and 10th grade Math Extended Advanced classes will participate in the contest this year and because there is an online version, ALP students will also be able to participate.
A few additional spaces are available if other students want to sign up that are not in the 9th or 10th Math Extended Advanced classes.
Email dwarner@carrollwooddayschool.org for more information.
SEND IN YOUR PICTURES! |
You take great photos every day.
Whether in school or learning from home, send us your best photos for consideration in the CDS yearbook!
To submit your photos to the yearbook staff:
- Download the Yearbook Snap mobile app from the App Store or Google Play and enter our access code: CDS 20
- Go to yearbookforever.com, enter our school name, click on Community Upload and enter our access code: CDS 20
NO SCHOOL
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
PROFESSIONAL DAY
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12
CONFERENCE DAY
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15
PRESIDENTS' DAY
HELP SPREAD THE WORD! |
For students entering grades 6 - 12
Small groups of prospective parents and students are invited to a morning immersed in everything CDS. After an engaging panel discussion with our division heads, administrators, and student support specialists, families will tour our learning spaces. Email admissions@carrollwooddayschool.org to find out more and register. RSVP required - space is extremely limited!
UPPER SCHOOL CALENDAR
March
Beginning of Spring Break.
Parent Program and Book Signing
COLLEGE COUNSELING CALENDAR
March
April
Athletic Calendars
MS Athletics
US Athletics Event
Upcoming Events
ALL SCHOOL CALENDAR
March
Grades 1 - 3
Grades 4 & 5
Beginning of Spring Break.
Parent Program and Book Signing
April
NO SCHOOL STUDENTS
Things to Know
Tour our website
2020-2021 KEY CALENDAR DATES |
The administration has approved the following dates for the 2020-2021 School Calendar:
- Fall Break: Friday - Friday, November 20 - 27
- Winter Break: Friday, December 18 - Tuesday, January 5
Faculty/staff returns to school on Monday, January 4
Students return to school on Wednesday, January 6 - Spring Break: Friday - Friday, March 12 - 19
- CALENDAR CHANGES:
Friday, November 20: Half-day changed to NO SCHOOL
Friday, December 18: Half-day changed to NO SCHOOL
Friday, March 12: Half-day changed to NO SCHOOL
Friday, May 28: New last day of school for students
2020-2021 Key Dates
These dates are subject to change
Always check online school calendar
CDS ONLINE PICTURE GALLERY |
Please remember, this password protected site is for the exclusive use of CDS families. The password to this online photo gallery will not be published on the school website. We ask that you respect the privacy of other CDS families and only download pictures with your children. Please do not post to social media any downloaded photos that contain children other than your own.
- Gallery Website
(https://carrollwooddayschool.smugmug.com/) - Password: Check your Thursday Folder email for this private password.
ECC & ELEMENTARY AFTER CARE |
KidCheck®
All children who stay for before or after school care must be registered in KidCheck®. It is recommended that every ECC and elementary family create an account. This assures that our AfterCare program is equipped to care for your child in the event that unplanned circumstances prevent you from picking up your child at the regular dismissal time. If you used KidCheck last year, your account is still active.
Before school care begins at 7:00 am at the Bearss Avenue campus for ECC and elementary students. (ECC students will need to register for the ECC shuttle bus.) Before school care begins at 7:45 am at the ECC.
How to create your KidCheck account
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.
Questions? Please contact Melissa Hill, Auxiliary and Summer Programs Coordinator.
SCHOOLOGY FOR MS & US |
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 were sent home with MS and US students.
SEESAW FOR ECC & ELEMENTARY |
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!
MS & US AFTER SCHOOL STUDY HALL |
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. Middle school and upper school students can also purchase selections from the CDS Food Truck, located by the front loop. Breakfast is also available every day beginning at 7:30 a.m. and fresh fruit, yogurt parfaits, assorted snacks and beverages are available for purchase during US snack breaks.
Cash is not accepted in the lunch line. This year parents will be use Nutrislice to pre-order and pay for lunches.
BOX TOP$ FOR EDUCATION
Box Tops for Education is an important tool for CDS to raise funds for small projects. Our school's lifetime earnings are $16,552. We are setting a goal of $1,500 this year.
BTFE is going digital! The new and improved Box Tops app uses today's technology to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to our school's earnings online.
You can still send in traditional clips. If your package has a traditional Box Tops, cut it out and send them into to school. Each clip is worth 10 cents. You can scan your receipt and clip the Box Tops and get twice the amount.
Click here for more information.
AMAZON SMILE
Support Carrollwood Day School while you shop online! Whenever you make a purchase on AmazonSmile, Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchases to Carrollwood Day School. Click the link above to link your Amazon account to support CDS, or learn more about the AmazonSmile program.
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
(9-911 from a campus phone)
then contact the CDS Security Office
REPORTING ABSENCES |
ECC student absences, tardies, or early dismissals
Attendance records are kept for all students at the ECC. If a student is going to be absent, parents should notify the school, before school by phone (813.963.2388) or to the following email address:
ECCAbsence@CarrollwoodDaySchool.org
Elementary student absences, tardies or early dismissals
Parents should notify school by 8:00 a.m. by phone (813.920.2288) or by email to the following email address:
ESAbsence@CarrollwoodDaySchool.org
Students who arrive to school after the elementary gate is closed must check-in at the elementary school office to obtain a tardy pass.
Reminder: The elementary (east) gate is locked from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. If you must pick-up or drop-off your child during that time, please enter through the main gate. The access road that connects the front entrance loop and elementary parking lot will be open during those hours.
Middle School student absences, tardies, or early dismissals
Parents should notify the school by 8:00 a.m. at the following email address to report their child's absence. We suggest that parents add this email to their "contacts" for quick access.
MSAbsence@CarrollwoodDaySchool.org
Upper School student absence
Parents should notify the school by 8:30 a.m. at the following email address to report their child's absence. We suggest that parents add this email to their "contacts" for quick access.
USAbsence@CarrollwoodDaySchool.org
If a student is not reported absent at the email above, an email notification of the absence is sent to the parent requesting a response confirming the absence.
Please note that attendance is recorded each day by the first period teacher at 8:30 a.m. Students who arrive to school after 8:40 a.m. must check-in with the receptionist at the front desk in the main lobby to obtain a tardy pass.
US Early Dismissals
Parents should contact the Welcome Center at 920-2288 to arrange for students to be dismissed early. All students, including student drivers, dismissing early must sign out at the Welcome Center. Parent permission is required for student drivers to leave campus early.
The Online Student Directory is now available for families to access through their My BackPack account.
If you do not know your user name and password, click on "I Forgot My User Name/Password" at the bottom of the box. Fill in your email address and the information will be emailed to you.
IS YOUR CONTACT INFO CORRECT |
All parents are asked to be sure to always keep your contact information up to date on your family account on My BackPack. This information is used to generate school email distribution lists, online and printed student directories, and to contact parents through the school emergency alert system.
CDS ONLINE PICTURE GALLERY |
Visit Carrollwood Day School's photo gallery on Smugmug for pictures from our first week of school.
Please remember, this password protected site is for the exclusive use of CDS families. The password to this online photo gallery will not be published on the school website. We ask that you respect the privacy of other CDS families and only download pictures with your children. Please do not post to social media any downloaded photos that contain children other than your own.
- Gallery Website
(https://carrollwooddayschool.smugmug.com/) - Password: Check your Thursday Folder email for this private password.