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CDS 5th graders got to test drive Middle School life.
December 10, 2020
- All School
- ECC
- Elementary
- Middle School
- Upper School
- Athletic Calendars
- Upcoming Events
- Things to Know
- Archived Thursday Folders
All School
POINTS OF PRIDE
![Athletics]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1569343089/carrollwood/ifzgciqcx45iuxbmihmz/AthleticLogo.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1569343089/carrollwood/ifzgciqcx45iuxbmihmz/AthleticLogo.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1569343089/carrollwood/ifzgciqcx45iuxbmihmz/AthleticLogo.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1569343089/carrollwood/ifzgciqcx45iuxbmihmz/AthleticLogo.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1569343089/carrollwood/ifzgciqcx45iuxbmihmz/AthleticLogo.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1569343089/carrollwood/ifzgciqcx45iuxbmihmz/AthleticLogo.png","width":2200}])
A look back at the week that was in CDS Patriots sports.
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Stirred by the COVID Pandemic, DP theatre students share their emotions and a message of hope through poetry, dance and text.
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CDS alumnus, Rahul Bapna makes learning about the stock market fun with his new board game, Investiture.
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An original poem by Samantha H. wins September Scholastic Scope writing contest.
| KEEP YOUR INFO CURRENT! |
Please be sure that your email addresses, mobile phone numbers, and other parent contact information is up to date in My BackPack.
That is the information used to send out important school notifications.
| SIGNING DAY |
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
2:30 pm - Live Stream
Tune in here
Join us as we celebrate
the first athletes from the Class of 2020 to sign their letters of intent to play collegiate sports!
Congratulations to:
Ary D.: Women's Basketball @ University of Vermont
Desmond M.: Football @
Virginia Tech
Michael T.: Football @
University of Southern California
CDS PATRIOT SPIRIT STORE
 |
The holidays are right around the corner. Don't know what to get your Patriot? Spirit Gear! Head over to the CDS Spirit Shop and order your gifts so they arrive in time for the holidays.
| FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
IT IS NOT TOO LATE to get your flu shot!
In the midst of the SARS CoV2 pandemic and as flu season begins, please remember our current sick day guidelines. (Management of general illnesses is on the first page of this document.)
Hillsborough County currently reports that the level of flu activity in our community is mild.
|
😷 STAYING SAFE 😷 |
As the holiday season approaches, we all need to consider our plans carefully, especially when it comes to travel and gathering. Everyone has a responsibility to keep each other safe as we begin vacations and holiday celebrations. Please read this Toolkit for tips on how to keep your family healthy while traveling and at family gatherings over the upcoming breaks.
TOOLKIT FOR safe winter TRAVEL & HOLIDAY GatherinGS
Returning to School Safely
At the end of each school break, all families are required to update the “COVID-19 Questionnaire” for each student on the Magnus Health portal before students can return to campus. This brief form will need to be filled out electronically on the Magnus Health website or app by Monday, January 4. This is a self-reporting form and does not require a physician’s signature.
Following Winter Break, families are encouraged to enroll their children in ALP if you have engaged in high-risk gatherings/travel or if you have heightened concerns.
- PK4 - Grade 5: Email Mrs. Buscemi
- Grades 6-8: Email Ms. Killion
- US ALP January Registration Form
- One positive diagnosis; middle school: the individual and 23 identified close contacts are quarantining in accordance with CDC guidelines.
COVID-19
QUARANTINE GUIDELINES
Last week, the CDC announced options to reduce the length of quarantine. We know this has raised some questions regarding the impact this may have on Carrollwood Day School's quarantine policy.
CDC guidelines state that local public health authorities make the final decisions about how long quarantine should last, based on local conditions and needs. Our school nurse is in regular direct communication with our local Department of Health. In compliance with current directives from our local DOH, Carrollwood Day School is continuing to require a 14-day quarantine. Individuals may be contacted by the Department of Health regarding their quarantine requirement.
Additionally, the CDS health and safety committee continues to monitor the pandemic and all recommended guidelines for what is best for our school community and stakeholders.
As always, if you have concerns or questions, you are welcome to contact our school nurse, Jackie Silvers, during regular school hours.
Listen as Sara Rubinstein,
Interim Head of School,
shares exciting news on the
developments soon coming
to the CDS Campus.
| 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!
| SAVE THE DATE! |
Don't miss out on the fun.
Plan to join us!
Friday, March 5, 2021
Mark your calendars for the 27th Annual Red Carpet Gala, Run for the Roses. We've reimagined this event and we're making it better than ever! This outdoor event will be held this year on school grounds and will follow our school's safety protocols.
| HELP SPREAD THE WORD! |
This year, Carrollwood Day School is excited to provide a virtual Early Childhood Admissions Open House experience, which encompasses ages 2 through 5. On January 12, 2021 registered participants will be sent a link to the virtual open house web page, which will give access to multiple on-demand videos about our Early Childhood program.
Invite your friends and neighbors!
Link to sign up: https://form.jotform.com/203416216415143
| WINTER SPORTS ARE STARTING! |
SUPPORT OUR ATHLETES
WINTER SPORTS ARE STARTING!
The CDS Booster Club needs your support more than ever this year!
All membership levels will come with a 2020 Booster car magnet. This year's Booster polo shirts and the ladies "Bling" tank will be available exclusively to Booster Club members for $50 each.
NO SCHOOL
FRIDAY, DEC 18 - TUESDAY, JAN 5
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
CLASSES RESUME WEDNESDAY, JAN 6
MONDAY, JANUARY 18
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
PROFESSIONAL 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.
- Isabella B. - Toddlers
- Mason B. - Kindergarten
- Harrison P. - 2nd Grade (Mrs. Gonzales)
| A CDS PREMIERE EVENT! |
Friday, December 11, 2020
6:00 pm
This will be a virtual performance
Join us for the premiere of this historic performance! In the midst of a global pandemic, CDS DP theatre students dove into their deepest feelings, fears, and hopes to collectively conceive, write, choreograph, and perform a poignant response to these tumultuous times.
| LOST & FOUND REMINDER |
All items that are in the Lost & Found cabinet on the Bearss Avenue campus will be cleaned out Thursday afternoon, December 17. Students should check for items before noon on Thursday. (The cabinet is located in the main building - by the staircase on the Theatre hallway.)
For the remainder of the year, Lost & Found items will be cleaned out on the last Friday of each month and prior to spring break.
| TOY DRIVE |
Middle School Junior Beta Club is hosting a Holiday Toy Drive to benefit Metropolitan Ministries through December 15.
Metropolitan Ministries is projecting to serve as many as 50,000 families and with children from infants to teens, toys are an ongoing need.
Please bring new, unwrapped items. These items can include dolls, sports balls, action figures, and games. Click below to view the full registry.
| 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.
Boys Soccer
Tuesday, January 26 @ 6:45 pm
Girls Basketball
Wednesday, January 27 @ 5:45 pm
Girls Soccer
TBD
| DON'T MISS OUT! |
Current families with children they would like to enroll at CDS for the first time next year, should email Charlotte Benziger to start the admissions process and to place your name on the list.
Re-Enrollment contracts for all current families will be sent out in the middle of January.
| YOU SHOP, CDS BENEFITS! |
Did you know that if you shop on Amazon, you can help CDS? Sign up for Amazon Smile (it's free!) and select Carrollwood Day School as your nonprofit.
ECC
| SHOW YOUR HOLIDAY SPIRIT! |
Lower School Spirit Week!
Monday - Thursday, December 14 - 17
Show your Holiday Spirit next week.
- Monday - Holiday Socks
- Tuesday - Holiday Head Gear
- Wednesday - Wear red, green, white or blue with uniform bottoms
- Thursday - Holiday Shirt with uniform bottoms
| FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
IT IS NOT TOO LATE to get your flu shot!
In the midst of the SARS CoV2 pandemic and as flu season begins, please remember our current sick day guidelines. (Management of general illnesses is on the first page of this document.)
Hillsborough County currently reports that the level of flu activity in our community is mild.
| KEEP YOUR INFO CURRENT! |
Please be sure that your email addresses, mobile phone numbers, and other parent contact information is up to date in My BackPack.
That is the information used to send out important school notifications.
|
😷 STAYING SAFE 😷 |
As the holiday season approaches, we all need to consider our plans carefully, especially when it comes to travel and gathering. Everyone has a responsibility to keep each other safe as we begin vacations and holiday celebrations. Please read this Toolkit for tips on how to keep your family healthy while traveling and at family gatherings over the upcoming breaks.
TOOLKIT FOR safe winter TRAVEL & HOLIDAY GatherinGS
Returning to School Safely
At the end of each school break, all families are required to update the “COVID-19 Questionnaire” for each student on the Magnus Health portal before students can return to campus. This brief form will need to be filled out electronically on the Magnus Health website or app by Monday, January 4. This is a self-reporting form and does not require a physician’s signature.
Following Winter Break, families are encouraged to keep your children home for the first week in January if you have engaged in high-risk gatherings/travel or if you have heightened concerns. Students in PreK-4 and Kindergarten are welcome to enroll in ALP.
- PK4 & Kdg: Email Mrs. Buscemi
| SAVE THE DATE! |
Don't miss out on the fun.
Plan to join us!
Friday, March 5, 2021
Mark your calendars for the 27th Annual Red Carpet Gala, Run for the Roses. We've reimagined this event and we're making it better than ever! This outdoor event will be held this year on school grounds and will follow our school's safety protocols.
| DON'T MISS OUT! |
Current families with children they would like to enroll at CDS for the first time next year, should email Charlotte Benziger to start the admissions process and to place your name on the list.
Re-Enrollment contracts for all current families will be sent out in the middle of January.
Listen as Sara Rubinstein,
Interim Head of School,
shares exciting news on the
developments soon coming
to the CDS Campus.
| HELP SPREAD THE WORD! |
This year, Carrollwood Day School is excited to provide a virtual Early Childhood Admissions Open House experience, which encompasses ages 2 through 5. On January 12, 2021 registered participants will be sent a link to the virtual open house web page, which will give access to multiple on-demand videos about our Early Childhood program.
Invite your friends and neighbors!
Link to sign up: https://form.jotform.com/203416216415143
| 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!
| 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.
| CDS PATRIOT SPIRIT STORE
|
The holidays are right around the corner. Don't know what to get your Patriot? Spirit Gear! Head over to the CDS Spirit Shop and order your gifts so they arrive in time for the holidays.
NO SCHOOL
FRIDAY, DEC 18 - TUESDAY, JAN 5
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
CLASSES RESUME WEDNESDAY, JAN 6
MONDAY, JANUARY 18
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
PROFESSIONAL DAY
| MOVING UP AT CDS! |
Kindergarten Parents!
As we prepare to say goodbye to 2020, our eyes are focused on 2021 and your kindergarten student! We are so excited to welcome them to the Bearss Avenue Campus as First Graders in August.
Before then, take a peek at everything the "big campus" has to offer your little ones. Members of the Fifth Grade Safety Patrol, will give you and your student a look into a Day in the Life of a First Grader.
Watch for your information packet with more details about the first grade curriculum. Re-enrollment contracts will be sent in January.
Questions? For more information or to schedule a personal tour, please contact our Admissions Team!
ECC CALENDAR
March
Beginning of Spring Break.
April
NO SCHOOL STUDENTS
Elementary
POINTS OF PRIDE
CDS 5th graders got to test drive Middle School life.
| KEEP YOUR INFO CURRENT! |
Please be sure that your email addresses, mobile phone numbers, and other parent contact information is up to date in My BackPack.
That is the information used to send out important school notifications.
| SHOW YOUR HOLIDAY SPIRIT! |
Lower School Spirit Week!
Monday - Thursday, December 14 - 17
Show your Holiday Spirit next week.
- Monday - Holiday Socks
- Tuesday - Holiday Head Gear
- Wednesday - Wear red, green, white or blue with uniform bottoms
- Thursday - Holiday Shirt with uniform bottoms
|
😷 STAYING SAFE 😷 |
As the holiday season approaches, we all need to consider our plans carefully, especially when it comes to travel and gathering. Everyone has a responsibility to keep each other safe as we begin vacations and holiday celebrations. Please read this Toolkit for tips on how to keep your family healthy while traveling and at family gatherings over the upcoming breaks.
TOOLKIT FOR safe winter TRAVEL & HOLIDAY GatherinGS
Returning to School Safely
At the end of each school break, all families are required to update the “COVID-19 Questionnaire” for each student on the Magnus Health portal before students can return to campus. This brief form will need to be filled out electronically on the Magnus Health website or app by Monday, January 4. This is a self-reporting form and does not require a physician’s signature.
Following Winter Break, families are encouraged to enroll their children in ALP if you have engaged in high-risk gatherings/travel or if you have heightened concerns. Email Mrs. Buscemi to enroll in ALP.
| SAVE THE DATE! |
Don't miss out on the fun.
Plan to join us!
Friday, March 5, 2021
Mark your calendars for the 27th Annual Red Carpet Gala, Run for the Roses. We've reimagined this event and we're making it better than ever! This outdoor event will be held this year on school grounds and will follow our school's safety protocols.
| CDS PATRIOT SPIRIT STORE
|
The holidays are right around the corner. Don't know what to get your Patriot? Spirit Gear! Head over to the CDS Spirit Shop and order your gifts so they arrive in time for the holidays.
Listen as Sara Rubinstein,
Interim Head of School,
shares exciting news on the
developments soon coming
to the CDS Campus.
| FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
IT IS NOT TOO LATE to get your flu shot!
In the midst of the SARS CoV2 pandemic and as flu season begins, please remember our current sick day guidelines. (Management of general illnesses is on the first page of this document.)
Hillsborough County currently reports that the level of flu activity in our community is mild.
| 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!
| 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 Vicky 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.
NO SCHOOL
FRIDAY, DEC 18 - TUESDAY, JAN 5
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
CLASSES RESUME WEDNESDAY, JAN 6
MONDAY, JANUARY 18
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
PROFESSIONAL DAY
| SIGN UP FOR VACATION FUN! |
Monday - Wednesday, December 21-23
A Tropical Holiday Camp
For students in Grades 1 - 5
- Full Day: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Half Day: 9:00 am - 12:00 Noon - or - 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm
RoboCoding Camp
For students in Grade 2
- Half Day: 9:00 am - 12:00 Noon
Soccer Camp
For students ages 10 - 14
Instructor: Kelvin Jones
- Half Day: 9:00 am - 12:00 Noon
Complimentary morning care is available from 7:30 am - 9:00 am for children enrolled in morning camps.
| DON'T MISS OUT! |
Current families with children they would like to enroll at CDS for the first time next year, should email Charlotte Benziger to start the admissions process and to place your name on the list.
Re-Enrollment contracts for all current families will be sent out in the middle of January.
ELEMENTARY CALENDAR
March
Beginning of Spring Break.
Middle School
POINTS OF PRIDE
CDS 5th graders got to test drive Middle School life.
A look back at the week that was in CDS Patriots sports.
An original poem by Samantha H. wins September Scholastic Scope writing contest.
| KEEP YOUR INFO CURRENT! |
Please be sure that your email addresses, mobile phone numbers, and other parent contact information is up to date in My BackPack.
That is the information used to send out important school notifications.
|
😷 STAYING SAFE 😷 |
As the holiday season approaches, we all need to consider our plans carefully, especially when it comes to travel and gathering. Everyone has a responsibility to keep each other safe as we begin vacations and holiday celebrations. Please read this Toolkit for tips on how to keep your family healthy while traveling and at family gatherings over the upcoming breaks.
TOOLKIT FOR safe winter TRAVEL & HOLIDAY GatherinGS
Returning to School Safely
At the end of each school break, all families are required to update the “COVID-19 Questionnaire” for each student on the Magnus Health portal before students can return to campus. This brief form will need to be filled out electronically on the Magnus Health website or app by Monday, January 4. This is a self-reporting form and does not require a physician’s signature.
Following Winter Break, families are encouraged to enroll their children in ALP if you have engaged in high-risk gatherings/travel or if you have heightened concerns. Email Ms. Killion to enroll in ALP.
| SAVE THE DATE! |
Don't miss out on the fun.
Plan to join us!
Friday, March 5, 2021
Mark your calendars for the 27th Annual Red Carpet Gala, Run for the Roses. We've reimagined this event and we're making it better than ever! This outdoor event will be held this year on school grounds and will follow our school's safety protocols.
| VACATION SOCCER CAMPS! |
Sign up for Soccer Camps with varsity soccer coach, Kelvin Jones. Camps are for boys and girls. The November camp is for middle school students age 12 - 14. The December camp is for boys and girls ages 10 - 14.
| WINTER SPORTS ARE STARTING! |
SUPPORT OUR ATHLETES
WINTER SPORTS ARE STARTING!
The CDS Booster Club needs your support more than ever this year!
All membership levels will come with a 2020 Booster car magnet. This year's Booster polo shirts and the ladies "Bling" tank will be available exclusively to Booster Club members for $50 each.
Listen as Sara Rubinstein,
Interim Head of School,
shares exciting news on the
developments soon coming
to the CDS Campus.
| FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
IT IS NOT TOO LATE to get your flu shot!
In the midst of the SARS CoV2 pandemic and as flu season begins, please remember our current sick day guidelines. (Management of general illnesses is on the first page of this document.)
Hillsborough County currently reports that the level of flu activity in our community is mild.
| TOY DRIVE |
Middle School Junior Beta Club is hosting a Holiday Toy Drive to benefit Metropolitan Ministries through December 15.
Metropolitan Ministries is projecting to serve as many as 50,000 families and with children from infants to teens, toys are an ongoing need.
Please bring new, unwrapped items. These items can include dolls, sports balls, action figures, and games. Click below to view the full registry.
| 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!
| CDS PATRIOT SPIRIT STORE
|
The holidays are right around the corner. Don't know what to get your Patriot? Spirit Gear! Head over to the CDS Spirit Shop and order your gifts so they arrive in time for the holidays.
NO SCHOOL
FRIDAY, DEC 18 - TUESDAY, JAN 5
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
CLASSES RESUME WEDNESDAY, JAN 6
MONDAY, JANUARY 18
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
PROFESSIONAL DAY
| 8TH GRADE EXAMS |
8th graders will take semester exams during the last week of school before winter break. Exams will be held on Monday, December 14 through Thursday, December 17.
Special early buses will run on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
- 12:15 pm - Tuesday & Wednesday
- 10:30 am - Thursday
Supervision will be available for students who cannot be picked up immediately following the conclusion of their exams.
| DON'T MISS OUT! |
Current families with children they would like to enroll at CDS for the first time next year, should email Charlotte Benziger to start the admissions process and to place your name on the list.
Re-Enrollment contracts for all current families will be sent out in the middle of January.
MIDDLE SCHOOL CALENDAR
March
Middle School & Upper School
Beginning of Spring Break.
April
NO SCHOOL STUDENTS
Upper School
POINTS OF PRIDE
Stirred by the COVID Pandemic, DP theatre students share their emotions and a message of hope through poetry, dance and text.
CDS alumnus, Rahul Bapna makes learning about the stock market fun with his new board game, Investiture.
| A CDS PREMIERE EVENT! |
Friday, December 11, 2020
6:00 pm
This will be a virtual performance
Join us for the premiere of this historic performance! In the midst of a global pandemic, CDS DP theatre students dove into their deepest feelings, fears, and hopes to collectively conceive, write, choreograph, and perform a poignant response to these tumultuous times.
| KEEP YOUR INFO CURRENT! |
Please be sure that your email addresses, mobile phone numbers, and other parent contact information is up to date in My BackPack.
That is the information used to send out important school notifications.
| SIGNING DAY |
Wednesday, December 16
2:30 pm - Live Stream
Tune in here
Join us as we celebrate
the first athletes from the Class of 2020 to sign their letters of intent to play collegiate sports!
Congratulations to:
Ary D.: Women's Basketball @ University of Vermont
Desmond M.: Football @
Virginia Tech
Michael T.: Football @
University of Southern California
| SAVE THE DATE! |
Don't miss out on the fun.
Plan to join us!
Friday, March 5, 2021
Mark your calendars for the 27th Annual Red Carpet Gala, Run for the Roses. We've reimagined this event and we're making it better than ever! This outdoor event will be held this year on school grounds and will follow our school's safety protocols.
| CDS PATRIOT SPIRIT STORE
|
The holidays are right around the corner. Don't know what to get your Patriot? Spirit Gear! Head over to the CDS Spirit Shop and order your gifts so they arrive in time for the holidays.
Listen as Sara Rubinstein,
Interim Head of School,
shares exciting news on the
developments soon coming
to the CDS Campus.
| FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE |
IT IS NOT TOO LATE to get your flu shot!
In the midst of the SARS CoV2 pandemic and as flu season begins, please remember our current sick day guidelines. (Management of general illnesses is on the first page of this document.)
Hillsborough County currently reports that the level of flu activity in our community is mild.
| DON'T MISS OUT! |
Current families with children they would like to enroll at CDS for the first time next year, should email Charlotte Benziger to start the admissions process and to place your name on the list.
Re-Enrollment contracts for all current families will be sent out in the middle of January.
| 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.
Boys Soccer
Tuesday, January 26 @ 6:45 pm
Girls Basketball
Wednesday, January 27 @ 5:45 pm
Girls Soccer
TBD
| WINTER SPORTS ARE STARTING! |
SUPPORT OUR ATHLETES
WINTER SPORTS ARE STARTING!
The CDS Booster Club needs your support more than ever this year!
All membership levels will come with a 2020 Booster car magnet. This year's Booster polo shirts and the ladies "Bling" tank will be available exclusively to Booster Club members for $50 each.
NO SCHOOL
FRIDAY, DEC 18 - TUESDAY, JAN 5
WINTER BREAK
NO SCHOOL
CLASSES RESUME WEDNESDAY, JAN 6
MONDAY, JANUARY 18
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
PROFESSIONAL DAY
| SEMESTER EXAMS |
Students in grades 9 - 12 will take semester exams before winter break. Examinations will run from Monday, December 14 through Thursday, December 17. Students will be dismissed at the conclusion of their exams:
- 11:00 am for morning exams only
An early bus will leave CDS at 12:15 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday. - 2:00 pm for afternoon exams
All exams for on-campus students will be given at the Bearss Avenue campus.
Are you getting stressed about exams? Try using this exam-prep calendar from Mrs. Hollingsworth to help you be well-prepared. Make a copy of the calendar and then customize it to your needs. See Mrs. Hollingsworth if you need help!
| 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!
UPPER SCHOOL CALENDAR
March
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Scaglione Family Pavilion
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Wagner Athletic Complex
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Scaglione Family Pavilion
Middle School & Upper School
Beginning of Spring Break.
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Participation is mandatory for all 11th grade DP science students.
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Zoom
COLLEGE COUNSELING CALENDAR
March
Zoom
This is considered a mandatory event for students and parents.
April
Athletic Calendars
MS Athletics
vs.
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Indian Rocks Christian School
Home
CDS Field - South Beach
vs.
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Northside Christian School
Home
CDS Wagner Athletic Complex
vs.
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Skycrest Christian
Home
CDS Field - South Beach
vs.
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Skycrest Christian
Home
CDS Field - South Beach
vs.
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St. Petersburg Catholic
Away
St. Petersburg Catholic
vs.
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Academy of the Holy Names
Home
CDS Field - South Beach
vs.
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Corbett Prep (IDS)
Away
Corbett Prep (IDS)
vs.
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Westlake Christian School
Home
CDS Wagner Athletic Complex
All Day
vs.
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St. John's Episcopal
Away
Carol Elizabeth Kennedy Field
vs.
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Shorecrest Preparatory
Away
Shorecrest Preparatory
vs.
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Northside Christian School
Away
Northside Christian School
vs.
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Tampa Preparatory School
Away
Hillsborough Community College Tennis Complex
vs.
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Trinity School for Children
Away
Wellswood Youth Baseball/Softball Complex
vs.
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SLAM Tampa
Home
CDS Wagner Athletic Complex
vs.
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St. Mary's Episcopal Day School
Away
Carol Elizabeth Kennedy Field
vs.
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Corbett Prep (IDS)
Home
CDS Field - South Beach
vs.
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Westlake Christian School
Away
Westlake Christian School
vs.
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Berkeley Preparatory School
Away
Berkeley Preparatory School
vs.
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St. John's Episcopal
Away
Carol Elizabeth Kennedy Field
vs.
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St. Mary's Episcopal Day School
Home
CDS Field - South Beach
vs.
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Corbett Prep (IDS)
Home
CDS Wagner Athletic Complex
vs.
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Indian Rocks Christian School
Away
Indian Rocks Christian School
vs.
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Academy of the Holy Names
Away
Hillsborough Community College Tennis Complex
vs.
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Berkeley Preparatory School
Home
CDS Field - South Beach
vs.
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Berkeley Preparatory School
Away
Berkeley Preparatory School
US Athletics Event
vs.
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St. Pete HS @ Baseball City, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg HS
Away
Baseball City - St. Pete
vs.
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Lennard High School
Away
Land O Lakes Rec Center
vs.
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Sumner, Sumner HS
Away
Land O Lakes Rec Center
vs.
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Springstead HS
Home
Tampa Bay Baptist Conference Center
vs.
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Bell Creek Academy
Away
Bell Creek Academy
vs.
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Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School
Away
Veterans Memorial Park
vs.
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Tampa Preparatory School
Away
Tampa Preparatory School
vs.
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St. Petersburg Catholic
Away
St. Petersburg Catholic
Mustang Invitational
Away
Northside Christian School
vs.
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Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School
Home
Cheval Athletic Club
vs.
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Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School
Home
CDS Wagner Athletic Complex
All Day
Saladino Tournament 3/15 - 3/20
Away
vs.
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Jesuit High School
Away
Jesuit High School
Tampa Bay Private School championship
Away
Berkeley Preparatory School
All Day
Tournament
Away
Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School
vs.
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Tampa Catholic High School
Away
Tampa Catholic High School
vs.
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Academy of the Holy Names
Away
Cheval Athletic Club
vs.
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Tampa Preparatory School
Home
CDS Wagner Athletic Complex
vs.
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Academy at the Lakes Day School
Away
Northdale Golf and Tennis Club
vs.
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Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School
Away
Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School
vs.
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Bell Creek Academy
Home
CDS Wagner Athletic Complex
vs.
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Tampa Preparatory School
Home
Cheval Athletic Club
vs.
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St. Petersburg Catholic
Home
CDS Wagner Athletic Complex
vs.
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Bell Creek Academy
Home
CDS Wagner Athletic Complex
vs.
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Tampa Catholic High School
Away
Tampa Catholic High School
Upcoming Events
Things to Know
Tour our website
Take an armchair tour of CDS's new website.
CDS is excited to announce our brand-new website, including a virtual tour of our campus. Click on the video below to get a tour of the new site and see how easy it is to find what you’re looking for.
| 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.