The PATH(S) TO SUCCESS How CDS Works for Everyone Whether the end goal is graduating with a white stole and a full IB Diploma or walking across the stage with a CDS diploma in hand, the educational path for every student that walks through the doors of Carrollwood Day School is an individual one. From preschool through 12th grade, the opportunities are vast and while the goal is always graduation, the paths vary from student to student. That is the versatility of CDS...the path of each student is created by the student. Starting at our Early Childhood Campus, the program is about asking big questions and nurturing a small child's curiosity and confidence. Whether learning conflict resolution through play or spacial awareness with building blocks, the foundation for a successful education is being built. Continuing into Kindergarten, students begin to carve their paths towards success in school and in life. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) takes students through 5th grade and develops skills like self-directed learning, motivation, and confidence. Through world languages, math, music, science experience, and much more, the program sets up life-long learning for the youngest members of our community.
NEW UPPER SCHOOL COURSES FOR 2020-2021 Electives (9th - 12th) Journalism Digital Media Creation Creative Writing Public Speaking Science (11th & 12th) Honors Anatomy & Physiology Humanities (10th - 12th) Honors Economics and Personal Financial Literacy Mathematics (Non-IB Classes) 11th Precalculus Honors 12th Statistics & Probability
Middle School students at CDS are nurtured academically, socially, and emotionally. CDS fosters growth and stamina through hands-on lessons and encourages students to be risk-takers and empathetic citizens in order to discover new passions and promote strengths that will lead to community and global impact. The middle school at CDS provides that bridge between the elementary classroom and the upper school programs. Designed to meet the needs of early adolescence, Middle School helps students develop skills, independence, and a sense of self.
With a maximum of 400 students in grades 9-12, the CDS Upper School gives each student the opportunity to come out for a team, help plan and support events, get involved in service initiatives -- simply, be an active, involved member of the community. Academically, the same advantage exists. Our graduates, whether full IB, course candidates, or CDS diploma graduates, leave CDS ready for the next stage in life. We are proud to say 100% of our CDS graduates since 2009 have matriculated to college and many report back that the transition from high school to college was seamless.
WHY IB
"...in recent years, as the understanding of the IB program has grown in the United States, it has become a preferred curriculum for many post-secondary institutions because of its similarity to university-level learning and teaching methodologies. The IB program is not solely about academics; it also challenges students to enhance their personal growth. IB aspires to help schools develop well-rounded students with strong character and a global mindset. IB students often indicate that they have gained excellent time-management skills and other critical attitudes needed for academic and personal success." "Finally, in terms of assessment, students have multiple opportunities in each course to “show what they know� using various modes of communication and formats. The IB program is not about memorizing and guessing from a list of answers, but about truly understanding the material at a deeper level." Kristen Mariotti Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management, Stoneleigh-Burnham School
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