The Path(s) to Success

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. 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. 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

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."

wHICH IS YOUR PATH ?

CDS GRADUATE

CDS Courses + Exams, Most Flexible Schedule

• Allows for more opportunities outside of school such as internships and jobs • CDS Final Exams Senior Year • GPA, SAT/ACT test scores & service hours determine Florida Bright Futures Scholarship eligibility

CDS + IB GRADUATE

CDS + IB FULL DIPLOMA

Some IB Courses + Tests, More Flexible

• Full school days - Limited availability for outside internships • IB Testing in courses of student choosing • GPA, SAT/ACT test scores & service hours determine Florida Bright Futures Scholarship eligibility

All IB Courses, IB Core Requirements, + IB Exams • Full school days - Limited availability for outside internships • IB Testing in all six subjects • Award of IB Diploma and service hours entitle student to receive top tier of Florida Bright Futures Scholarship

Students should select a graduation pathway that fits their personal interests, academic aptitude & college ambitions.

We Learn.

We Grow.

Kelly Benedetti Upper School, Humanities Harvard Graduate School of Education - Differentiation Instruction Made Practical “Differentiation does not mean 30 different assignments for 30 different students’ unscientific, self-reported ‘learning styles.’ It’s about creating opportunities to engender students’ feelings of Autonomy, Belonging, Competence, and Meaning.”

Stephanie Piazza, Kati Jones, & Caroline Messmer Toddler & Prek 3 & PreK 4 teachers FCIS Early Childhood Institute Conference Presenters

“It’s important to share what innovation, student agency, and student voice and choice looks like at the early childhood level.”

LARRY PITTMAN CFO Presenter at MISBO (Making Independent Schools Be Outstanding) & FCIS (Florida Council of Independent Schools) “I find presenting and sharing with colleagues very rewarding. I am a big believer in sharing knowledge and experiences with others. Sharing allows others to grow long after you are gone.”

MICHELLE ROBINSON Director of Advancement Board of Directors - Association of Fundraising Professionals Michelle will serve as Chair of the Scholarship Committee. AFP Tampa Bay supports the purposes & goals to advance philanthropy & fundraising professionalism. The chapter promotes standards of professional development leading to certification & support of the professional code of ethics. 10

LINDSEY MONTAGUE Upper School Tech & Business Management Southern Business Educators Conference “This was a great opportunity for me to network with business-focused colleagues from regional high schools and higher learning institutions, share best practices and learn more about industry certifications available for students.”

BARBIE MONTY 5th Grade Teacher Harvard Graduate School of Education - Training Program “It was a huge honor and privilege to be asked to participate in this incredible program. I am looking forward to continuing to learn about Differentiated Instruction while supporting and interacting with educators around the world as I continue in this phenomenal program in the role of a coach.” RACHEL PAGGIO 1st Grade Teacher NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) “I’ve come to a frightening conclusion that I am the decisive element in the classroom. It’s my personal approach that creates the climate. It’s my daily mood that makes the weather. As a teacher, I possess a tremendous power to make a child’s life miserable or joyous. ” - Haim Ginott

STACEY HENDERSHOT Elementary Assistant Head NAIS (National Association of Independent Schools) School Leadership Institute "This training was an incredible experience which gave me a chance to reflect on feedback based on the five practices of exemplary leadership."

SARA RUBINSTEIN Head of Upper School NAIS Strategy Lab Sandbox "This was an invitation only think-tank for administrators & educators who are working effectively towards strategic innovation. The goal was to produce a strategy tool box that can be given to other school leaders to help them in their journeys towards educational innovation and excellence.”

SABRINA MCCARTNEY MYP Coordinator/Upper School Humanities FLIBS - MYP Individuals and Societies Workshop Leader “I am able to gain fresh ideas when working with a diverse group of IB educators from across the US keeping CDS on the forefront of best practices in education.”

Jamie kiner Middle School Language Arts Character.org Conference “Selfie Syndrome - Teens today are forty percent less empathetic than they were thirty years ago. Lack of empathy—which goes hand-in-hand with the self-absorption epidemic is dangerous." - Dr. Michele Borba

ALISON RICHARDS Middle School Science ISM “Student Centered Scheduling” “This engaging workshop provided multiple research-based strategies for developing schedules that reflect the school mission and increase student well-being.”

Stacey Frankel Middle School Language Arts Character.org Conference "I truly loved this conference! I was proud to share some great examples of strong character that our CDS students exhibit daily. The speakers reiterated that we must work as a team which includes teachers, parents, and our community to develop strong character in each student.”