EVERGREEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
LOOKING
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM...
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BUILDING THE HOME-FIELD ADVANTAGE!
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The foundation of our current success was created nine years ago, on the shoulders of a small group of families that raised an unprecedented $11.3M to help build the current school. This year, a new group will
WITH YOU lead in the next phase of our development, as we raise $3.5M to fund our first athletic facility expansion.
This project will enhance and enrich our current physical education program and our expanding competitive athletics programs.
At Evergreen Country Day School, our home field facilities will help us develop character, leadership, and perseverance — essential traits in the balanced development of our students,
UR HELP and a critical part of our vision.
WE HOPE TO COUNT YOU AMONG THE NEW GROUP THAT MAKES IT POSSIBLE TO START “BUILDING OUR HOME FIELD ADVANTAGE” AT EVERGREEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL.
WHERE WE AR
A Plan For Growing Our Phys Ed and Sports Programs IN 2011, ECDS BEGAN ITS COMPETITIVE SPORTS PROGRAM. OFFERING SOCCER AND BASKETBALL TO BOTH BOYS AND GIRLS.
The growth of our physical education program and the development of our competitive sports program drives the need for this capital project. We call it: LOOKING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: BUILDING THE HOME FIELD ADVANTAGE
IN 2012, ECDS GIRLS SOCCER WON THEIR CONFERENCE SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD. IN 2013, ECDS BOYS SOCCER WON THEIR CONFERENCE SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD.
IN 2013, ECDS GIRLS SOCCER WON THEIR CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP!
In our vision for the school, having a “home field advantage” is much more than helping the win-loss record. It describes a culture of support and character building that will better prepare our students for the world. Where the perseverance, courage and leadership taught on the playing field will make a difference in their lives, complementing the academic skills learned in the classroom.
The Evergreen community also extends beyond our walls, and the facilities we build will benefit many more organizations, adults, and youth in our service area. We ask you to think beyond this week, this month, or this year. Generations of young adults will benefit from your generosity.
RE NOW...
Campaign Allocation of Funds FOR NEW GYMNASIUM WITH CHSAA $1,800,000 REGULATION HARD COURTS REGULATION SOCCER FIELD, $900,000 FOR BASEBALL DIAMOND & BASKETBALL COURT TO BUILD ENDOWMENT TO SUPPORT $700,000 DEFERRED MAINTENANCE OUTDOOR PLAY FACILITY $100,000 FOR AT THE NEST $3,500,000 !
SPECIAL NOTE: Naming rights for the gymnasium and soccer field are available as of March 1, 2014.
AT A GLANCE 2004: Reincorporated with 123 students 2006 membership in NAIS 2008 ECDS fully accredited by ACIS
2013: 235 Students, lowest attrition in school history
PLANNED IMPROVEMENTS: REGULATION TURF PLAYING FIELDS GYMNASIUM REGULATION BASEBALL FIELD INDOOR BASKETBALL COURTS OUTDOOR PLAY FACILITIES AT THE NEST
WHERE WE’RE
Our Vision...A Two Phase Plan for Construction PHASE 1: Outdoor Facilities CHSAA REGULATION TURF FIELD Construction will begin in Spring of 2015 to build the school’s first outdoor turf field, lined for soccer, lacrosse, and baseball. The current outdoor basketball court will be relocated, and an outdoor pavilion will accommodate team meetings and viewing. This field will be used by both school and community members. NEW 5,000 SQ. FT. PLAYGROUND Two new structures will be built at The Nest, the early childhood facility at ECDS. Encompassing over 5,000 square feet and serving 50-60 young children each day, these structures will provide an updated outdoor play and physical development facility for The Nest students.
RE GOING!
LEAVING YOUR LEGACY... Naming Opportunities at the Main Campus: GYMNASIUM: $1,250,000 ELEMENTARY ACADEMIC WING: $750,000 NEW BASKETBALL COURT: $250,000 NEW SOCCER FIELD: $500,000 PRACTICE COURTS(X2): $50,000
PHASE 2: Indoor Facilities & Endowment STATE-OF-THE-ART GYMNASIUM WITH OVER 10,000 SQ.FT. OF NEW PLAYING SURFACES The new gymnasium will feature a CHSAA regulation basketball hardcourt, also lined for volleyball. A center curtain will allow two simultaneous practices or events. The venue will provide space for school assemblies, meetings and performances. It will also be used for physical education, practices and competitions, and for rental to the community. Bleacher seating will accommodate spectators. Future facilities can be added for locker rooms, strength training and exercise, climbing walls and other needs. MANAGING OUR ENDOWMENT, SECURING OUR FUTURE Endowment funds will support the deferred maintenance on facilities and will further provide financial security.
BASEBALL DIAMOND: $50,000 OUTDOOR BASKETBALL COURT: $50,000 ELEMENTARY PLAYGROUND: $50,000
Naming Opportunities at the Nest: THE NEST PLAYGROUND: $50,000 THE NEST MOVEMENT ROOM: $15,000
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Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lig “BEYOND THE CLASSROOM” IS AN IMPORTANT NEXT STEP IN EVERGREEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL’S MISSION TO TAP INTO EACH CHILD’S STRENGTHS — WITH A DYNAMIC OFFERING OF STRONG ACADEMICS AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. WE KNOW THAT CHARACTER TRAITS AND SKILLS LEARNED IN THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS HELP OUR STUDENTS DEVELOP LEADERSHIP, COMMUNICATION SKILLS, CONFIDENCE AND THE PERSEVERANCE TO SUCCEED IN LIFE.
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– William Butler Yeats
Our student body is actively engaged in sports and physical development. We’ve had impressive results in competitive sports despite the lack of real facilities to practice on at our campus. The new turf field and gymnasium will be our physical and social home base.
For our young students in the Nest, their early child development will expand and grow with the new play structures.
WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN OUR CAMPAIGN WITH A MEANINGFUL DONATION. AND THEN JOIN US ON OUR NEW FIELDS TO WATCH OUR CHILDREN GROW.
THE ECDS “BEYOND THE CLASSROOM” INITIATIVE WILL ENABLE US TO DELIVER EVEN MORE COMPLETELY ON OUR MISSION:
TO INSPIRE THE YOUNG MINDS OF OUR FUTURE.
HOW TO HELP PLEASE SEE THE ENCLOSED DONATION FORMS IN THE BACK POCKET...
WE’D LIKE TO RECOGNIZE YOUR GENEROSITY...
Or visit www.ecdschool.org/beyondtheclassroom to download the same material. • Pledges can be spread out over a three year period. • All donations are fully tax deductible • ECDS is a 501(c)(3) organization • Donations of cash and/or securities are accepted • Colorado Child Care Tax Credit Benefits
Your contributions to this campaign will further the legacy of Evergreen Country Day School for future generations and it will be recognized as such. All donations of $1,000+ will be recognized on a plaque that will be on permanent display in the new gymnasium. NAMING OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE.