FORT WORTH COUNTRY DAY
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AT A GLANCE 2019-20 FWCD.ORG | 817.732.7718
The FWCD Admission Office looks forward to working with you. The best way to fully understand what an FWCD education could mean to your child and family is to visit our campus. Join us at one of the events below to discover the close-knit community that lies just inside the gates of Fort Worth Country Day … a family of educators, coaches, support staff and students who are committed to taking our students from here, anywhere … Kindergarten Prospective Parent Programs Wednesday, October 2, 2019 | 9 a.m. Tuesday, October 15, 2019 | 6 p.m. FWCD Family Carnival – Grades K-4 Friday, October 11, 2019 | 5:30 p.m. Family Flight Night – Grades K-4 Wednesday, November 13, 2019 | 5:30 p.m. Family Flight Night – Grades 5-12 Wednesday, December 4, 2019 | 5:30 p.m. Kindergarten Superhero Event Tuesday, December 10, 2019 | 4:30 p.m. Prospective Family Preview – Grades 1-12 Sunday, January 26, 2020 | 2 p.m. Fort Worth Country Day has an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity. In that spirit, FWCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or national origin, in admission, the administration of its educational policies, financial aid, athletics and other School-administered programs.
Mission
The mission of Fort Worth Country Day is to foster the intellectual, physical, emotional and ethical development of capable students through an academically rigorous collegepreparatory program that integrates the arts and athletics.
Purpose
The purpose of Fort Worth Country Day is to inspire the passion to learn, the courage to lead and the commitment to serve.
Philosophy
Fort Worth Country Day offers an advanced curriculum, comprehensive in its emphasis of the humanities, sciences, arts and athletics. The School values diversity in its community and encourages openness of thought and freedom of inquiry. Through its program, the School seeks to develop enthusiastic, thinking, well-rounded and responsible citizens equipped for success in college and life. The School sees education as both a personal journey requiring guidance and a systematic process built upon knowledge, experience and hard work. Collectively, these components promote understanding, imagination and reason. The purpose, mission and core values of Fort Worth Country Day unify the School community and guide everyday decisions and institutional policies. The School has high expectations for student achievement, parent support and teacher performance. Success requires the community to work together with trust and confidence.
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Core Values
The core values of Fort Worth Country Day set forth a standard of conduct that is the foundation of a productive life. These values provide an ethical compass and give purpose to education. Integrity ... Consistency in thought and adherence in action to principles of truth, honesty, trustworthiness and sincerity Kindness ... Acting with consideration, compassion and empathy for others Courage ... Internal strength enabling one to act, venture, or persevere in the face of difficulty Respect ... Acting with fairness, courtesy and sensitivity to others and the community Responsibility ... Acting in accordance with what is right in the absence of authority and being accountable for one’s behavior to one’s self and others Scholarship ... Establishing a foundation of knowledge and skills that enables higher cognitive processes All members of the Fort Worth Country Day community—students, faculty, parents and staff—are expected to uphold these core values in all of their actions and deeds.
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Affording FWCD Tuition
Tuition rates are determined each January by the Board of Trustees for the upcoming school year. Tuition for the 2019-20 school year is: Junior Kindergarten (half day) Junior Kindergarten (full day) Kindergarten Lower School (1-4) Middle School (5-8) Upper School (9-12)
Tuition $9,980 $12,600 $21,160 $22,330 $23,940 $25,240
Meal Plan Activity Fee $525 $475 $525 $475 $700 $475 $800 $475 $925 $475 $975 See estimated expenses
There are additional charges for books, uniforms and other School expenses that vary by grade level and activity. Optional charges depend on the degree to which the student is involved in the many sports, arts and academic activities offered at Fort Worth Country Day. There are also transportation services available from West Fort Worth, as well as an after-school program for students in junior kindergarten through grade 6. For more information, visit fwcd.org, click on Admission and then Tuition & Affordability.
Tuition Assistance
Need-based financial aid enhances the student body of Fort Worth Country Day. The School attracts and retains deserving and talented children whose families qualify for such assistance. The admission decision is based solely on each student’s academic and personal qualities—independent of the family’s ability to meet the cost of an FWCD education. Thus, admission to FWCD and the awarding of financial aid are two separate decisions. Financial aid is awarded annually and granted on the basis of demonstrated financial need (determined by submitting a Parents’ Financial Statement, current IRS tax return and W2 forms), satisfactory performance and the School’s availability of funds. For the 2019-20 academic year, $3.4 million was awarded in financial aid. This translates to one in every four students or 23 percent of the FWCD student body.
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Financial aid funds are made available from several sources, including income from financial aid endowment funds and gifts from individuals and organizations designated specifically for financial aid. In addition, FWCD has seven Named Scholars Programs (subject to availability):
• The Malone Scholars Program (for grades 7-9) • Jillian Chandler Thompson Memorial Scholarship (for returning African-American students in grades 4-9) • The Edward P. Bass Scholarship (for new students in grades 9-12) • Reilly Family Foundation/Breakthrough Fort Worth Scholarship (for students sourced through Breakthrough Fort Worth and entering grades 8 or 9) • Gayle G. and Evan D. Peterson Scholarship • Joey Pollard Memorial Scholarship • Betty Reese Memorial Scholarship
FWCD At A Glance 2019-20 Enrollment
1,077 students Lower School (JK-4): 346 students Middle School (5-8): 353 students Upper School (9-12) 378 students
Student/Faculty Ratio Junior Kindergarten Kindergarten Lower School Middle School Upper School
10:1 10:1 16:1 14:1 10:1
Faculty
148 full-time faculty members 56 percent of full-time faculty in grades JK-12 hold advanced degrees.
Class Schedule
JK: 8:10 a.m.-1 p.m. K-4: 8:10 a.m.-3:10 p.m. 5-6: 8:05 a.m.-3:20 p.m. 7-8: 8:05 a.m.-3:45 p.m. 9-12: 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
Lower School
Fort Worth Country Day cultivates the joy of learning in a safe and structured environment that ignites the power of imagination and creates a foundation for the love of learning. Lower School distinctions include: • Full-time Learning Specialist and Health and Wellness Counselor • Character education, core values program • Direct instruction on mindfulness techniques • Differentiated instruction in reading, writing, spelling and math (Everyday Math 4)
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• iPads and interactive technology in all homeroom classes used as resources • French/Spanish language instruction • Falcon Collaboratory—a space where all students communicate and collaborate while engaging in learning experiences that integrate science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics • Leveled reading library with more than 7,000 books • Science labs • Studio art instruction • First Steps in Music, Conversational Solfege and World Music Drumming • Dynamic Physical Education • Morning Movement prior to school • Lower School Families program • After-school enrichment classes through the SOAR program
Middle School
The Middle School provides a positive environment for students’ social and emotional growth into adolescence, while creating individualized learning strategies to foster their unique talents and gifts. Middle School distinctions include: • Full-time Learning Specialist and Health and Wellness Counselor • Core values incorporated into daily life • Integrated one-to-one iPad program with full-time iPad Coordinator • Specialists for all subjects, fine arts electives (band, strings, drumline, choir, ballet, theatre and studio art) and enrichment clubs • French, Spanish and Latin language instruction • Advisory program to assist students with academic and social growth development • Awesomeness Initiative program that allows students to take non-graded elective courses intended to help them fuel their passions. (Courses complement the FWCD core curriculum with added exposure to the skills the 21st century requires of its workforce.) • Curriculum-based overnight trips by grade-level • Age-appropriate community service experiences • Grades 5-6 sports integration; grades 7-8 competitive sports
Upper School
Upper School is a pivotal time for students as they prepare for the challenges of college and beyond. During these years, leaders are born, career paths become clear, and students develop a grander vision for their future. Upper School distinctions include: • Full-time Learning Specialist and Health and Wellness Counselor • Core values incorporated into daily life • Bring-your-own laptop program • Extended period schedule with four 75-minute classes daily • More than 100 course offerings, including 21 Advanced Placement courses • Malone Schools Online Network • Elective course in Engineering, dual credit offered through The University of Texas • Full program of visual and performing arts, including music and art history, band, orchestra, drumline, choir, ballet, theatre, musical theatre, technical theatre, painting and drawing, photography, and ceramics; culminating in the ISAS Arts Festival each spring • Senior Capstone Project, an interdisciplinary independent study elective that allows
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students to explore areas of interest with a faculty supervisor and mentor in the field • TEAM Service, student-led community service group • Link Crew, peer mentor program for freshmen • College Counseling Office, twice monthly college counseling classes for juniors and individual appointments for seniors • PSAT Skills Development course offered • Sophomore Washington, D.C. trip; culminating project for history course • Cum Laude Society • Student-elected leadership: Student Council, Honor Council, Disciplinary Committee • College Day in the fall • Class-level event programs: college visits, Ropes Courses, field trips, health and wellness programs • 24 varsity sports; 21 junior varsity sports
Advanced Placement
Fort Worth Country Day currently offers 21 Advanced Placement (AP) courses. In 2019, 185 students took 524 exams.
Standardized Testing
Class of 2019 (101 students) ACT (93 testers) (Middle 50%) 24-31 SAT (69 testers) (Middle 50%) 1160-1400 Evidence-Based Reading & Writing: 610-710 Math: 560-715
Graduation Stats for FWCD Classes 2016-19 The classes of 2016 -19 are attending the colleges and universities below:
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of graduates admitted to four-year colleges and universities
Average annual number of colleges and universities where our graduates were admitted
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of graduates took AP English Language and Composition
Average percentage of graduates attended out-of-state colleges and universities
ACT SCORES (2016-19) 309 students tested FWCD Average Composite: 28.4 National Average Composite (2018 data): 20.8 SAT SCORES
(2016-19)
SAT (prior to March 2016) 123 students tested
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, Math: FWCD Section Averages — Evidence-Based Reading & Writing: National Section Averages for the Class of 2018 — Evidence-Based Reading & Writing: 536, Math: 531
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Number of graduates recognized as National Merit Semifinalists, National Merit Commended Students and/or National Hispanic Scholars
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, Math: , Writing Skills: FWCD Section Averages –– Critical Reading: National Section Averages (2016 data) — Critical Reading: 494, Math: 508, Writing Skills: 482 SAT (after March 2016) 225 students tested
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Average percentage of graduates attended Texas colleges and universities
44,213,908
Total amount awarded to our 385 graduates in merit-based scholarships and awards with an average annual amount of more than $11 million
903
Total number of merit-based scholarships and awards received
16 graduates participating in collegiate athletics
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nominations for Betty Buckley Awards
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Class of 2019 One hundred one seniors submitted 671 applications and were admitted to 154 colleges and universities. They attend 52 different institutions throughout the United States. Eleven students were recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation and National Hispanic Recognition Program. The class was awarded more than $11.6 million in merit-based scholarships and awards. Fifty-five percent of the members of the Class of 2019 attend colleges and universities located across the nation. Forty-five percent of the class attend Texas colleges and universities.
College Matriculation 2016-19
The classes of 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 matriculated at the following colleges and universities (numbers in parentheses indicate schools where more than one student enrolled): American University Auburn University Austin College Austin Community College (2) Baylor University (5) Belmont University (3) Blinn College (3) Boston University Brandeis University Brown University California Institute of the Arts California State Polytechnic University Pomona Carnegie Mellon University Case Western Reserve University Chapman University (2) Clemson University College of Charleston Colorado School of Mines Colorado State University (2) Cornell University Delgado Community College DePaul University Duke University (2) Duquesne University Elon University (2) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Emory University Florida Institute of Technology Florida State University
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Furman University Georgetown University George Washington University (2) Gettysburg College Hardin-Simmons University Harvard University (2) Hawaii Pacific University Hendrix College Hope College Indiana University (2) James Madison University Lafayette College Louisiana State University Loyola Marymount University Loyola University Maryland Loyola University New Orleans Massachusetts Institute of Technology Miami University Missouri University of Science and Technology Montana State University Muhlenberg College The New School (2) New York University (5) North Carolina State University Northeastern University (3) Northwestern University Nova Southeastern University Occidental College Ohio University
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Oklahoma State University (2) Princeton University Purdue University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rhodes College Rice University (2) Rollins College Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Rutgers University Sam Houston State University Samford University San Diego State University (2) Santa Clara University Savannah College of Art and Design Sewanee: The University of the South Southern Methodist University (7) Southwestern University (2) St. Edward's University Tarleton State University Temple University Texas A&M University (29) Texas A&M University at Galveston Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (2) Texas Christian University (34) Texas State University Texas Tech University (9) Texas Wesleyan University Texas Woman's University Trinity University (8) Tufts University (2) Tulane University (8) United States Naval Academy (2) University of Alabama (7) University of Arizona University of Arkansas (10) University of California, Los Angeles University of Chicago (2)
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University of Colorado Boulder (3) University of Colorado Denver University of Georgia (5) University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign University of Massachusetts, Amherst University of Michigan (2) University of Mississippi (4) University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University of North Texas (5) University of Notre Dame (3) University of Oklahoma (25) University of Oregon University of Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh University of South Carolina (3) University of Southern California (7) University of Tennessee, Knoxville University of Texas at Arlington (7) University of Texas at Austin (51) University of Texas at Dallas University of Texas at San Antonio University of Tulsa (3) University of Virginia (3) University of Washington (2) Vanderbilt University (4) Virginia Military Institute Wake Forest University (3) Washington and Lee University (5) Williams College Xavier University of Louisiana Yale University  INTERNATIONAL Franklin University Switzerland University of San Carlos - Philippines University of St Andrews - Scotland (4)
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Athletics
FWCD’s athletic tradition is renowned. Dynamic Physical Education, which includes lessons focused on fitness development, coordination, body management and gameplaying, starts immediately in junior kindergarten and in Lower School. In Middle School, students pursue a sampling of athletic endeavors in a physical education developmental program that introduces them to the sports offered in the FWCD athletic program, and competitive, interscholastic sports begin in seventh grade. Upper School students may be involved in 24 varsity sports and 21 junior varsity sports. Athletics not only promotes healthy bodies, it teaches perseverance, sacrifice, discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork—valuable tools to take into adulthood. FWCD varsity sports include baseball, basketball (boys/girls), cheerleading, cross country (boys/girls), field hockey, football, golf (boys/girls), lacrosse (boys only), soccer (boys/girls), softball, swimming (boys/girls), tennis (boys/girls), track and field (boys/girls), volleyball (boys/girls) and wrestling. There are three sports seasons: fall, winter and spring. Fourthgrade, Middle School and Upper School students may also participate in ballet to fulfill their athletics requirement. Varsity teams compete in the Southwest Preparatory Conference, which comprises 17 schools, 16 from Texas and one from Oklahoma.
Fine and Performing Arts
FWCD takes pride in its fine arts program, an integral part of the 3A’s at the School. Students participate in both visual and performing arts experiences beginning in Lower School and building in depth and breadth through senior year. In visual arts, students create a variety of works, such as drawing, painting, fibers, ceramics, photography, print and digital media. Students showcase their work in professional displays throughout campus, as well as in art shows and competitions in the community. Students are exposed to all types of media with additional options for journalism, newspaper, video and yearbook production in Upper School. The Sid W. Richardson Visual Arts Center is a contemporary space that houses art rooms, a digital lab, darkroom and a state-of-the-art ceramics studio.
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Lower School students begin their musical journey building foundational skills through vocal and rhythmic development, creative expression and movement, instrumental ensemble work, and performances to foster a love of music to last a lifetime. Falcon Flyers, the Lower School choir, offers students opportunities to further expand musicianship and performance skills. Students may also opt to participate in the Conservatory at Fort Worth Country Day program after school. Middle School offers a show choir option, which adds the element of dance. Students may continue to pursue choir, including solo and ensemble opportunities, through Upper School. Band, drumline and strings is available to students in grades 5-12, where students perform an exciting and challenging repertoire at various events, including football games, pep rallies, concerts and festivals. Theatre classes begin in fifth grade. Students explore movement and vocal technique, as well as play creative dramatic games throughout Middle School. In eighth grade, students participate in a full production. Upper School students can choose courses in Acting, Musical Theatre or Playwriting. All theatre students write plays that are submitted for competition. Students interested in working backstage or learning lighting and sound can enroll in Technical Theatre. The School’s celebrated ballet program, which counts as an athletic credit in place of PE or organized athletics, begins in fourth grade, culminating senior year. Dance students learn classical ballet and jazz technique and have the opportunity to perform in full-length ballets and student choreography. More than 150 Upper School students in visual and performing arts participate each year in the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest Arts Festival, a three-day festival with 50 other peer schools, presenting students with an opportunity to showcase their work, attend workshops and receive critique from professionals in their field.
SOAR Extended Care and Enrichment
SOAR (Scholastic Opportunities, Arts and Recreation) at Fort Worth Country Day offers students a series of engaging and unique programs outside of the traditional school-day schedule. On school days from 3:10 to 6 p.m., students in SOAR have the opportunity to spark new interests, build upon their existing passions and develop new peer relationships all without having to leave the FWCD campus. Available to students in junior kindergarten through grade 6, SOAR is led by a team of FWCD faculty and staff, accomplished educators and experienced childcare professionals. SOAR Extended Care provides participants with an opportunity to engage in supervised study, recreational, and arts and crafts activities at the conclusion of the regular school day. SOAR Enrichment Programs provide students with specialized instruction and further exploration into and beyond the curriculum. Enrichment programs are updated each semester and include performing arts, sciences, languages, sports, visual arts, STEM and STEAM sessions.
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Summer Camps at FWCD
Fort Worth Country Day hosts a variety of summer camp programs each year that serve as catalysts for generating new skills, friendships and memories. Fort Wonder Summer Camps provide participants with exciting theme-based learning opportunities and activities in an unforgettable environment. Falcon Sports Camps give students an opportunity to explore new athletic endeavors or to further develop their skillsets in their favorite sports. In addition to Fort Wonder Summer Camps and Falcon Sports Camps, FWCD offers summer academic preparation/refresher courses, giving students a fun jumpstart on the year ahead.
Library
Creating lifelong readers while preparing students for college-level research is the goal of the FWCD Library Program. A personal Librarian with an advanced degree in library science serves each division. A full-time Library Assistant supports the librarian team. Their backgrounds in education and library services at the K-12 level provide students with a rich resource. FWCD maintains two libraries that offer more than 35,000 print books as well as a collection of ebooks, audiobooks and research databases suitable for all ages.
Technology
FWCD’s technology is fully integrated into the curriculum at FWCD. Students utilize modern tools to enhance the academic program. A dedicated group of technology professionals provide support and services to the entire Fort Worth Country Day community. In Lower School, iPads and interactive whiteboard technology are a part of every teacher’s classroom. There is also a full iPad lab, and the library features laptops for student use. Lower School teachers use technology to enhance the educational experiences of students, integrating technical tools into their lessons in appropriate and meaningful ways. In Middle School, all students purchase an iPad as a school supply and bring it to school every day. The iPad Coordinator supports teachers and students, guiding and facilitating the use of the iPads, which allows students to grow and experiment using technology in the classroom. There is also a dedicated computer lab in the Middle School, and all teachers have interactive whiteboard technology in their classrooms. In Upper School, students bring their own laptop to school each day. Laptop computers are used as an extension of the academic program. Research, writing, design, collaboration and communication are hallmarks of the Fort Worth Country Day technology programs. FWCD supports a fully wireless campus with broad, public Wi-Fi access across all buildings and fields. Internet connectivity is supplied through a 1GB circuit and supports more than 700 desktop and laptop computers. Teachers have access to many educational software titles, as well as Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and many more. A Faculty Initiative in Technology program allows teachers to continually develop new teaching strategies involving technology integration. A distance-learning lab allows
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students and teachers to engage in selected courses offered by the Malone Schools Online Network (see page 12) and to collaborate with worldwide peers. The TEAM Room (Technology Engineering Art Maker) is a dedicated makerspace available to teachers in every grade for classroom activities and projects. The School’s website, fwcd.org, serves as a public viewbook. There is also a private login section of the website that serves as a portal for all FWCD communication. Parents, students, alumni and faculty/staff can access teacher and athletic web pages, report cards, assignments, schedules, and directory and calendar information—all online. Electronic newsletters, as well as social media feeds, provide additional ways to keep up-to-date on all campus activities. An auto-dialer, Connect 5, notifies all families of emergencies or closings on campus.
Parent Involvement
FWCD parents are offered a number of ways to become involved in the life of the School. Organizations such as the Parent Faculty Association (PFA), Falcon Club and Supporting CAST (Creative Arts Students and Teachers) allow parents and grandparents opportunities to give their time and talents in efforts to help fulfill the purpose of the School.
Alumni Association
At more than 4,000 members strong, the FWCD Alumni Association is a vital part of the School. Members often give back to their alma mater by serving in leadership roles, giving to The FWCD Fund (the School’s annual fund), and volunteering on campus and beyond. FWCD alumni remain engaged through gatherings such as Homecoming/Alumni Weekend, Falcons on the Road and various alumni sporting events, and they stay connected through Alumni Relations communications, social media, the Falconer magazine and campus visits.
Annual Giving
The FWCD Fund, the School's annual fund, provides the School with the flexibility to respond to immediate opportunities to keep FWCD growing and thriving. The tradition of giving at FWCD has always been important and demonstrates the loyalty, commitment and spirit of the Fort Worth Country Day community. Parents, grandparents, alumni, faculty/staff and friends are asked to contribute to this fund, which exceeded $1 million in income to FWCD last year. This support allows the School to effectively manage the rate of annual tuition increases; design new opportunities and initiatives; and retain and attract remarkable students, distinguished faculty and hard-working staff.
Breakthrough Fort Worth
A nationally affiliated program, Breakthrough Fort Worth at FWCD partners with students from under-resourced communities, providing them a tuition-free series of summer and school year classes/workshops that foster the students’ progression to college. A sixyear process, Breakthrough empowers youth in grades 7 through 12 to build academic confidence, leadership skills and knowledge for the college admission process. The program also offers a unique and challenging teaching residency for college and high
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school students under the guidance of professional teachers, promoting and inspiring young people to pursue careers in education. Breakthrough is hosted on campus in the “off” hours, and many FWCD Upper School students and alumni serve as leaders in the program each year. Together, FWCD and Breakthrough are helping to reverse educational inequities.
Center for International Studies
Launched in April 2018, the Center for International Studies (CIS) at Fort Worth Country Day serves as the home base for all of Fort Worth Country Day’s international initiatives, including its overseas summer expeditions, exchange opportunities, cultural programs and global competency professional development. The goal of the CIS is to develop in students the skills, confidence and mindset to be successful in today’s (and tomorrow’s) world. The center strives to create authentic experiences for all students that foster global competence, fulfill the School’s mission and create a greater global awareness. Through Fort Worth Sister Cities, students may apply to be part of organized youth exchanges to nine of Fort Worth’s Sister Cities. In 2019, FWCD was honored with Fort Worth Sister Cities’ Eisenhower Award for Organizational Involvement. FWCD is the first independent school to earn the honor, which has been awarded since 2001. Through CIS, FWCD also is one of only 14 schools partnering with Students Shoulderto-Shoulder to provide ethical leadership development through experiential courses. These courses offer unique opportunities to work alongside local non-governmental organizations in nine different locations as they seek to improve conditions in their communities. FWCD families also have opportunities throughout the school year to serve as hosts to an international student or teacher. Students who need financial assistance for any travel opportunities should contact Stephen Blan, Director of the Center for International Studies, at stephen.blan@fwcd.com.
Malone Schools Online Network
Fort Worth Country Day is a founding member of the Malone Schools Online Network (MSON), which provides Upper School students with distance-learning instruction through virtual online classes that enhance FWCD’s curriculum. These courses promote the values of the Malone Family Foundation and are taught by teachers from Malone Schools in the network. The teaching professionals are experts in their fields; many have experience with independent education and share a commitment to excellence, small class sizes and personal relationships. FWCD students in grades 11 and 12 may apply to take MSON courses, which serve as a high school enrichment elective course and meet twice a week during the regular school day. Each course takes a blended approach, combining synchronous instruction, realtime video conferencing seminars with asynchronous instruction, recorded lectures and exercises that students complete outside of class. The result lies somewhere between a “flipped classroom” and a “virtual Harkness table.” Each course has a minimum of six students and a maximum of 16, allowing for a virtual discussion seminar that is delivered in high-definition classroom set ups. In the 2019-20 academic year, 10 FWCD students are enrolled in six of the 33 MSON courses offered. There are 23 schools currently participating in the MSON program.
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Map of Fort Worth Country Day
Security Station Main Entrance Softball Varsity Baseball
Fischer Dining Pavilion
Visitor Parking Lot G Middle School Drop Off
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Field 3
Butler Kindergarten
Varsity Softball
Irrigation Pond
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North Gymnasium
Mason Middle School
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Plant Operations
Ryan Annex
Sid Richardson Gymnasium (Round Gym)
Campus Store
Mason Middle School
Scott Theater
Barrett Havran ’98 Track
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Middle School Science
Field 4
Bryant Irvin
Bass Upper School
One Way
Tech Office
Rosacker Field
Head of School’s Office
Anne R. Bass Lower School
Lou & Nick Martin Campus Center
Sanford Arts Wing
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FWCD Inclusivity Statement Enhancing diversity has been a consistently identified theme by members of the FWCD community. During the 2016-17 academic year, the Board of Trustees’ goals included being more proactive in promoting diversity/inclusivity. More specifically, the Board decided to set a tone, consistent with the School’s defining statements and core values, through the creation of an affirmative diversity statement. FWCD’s Inclusivity Statement was approved by the Board in January 2017. The statement is as follows: At Fort Worth Country Day, we believe that understanding and respecting differences not only inspires compassion and empathy, but also fosters intellectual curiosity and creativity. We embrace the diverse cultures, experiences and perspectives that comprise and enhance our learning environment. We commit to sustaining and growing an intentionally inclusive community.
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