We view school as a collaborative experience for and by many, rather than simply an exercise in individual achievement. It is our heartfelt belief that the vitality of our community depends on the active participation of everyone in it. Families are involved as partners in their children's education and contribute their time and talents in a number of different ways, depending upon their interests, abilities and availability. Some parents read to the children in the classroom and drive on field trips, some help coordinate annual school events such as the Country Fair, while others assist with fundraising and marketing.
Getting involved at CDS is a great (and fun) way to develop deeper relationships with other parents and families, with your child's teachers' and with the CDS staff. Parents are encouraged, but not required, to participate in the CDS community in some capacity during the school year by:
- working in partnership with teachers
- contributing time and energy to school events or projects
- offering financial support to the best of their ability
We
invite all CDS families to experience the benefits of becoming actively
involved in our community.