CALENDAR OF EVENTS     

Curriculum Nights Launch Successful
Start to the School Year
From Early Childhood to Upper School, parents both new and old, attended Curriculum Night this past week to get a feel for all that is in store for their children this year. Parent comments like “phenomenal,” “awesome,” and “wow” were exchanged freely in the classrooms and hallways. Teachers, too, said the same things about our parents and our kids. We are off to a great start!

The Revolution has Begun
This summer the yearbook, Revolution, won 2nd place in photography and an overall Distinction award from the North Carolina Scholastic Media Association. NCSMA is a state-wide student journalism association, operating out of UNC Chapel Hill. We are very proud of our Upper School students and their solid publication, putting DDS on the student journalism map.

Revolution is in its third year at DDS, and books are currently on sale for $40. You may email Amy Hallman with your order or use online ordering with Jostens. Please contact Amy Hallman with questions at ahallman@davidsonday.org

Academic and Enrichment Center Update
The AEC will be offering an array of creative programs beginning the week of September 14. These programs are a great way to tap into the many talents your children possess. The programs are as followed:

Please contact Candy Mazze (Business Director, AEC) at cmazze@davidsonday.org if you have any questions.

Reminder about DDS Car Clings
This school year, the Town of Davidson Police Department has asked that the administration create numbered car clings to identify staff, family, and student cars.  Each DDS family has two assigned car clings that must be placed on the lower left corner of your windshield, and these will help the administration and the police ensure that your car is permitted to drive in and park in our school lot.  If you have not yet received your family's car clings or need an additional car cling, please pick them up at the reception desk at your earliest convenience.

New Sign-In Procedure
There is a new sign-in table that has been set up to help identify parents/visitors more readily. If you are staying in the building (past the front office area), please sign-in at the “Visitors” book and wear the name tag.
 
If you are picking up your student or dropping off you student while school is in session, then the student needs to be signed in/out on the “Student” sign-in clip board. The clip board that says “Parent Sign-In Ms Farrah’s Class” is ONLY for Ms. Farrah’s half day dismissal students. Please note that at large events (performances, etc.) you will not need to sign in.

Upper School News

College Counseling News
On Monday, August 31st from 6:30-8:00 p.m., we will be having a College Planning Meeting for seniors in the Commons.  Both parents and students are encouraged to attend, as we will be covering important information on this year’s timeline and the application and financial aid processes for the Class of 2010. 

We will also have two colleges to visit us next week:
Wednesday, 9/2 at 11:15 a.m.—Sweet Briar College (women’s college in Sweet Briar, VA)
Friday, 9/4 at 8:00 a.m.—Sewanee, University of the South (Sewanee, TN)

College Counseling meetings will be held in Ms. Rand’s office, and students who are interested in meeting with college representatives should speak to Ms. Rand and their classroom teacher for a pass to attend the meeting. 

The SAT registration deadline for the October 10th exam is September 9th (registration is available at www.collegeboard.com), and the ACT registration deadline for the October 24th exam is September 18th (registration is available at www.actstudent.org).  

If you have any questions regarding college counseling and career planning, please feel free to contact Meaghan Rand at mrand@davidsonday.org or at (704) 237-5222.

Omar Caldwell Receives Media Attention
When it comes to the definition of a quality student-athlete, you don’t have to look any further than our very own Omar Caldwell. The Charlotte Post wrote an article on the exemplary humanitarian service that Omar does with children in West Africa while starring as an all-conference goalie in soccer. One look at the article and it will help validate the wonderful integrity Omar shows on the field and off the field. Click here to read the article

  
Meagan Waldrip and Kat MacLeod Take Biology to the Next Level
While many students spent their summer traveling, shopping, and waterskiing, Meagan Waldrip and Kat MacLeod had a very unique summer of their own. Meagan spent the summer interning at UNCC’s Department of Biology. She worked with graduate students on several different projects such as creating buffers for experiments, as well as maintaining the upkeep on equipment designed for field study.

Kat spent her summer interning at the North Carolina Research campus in Kannapolis. Her internship was quite challenging as she studied polymerase chain reaction; which is a replication of DNA. “Interning with the NC Research campus was an amazing experience,” said Kat. “Having this experience made me realize that I definitely want to work in a lab when I establish my career. It’s something that I love doing.”

Congratulations to both Meagan and Kat on a job well done! 

A Slumdog Success
Last Friday night was the first Upper School Social Night. Approximately 15 students watched Slumdog Millionaire and enjoyed pizza and soda with their friends.

Middle School News

Middle School International Trip Planned
There will be another meeting for Grade 7 and 8 parents who are interested in having their children go on the exchange program trip to Nova Scotia, Canada from October 9th-17th. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 2nd at 6:30 in room 409 -Madame Geiger's room. All parents interested in having their child participate MUST be present. Any questions please contact Madame Geiger via email at sgeiger@davidsonday.org.

No Middle School Social
There will not be a middle school social this Friday, August 28th. Please stay tuned as we will inform you of the first middle school social in the month of September.

Lower School News

Practice Makes Perfect
This week, for the first time in school history, the Lower School were the first group of students to test out the new side-wall basketball hoops in the gym. The PE teachers were able to witness some future basketball stars in the making! With the ability to lower the rings to 8ft, our lower school students can now fully develop their skills, understanding and knowledge of the game. In just a few weeks time, all lower school students will be gearing up for the Presidential Physical Fitness Challenge. DDS students continue to shine in this challenge as our students become stronger, faster and jump higher!

It’s All About Courage
All 4th graders thoroughly enjoyed the book “Courage” by Bernard Waber. This book introduces to readers the concept that there are many different levels of courage: awesome courage, everyday courage, the courage to say no and many more. The book is nicely illustrated and serves as a very nice reminder to kids that it’s great to have courage in difficult times.

Sports News

Football at Davidson Day Gets Kicked Off in a Major Way
The Middle School Football team won their first game in team history by defeating Statesville Christian School 20-6. Backed by a large and spirited contingent of fans, the team just refused to be denied. Congratulations to the coaching staff and the entire team on an impressive win.

Davidson Day Athletics Get Involved With the Community
Members of the Davidson Day School varsity volleyball and boys’ soccer teams offered a helping hand recently to the Ada Jenkins Center, working in the Loaves & Fishes food pantry and preparing classrooms for the center’s after-school program. Both teams were profiled in last Friday’s edition of the Lake Norman Citizen for their community service. This is a great example of how our student-athletes exemplify great character both on and off the court.

Athletic Calendar
Aug. 28th- Boys Varsity Soccer Davidson Day @ United Faith Christian Academy (3:30 PM)
Aug. 28th- Girls Middle School Volleyball Davidson Day @ United Faith Christian Academy (4:00 PM)
Aug. 28th- Girls Varsity Volleyball Davidson Day @ United Faith Christian Academy (5:00 PM)
Aug. 28th- Girls Varsity Tennis Davidson Day @ Gaston Day School (4:30 PM)
Aug. 31st- Middle School Cross Country Davidson Day @ Woodlawn School (4:00 PM)
Sep. 1st- Girls Varsity Tennis Gaston Day School @ Davidson Day (3:30 PM)
Sept. 1st- Boys Middle School Football Davidson Day @ Carmel Baptist School (5:00 PM)
Sept. 1st- Boys Varsity Soccer Davidson Day @ Hickory Grove Baptist Church (5:00 PM)
Sep. 3rd-- Girls Varsity Tennis Southlake Christian Academy @ Davidson Day (3:30 PM)
Sep. 3rd - Middle School Soccer Woodlawn School @ Davidson Day (4:00 PM)
Sept. 3rd- Girls Middle School Volleyball Davidson Day @ Victory Christian Center (4:00 PM)
Sept. 3rd- Girls Varsity Volleyball Davidson Day @ Victory Christian Center (5:00 PM)

Volunteer News

Davidson Day School and the Patriot’s Athletic Club are looking for volunteers for after school concessions and all home sports games. If you are interested in showing your Patriot pride by volunteering, please contact Heidi Uszenski (Co-chair, Concessions) at (704) 962-9929 or hju62@mi-connection.com. Remember, volunteers make it happen!

Parent Council’s first meeting is being held Wednesday, Sept 3 at 8:30 a.m. at Davidson Day.  Please contact Parent Council President, Whitney Yates for more information at whitneyyates@bellsouth.net.