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Annual Events

 

At Country Day School, we firmly believe that involving parents in our events is crucial for fostering a strong and vibrant community. We want our families to fully immerse themselves in the Country Day experience and have a blast while doing so!

That’s why we go above and beyond to extend invitations to parents for a variety of exciting events, such as our annual Fall Fest, school picnics, and various celebrations throughout the year. These events provide a fantastic opportunity for parents to connect with one another, engage with our dedicated teachers, and gain insight into their children’s daily experiences at school. So, the next time you receive an invitation for a parent event at Country Day School, be sure to mark your calendar because it’s guaranteed to be an absolute blast!

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    Dippin’ Into the New Year

    What better way to ring in the New Year than with some yummy cookies and a glass of cold milk? We invite you to bring

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    100th Day of School

    Country Day School eagerly anticipates the arrival of the 100th Day of School every year. Starting in August, we diligently

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    Krewe du Country Day Mardi Gras Parade and King Cake Tailgate

    Come and witness the magnificent spectacle of the Krewe du Country Day Wagon Parade! Join us for delectable king cake and…

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    Dr. Seuss’ Birthday

    One of our favorite springtime traditions is Reading Across America with Dr. Seuss! We celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday in a…

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    Easter Egg Hunt

    Every bunny has an egg-stra special time at our Easter Egg Hunt! The children can embark on an exciting adventure, searching for…

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    Week of the Young Child

    Country Day School absolutely adores celebrating the Week of the Young Child! During this special time, we emphasize the…

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Special Visitors

 

Here at Country Day School, we love welcoming special guests from a variety of backgrounds including museum experts, scientists, zookeepers, and community leaders who come to visit and share their knowledge with us.

We even have animal visitors that we are able to observe and touch! Our special guests bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise that inspire creative and critical thinking. These hands-on learning experiences also help to make real-world connections to what the children are learning in the classroom. Children are able attend developmentally appropriate presentations that are tailored to each age group. We believe that welcoming special guests to Country Day School enriches our educational program and we look forward to continuing to invite inspiring individuals to share their passion and expertise with our school community.

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    BREC Zoo Visit

    We have a Zoo-tastic time with BREC! When the Zoo comes to school, we get to dive deep into the fascinating world of animal senses. We have the chance to pet a box turtle, an Eastern Screech Owl, and the most adorable chinchilla you can imagine! We learn facts about all of the animals that come to visit and many others including tortoises, sea turtles, kangaroos, tigers, and beavers! Did you know that animals are protected by their shells and fur? 

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    Ice Cream & Snowball Truck

    During the heat of the summer, one of our favorite ways to cool off is with a visit from the Ice Cream or Snowball Truck! It’s an exciting experience when we get to take turns, practice our manners, and order the sweet treat of our choosing! Of course, we always make sure to follow it up with a heartfelt “thank you!” and a big colorful grin! We love these sticky, sweet treats! 

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    Bluebonnet Swamp

    Chomp, chomp, chomp! Country Day loves the swamp! It’s such a blast to have the fascinating world of our Louisiana swamps brought to our school! We have the incredible opportunity to get up close and personal with some amazing creatures like Maize the corn snake, George the hognose snake, and Snap the wiggly baby alligator! And that’s not all – we also get to explore the lives of other swamp dwellers, from raccoons and nutria to crawfish, foxes, turtles, and so much more! It’s a thrilling adventure that leaves us feeling like true explorers of the wild. We are all SO brave when petting the animals, even braver than some of our teachers!

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    Mounted Patrol

    We have special community visitors come to school to teach us all about the mounted police and how they keep us safe. We learn how to measure horses in “hands,”  what horses like to snack on, how the police officers train the horses to be comfortable around lots of people, and how they wear their shoes. We were very surprised to learn that their shoes don’t tie or velcro! We take turns giving Roux and King lots and lots of pets.

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    LSU Rural Life Museum

    The children of Country Day time travel to 18th and 19th century Louisiana with the LSU Rural Life Museum. We participate in an imaginative and interactive presentation and have the opportunity to put our hands on real-life cultural artifacts. We wake up on a hot Louisiana Monday morning and make breakfast. We pick eggs from the chickens, grind real coffee beans into coffee grounds, make homemade biscuits from scratch, and use pork and herbs to make sausage patties. After a delicious, hearty breakfast, we shave sheep, wind their wool into yarn, and crochet a hat. Then we use our washboard to clean our bonnets and aprons, play with our corn husk dolls, and get dressed to go to town. We have such a fun time pretending to live as our Louisianan ancestors did and learning all about our historical culture! 

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    Fire Truck Visit

    Sound the alarm and grab your gear, the fire truck is here! Look who stopped, dropped, and rolled on over! The Baton Rouge Fire Department visits and teaches us all about fire trucks and fire safety! We get to meet brave firefighters, see them in their special fire safety gear, learn about fire extinguishers, and what to do if we see a real fire. The firefighters walk us through the fire truck and let us sit in their seats! Our favorite part is hearing sirens and seeing the flashing lights when they drive away! 

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Changing the World One Child
at a Time

 

At Country Day School, we are dedicated to instilling in our students the importance of supporting both their school community and the community in the “big world.”

Throughout the year, our families participate in several community outreach programs. This gives our children the chance to see how their actions can make a real difference in other people’s lives. This not only helps them develop compassion and empathy, but it also instills a sense of responsibility and civic duty from a young age. We believe that by encouraging our students to be generous and selfless, we can help create a kinder and more understanding society as they grow up. Join us in shaping our future leaders of tomorrow, who help to make a difference in the lives of others.

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    St. Jude Trike-A-Thon

    Our CDS family has already raised over $35,000 for the kids at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. What an amazing accomplishment! Some of our own families have even…

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    Capital Area Alliance for the Homeless

    Country Day School actively participates in supporting The Capital Area Alliance for the Homeless (CAAH), an organization that holds a special place in our hearts. CAAH…

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    HOPE Ministries

    For over 30 years, Country Day School has proudly organized our Helping Hands Food Drive for the HOPE Ministries Food Pantry. This organization plays a crucial role in ensuring that…

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    Hogs for the Cause

    Hogs for the Cause (Hogs) is an incredible non-profit organization based in New Orleans that offers financial support to families of children battling pediatric brain…

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