Middle Division Notes

Middle Division Notes

Dear Middle Division Families,

SoulCraft Kickoff this Wednesday! 
As we have in years past, the Student Support Services Department collaborates with our Campus Clergy to customize our Social Emotional Learning curriculum, which includes lessons from Second Step, to address and meet the current support needs of our students. Throughout this school year, students in Middle Division will be diving deeper into the following areas:
  • Mindset and Goals
  • Developing a Positive Sense of Self
  • Thoughts, Emotions, and Decisions
  • Managing Relationships and Social Conflict
Each week, the SoulCraft topic will be included in Division Notes, along with some follow-up discussion questions, should you wish to continue the conversation at home with your child. We are so thankful to partner with families as we help students grow and navigate their relationships with family and friends! 

In this together,

Sara Zedlitz
Middle Division Director
zedlitzs@casady.org
Jake Staats
Middle Division Assistant Director
staatsj@casady.org

Additional Information

Gmail and Blackbaud
Due to a Gmail update, Casady's email provider Blackbaud experienced an issue last week that caused official Casady communications to appear as only a clickable link, and in some cases to be marked as suspicious. Blackbaud has announced that this issue has been resolved. If you are still experiencing any difficulties, please alert news@casady.org.
 
Please click the links below to be taken to a webpage that has links to each of the School's official communications from last week.

Casady Engagement and Eligibility 
Concurrent with our entrance into the Oklahoma Secondary Schools Activities Association (OSSAA) in 2023, Casady established the following Eligibility Requirements for Student Participation in all extra-curricular competitions, workshops, clinics, conferences, contests, and performances. These activities include, but are not limited to, athletics, theater, instrumental and vocal music activities, and competitive clubs like Science Olympiad and Math Counts.

Eligibility will be checked weekly. A student must be passing all subjects (60%) to be able to participate in extracurriculars and sporting competitions. If a student is not passing all subjects, they will be placed on Eligibility Probation for the next one-week period (Monday-Sunday). During the Eligibility Probation period, the student may continue to participate fully in all activities and events. If the student is still failing one or more classes at the next grade check, the student will be ineligible for the next one-week period. 

With all of that said, we also understand that this is a learning experience. There might be bumps along the way, and we are all here to support your student! 

Twister Yearbook Photo Day
On Wednesday, Sept. 10, we will take our Twister Yearbook photos. Please be sure your student wears a navy shirt with the Casady crest for the pictures. Order forms were handed out in Advisory/DEAR last Friday, or they can be ordered online from J.Holland Photography.

Dietary Restrictions
If your student has any dietary restrictions or needs a vegetarian or vegan meal, please have them contact Mrs. Goodwin, who will share the information with the FLIK Dining staff. You can also indicate food allergies on your medical forms.

Health Concerns
If your student has a medical condition or a specific health concern, and you have questions regarding documentation, please contact healthservices@casady.org. Nurse Kinchen coordinates communication and support with our athletic training staff. 

Fifth Grade Retreat
Fifth grade is excited to embark on our annual overnight camping trip to St. Crispin's Campground in Wewoka! The adventure will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 24, with a return on Thursday, Sept. 25.
 
2025-26 After School Care Registration
Registration for After School Care is now open. Families can register for these Programs through the Extended Programs Registration on MyCasady. For more information, click here, or contact Extended Programs Manager Joella Pearson.

This Week’s Uniform Reminders
Your student must be in proper uniform each day. Thank you for partnering with us and helping your student to meet these expectations. 
  • Monday - Regular Uniform
  • Tuesday - Regular Uniform
  • Wednesday - Regular Uniform
  • Thursday - Regular Uniform
  • Friday - Spirit Day

Upcoming Important Dates

September
  • Sept. 10: Twister Yearbook Picture Day!
  • Sept. 24-25: Fifth Grade Class Retreat
  • Sept. 26: Student Led Conferences

MD Notes Archive

List of 6 items.

  • Sept. 1

    Dear Middle Division Families,

    School is well and truly underway! As we move into September, we wanted to highlight a few key pieces of information. 

    House Competitions
    Let the Games Begin! We sorted our Houses last Friday. Now that all new students and faculty are sorted, we will begin to look toward our first round of competitions. Houses earn points through competition, character points, and involvement in service activities. Our prefects are hard at work planning fun activities, and our first event will be focused on getting to know our fellow house members. A big thank you to our eighth grade prefects, Señorita Bertels, Mrs. Staats, and Mr. Staats, for all their hard work designing the programming for Friday! We had a great day kicking off our house competitions for the school year.

    Teacher Introduction Letters
    Last week, your student's teachers sent introductory letters highlighting the particular details of their classes, strategies for student success, and links to their course guidelines. Please take a moment to review those so that you have an understanding of your student’s experience in each of their classes. We look forward to welcoming you to the building in October!

    Lunch
    As we continue to learn routines, one of the biggest adjustments is lunch. Family-style lunch is a beloved hallmark of our community, and it’s a lot to get used to in the beginning! All students are assigned to a lunch table, and each table is led by a faculty member. Students from all four grades are randomly assigned a table, and we rotate approximately every two weeks. We do this so that no student has to walk into lunch and wonder where and with whom they’re going to sit, and by shuffling the grades, we create community and encourage students to build relationships with faculty members as well as students beyond their friend group and grade-level peers

    Carpool
    Carpool continues to improve, and we thank you for your continued patience, grace, and good humor. The safety of our students is paramount, so please help us by remembering the following:
    1. Please do not be on your phone in our carpool lanes.
    2. The middle lane is for moving traffic. Students will load cars in the designated carpool lane closest to McClendon and inside the circle by the flagpole.
    3. Don’t forget you can exit campus through the delivery entrance by the tennis courts!
    4. Please do not park and/or leave your car in the carpool lane during carpool times.
    5. Do not stop by McClendon if there is room in the circle to keep going. Pull All The Way Up!

    In this together,

    Sara Zedlitz
    Middle Division Director
    zedlitzs@casady.org
    Jake Staats
    Middle Division Assistant Director
    staatsj@casady.org




    Author Visit

    Aaron Reynolds, author of best-selling books "Creepy Carrots" and "Creepy Pair of Underwear," is coming to Casady on Sept. 4 to speak with students in grades 2-5 about his new chapter book, "Troubling Tonsils." Your student has an opportunity to purchase signed copies of Aaron Reynolds's books.

    Use this link to order signed copies of his books.
    Aaron Reynolds' order form

    If you have questions about the author visit or the book purchase, please contact our librarian Laura Kendall.

    Dietary Restrictions
    If your student has any dietary restrictions or needs a vegetarian or vegan meal, please have them contact Ms. Infantino, who will share the information with the FLIK Dining staff. You can also indicate food allergies on your medical forms.

    Health Concerns
    If your student has a medical condition or a specific health concern, and you have questions regarding documentation, please contact healthservices@casady.org. Nurse Kinchen coordinates communication and support with our athletic training staff. 

    Circle the State with Song
    Auditions for Circle The State with Song will be held during fifth and sixth grade study hall from 3:15-4:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 2, in the choir room. For questions or more information, email Mrs. Knous or click on this link.

    Fifth Grade Retreat

    The fifth grade is excited to embark on our annual overnight camping trip to St. Crispin's Campground in Wewoka! The adventure will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 24, with a return on Thursday, Sept. 25.

    During the trip, students will enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, archery, team-building exercises, and more. Students will stay in cabins, with a parent chaperone or teacher supervising each group at all times. We’re grateful to our dedicated teachers and parent volunteers who will be joining us as chaperones. More detailed information about camp will be provided as the date approaches. We can’t wait for this memorable experience!

    2025-26 After School Care Registration
    Registration for After School Care is now open. Families can register for these Programs through the Extended Programs Registration on MyCasady. For more information, click here, or contact Extended Programs Manager Joella Pearson.

    This Week’s Uniform Reminders
    Your student must be in proper uniform each day. Thank you for partnering with us and helping your student to meet these expectations. 
    • Tuesday - Regular Uniform
    • Wednesday - Regular Uniform
    • Thursday - Regular Uniform
    • Friday - Spirit Day
  • Aug. 24

    Dear Middle Division Families,

    What a great start to the new school year! We are excited to welcome your students to the building and get to know them. As we get back into the school year groove, please keep in mind the following guidelines and expectations. 

    Early Care 
    We have two faculty members who provide early care supervision starting at 7:30 a.m. The building will be locked until 7:30 a.m. 

    Carpool
    We know that no one likes to wait in the line, and I know that patience can wear thin. To help us be as efficient as possible and, most importantly, ensure the safety of your student, please follow these community guidelines:
    • Follow the directions of administration, faculty, and security.
    • Regardless of the weather, pull all the way up to the Casady crest by the cupboard before stopping to load or unload your student.
    • Do not let or ask your student to get out of the car before entering the carpool circle. It slows the whole line down.
    • Students who get out on the island must wait to use the crosswalk until Mr. Staats or Mrs. Zedlitz wave them across.
    • Do not be on your phone in the carpool line.
    • Students may not load or unload in the middle lane.
    • Students should be ready to get out of the car in the morning. Please pull through and park if they need more time to get organized. 

    Absences
    Our MD Handbook outlines the following philosophy and expectations regarding student absences:
     
    Our program is holistic, and we value each piece of the school day and trust that our families, in choosing Casady, do so as well. Participating in the fullness of the day's activities with their peers matters for middle schoolers. Excused or otherwise, excessive absences and/or tardies are detrimental to student learning. As such, families are expected to make every effort to have their students here, on time, each day. 

    If you are planning trips outside of our calendared breaks, it’s important to understand that this can cause additional stress for your students. Teachers may not be able to provide work ahead, and students should anticipate managing makeup assessments, missed lessons, and assignments. Communicating these absences ahead of time and emailing Mrs.Goodwin will help us support your student. 

    Late Arrival/Early Departure
    For the safety and security of all students, it is our policy that a parent or guardian must personally sign out their student in the main office if they need to leave School early for any reason. Likewise, for late arrival, we ask that you sign in your student. Thank you for your support and cooperation in keeping our School a safe environment for everyone!

    Lastly, don’t forget this Friday is an early, 11:30 a.m. dismissal. We hope you enjoy a happy Labor Day weekend! 

    In this together,

    Sara Zedlitz
    Middle Division Director
    zedlitzs@casady.org
    Jake Staats
    Middle Division Assistant Director
    staatsj@casady.org


    Notes from the Parent Orientation Sessions
    Here are the slides from Orientation. Please reach out if you have any questions! 

    Sixth-Eighth Grade Orientation Slides
    Fifth Grade Orientation Slides

    Fifth Grade Retreat
    The fifth grade is excited to embark on our annual overnight camping trip to St. Crispin's Campground in Wewoka! The adventure will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 24, with a return on Thursday, Sept. 25.

    During the trip, students will enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, archery, team-building exercises, and more. Students will stay in cabins, with a parent chaperone or teacher supervising each group at all times. We’re grateful to our dedicated teachers and parent volunteers who will be joining us as chaperones. More detailed information about camp will be provided as the date approaches. We can’t wait for this memorable experience!

    Author Visit

    Aaron Reynolds, author of best-selling books "Creepy Carrots" and "Creepy Pair of Underwear," is coming to Casady on Sept. 4 to speak with students in grades 2-5 about his new chapter book, "Troubling Tonsils." Your student has an opportunity to purchase signed copies of Aaron Reynolds's books.

    Use this link to order signed copies of his books.
    Aaron Reynolds' order form

    If you have questions about the author visit or the book purchase, please contact our librarian Laura Kendall.

    Parent Information Meeting for Eighth Grade Washington D.C. Trip
    Please join us Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Fee Theater for a parent information night in anticipation of the eighth grade Washington, D.C. trip. For parents who cannot attend, the presentation will be shared after the presentation. 

    2025-26 After School Care Registration
    Registration for After School Care is now open. Families can register for these Programs through the Extended Programs Registration on MyCasady. For more information, click here, or contact Extended Programs Manager Joella Pearson.

    This Week’s Uniform Reminders
    Your student must be in proper uniform each day. Thank you for partnering with us and helping your student to meet these expectations. 
    • Monday (Orientation) - Regular Uniform
    • Tuesday - Regular Uniform
    • Wednesday - Regular Uniform
    • Thursday - Regular Uniform
    • Friday - House Sorting Day
      • Please wear your House Spirit Day Attire. Please remember that spirit days are designed to celebrate our wonderful Casady Community.  If you have not been sorted into a house, wear regular Spirit Day.
  • Aug. 17

    Dear Middle Division Families,

    Welcome to a new school year!

    We all have a lot of feelings about School. Everyone has a story about a moment, a friend, a teacher who shaped them in some way, for better or for worse.

    The beginning of school is an exciting time, and for many it brings lots of questions as well: Will I get along with my classmates? Who will my people be? Will I still have the same friends? What am I good at? What if it’s too hard? What will my teachers be like? These questions are amplified for new students starting at a new school. 

    Dr. Lisa Damour, author of The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, talks about helping students to frame their feelings or worries. She reminds us that it’s normal to feel anxiety about change or a new experience. The right kind of stress or anxiety is the kind that’s situational; it helps keep us alert and gives us an edge as we move into a test or challenging moment. Taking the time to talk to our kids about going back to school, getting their supplies, preparing a workspace, establishing routines, and talking about what to expect can help ensure that the stress or anxiety our kids feel is the right kind and right amount. Most importantly, it allows them to enjoy the fun, the possibilities, and the excitement of a new school year. There is so much good ahead! 

    Each year, I find myself saying, with greater consternation, “Where does the time go?” My hope for you this summer, as the days rushed by, is that you found time to be still, time to enjoy being together, time away, time to laugh, and time to refresh. We are certainly looking forward to having students back on campus and are excited to see you all in the carpool line! Remember to pull all the way up

    In this together,

    Sara Zedlitz
    Middle Division Director
    zedlitzs@casady.org
    Jake Staats
    Middle Division Assistant Director
    staatsj@casady.org


    Wizard of Oz Auditions
    Casady Theatre will present the timeless classic, "The Wizard of Oz!" Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.

    Auditions will be on Thursday, Aug. 21, 6:00-8:00 p.m. for Upper Division and 4:00-5:30 p.m. for Middle Division in Fee Theater, with callbacks on Monday, Aug. 25, 6:00-8:00 p.m. (UD) and 4:00-5:30 pm (MD). If your student is interested, please have them look through the MD Audition Packet!

    Back to School Information and Orientation
    This year, Orientation Day for all grades will be tomorrow, Monday, Aug. 18. Students will receive their schedules, meet with their teachers and advisory groups, review building and technology procedures and plans for the year, and organize their materials. 

    Orientation Times
    • Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade
      • 8:15-9:30 a.m.
      • Parents Only in Fee Theater starting at 8:30 a.m.
    • Fifth Grade
      • 1:00-3:00 p.m.
      • Parents and Students will begin in Fee Theater together

    Eighth Grade Community Building Activity
    Immediately following student orientation, eighth grade students will travel to Threshold Climbing to participate in team-building activities and enjoy time together. If you have not filled out the waiver for your student yet, here is the link again. They will return to campus for lunch and locker setup. Please contact Fiona Vincent-Diaz or Elizabeth Bertels with any questions. 

    Author Visit
    Aaron Reynolds, author of best-selling books "Creepy Carrots" and "Creepy Pair of Underwear," is coming to Casady on Sept. 4 to speak with students in grades 2-5 about his new chapter book, "Troubling Tonsils." Your student has an opportunity to purchase signed copies of Aaron Reynolds's books.

    Use this link to order signed copies of his books.
    Aaron Reynolds' order form

    If you have questions about the author visit or the book purchase, please contact our librarian Laura Kendall.

    Parent Information Meeting for Eighth Grade Washington D.C. Trip
    Please join us Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Fee Theater for a parent information night in anticipation of the eighth grade Washington, D.C. trip. For parents who cannot attend, the presentation will be shared after the presentation. 

    2025-26 After School Care Registration
    Registration for After School Care is now open. Families can register for these Programs through the Extended Programs Registration on MyCasady. For more information, click here, or contact Extended Programs Manager Joella Pearson.

    Carpool Reminders 
    Thank you for adhering to these community guidelines.
    1. Regardless of the weather, pull all the way up to the Casady crest by the Casady Cupboard before stopping to load or unload your student.
    2. Students may not cross the road to play basketball during carpool or after school
    3. Please follow the directions of teachers, administrators, and security.
    4. Do not be on your phone in the carpool line.
    5. Students may not load or unload in the middle lane.
    6. Students should be ready to get out of the car in the morning. Please pull through and park if they need more time to get organized. 

    This Week’s Uniform Reminders
    Your student must be in proper uniform each day. Thank you for partnering with us and helping your student to meet these expectations. 
    • Monday (Orientation) - Fifth, sixth, and seventh grade will be in normal clothes. Eighth graders will need athletic clothing for rock climbing.
    • Tuesday - No School!
    • Wednesday - Regular Uniform
    • Thursday - Regular Uniform
    • Friday - Spirit Day.
      • Please remember that spirit days are designed to celebrate our wonderful Casady Community. We expect students to adhere to the “spirit” of the day by being in Casady-branded clothing, or they may choose to wear their uniform. 
  • Aug. 3 - Back to School Orientation

    Dear Middle Division Families,

    We hope this finds you in good health, enjoying days of peace as well as fun times with family and friends. While still a ways off, we are anticipating the start of school and want to provide you with information to help in the summer-to-school transition.

    Much of the important information for the upcoming academic year is available on MyCasady, including the most up-to-date calendar, and can be found by logging into MyCasady and navigating to the “MD Forms and Resources” tile on the Resource Board If you have difficulty finding any forms or back-to-school information on the website or have questions, please contact Mrs. Goodwin in the Middle Division Office.

    Summer To-Do List
    1. Medical Forms: Please ensure that you have completed all required medical forms through August Schools. You can access August Schools through the Resource Board page on MyCasady. 
    2. Summer Reading: Middle Division students should be reading their Summer Reading books. Summer Reading Requirements are listed on the website. Remind your students to log their reading in Beanstack!
    3. School Supplies: Each grade’s supply list is posted on the MyCasady “MD Forms and Resources” Board. Pre-ordered supply kits will be delivered to the pods by Orientation on August 18. As your student shops for locker decorations and supplies. Keep in mind that our lockers are wooden, and students may not use adhesives to attach decorations to their lockers.
    4. School Books: Middle Division textbooks are available from the online bookstore and accessed from the MyCasady “MD Forms and Resources” Board. Note: Some resources, like novels for English, will be given to the students during the school year and book-billed.
    5. Uniforms: Uniforms are available for purchase through Flynn O’Hara. We appreciate you taking the time to read and review the Uniform Guidelines with your student. We also have some gently used uniforms in the MD office, so come on by! The Athletic Department hands out PE uniforms on the first day of school.
    6. Casady Cupboard: Casady Cupboard is online and open in Calvert. This is the place to buy Casady spirit wear and other branded items. It will be open in Calvert Hall during Orientation, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
    7. MyCasady: Double-check that you and your student can log in to MyCasady. This will give you access to a variety of resources, and, once school starts, your student's academic information and progress. Email helpdesk@casady.org with any questions. 

    Back-to-School Information and Orientation
    Orientation Day for all grades will be Monday, Aug. 18.

    Middle Division Orientations are information sessions for both parents and students, followed by student-only programming led by grade-level teams. Students will meet their advisors, set up their lockers, get their schedules, and have the opportunity to reconnect with their peers and ask questions about the upcoming year.

    Orientation Times
    • Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade: 8:15-9:45 a.m.; parents should plan to be in Fee from 8:15-9:30 a.m.
      • Eighth graders will participate in a team-building activity at Threshold Climbing and have lunch on campus. They will be done around 1:00 p.m. Please watch for an email with more details and a waiver.
    • Fifth Grade: 1:00-3:00 p.m.; parents should plan to be in Fee from 1:00-2:30 p.m.

    CPO Representatives
    We are very thankful for the volunteer service of our grade-level CPO representatives. We meet together regularly, and they are an excellent resource for you throughout the year. Watch for their emails. Please feel free to contact your grade rep if you have any “Back to School” questions.
      
    Middle Division Chair: Amy Fischer

    Enjoy your final days of summer; we look forward to seeing you in the carpool line! 

    In this together,

    Sara Zedlitz
    Middle Division Director
    zedlitzs@casady.org
    Jake Staats
    Middle Division Assistant Director
    staatsj@casady.org


    School Day: Introductory Information
    Smart Devices
    To protect our students' attention and focus, encourage community, and foster a culture of play and connection, our Middle Division is a cellphone/smartwatch-free building. Constant social media, text, and email notifications are distracting and have the potential to create additional anxiety; therefore, students may not use or wear smartwatches or smartphones. All smart devices, including smartwatches, must remain off and in backpacks during the Middle Division day. Students will only be allowed to use their devices after 4:00 p.m. to facilitate pickup. If a student is using a device outside of the approved times, it will be held in the office until the end of the day. We expect and appreciate parent support in this important matter. 

    McClendon Building Security
    Each day, our exterior doors are locked intermittently during peak capacity times. Faculty use ID badges to unlock all doors. All visitors are required to check in at the Welcome Center and gain entrance through the main doors, and check in with Mrs. Goodwin. 
     
    Vehicle Identification for Controlled Access to Campus
    Casady School has a vehicle identification system, and decals are available at the Welcome Center or division offices. All vehicles must display a school-issued front windshield decal when coming on campus. Visitors must check in with our Welcome Center. They will be given directions to their destination and asked to check in with the appropriate Division Office or building for their visitor ID badge. 

    Morning Drop-Off, Afternoon Carpool, and After School
    Morning Drop-Off
    Students should arrive between 7:40-7:55 a.m. Early care starts at 7:30 a.m. Please do not drop off students before 7:30 a.m. as the building is closed and there is no supervision for students. 

    On Wednesdays, students should arrive between 8:40-8:55 a.m. Early care is provided to families between 7:30-8:00 a.m. Early care is in Calvert Dining Hall and will be monitored by a faculty or staff member. Please do not drop off students before 7:30 a.m. 
     
    Dismissal: Traffic and Carpool Plan
    Please plan to use the MD carpool circle for all pick-ups. Middle Division students may not be picked up at Bennett or the UD campus. Thank you for your cooperation, patience, and flexibility!
    • Fifth and sixth graders are dismissed at 3:40 p.m.
    • Seventh and eighth graders are dismissed immediately after sports between 3:45-3:55 p.m.
    AfterCare Program
    We provide supervised AfterCare from 4:00-6:00 p.m., beginning in Middle Division. At 4:50 p.m., students remaining in Middle Division will be walked to Nichols Activity Center. Students must be picked up from After School Care no later than 6:00 p.m. There will be a $1.00 per minute late fee charged to your account for any pickups occurring after 6:00 p.m. The late fee will be billed to your Blackbaud account and added to your next monthly payment. Registration will be through the Extended Programs portal on the MyCasady Resource Board. Registration is now open.

    Cyclone Express
    Cyclone Express uses the same Extended Programs Registration platform as all After School programs. Registration for the Cyclone Express closed on Aug. 1. Please contact Joella Pearson if you have questions about transportation for your student.

    For further details regarding Middle Division policies and guidelines, please review our Middle Division Parent and Student Handbook with your student. 
  • July 15 - Mid Summer Update

    Dear Middle Division Families,

    MD Orientation Day: Aug. 18
    Middle Division Orientations begin with an information session for both parents and students, followed by student-only programming led by grade-level teams. Students will meet their advisors, set up their lockers, get their schedules, and have the opportunity to reconnect with their peers and ask questions about the upcoming year.
    • Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade Orientation
      • Parent Orientation Session
        • 8:30-9:30 a.m.
        • Fee Theater
      • Sixth and Seventh Grade Student Orientation Session
        • 8:30-10:00 a.m.
        • Fee Theater, then grade level locations
      • Eighth Grade Student Orientation & Team Building Session
        • 8:30-1:30 p.m.
        • Fee Theater, then grade level locations
    • Fifth Grade Orientation
      • Parent Orientation Session
        • 1:00-2:00 p.m.
        • Fee Theater
      • Fifth Grade Student Orientation Session
        • 1:00-3:00 p.m.
        • Fee Theater, then grade level location

    Technology OnBoarding Session
    All rising fifth graders and new students must participate Technology OnBoarding sessions. If you’ve not done so already, please follow this link to sign up for a session. In the session, students will be introduced to their Chromebooks and learn how to responsibly navigate key tools such as Google Drive, Gmail, and other School-supported platforms. We’ll also emphasize digital citizenship—helping students understand how to communicate effectively, stay safe online, and use technology in meaningful ways. This onboarding ensures your student starts the year with confidence and the skills needed for success in a tech-integrated environment. There is no charge for this session.

    If you have not previously registered for any of the School’s Extended Programs, this step-by-step guide will assist you in creating an account. 

    Wizard of Oz Auditions
    Casady Theatre will present the timeless classic, The Wizard of Oz! Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
     
    Auditions will be Thursday, Aug. 21, 6:00-8:00 p.m. for Upper Division and 4:00-5:30 p.m. for Middle Division in Fee Theater, with callbacks on Monday, Aug. 25, 6:00-8:00 p.m. (UD) and 4:00-5:30 pm (MD).
     
    Here is a link to the MD Audition Packet!
     
    Performances are Nov. 13-15 at 7:00 p.m. and Nov. 16 at 2:00 p.m.

    Calendar
    Here is the 2025-26 Academic Calendar. We will use the Sunday Division Notes to communicate grade level and building wide details throughout the year. 
     
    Summer Reading
    All MD students have required Summer Reading activities. The summer reading can be found on the Middle Division Resource Board.
     
    School Supplies
    If you were not able to order your school supplies via 1st Day School Supply before the deadline on July 1, please remember to purchase your student's school supplies before Orientation. Lists are available on the MD Resource Board.  Please note: there are a few items that you will also need to purchase independently (e.g locker mates).
     
    In this together,

    Sara Zedlitz
    Middle Division Director
    zedlitzs@casady.org
    Jake Staats
    Middle Division Assistant Director
    staatsj@casady.org
  • June 13 - Early Summer Reminders

    Dear Middle Division Families,

    Calendar
    Here is the 2025-26 Academic Calendar. We will use the Sunday note to communicate grade level and building wide details throughout the year. 
     
    Technology On Boarding Session
    In Middle Division, technology is an essential part of their learning journey. In this session, students will be introduced to their Chromebooks and learn how to responsibly navigate key tools such as Google Drive, Gmail, and other School-supported platforms. We’ll also emphasize digital citizenship—helping students understand how to communicate effectively, stay safe online, and use technology in meaningful ways. This onboarding ensures your student starts the year with confidence and the skills needed for success in a tech-integrated environment. 

    All new students and rising fifth graders should sign up for this session. Please follow this link to sign up. There is no charge for this session. If you have not previously registered for any of the School’s Extended Programs, this step-by-step guide will assist you in creating an account. 
     
    Summer Reading
    All MD students have required Summer Reading activities. The summer reading can be found on the Middle Division Resource Board.
     
    School Supplies
    If you want to order your school supplies via 1st Day School Supply, here is the link. The deadline to order them through 1st Day is July 1. Please note: there are a few items that you will need to purchase independently (e.g locker mates). To buy school supplies yourself, lists are available on the MD Resource Board.  
     
    In this together,

    Sara Zedlitz
    Middle Division Director
    zedlitzs@casady.org
    Jake Staats
    Middle Division Assistant Director
    staatsj@casady.org

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Casady School is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory, Episcopal day school serving students in pre-k-12. Educating Mind, Body, and Spirit.
Casady School is a PreK-12, independent, college preparatory Episcopal day school committed to deeper-level learning. Casady School welcomes a student body that reflects the diversity of the world around us and therefore does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, nationality, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletics, and other school-administered programs generally accorded or made available to students at the School.