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,
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 ActivityImmediately 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.
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.
Carpool Reminders Thank you for adhering to these community guidelines.
- 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.
- Students may not cross the road to play basketball during carpool or after school
- Please follow the directions of teachers, administrators, and security.
- 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.
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.