List of 10 news stories.

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  CDS Parent Association Birthday Book Program

  What is the Birthday Book Program? The Birthday Book Program is a CDS Parent Association initiative designed for both the Junior School and Middle/Senior School Libraries. Parents or other family members are invited to donate books in their child’s honour. This donation creates a sense of pride for the child and provides a lasting and valuable contribution to the library. 
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  Serve Up Some Fun with the CDS Parent Association!

  The CDS Parent Association invites all parents to join us for a Tennis Morning on campus.

  
  Whether you’re a beginner picking up a racket for the first time, a casual player, or simply eager to sharpen your game, this is the perfect chance to enjoy some fresh air, meet fellow parents, and have a great time on the court.

  
  Choose from one of our hour-long sessions:

  • Friday, September 26 | 9:00–10:00 am or 10:00–11:00 am
  • Friday, October 3 | 9:00–10:00 am or 10:00–11:00 am

  
  Spaces are limited to keep things fun and active for everyone, and a tennis pro will be on hand to guide play and offer tips.

  
  Click here to reserve your spot on the court and sign an Activity Waiver & Release.  Questions? Please reach out out to us.

  
  Come swing, rally, and connect — we can’t wait to see you there!
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  Record Turnout for Welcome Back BBQ

  We were delighted to welcome so many families back to campus yesterday for our annual Welcome Back BBQ! The sun was shining, spirits were high, and smiles were everywhere! Students, parents, families, faculty, and staff enjoyed reconnecting with old friends and extending a warm welcome to those new to our community.

   

  A heartfelt thank you to our CDS Parent Association for serving at the BBQ and greeting everyone so warmly, and to our dedicated Student Council members for pitching in with the cleanup. Your efforts helped make the event a wonderful start to the school year!

   

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  Welcome Back CDS!

  The Country Day School campus is already buzzing with activity – though we’re still missing the most important component of all: our students! We are counting down the days until they arrive next week.

   

  As shared in our Summer Mailing, we are delighted to welcome a number of exceptional new faculty members to our community this year. You’ll be introduced to them in next week’s Backpack. In addition, our Middle School, Student Services Centre, Community Relations Office and Robotics Lab have undergone impressive refreshes. We will share photos next week of all of these venues in action.
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  Join us for 2025 Ladies' Day

  Join us for 2025 Ladies' Day at Marzilli Estates - Thursday, September 18th
  
  Unwind and reconnect with yourself and friends. Includes;
  Asana Yoga Class
  Sound Bath Healing
  Restorative Somatic Yoga
  Breakfast, lunch, snacks and smoothies
  
  Tickets are limited. Cost is $190 per person.
  
  Register Today
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  Annual Grad Breakfast

  Yesterday morning, our GYs and their parents honoured what has become an annual CDS tradition of being “walked to school” one final time for the annual Grad Breakfast. Everyone enjoyed gathering for lively conversation and photo-ops with faculty members and friends in advance of the end-of-year Middle/Senior School Assembly.

   

  We have retired faculty member Mr. Steve McCutcheon to thank for this lovely tradition. As the story goes, before his eldest daughter Renee started Kindergarten, he had a dream about walking her to school, and then wondered what it would be like if he could also walk her to school on her last day of Grade 12. And so the tradition began.

   

  A huge thank you to our Parent Association for hosting the breakfast. Look for a photo gallery in next week’s Backpack!
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  Parent Association Corner

  This week the Parent Association held our AGM  and Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast where we had an opportunity to recognize all members of the community who have volunteered their time throughout the school year.  At the AGM we introduced the new slate for the 2025-2026 Parent Association with Paola Baldassarra-Juhasz taking over as President. Paola has been a part of the community since 2022 and has two children at CDS, Lucas in Grade 9 and Portia in Grade 7.
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  Join us for a Day on the Links this Summer!

  All CDS families and alumni are invited to join us for the CDS Annual Golf Tournament on Thursday, August 21st at Cardinal Golf Club in Newmarket (Davis Drive and Hwy 400). It will be a shotgun start at 1:30 pm, with a best ball format.

   

  Mark the date on your calendar and begin to gather your fellow parents, family and friends! Individual and foursome registration is now open.
  
  Individual: $160
  Foursome: $640
  Includes: Golf, Cart Rentals, BBQ Buffet and Two Beverage Tickets

   

  Golfers of all levels are welcome, but must have a knowledge of golf to play. Middle and Senior School students are welcome to play but only when accompanied by and part of an adult foursome.

  
  Register here today. We look forward to seeing you on the Links in August!
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  AGM and Volunteer Appreciation

  The CDS Parent Association and Office of Community Relations invite you to join us for the CDS Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast and Parent Association AGM on:

   

  Wednesday, May 21st at 9:00 am

   

  Di Ciano Atrium of the Paul C. Duckett Performing Arts Centre

   

  We hope you will join us as we honour our volunteers and everything they do for CDS.

  Kindly RSVP no later than May 10.

   

  We look forward to seeing you!
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  PA Corner - Sound Healing & Meditation Experience

  Earlier this month, the CDS Parent Association welcomed members of the CDS community and gathered for a truly rejuvenating Sound Bowl Meditation & Healing Experience led by Diane Gardilcic. This unique session blended the healing frequencies of 432Hz Crystal Sound Bowls and 528Hz Tuning Forks with the grounding warmth of basalt hot stones, creating a deeply restorative and calming environment.

   

  Participants were guided through the science of sound healing and experienced firsthand how vibrational frequencies can relax the mind, restore balance, and elevate energy. The peaceful atmosphere and meditative sounds provided a welcome pause and left attendees feeling refreshed and recharged. They also left with a crystal and a message to continue this practice at home. 

   

  Thank you to everyone for joining us for such a meaningful and wellness-focused morning.

   

  Milli Pajpani

  CDS Parent Association