Building Magic Updates

List of 7 news stories.

  • Raising the Roof!

    Although our community is currently not able to come onto campus to witness it firsthand, over the holiday break our construction crew began the process of raising the roof in the 1883 one-room schoolhouse!
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  • The Building Magic Campaign for Junior School is on Target for June Groundbreaking

    We want to take this opportunity to update you on the campaign to build a new wing for the Junior School. Despite the difficult and disruptive events we have all experienced and which continue to be part of our lives almost a year later, the Building Magic Campaign which aims to raise $7 million to build a new wing for the Junior School is proceeding and exceeding our expectations.  
     
    When we officially launched the campaign in September 2019, we had already raised $3.5 million, a full 50% of our goal primarily due to the generosity of our lead donor Michael Burns, and many other families who have stepped forward to support the project. Despite all of the uncertainty and disruption since then, our community has continued to support the School and the Building Magic Campaign. Today, the campaign has reached 80% of our goal at over $5.5 million of our $7 million goal. We are incredibly grateful for the support of our community. It is a testament to how passionate you are for this project to be completed.
     
    That said, the pandemic did force us to re-evaluate the timing for the project and ultimately to postpone groundbreaking by one year. With your continued support, we are once again in a position to move this spectacular project forward and confirm our intention to officially break ground in June of 2021.
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  • Encapsulating the 1883 Eversley Schoolhouse

    At the Building Magic Campaign Launch we had a chance to talk to Shelley Desjardins and Lawrence Kavanagh (Architect) of Intellectus Project Management to discuss the philosophy and importance of encapsulating the 1883 Eversley Schoolhouse (current library) in the new addition to the Junior School.

    Highlighting this “jewel” will not only cement the cherished memories of our alumni but also create a stunning visual for those first entering the Junior School.

  • What is the Timeline of the Building Magic Campaign?

  • Are We Tearing Down the Junior School?

    Some of our CDS Lifers and Parents have asked whether we will be tearing down the Junior School as part of the Building Magic Campaign. Our answer: Absolutely, not! Only the two 20-year-old portables and one classroom (attached to the front of the one-room schoolhouse) so that we can showcase our 1883 Eversley Schoolhouse and completely enclose it as part of the new wing.

  • A Closer Inspection of the Model

    Be sure to watch our Model Fly-By Video that highlights the important features coming to the new Junior School wing. This video was launched with much excitement at our Special Announcement ceremony on the first day of school.

    From the new Entrance Hall to the original Schoolhouse, CDS aims to cherish its history with a facility that reflects the incredible spirit of its community.

    If you have any questions about these upcoming additions be sure to contact Brent Johnston in the Community Relations Department.

    The Building Magic Campaign is half way to its $7 million dollar goal.

  • CDS Launches Building Magic Campaign for the Junior School

    On Wednesday morning, Head of School John Liggett announced the Building Magic Campaign for a rejuvenated Junior School. Joined by CDS Board Chair, David Myers, and Board member and Chair of the Advancement Committee, Molly Fitzpatrick, Mr. Liggett unveiled the plans for an inspirational renewal to our beloved Junior School in front of 150 parents in the Paul C. Duckett Theatre.

    The Building Magic Campaign will seek to build a new wing for our original Junior School, a spectacular and welcoming entrance that will showcase our 1883 Eversley Schoolhouse, and rejuvenate our existing indoor and outdoor junior spaces. This campaign seeks to raise $7 million toward what is expected to be a $12-14 million project.

    The quiet phase of this campaign has been underway for sometime, and CDS has already raised 50% of its goal - $3.5 million. Of particular note is a transformational gift of $1 million from one of CDS’s original parents – Michael Burns.
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