Campus Life
From student government to theatrical productions, musical groups to athletic teams, opportunities to join, volunteer, participate, and play are plentiful. At Country Day, students choose from a variety of clubs and extracurricular activities to explore and develop talents and interests outside academics.
Distinctive to our Pre-K through 12th grade student body is the friendly and collegial interaction between different grades for social and, in some cases, academic activities. Buddy systems between Lower School classes are in place for projects, Middle School helpers work with Lower School classes, and High School students escort young students to the gym for sports rallies.
At Country Day, it's our mission to build a community where students are seen, known, and heard, and where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed, but celebrated. Our annual Pacha Mundi Day is at the heart of that commitment to our students and our larger campus community.
Pacha Mundi Day is a vibrant, all-school celebration that brings our community together to explore, share, and honor cultures from around the world. Designed to be interactive and friendly for all age groups, this half-day event invites students to experience global traditions through food, performances, and hands-on activities.
Parents and student groups come together to host cultural booths representing countries and regions from around the world, offering traditional foods, crafts, games, and interactive learning experiences. Dynamic performances from local dancers and musicians are also a highlight of the day!
Student Leadership
We believe in helping students find their unique voices. Leadership opportunities at every age encourage them to speak for themselves as well as their peers, and listen to others while working collaboratively toward goals.
Leadership opportunities abound in Lower School! With classroom roles in place in most grades, first graders lead morning meetings, second graders practice greeting prospective families, third and fourth grade students participate in regular cooperative learning projects, and fifth grade leaders form a rotating team to present at Friday Morning Assemblies and also mentor second grade buddies.
Middle School Student Council members represent all three grades and participate in campus events, promotion, dance planning, raising funds for community service, and planning service projects.
Council members are elected by the High School student body to lead community service projects, school celebrations, and student fundraising activities.
Service Learning and Community Service
A commitment to instill in our children the values of integrity, empathy and respect for others, and to share responsibility for a better world is at the foundation of Country Day’s “Habit of Helping.”
