School implements new COVID-19 protocols
After a year and a half of online learning, SCDS kicked off the 2021-22 school year with the goal to stay in person. In order to safely do so, the school released a new set of COVID-19 guidelines. While most…
Ancil Hoffman postponed, new day full of games instead
Students gathered round tables and painted their red and black shirts early in the week in preparation for Sept. 17 activities and club fair. Some students painted their shirts with designs ranging from Kirby from Super Smash Bros to stars….
Volunteers provide support to Afghan refugees through donations, aid (VIDEO INCLUDED)
After the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, many Afghan refugees have come to the United States, and many more may make their way here eventually. Some of those refugees have arrived in Sacramento and are receiving support from local organizations and…
Students participate in games, seniors reminisce at orientation
After more than a year online, Country Day students started the new school year off in a familiar way: senior sunrise, short 15-minute class meetings and an hour of games around campus. Students were split up into two teams, divided…
Movie night to resume after last year’s cancellation
UPDATE: Due to poor air quality, the high school movie night was canceled. The rescheduled event date is currently undecided. With in-person learning to start the school year, the annual high school movie night is set to take place Friday,…
The Octagon, Medallion leaders announced for 2021-22 school year
Two of Country Day’s student-led publications and the Student Council have named their new leadership teams for the 2021-22 school year. The Student Council serves as a voice for the student body and organizes events and other activities. The Medallion…
$1.18 million helps Country Day through pandemic
A $1.18 million federal forgivable loan has allowed Country Day to maintain its payroll and buy or rent COVID-19-related safety items that helped the school bring students back to campus. Country Day’s loan was forgiven and paid in full by…
High school awards announced
On June 1, Country Day sent out a newsletter to the SCDS community with a list of all award recipients.
Nine teachers leave Country Day
Nine teachers have departed the Country Day community for a variety of reasons following the 2020-21 school year. They are: – Kelly Bornmann (sixth grade science) – Alexis Covey (second grade) – Bill Crabb (high school history) – Shelley Hinson…
Octagon wins CSPA Silver Crown, CNPA and Quill and Scroll awards
The Octagon won awards from the 2021 Quill and Scroll International Writing, Photo and Multimedia Contest, the 2021 Columbia Scholastic Press Association competition, the Student Voice Awards and the California News Publishers Association. The Octagon won a Silver Crown Award…