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Bonisiwe Shabane

-Nov 2, 2025, 2:53 PM

On February 14, 2025, our entire faculty and staff came together to celebrate colleagues who have dedicated 10, 20, 30, 35, and even 40 years of service to Country Day! This special tradition, now in its 35th year, honors the unwavering commitment of our educators and staff to our mission and students. Congratulations, and deep gratitude to these incredible members of our academic community for the impact they make every day! A heartfelt thank you to the Parents' Association for your partnership in recognizing our Years of Service recipients and for hosting a wonderful lunch to celebrate our honorees. Perhaps her most enduring impact is Marsha’s legacy as an advisor. “Ms.

N-G” as she is known was THE advisor that every student wanted! Students would literally calculate how many spots her advisory would have each year to estimate the odds they would be lucky enough to get in. When you ask Marsha’s advisees what they valued the most about her mentorship they all recount her remarkable patience, her willingness to listen without judgement, and her very practical world advice." McKensy PhillipsMiddle School Physical Education Art's ability to weave life lessons into his daily instruction is something that only can be described as masterful, life altering, and one of his greatest qualities. His care for his students’ life-skill development is undebatable.

He teaches young men how to tie ties, properly offer a hand-shake, hold the door for others and simply say ‘Good Morning’ while looking someone in the eyes." The research of Upper School history teacher Dr. Denise Spruill is featured in this news post from her alma mater. We are fortunate to have educators like Dr. Spruill teaching our students. #CDBucs #education #historyteachers

Cannon Campus was buzzing with music, laughter, and community joy as Bucs friends and families gathered to celebrate our 62nd Big Saturday on April 12. This cherished spring tradition delivered everything we’ve come to love. Families lined up for rides that spun, bounced, and soared. Carnival games drew fierce (but friendly!) competition. The International Food Hall brought bold flavors and favorite traditions from around the world, while the bake sale and prize booth made sure no one went home empty-handed. As always, this community-powered event only happens because of the incredible time and talent shared by hundreds of parents, students, faculty, and staff.

Immense gratitude goes to Big Saturday Co-Chairs Sarah Edwards and Kaitlin Vandura, Projects Board Chair Amanda Stauffer, and PA President Jamie Sumich for their expert leadership and tireless planning. The International Food Hall was a standout once again, bringing global flavors and family favorites to the heart of campus. Huge thanks to International Parent Board Chair Jennifer Hanly and her Big Saturday Chairs, Fabiola Bobo and Daoxin Lu, for leading this delicious and beloved tradition. The 41st annual Art Sale also wowed guests, with a beautifully curated collection thanks to the creativity and care of co-chairs Ruchi Agrawal and Katie Trotter. On May 23, 2025, 138 seniors, along with their proud families, teachers, and friends, gathered in the Harris Performance Gym to commemorate the remarkable achievements of the Class of 2025 during the 64th Commencement... The event marked by a beautiful spring day was a memorable milestone, signifying the beginning of their next chapter while always remaining a Buc for Life.

View all photos from the Class of 2025 Commencement, including cap & gown, and candids. Country Day is proud to celebrate the many accomplishments of the Class of 2025 as they prepare to take the next steps in their academic and personal journeys. Read more about the Senior Awards Night, including pictures and Mr. Utley's inspiring speech. This impressive class of 138 seniors submitted 1,130 college applications to 217 colleges and universities—an average of 8 per student. Their thoughtful, focused approach to the college search process led to acceptances at 177 unique institutions across 23 states and France, and they will enroll at 69 different colleges and universities this fall.

Mary Allen Todd English Award: Lily Giardi JR Williams Award: Alice Stewart Charles Heisler Bodine, Jr. Mathematics Award: Evie Haner Charlotte Country Day School Chinese Award: Zach Lu Mary Nicholson Goddard French Award: Penelope Cole Emma Watts Pickens Classics Award: Taylor Phillips Suzanne Pardee Hynes Spanish Award: Mary Owen Dolly... Hickman Science Award: Trey Dean Outstanding Cultural Contribution Award: Mallie Waters Senior of the Year Award: Nile Collins-Friedland Katy McCanless Underwood Spirit Award: Jack Foodman Victora Ludorum Award: Grayson Anne McCurdy The Athlete's Cup... At Charlotte Country Day School, our Upper School is where curiosity meets opportunity. From exceptional academics and meaningful service to championship athletics and award-winning arts, students discover their passions and prepare for what's next – with the support of caring teachers who know them well. What's it really like to join Country Day for Upper School?

Hear firsthand from students who were new to Country Day's Upper School and share what stood out most about their experience—community, friendships, caring teachers, traditions, co-curriculars, and of course, the dining hall. A post shared by Charlotte Country Day (@charlottecountrydayschool) Want to learn more about our Upper School? Parents and students in grades 9–12 are invited to join us at an Admissions Open House: 🗓️ Thursday, November 6, 2025 ⏰ 1:30 PM 📍 Cannon Campus — 1440 Carmel Road It’s no surprise that our exchanges with sister schools in Canada, Peru, and the United Kingdom create opportunities for Country Day Middle School students to immerse themselves in another culture and make connections with...

What you may not know is that these experiences often lead to long-lasting relationships that include the whole family. The Office of International Studies shares that this past summer the Coley and Buford families connected with the families of children they hosted. In January 2025, Katherine and Cliff Coley, along with their two Middle School sons, hosted Andres R. for a week. He was visiting North Carolina and Country Day with his school group from Colegio Prescott, our sister school in Arequipa, Peru. This past summer, the Coley family took advantage of a family vacation to visit Andres and his family in his hometown of Arequipa.

Both families had the opportunity to meet each other, the Coley boys spent some time at Colegio Prescott, and the family discovered Arequipa and Cusco. Junior Whitney Buford participated in the King Edward School exchange to Southampton, England, when she was in eighth grade. She and her buddy, Izzy, made an instant connection and they continue to talk almost daily. This summer Izzy visited Charlotte and the Bufords again, this time bringing her family. Here is a reflection written together by Whitney and Izzy: We are delighted to welcome an exceptional group of educators who are joining us for the 2025–26 school year.

Together, they bring a wealth of experience, fresh perspectives, and a shared commitment to inspiring and supporting our students. Please join us in giving each of them a warm Country Day welcome! Alexandra Eliasek ’21 – Alexandra joins us as a Fourth Grade Assistant Teacher. A recent graduate of Wake Forest University, she earned a BA in both Elementary Education and Music. Alexandra is a familiar face to many students, having worked in our Summer Programs for many years. She is also a proud Country Day alumna.

Mandy Jordan – Mandy will serve as a Second Grade Assistant Teacher. She brings 15 years of teaching experience, including six years in CMS schools, nine years at First Presbyterian Weekday School, and most recently at Trinity Presbyterian Weekday School. Mandy earned her BA from the University of South Carolina and her MA from UNC Charlotte. Sarah Pritzker – Sarah joins us as a Kindergarten Assistant Teacher. She comes from Charlotte Jewish Preschool, where she spent four years as a 3’s Lead Teacher. Previously, she was a lead kindergarten teacher in CMS and has also taught junior kindergarten, kindergarten, and second grade in Orlando, Florida.

A graduate of Rollins College, Sarah is currently pursuing her master’s degree at Tulane University. On behalf of the Advancement Team, we are pleased to share that we have reached our goal for the 2024–25 Country Day Fund. This exciting milestone reflects the unwavering support of our incredible Country Day community – parents, alumni, faculty, staff, grandparents, and friends – who continue to show up for our school in meaningful ways. In addition to our generous donors, we extend gratitude to our incredible 2024–25 Country Day Fund Chairs Katie and John Scott Trotter '95 and the following key alumni and parent volunteers: Hayes Ashcraft '06,... Reaching this year’s goal has a powerful and lasting impact across our school: This achievement is the result of a truly collective effort.

Every contribution, no matter the size, helped move us forward. We are deeply grateful for the generosity and dedication of each and every donor who made this possible. Your commitment fuels our mission and empowers Charlotte Country Day School to continue delivering extraordinary educational experiences. Together, we are shaping bright futures and a stronger community.

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