Forsyth Country Day School facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Forsyth Country Day School |
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5501 Shallowford Road
27023
United States
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| Coordinates | 36°06′04″N 80°23′23″W / 36.1012°N 80.3896°W |
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| Type | Private, day school |
| Established | 1970 |
| CEEB code | 344421 |
| Head of school | Gardner Barrier |
| Faculty | 70 |
| Grades | Preschool–12 |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Enrollment | 924 (2022) |
| Color(s) | Navy, white, and silver |
| Athletics | 40 athletic teams |
| Athletics conference | North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association (NCISAA), Piedmont Triad Athletic Conference (PTAC) |
| Nickname | Furies |
| Accreditation | SAIS, SACS |
| Tuition | $13,900–$23,990 (2019–20) |
Forsyth Country Day School (FCDS) is a private school located in Lewisville, North Carolina. It is a coeducational day school, meaning both boys and girls attend, and students go home after school each day. FCDS was started in 1970.
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About Forsyth Country Day School
Forsyth Country Day School offers classes for students from preschool all the way up to 12th grade. The school focuses on providing a strong education in a supportive environment. It is known for its wide range of academic programs and extracurricular activities.
School Standards and Quality
FCDS is officially recognized by two important groups: the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). This recognition is called accreditation. It means that these organizations have checked the school and confirmed it meets high standards for teaching and learning. Think of it like a seal of approval for schools.
Sports and Athletics
The sports teams at FCDS are called the Furies. They compete in various sports against other schools. Furies teams are part of two athletic groups: the Piedmont Triad Athletic Conference (PTAC) and the North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association (NCISAA). Being part of these conferences means they play against other schools in organized leagues. The school has 40 different sports teams for students to join.
Famous Graduates
Many talented people have graduated from Forsyth Country Day School. Here are a few who have achieved great things:
- Kathleen Baker — An amazing swimmer who won a gold and a silver medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics. She competed in the 100-meter backstroke.
- Tanner Beason — A professional soccer player who plays in Major League Soccer (MLS).
- Austin Dillon — A well-known NASCAR driver who competes in the top series, the NASCAR Cup Series.
- Ty Dillon — Also a NASCAR Cup Series driver, and Austin Dillon's younger brother.
- MacKenzie Mauzy — An actress who has appeared in movies and TV shows.
- Ian Nelson — Another actor who started his career after graduating from FCDS.
- Blake Russell — A long-distance runner who represented the United States in the marathon at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
- Wells Thompson — A professional soccer player.
