2025-2026 Parent Education Offerings
Understanding CAIS Support for HS Admissions Learn from Sean Mosconi, High School Transition Counselor, about how CAIS prepares and supports our students and families for the transition to high school. Learn about how the CAIS middle school program prepares students for success throughout the process, and hear why so many area high schools are eager for "more CAIS students!" We will share wisdom and hopefully ease your worries about when and how each individual Firedragon is supported throughout the process! Intended for interested parents of 3rd-6th graders, but open to any families with students under 7th grade *Current 7th grade families will have a curated track for your student
Helping Your Child Thrive Online Join Kerri Willa, Director of Educational Technology, and Kimberly Kaz, Director of Strategic Initiatives, to explore strategies for guiding children and adolescents toward safe, responsible, and balanced technology use at home and beyond. Join a judgment-free conversation with other parents about how to make decisions around devices and technology use that align with your family's values within the context of being a parent in 2025! [Intended for parents of 2nd-8th grade, though open to all]
CAIS Math & Literacy (3rd-5th) Come learn about CAIS's approach to early-years English and Chinese literacy and math! Cristina Calcagno, Director of English Curriculum; Hsiao-Ying Chen, Chinese Program Coordinator; and Teresa Shyu, Grade-Band Leader, will share some CAIS-specific curricular overviews, address some frequently asked questions, and engage with parents in a roundtable discussion on what to do — and what you don't have to do! — to help your child deepen their skills and their love for reading, writing, and math at various ages and stages.
CAIS Math & Literacy (K-2) Come learn about CAIS's approach to early-years English and Chinese literacy and math! Cristina Calcagno, Director of English Curriculum; Hsiao-Ying Chen, Chinese Program Coordinator; and Teresa Shyu, Grade-Band Leader, will share some CAIS-specific curricular overviews, address some frequently asked questions, and engage with parents in a roundtable discussion on what to do — and what you don't have to do! — to help your child deepen their skills and their love for reading, writing, and math at various ages and stages.
Technology at Home for Little Learners Join Kerri Willa, Director of Educational Technology, and Kimberly Kaz, Director of Strategic Initiatives, to learn how to guide screen time and technology use with your young child while fostering positive tech habits. Join a judgment-free conversation with other parents about how to make decisions around screens and technology use that align with your family's values within the context of being a parent in 2025! [Intended for parents of Preschool-1st grade, though open to all]
Beginning with a stealthy “Underground Spirit Week” by Faculty and Staff the week prior, the community launched into five days of themed fun that culminated in our traditional Halloween Parade...
The following questions arose during the Meet the Board Breakfast held on October 17, 2025. Q&As are organized below according to Board Committee. Advancement Facilities Finance Strategic Vision