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| Miami Country Day School | |
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| Type | Private,independent |
| Religious affiliation | Non-denominational |
| Opened | 1938 |
| Head of School | Mariandl Hufford |
| Grades | Pk3 to 12 |
| Campus type | Suburban |
| Color | Red White Navy |
| Mascot | Spartan |
| Website | www |
Miami Country Day School (MCDS) is a private, non-denominational,co-ed preschool-12 college preparatory school inunincorporatedMiami-Dade County,[1][2] nearMiami Shores, just north of the city ofMiami, Florida, United States. The school has been named aBlue Ribbon School of Excellence. Mariandl Hufford is the institution's Head of School.
Miami Country Day School began in 1938 as an elementary boarding school for boys, founded by Luther B. Sommers and C.W. Abele.[3] In the early years, the school was known as The Miami Country Day and Resident School for Boys. Through the 1950s and 1960s, day students were enrolled.
In the 1970s, Miami Country Day became co-educational and the boarding program was phased out. Boarding rooms were converted into classrooms to make space. Originally a K-8 program, the school expanded to include an Upper School and graduated its first twelfth-grade class in 1981.
The "Spartans" began to participate in a wide variety of competitive sports such as golf, soccer and volleyball.[citation needed]
The school's enrollment is approximately 1,280 students. Class size in the Lower School ranges from 8–24 depending on grade level. Annual tuition varies by grade and ranges from $40,000 to $52,000.
The school has a large international student community. With 47% of its students born abroad[4] (and more than 75% of parents born abroad), MCDS is one of the most international schools in Miami and features an extensive language department.
MCDS's team for theJunior Engineering Technical SocietyTEAMS competition ranked nationally for two consecutive years. In 2007, MCDS was the first-place winner of the competition, and in 2008 the JETS team placed 20th in their division.[citation needed]
The following sports are offered to boys at Miami Country Day School:[5]
| Fall | Winter | Spring |
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| Football (6/7/8, V) | Soccer (6/7/8, V) | Baseball (6/7/8, V) |
| Cross country (V) | Basketball (6/7/8, JV; 6/7/8, V, JV, V) | Lacrosse (6/7/8, JV; 6/7/8, V, JV, V) |
| Golf (V) | Water polo (6/7/8, V) | |
| Swimming (V) | Football (V) | |
| Volleyball (6/7/8, V) | Tennis (6/7/8, V) |
The following sports are offered to girls at Miami Country Day School:[5]
| Fall | Winter | Spring |
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| Basketball (6/7/8, JV, V) | Tennis (6/7/8, V) | |
| Volleyball (6/7/8, V, JV, V) | Soccer (6/7/8, V) | Water polo (6/7/8, V) |
| Swimming (6/7/8, V) | Softball (V) | |
| Golf (V) | Lacrosse (V) | |
| Cross country (V) |
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The school is located on 21 acres (85,000 m2), including an aquatic center, athletic fields and gymnasium with synthetic turf. The media and resources center includes a broadcast studio, parking garage, and the Center for the Arts, housing the John Davies Theater.
Beyond academics, the school places great emphasis on arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities. Students are encouraged to participate in visual and performing arts, drama, dance, and a variety of sports that build both teamwork and individual skills. Tuition for the highest grade level is around $52,900, but nearly one in five students receive financial aid, with the average assistance being close to $30,000. With strong ratings in academics, college preparation, and student life, Miami Country Day School continues to uphold its reputation as a well-rounded institution preparing young learners for success in higher education and beyond.[7]
Miami Country Day School is accredited or a member of the following organizations:[8]
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