Marshall Potter is a member of the CDA FM Class of 2024. Marshall came to CDA in 9th grade and immediately became a leader amongst his peers. Although Marshall has only experienced 4 years of our unique Christ-centered campus, he has this to say about his time here:

“After spending four years at Coram Deo, I can firmly say that I have been equipped. Spiritually, academically, and athletically I am prepared to be a light in the world for the name of Jesus and I could not be more thankful!”

If you would like to learn more about Coram Deo Academy, check out CDAlions.org.

Abby Branch is a member of the CDA Flower Mound Class of 2024. She has attended school here since 1st grade and has years of experience in the CDA culture. When asked, Abby had these words to share:

"As a student at CDA since 1st grade, I've learned about the importance of fostering long-term relationships with a Christ-focused mind set. CDA faculty and staff have always been a source of encouragement and motivation to excel."

If you want more information about our Christ-centered campus, check out CDALions.org.

Brooks Ward is a member of the CDA Flower Mound Class of 2024. During his time at CDA, Brooks has been an active participant in the classroom, on the football field, and in the House system. Here is what Brooks has to say about the people who have blessed him the most during his time here.

"I can say without a doubt that CDA has completely changed me for the better. I think the main reason for this is the incredible number of amazing teachers that I have had throughout my education here. Very few people can say that they have had a truly great teacher, let alone a life-changing one. Well, I can name at least five teachers at CDA that I know have changed my life. They have made me into a better student, leader, and Christian. I am forever grateful to this school and its teachers."

Our teachers at CDA Flower Mound come alongside parents to help kids grow both academically and spiritually. If you want to learn more about our Classical and Christian school, go to CDAlions.org.

Way to go, CDA Band! 
- Elizabeth Bowan, CDA Flower Mound Band Director

Emery Hull is a member of the CDA Flower Mound Class of 2024 and has attended school here since 2nd grade. When asked about her time at CDA, Emery shared these thoughts:

"CDA has nourished my heart, mind, and soul with things good, true, and beautiful. My heart has been filled with good friends that I will keep forever, my mind is full of wonder, and my soul is sated by good literature. 'Alma Mater' is Latin for 'nourishing mother' and CDA has certainly done that." 

If you feel your child will thrive in our Classical Christian environment, learn more about us at CDALions.info.

Collin DeSoto is a member of the CDA FM Class of 2024 and has participated in band for 8 years. He credits the band program for contributing to his growth in many facets of his life. Here is what Collin has to say:

"Having been involved in the CDA Band program since 5^th grade, I have seen the numerous ways that the fine arts are beneficial and transformative. They facilitate the appreciation of God-given talents while providing opportunities for fellowship, leadership, and community for all grade levels."

CDA Flower Mound offers fine arts electives for all ages in band, choir, and various forms of art.

Over spring break this year, twenty-two members of Electus Vox (rhetoric select choir), along with six parent chaperones, and CDA FM faculty participated in a choir mission trip to Norway. While there, Electus Vox sang at many places, including churches dating back to the 1200's and at the Oslo Opera House. The choir performances were divided into four categories: songs of the Earth, songs of hope, songs of Christ’s life, and songs of Benediction. Our students also sang the Norwegian National Anthem.

The Collin County Cheerleading team wrapped up the end of their season in a memorable showcase to family, friends and peers. 
Coaches, Brittany Evans and Eryn Hall, both coordinated the Grammar School's elective Friday cheer class to start the show. These cheerleaders in training showed off their learned skills in a lively routine. 
For both Varsity and Junior High teams, there were routines with popular music and incredible stunts from the cheerleaders. 
For CDA, we know that God has given us as His children the abilities to jump and shout for joy, and these girls exemplify this well. 

Congratulations to the CDA FM Symphonic Band! It was an amazing day at Solo & Ensemble competition! We had 19 soloists and 10 small ensembles participating, and EACH made a superior rating, which is the highest rating possible. In addition, we had 14 soloists and 7 of our small ensembles advance to the State Solo and Ensemble Competition, which takes place May 25!  To be able to advance to State is an honor and speaks very highly of the musicianship of our students. The TPSMEA president made a comment when we were checking out at the end of the day that CDA was cleaning him out of medals! 

At CDA, Grammar School Festivals are a vital component of the Grammar School foundation. Each Grammar School student participates in a grade-level festival presentation. Not only do festivals give students time to celebrate the history they learned in their grade, but they also develop their presentation skills before entering Logic school.  

This month, our PTF loaded up on donuts and invited our Logic School dads for breakfast and fellowship. Donuts for Dads never fails to touch the heart and the stomach! Thank you dads for sharing your precious time with us. You are a blessing to our school.

Earlier this month, Senior Jacob Turner and Freshmen, Luke Hulme and Koert Bouma represented CDA Dallas at the TAPPS Swimming State Championships in San Antonio. 

This week, with the help of the 4th graders, PreK students made bird feeders to hang on a branch outside to view the winter birds in the area.

Last week, our Collin County second grade classes participated in the annual Grammar School History Festival.
Those second graders presented all about the Greek culture, art, sports, and philosophers. 
The second graders work diligently all year to be ablet to make it to these fests that are put on as a showcase for parents and friends. They start by reciting a song they've been learning in class, but all of them have memorized the Nicene Creed by memory. This impressive feat for second graders accumulates the standard that CDA holds, as we also live by this Nicene Creed in and out of the classroom. 
Next, these students recite their also memorized Greek alphabet! From A-Z or Alpha to Omega, these smart students showcased their studies in strides. 
Each student also had a personal presentation on one of the forementioned categories, explaining the history, people, and giving examples behind all of them. For example, some female students did a presentation over Greek makeup and jewelry, describing where the Greek women would find and how they would make the ingredients for the makeup. 
For some male students, they would give cunning and descriptive notes of the Olympic games or accounting the Greek Gods.
To hear these very intuitive second graders stand up on their own and speak clearly, owning their education that is presented, it is a privilege to see just where the University Model of CDA can take them! 
Our teachers, parents and families have been well-involved in their process the whole year, and we want to thank all of them for their hard work also.

Congratulations Koert Bouma, Luke Hulme, and Jacob Turner for outstanding scores at last week's TAPPS Regional Meet!

Picture gazing is a pedagogy that we use in the Classical grammar school. It involves showing children a beautiful work of art that is associated with something that the students have studied in Bible, history, or literature. The practice helps students become attentive to detail, light, and perspective, and how these aspects inform the picture-gazer. It also launches great conversations about the art piece and its subject. Having observed several picture gazing lessons, I'm always amazed at the attentiveness of our students and the creativity of their ideas.

Recently, our 4th graders were learning about George Washington and the story of crossing the Delaware River. Since we have a copy of a beautiful, and famous, painting of this event in our hallway, several students recognized it and requested that they have an impromptu picture gazing lesson. The teacher led them to the hallway and took a quick picture of them looking at and discussing the artist's rendition of the event.

Classical education is all about making connections, even at the grammar level. We ask students to approach their learning in a synthetic way. They were able to take something they see everyday and connect it to new knowledge.  Both the old and new knowledge were enhanced because of this synthetic approach... just by looking at and enjoying a painting.

On Tuesday night, January 23rd, the Collin County Basketball teams celebrated Senior Night by recognizing three Senior players. 
During halftime, the families of our players came together to stand with their Senior, showing unity and support for all their accomplishments with the Basketball teams. 
The ceremony began with honoring Senior Peyton Cheney, who played on the Girl's Varsity Basketball Team. Peyton walked out with her mother and father on each arm, along with her younger brother. 
Next, came John Paul (JP) Dolle, a player for the Boy's Varsity Basketball Team. A point guard, JP walked out alongside his parents, giving mention to how he wanted to be "just like his own father" when he grows up. 
And last but certainly not least, was Senior Christan Rogers. Christian also walked alongside his parents; his mom actually being a teacher here at the CC campus, recognized the powerful moment of her son being honored as a Senior. 
The whole gym had a mood of celebration as the Seniors were honored for their dedication to the team as well as their hard work at CDA as a whole. 

January 4-7, 8th grade CDA Dallas students traveled to Washington D.C. to extend their learning far beyond the classroom walls. Students enjoyed sightseeing with tours of the White House, the Capitol, Museum of the Bible, and National Archives - just to name a few!  

Over Thanksgiving Break, twenty-five CDA Dallas families joined in for the first ever CDA Dallas Turkey Trot benefitting CDA Athletics.  

Congratulations to the 2023 CDA Dallas Fall Academic All-State Recipients!

In December 2023, the Collin County Drama Department performed William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream". A great feat for the department, this play brought with it incredible set design that transported one right into the scenery, as well as outstanding performances by the cast and crew. 
Led by Dean of Students, Mr. Armstrong, the Drama department spent hours rehearsing and creating a magical Shakespearian world. These incredible photos were taken by Emily Faux, Senior '24. 

For CDA, these are the moments where the Classical and Collaborative nature of the school comes into full illumination. We are grateful for the hard work of these students, leaders, and parents who all were invested in making this show a success. 

Congratulations to CDA Flower Mound freshman, Levi Robertson! At TMEA Area auditions on Saturday, Levi was selected 1st chair French horn and earned a seat at the TMEA 6A All-State Band.