Reflecting on the Year with our Best Nine Photos!

Reflecting on the Year!

Dear parents, students, alumni, faculty/staff, grandparents, alumni parents, and friends,

As a community, let's reflect on the highlights of 2020.

We know 2020 didn't go quite as any of us had planned, but we encourage you to take the opportunity to reflect on your best moments of 2020. Who inspired you? Did you act with integrity and kindness? What tradition did you cherish? How did you approach problem-solving? What innovation did you witness? How did you show leadership in this dynamic world? What went well for you?

#thinkersandproblemsolvers

#preparedforadynamicworld

#attitudeofgratitude

Best Nine Photos; Most Liked!

This montage of photos received the most likes, shares, and comments on our Instagram account in 2020.

1. Students performed an extraordinary, outdoor version of Fiddler on the Roof (on the Terrace) in July in order to save the second semester musical.

2. In early March, the Varsity Girls' basketball team racked up a win in the post-season.

3. The Model UN team on the international stage in Geneva, Switzerland at the FerMUN Conference in January.

4. Head of School transition. Welcoming tenth Head of School Tambi Tyler and saying thank you to ninth HOS Aaron Schubach.

5. Varsity Boys Tennis had an incredible fall season...even with masks!

6. Celebrating the Class of 2020 during a global pandemic with diploma conferment ceremonies for families and eventually an in-person commencement ceremony.

7. A standing ovation for theatre director, Ms. Sandy Bray. After a 25-year teaching career at CSS, Ms. Bray announced her retirement and closed the curtain with Fiddler on the Roof (on the Terrace).

8. A look back at Head of School Aaron Schubach's impact at CSS starting with his role as a history teacher, advisor, and ECS leader.

9. A spirited campus carline parade during stay-at-home orders in May. Connecting never felt so meaningful.

Make a Gift!

Your reflection on 2020 may inspire you to make a charitable gift to uplift students and teachers at The Colorado Springs School. As the tax-year comes to a close, please know we are available to assist with any gift-giving conversations and contributions you may still wish to complete.

GIFTS CAN BE MADE

ONLINE: www.css.org/give

BY MAIL: 21 Broadmoor Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80906 Gift checks mailed via U.S. Postal Service with postmark and check date on or before Dec. 31, 2020, will be counted for 2020 regardless of when they are received.

IN PERSON: Jessica L. James, Director of Advancement and Communications, is available by appointment to accept charitable contributions. Please call her at (719) 210-3499.

BOOST YOUR GIVING

MATCHING GIFTS: You may work for a company that matches charitable gifts. Submit your gift. The School's Tax ID is 84-0517369.

TAX CREDITS: Through the Colorado Childcare Tax Credit (50% tax credit) you may even be in a position to make a gift or significantly increase your gift and support the school in a "win-win."

CARES ACT DEDUCTIONS: Through the Cares Act, several new deductions allow taxpayers to reduce the amount of their taxable income. Learn more.

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