Faculty Details - Carolina Day School

Apply now for 2023-24 Commencement: June 2

Carolina Day School

Apply for 2023-24 Commencement: June 2

About
Our Mission & Core Beliefs
Our mission is to inspire students to become innovative thinkers who communicate with intelligence and clarity, create with vision and purpose, and act with courage and compassion to confidently make a meaningful difference in the world.
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Academics
Our Vision of Education
Serving grades PK3–12, Carolina Day School is a leader in educational innovation and a model of excellence for western North Carolina and beyond. Our experienced, highly skilled, compassionate educators know their students and engage them deeply in the process of learning. This allows our students to master skills, develop intellectual confidence, and approach problems with creativity and critical thinking. Learn more.
Key School at Carolina Day offers a unique educational approach for bright children with dyslexia in grades 2–8. Learn more.
Arts
Delving Deeply into Creativity
Our vibrant arts program enriches our learning environment as it encourages students to become open-minded critics, to appreciate alternative forms of self-expression, and to articulate ideas in a variety of creative ways.
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Athletics
Athletics at Carolina Day

It is the goal of the Athletic Department to create an experience and environment for our student-athletes that mirrors what our faculty creates in the classroom—one which encourages engagement, growth, reflection and pushes boundaries.
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School Life & Community
What it Means to be Part of the CDS Community
“I knew that my children would be nurtured at Carolina Day. What I didn't expect was how much I would be shaped and transformed by this wonderful learning community. Every event, open house, and parent's meeting has left me with a brighter outlook on life and feeling more hopeful for our world.” —CDS parent
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Jessica Baldwin

Jessica Baldwin

Lower School Visual Art Teacher

M.A., Art Education, Boston University
B.A., Fine Art and Art Education, University of Montana, Missoula

Lower School

Jessica Baldwin is the Lower School Visual Art Teacher and joined CDS in 2020. Jessica has been teaching visual art since 2006. She has taught art in K-12 schools, community centers and art museums. Jessica is dedicated to uplifting communities through the arts. Along with teaching, Jessica is a practicing visual artist with a keen interest in sustainability, drawing, painting and performance art.

Get to know Jessica Baldwin:

How would you describe your classroom? "The Lower School art studio is a safe and welcoming space for all students to dream, make discoveries, and express themselves through art making. It is full of color, sparkles, inspiration and tools to make creative ideas come alive."

How would you describe yourself and/or your approach to your job in 10 words or less? "Make joy! I encourage creative play, dreaming and artistic expression."

What personal passion brings balance to your life? "I turn to the arts to bring balance to my life. Art making energizes me. I love attending and participating in community art events. I also enjoy cooking and gardening."