About Horizons
The mission of Horizons at Carolina Day School (CDS) is to advance educational equity by building long-term partnerships with students, families, communities, and schools to create experiences outside of school that inspire the joy of learning.
Horizons provides a multi-year solution that supports children and their families from kindergarten through high school graduation. Our project-based educational model is designed to fuel a life-long passion for learning, using a blend of high-quality academics with cultural enrichment and confidence building activities.
Summer Academy
During the summer, our students come to us for six weeks of wonder. Our summer program blends high-quality academics, emphasizing math, literacy and STEM with art, music, theater, physical education, field trips, and confidence-building challenges, like swimming, hiking, and volunteer work. All Horizons students learn to swim: a life-saving skill.
School-Year Outreach
During the school-year, we meet our students where they are. Our team conducts home and school visits where we communicate and strategize with teachers and school administrators. Our year-round programming keeps our students focused and ensures that they're academically on track.
Testimonial
I tell everyone: Horizons is by far the best thing that has happened for the community of Asheville.
Our Team
Meet the dedicated leadership team who help put our programs into action.
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Our Board
Meet the board members who set strategic priorities, fundraise, and support our programs.
Learn MoreLife Saving and Confidence Building
Every child learns to swim as part of the summer academy program. Children gain essential water safety skills and the confidence that comes with them.