Our search for space is finally over! In August 2011, Children’s Day School purchased the extraordinary property at 601 Dolores Street, overlooking Dolores Park. This magnificent building will be transformed into a world-class middle school (grades 5-8) and allow CDS to enroll two sections of students per grade through eighth grade. Giving our growing middle school a permanent home with increased opportunities for collaboration and creativity will enhance educational continuity from preschool through eighth grade and improve the facilities of the entire school. Once classrooms are ready for middle school students in 601 Dolores, CDS preschool classes will move back into St. Joseph’s Hall at the current CDS campus at 333 Dolores, and the temporary preschool bungalows will be removed. Removal of the bungalows will mean more space for outdoor learning environments and increased interaction between preschool and elementary students, who will be together in St. Joseph’s Hall. And CDS will gain a gathering and performance space at 601 Dolores that will be an inspiring focal point for drama, arts and community life. The entire CDS community is eagerly looking forward to completing renovations and additional seismic strengthening at 601 Dolores and welcoming students into beautiful, light-filled classrooms.

The purchase and renovation of 601 Dolores and the planned expansion of outdoor space at 333 Dolores would not be possible without an incredible response from the CDS community and the generous support of friends, families, foundations and corporations. Together, we are making great progress in our campaign to raise as much of the $6.6 million purchase price as possible. To make a tax-deductible gift today, click on the Donate Now button and designate your donation to the campaign for 601 Dolores. We also encourage multi-year pledges, gifts of securities, corporate matching gifts and foundation support. To learn more about campaign progress, naming opportunities in the building and ways in which you can get involved, contact Marion Quinones, Director of Development, (415) 861-5432 x323.