CREATIVITY ♦ ACTIVITY ♦ SERVICE(CAS) |
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See the CAS Celebration Video here.
CAS Documents for DP Class of 2020 and 2021
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- CAS Handbook Class of 2020
- CAS Orientation Presentation 2020 FINAL
- CAS Handbook Class of 2021
Aim of CAS
There are several components of CAS which make the program complete and enriching for the students. They include the following:
- Counterbalance to academic self-absorption
- Sharing energies and talents
- Development of awareness, concern for and ability to work with others
- Promotion of more informed and understanding attitudes
- Service to the community as a complement to intellectual development in the academic curriculum
- Establishment of links with local, national and international communities
- Challenge to student
- Development of a spirit of discovery and self-reliance
- Encouragement of a sense of responsibility to all
- Encouragement of new skills and interests
- Promotion of international understanding
- Development of attitudes and values which transcend race, religion, gender and politics
- Education beyond the classroom and examination hall
- Education of the whole person
Contact information: Elizabeth Burgos, CAS Coordinator and Resource Teacher for the Gifted, 703-228-8657, elizabeth.burgos@apsva.us
