Lower School
Here at ESD, we value process over product, innovation over memorization, and inquiry over complacency. Our hope is that children leave the lower school filled with confidence that stems from self-knowledge, a deepened curiosity towards learning, and an understanding that we are stronger together than we are alone.- Tracey Shirey, Head of Lower School
ESD's Lower School serves our youngest learners from age three to fourth grade. Here, we strive to design and implement a program that encourages students to make connections, ask questions, solve problems, and think independently.
The curriculum design is guided by the belief that active, hands-on experiences, emphasizing the relationships among disciplines, make learning most meaningful for young children. Our goal is to create a challenging academic environment that also allows each child to develop his or her unique talents and abilities.
Beyond the Classroom
News and Notes From the Lower School
ESD had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to welcome the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, the Most Reverend Michael Curry, to our campus last week.
After four weeks of challenges and friendly competition, the lower school March Mathness Class Champion has been crowned.
Earlier this week, upper school student-artists installed the spring leaves they created for the Lower School Tree.
The Sports Fellowship Program builds a foundation of life skills and positive community involvement for our Pre-K through sixth grade Eagles.