Alumni Events
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We hope to see you soon at one of our many events!
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As an alum of The Episcopal School of Dallas, you know it is a place like no other. It is something so special you must experience it to understand. So come home. Walk the halls where you spent so much of your time. Visit your favorite faculty members that played an important part in igniting your love of learning and developing your educated conscience. Return to campus and see all of the wonderful students, teachers, and programs we have here at ESD. Please save the dates for our upcoming events. |
General Business Networking Breakfast
Join us for our General Business Networking Breakfast!
The Episcopal School of Dallas Alumni Association is proud to host a General Business Networking Breakfast on Thursday, January 29, from 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. in the Susan M. Frank Center at ESD. This event is designed to bring together alumni and parents from across all business sectors—from finance and marketing to technology and entrepreneurship—to foster networking opportunities and learn about the Business, Entrepreneurship, and Marketing Curriculum Network for students at ESD.
Discover the ESDistinction Business Network
During the breakfast, you will hear from Amy Livingston, ESD's Business, Entrepreneurship, and Marketing Curriculum Network Coordinator. Amy will provide an inside look at the dynamic classes and programs shaping our students' futures, including the EagleSpark Incubator Program. You’ll learn how this program provides student-led startups with the mentorship and strategic resources necessary to launch business ventures.
You will also have the chance to experience the EagleSpark Incubator in action as three ESD juniors take the stage to pitch their innovative business concepts:
- Tyler Brausa – RentSafe
- Bauer Berkley – FixNow AI
- Tate Hill – Cheflet
Austin Alumni Social
Connect with friends and alumni in the Austin area at our Alumni Social on Thursday, February 19, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Bar AC!
Hosted by Dave Baad (Hobson Family Head of School), Asia Hawkins ‘13 (Director of Alumni), Marcela Garcini (Upper School Spanish Teacher), and Jill Remaud (Middle School English Teacher), this event is a special opportunity to reconnect with friends, expand your network in the Austin area, and learn about the latest exciting developments at ESD.
Drinks and light bites will be provided along with a special gift from ESD; all alumni classes are welcome to attend.
RSVP by Thursday, February 12. Please reach out to the Director of Alumni, Asia Hawkins ‘13, with any questions.
Los Angeles Alumni Social
Connect with friends and alumni in the Los Angeles area at our Alumni Social on Friday, February 20, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Videre Rooftop Restaurant & Bar!
Hosted by Hobson Family Head of School, Dave Baad, and Director of Alumni, Asia Hawkins ‘13, don’t miss this special opportunity to reconnect with friends, expand your network in the LA area, and learn about the latest exciting developments at ESD.
Drinks and light bites will be provided along with a special gift from ESD; all alumni classes are welcome to attend.
RSVP by Friday, February 13. Please reach out to the Director of Alumni, Asia Hawkins ‘13, with any questions.
Alumni Culture and Community Celebration
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Join us for our Alumni Culture and Community Celebration! Join us on Friday, February 27, from 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. for a special celebration in honor of the 100th anniversary of Black History Month! We are proud to host an Alumni Insights Panel: Navigating Life & Career with an HBCU Education. This event is a wonderful opportunity for the ESD community to come together, connect, and learn more about the value and impact of an HBCU education through the experiences of our panel. |
The Details
- When: Friday, February 27 | 7:30 – 9:00 a.m.
- Where: North Dining Room, The Episcopal School of Dallas
- Food: Breakfast bites will be served.
Meet The Panel
- Moderator: Dr. Michael Sorrell P’29, President of Paul Quinn College
- Panelists: Kayla Andrews ‘17 (Howard University) and Blayre Riley ‘20 (Spelman College)
Read more about the achievements of our moderator and panelists below. We look forward to celebrating their achievements with our community!
About Dr. Michael Sorrell P’29
Dr. Michael J. Sorrell is the longest-serving President in the 153-year history of Paul Quinn College. During his 18 years of leadership, Paul Quinn has become nationally celebrated for its ability to continuously identify innovative ways of addressing the needs of today’s students and their communities.
Fortune Magazine named Dr. Sorrell one of the World’s 50 Greatest Leaders. He is the only three-time recipient of the HBCU Male President of the Year Award, has won Education Dive’s Higher Education President of the Year award, and was listed by Time Magazine as one of the “31 People Changing the South”. He has also been named “Father of the Year” by the City of Dallas and received the President George W. Bush Institute’s Trailblazer Award.
Michael received his J.D. and M.A. in Public Policy from Duke University and his Ed.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. He graduated from Oberlin College with a B.A. in Government and captained the men’s varsity basketball team twice.
About Kayla Andrews ‘17
Kayla Andrews is a strategic leader and Development and Partnerships Lead at The Movement Cooperative, where she drives impact through progressive nonprofit technology. After attending The Episcopal School of Dallas in the class of 2017, she graduated from Howard University with a B.A. in Africana Studies. During her time at Howard, she served as President of the Young AfricanA Leadership Initiative, traveling to South Africa and Ghana, and became a proud initiate of the Alpha Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc
Her professional background includes three years in corporate social responsibility, notably serving as Creative Lead for the award-winning Education Equity Action Plan Coalition. This work earned her top honors at the 2022 U.S. Agency Awards for Best Integrated Campaign and Best Event. Today, Kayla leverages her expertise in external affairs and strategic partnerships to empower nonprofit organizations and foster systemic change.
About Blayre Riley ‘20
Blayre Riley is a strategic communications professional and alumna of The Episcopal School of Dallas, where she graduated in 2020. Blayre’s journey led her to Spelman College, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature.
During her time at Spelman, Blayre was recognized for her leadership and commitment to service, becoming a Spring 2022 initiate of the Mu Pi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Her undergraduate experience provided a strong foundation for her career, blending a deep appreciation for storytelling with the unique perspectives gained from an HBCU education.
Currently, Blayre serves as a Specialist Consultant in Public Relations at AT&T. In this role, she leverages her expertise in media relations and corporate communications to help drive the narrative for one of the world’s leading telecommunications companies. Blayre is passionate about navigating the intersection of culture and career, and she looks forward to sharing how her education has shaped her professional trajectory.
