Events at ESD
Community events ensure a sense of purpose and belonging.
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Our strong, vibrant community enjoys many annual traditions and events that allow us to unite and foster a sense of purpose and belonging. All event information is sent in the weekly News You Can Use parent email. Parents: please see your weekly News You Can Use parent email for all upcoming events. |
| New Ninth Grade Families: Pass It On |
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Incoming (new to ESD) ninth-grade families and students for the 2025-26 school year are invited to participate in our oldest tradition, Pass It On. New students will join fellow Class of 2029 members in this treasured ESD tradition. April 30, 2025 Established in 1978, the Pass It On ceremony invites the graduating senior class to reverently pass their light, the spirit of ESD, to the incoming freshman class, welcoming them to the upper school. Questions? Please reach out to admission@esdallas.org. |
| Upcoming Events |
| Parents, please read News You Can Use and check your family calendar on the ESD parent portal for all the latest event info. |
Grandparents Day FAQs
| Can I attend the morning session even though I am assigned to the afternoon session? |
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| Due to space limitations in the chapel, you are encouraged to attend the session corresponding to the grandchild’s last name to ensure everyone has a seat. |
| I have grandchildren with last names in both the morning and afternoon sessions. Which session should I attend? |
| You may choose which session to attend with all grandchildren at the same time. |
| Do I attend both sessions? |
| No. Grandparents come to either the morning session (for students with last names L-Z), or the afternoon session (for students with last names A-K). |
| What is the attire? |
| Comfortable shoes and attire are encouraged because guests will be walking through campus and going up and down stairs in the lower school. Elevators are also available for those who need assistance. |
| Can students arrive with grandparents? |
| Students should arrive in carpool at their regular morning drop-off time. |
| Can I get dropped off instead of using valet? |
| Valet is preferred; drop-off can be utilized for those with mobility concerns. |
| I need physical assistance. Can a family member stay with me to help? |
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Absolutely. We also have elevators available for assistance. |
| If students don't have a grandparent attending, should they still come to school? |
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Yes! It’s a school day, and we’re prepared with lessons to keep students actively engaged with learning. |
