Early Childhood News
Important Dates & Action Items
| April 15 - Community Service Volunteer Fair (12:00 - 2:00 p.m.) |
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The annual Community Service Volunteer Fair in the Auxiliary Gym is on April 15 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. We will host over 30 nonprofit partners addressing several issue areas in the community, from homelessness to environmental sustainability. This event is open to the entire school community, including all parents who might be looking for service opportunities for their students and families. All upper school students who attend the event can earn one service hour. For questions, please reach out to Courtney Phelps. |
| April 15 - Extended Hours at the Eagles Nest (5:00 - 6:00 p.m.) |
| Stop by the Eagles Nest during extended hours to pick up the latest Eagle gear! |
| April 18-21 - No School |
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Easter Break (No School) |
| April 22 - Classes Resume |
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| April 23 - ESDPA Speaker Series: Dr. Twenge (7:00 p.m., Bray Performance Hall) |
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Join us for an engaging presentation by Dr. Jean Twenge, a leading psychologist and author of Generations: The Real Differences Between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers, and Silents and What They Mean for America’s Future and contributor to the book The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. All ESD parents and faculty are invited to attend. This is a session that will resonate with parents of children in every age range. Dr. Twenge will discuss the complexities of generational shifts and how they shape society by analyzing how technological advancements and resulting social changes have influenced the personalities, behaviors and values of different generations. Comparing different generations, she will highlight how the digital age has exacerbated feelings of loneliness, isolation and depression, especially among Gen Z. Drawing on her extensive research, Dr. Twenge will explore how smartphones, social media, and constant connectivity have reshaped not only the way we interact with one another but also how we experience the world and perceive ourselves. Dr. Twenge will offer practical advice on fostering healthy relationships with technology by urging families to be intentional about its use while strengthening meaningful offline connections and speculate on how past generational differences will shape America’s future. This timely presentation will offer critical insight into the challenges facing the current generation and the long-term effects of growing up in a digital world. Whether you have a young child with little access to technology – limited to a smartwatch and/or group chats, or a high schooler who can't stop scrolling through social media, this presentation is for you. This meeting will be held in the Bray Performance Hall at 7:00 p.m. |
| April 23 - Eagles Real Estate Club (5:00 - 7:00 p.m., Claremont Neighborhood Grill) |
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Established in 2021, the Eagles Real Estate Club hosts quarterly meetings to connect ESD alumni and parents working in the real estate industry. Hosted by Emma Cabrales ‘18, Trey Scardino ’16, Stephen Swann ’93 P’24,’27,’29, and Libby Laughlin Wood ‘15, the goal of the club is to bring together the ESD community for networking and future business opportunities. Join the club for a happy hour on Wednesday, April 23, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., hosted by Brad Berkley P’26,’28, at Claremont Neighborhood Grill. |
| April 24 - Lower School Visual Arts Night (5:00 - 6:30 p.m.) |
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Please join us at the Lower School on April 24 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. to enjoy our lower school students' art pieces at Visual Arts Night!
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| May 1 - abcdESD Meeting (8:00 - 8:45 a.m.) |
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Parenting Children in the Digital Age: When to Unplug and How to Connect Join us for an insightful presentation led by licensed psychologists Drs. Betsy Kennard, Hayley Fournier, and Alex Foxwell from Screenwell: This session will explore the impact of technology on family dynamics. Learn effective strategies for managing screen time, setting healthy boundaries, and fostering meaningful connections with your children in our digital world. Let’s work together to empower our families with evidence-based tools for a balanced approach to technology use.
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| May 3 - Annual Eagle Laureate Dinner (6:00 p.m., Daryl Johnston Family Dining Commons) |
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All Parents Welcome to Attend. To date, one hundred and thirty-six faculty and staff members who have served The Episcopal School of Dallas for twenty or more years have been inducted into the Keri Scholtz Hall ‘87 Convocation. This year, we will add two more dedicated members:
Annually, we also recognize individuals who have perpetuated the Founding Tenets of ESD while profoundly impacting the lives of countless students with the Inspirit Accolade Award. Our 2025 Inspirit Accolade Honorees are:
View the full list of Keri Scholtz Hall ‘87 Convocation Members and Inspirit Accolade Honorees here. |
| May 5 and May 9 - ESD Annual Spring Swing Tournaments |
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Join us for our annual ESD Spring Swing Tournaments hosted by the ESD Alumni Association and Booster Club! By taking a swing, proceeds from the tournaments directly benefit the Mary Elizabeth Williams Endowed Scholarship Fund and the Booster Club Tuition Assistance Fund. Registration and sponsorship opportunities are open to all ESD parents. The golf tournament will be hosted on Monday, May 5, at Trinity Forest Golf Club. The tennis and pickleball tournaments will be hosted on Friday, May 9, at the Harrison Family Tennis Center at The Episcopal School of Dallas. Visit our Spring Swing Tournaments website to register and for additional information on sponsorship opportunities. Please contact Asia Hawkins ‘13, Director of Alumni, with any questions. |
All School News & Updates
| Photos Now Available: Grandparents Day, Lower School |
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Photos have been uploaded to Waldo, and parents should have received a text notification. You can also view and download photos from our shared photo drive. |
| April 2025 Uniform Update: New Vendor Details |
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The Flynn O'Hara Storefront is Now Open Availability of uniform items at Flynn O'Hara
How will I know what sizes to order?
Where can I buy shorts and pants in the interim?
Will my student be able to wear the Lands End or IZOD pants/shorts for the 2025-26 school year?
For uniform policy questions and clarifications:
For uniform provider questions and interim uniform issues (i.e. the zipper just broke on my student's last uniform skirt; my student has outgrown their pants; what do they wear until Flynn O’Hara bottoms are available?)
For more information on the 15% educator discount, learn more here. |
| Summer Sports Camps with ESD Coaches |
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Join your favorite ESD coaches and program directors this summer for sports camps. Enhance your skills or learn a new sport from the Coaches your student will play for during the school year.
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To volunteer, please visit esdallas.org/parents.
| Early Childhood Division Rep Welcome |
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Hi EC families! It’s hard to believe that we are halfway through the second semester, but here we are! Please look to your grade’s email below and mark your calendars! A reminder about the Staff Birthday Fund and information on End of Year gifts is below. Always know that these are optional ways to show thanks to our hard-working teachers! A handwritten card or picture from your student is also a beautiful way to show gratitude and celebrate their birthday or the end of a great school year! ESDPA Lower School Birthday Fund: To celebrate the birthdays of our lower school faculty and staff equally, we ask families to donate to the Lower School Birthday Fund. The donation levels are $10, $20, or $40 max if you have multiple children. For End of Year gifting, just be mindful that the school asks that your budget not exceed $100 per teacher per year if you choose to gift. Your room mom can provide you with a personalized sheet that your teacher has filled out with their favorite things if they haven’t done so already. Reach out to them if you need any extra help! Please know that NO question is too small or silly – feel free to reach out to me or your grade reps at any time. We are always here to help! Go Eagles! Makenzi Dauwe (Denver ‘35, Delta ‘37) |
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Hi Beginner Parents, Please see below for upcoming important dates, and as always, please feel free to reach out to us with any questions. Grade-level Dates:
Important Dates:
*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal. Please let us know if you have any questions! Thanks, |
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Hi Pre-K families! This time of year is busy, busy! Please see below for upcoming dates and let us know if you have any questions. Grade-level Dates:
Important Dates:
Looking Ahead:
*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal. Thanks, |
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Hello Kindergarten Parents, It is crazy to think we are two-thirds of the way through this school year. As we enter the final trimester for 2024-25, important dates are listed below. The following two months are jam-packed with activities to close out the year, including holiday-related events, sports games, celebrations with special family members, appreciation for our amazing teachers, and preparation for the next school year. Please be sure to mark your calendars and visit our grade GroupMe for reminders as new events quickly approach. As always, please reach out to us with any questions. Grade-level Dates:
Important Dates:
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*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal. Welcome back, |
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Hello, Primer families! It is crazy to think we are two-thirds of the way through this school year. As we enter the final trimester for 2024-25, important dates are listed below. Please mark your calendars for any special dates below and reach out to me with any questions! Grade-level Dates:
Important Dates:
Looking Ahead:
*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal. Jessica Asaff (Claire '34 and Ford '37) |
