Middle School News
Important Dates & Action Items
| November 10 - Updates on The ESD Fund | ||
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Ignite purpose with your gift today by visiting The ESD Fund pages below:
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| November 10 - Launch of Campus Safety Alert System | ||
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ESD is proud to launch the Centegix Crisis Alert System, a discreet safety tool for faculty and staff that enables immediate on-campus assistance in any emergency. The new system is simple, non-invasive, and part of the school’s broader effort to ensure that every student and employee continues to feel safe and supported. The Centegix badge will be worn by all faculty and staff members, allowing them to immediately call for emergency help and dispatch the closest emergency responders. We hope you will join us on January 28 at 6:00 p.m. at the Community Meeting for more information on Centegix. |
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| November 10 - Winter Sports Team Meeting (6:30 p.m.) *Attendance Encouraged* | ||
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The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Competition Gym with a few remarks from our Head of School, Dave Baad, who will share important insights on sportsmanship. Attendance for MS, JV, and Varsity athletes, along with at least one parent/guardian, is highly encouraged, as we cover key topics and expectations for the season ahead.
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| November 10-19 - Winter Sports Team Stores Now Open | ||
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The winter sports team stores are now open through the Eagles Nest! The order deadline for custom apparel and spirit items (team hoodies, yard signs, locker signs, etc.) is Wednesday, November 19. Questions? Please contact April Cook at cooka@esdallas.org. |
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| November 10-December 12 - Eagles Lacrosse Club Team Registration is Open | ||
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The Eagles Lacrosse club team organization is a parent-run, non-profit developmental program. After a great fall 2025 season, we are preparing quickly for the 2026 spring season. Registration is now open until December 12, 2025. We have this deadline for league registration and to place uniform orders. Here are a few important details: First - Sixth Grade (Spring Season) will start practice on January 24 and will have practice/games on Saturday and Sunday until the last weekend of April. Our Pockets program (PK, K, Primer) will start after winter break and run for about 10 weeks. Since we are ordering new uniforms for everyone, here are the registration details you need to complete. Each group has at least two to complete. Reminder, you must be a student of The Episcopal School of Dallas to participate in Eagles Lacrosse, as this is part of the ESD Fellowship Program.
COMPLETE YOUR SPRING 2026 REGISTRATION HERE For any questions, please contact Sports Fellowship Coordinator Jane DeGrenier. |
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| November 13 - Legal Eagles Club Networking Breakfast (7:30 - 9:00 a.m.) | ||
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Hosted by Gillian Campbell ‘18, Nate Johnson ‘11, Camie Carlock McKee ‘09, Emmanuel Nwakibu ‘10, the Legal Eagles Club facilitates networking events and programming to connect ESD alumni and parents working in law and government. Join the club for a networking breakfast on Thursday, November 13, from 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. in the North Dining Room in the Daryl Johnston Family Dining Commons at ESD. The club is pleased to feature Taylor Smith Joeckel ‘09 and Justice Craig Smith P’09 as its keynote speakers. They will discuss ESD’s influence on their legal careers and the pursuit of public service. |
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| November 16 - ESDPA Board Nominations Close | ||
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Interested in joining the ESDPA Board? Volunteer opportunities are open; nominating yourself to let the PA know you are interested and willing to serve. For any questions or further information about any roles, do not hesitate to contact Lindsey Bogel, our Past President Caitlin Hyatt, or our President-Elect, Cassy Sands. |
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| November 18 - Campus Master Planning Information Session (8:30 - 9:30 a.m.) | ||
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If you were not able to attend the October Community Meeting and are interested in learning more about ESD's master planning work, please join Ruth Burke, ESDPA Associate Head of School, on Tuesday, November 18, at 8:30 a.m., in the North Dining Room. Ruth will share background on the evolution of ESD's campus and the objectives and timeline of the current master planning process. We are envisioning our campus for the future, and it is exciting work!
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| November 21: MS Grandparents' Day (10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) | ||
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Middle School (Grades 5–8) - Valet located on Eagle Family Way
For more information and frequently asked questions, please visit www.esdallas.org/events. |
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| November 24-28 - Thanksgiving Break (No School) | ||
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No School. Classes resume on December 1. |
The ESD Fund impacts a variety of areas within the classroom and beyond it! Your gift enables students to explore their passions and have a profound impact on their academic journey, igniting lives of purpose. 
Join us for our Legal Eagles Club Networking Breakfast!All School Information
| MS Advisory Halloween Costume Contest Results |
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The Middle School had so much fun participating in the annual advisory Halloween costume! Check out the slideshow below for final results: |
| Our Time to Soar Campaign Updates |
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Our Time to Soar: A Campaign for The Episcopal School of Dallas has some exciting updates as we kick off the second phase of the campaign! Using the button below, visit the campaign page to read the most recent updates from the campaign's co-chairs. |
Pondering Purpose and Impact
Our ninth graders heard from several local nonprofits during their Special Programming Day last month, then reflected on the connections between their values and interests and the impact of their community service. The majority of ninth graders reported that hands-on service projects, projects they believe in, and projects that fit their strengths provide the greatest opportunity for them to impact their community.
Pause and Ponder: Increasing the Impact of Community Service
- For younger children: What do you like to do? What are you good at doing? How can you use these skills to help others?
- For older children, teenagers, and adults: What type of service do you enjoy participating in? Which service organizations do you admire and believe make a difference in our community? How can you seek out opportunities to serve that support these organizations and reflect your interests and strengths?
To volunteer, please visit esdallas.org/parents.
CLICK HERE FOR THE OCTOBER PARENTS' NEWSLETTER
**Please note that Parent Party details are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check your grade-level dates.
| Middle School Division Rep Welcome |
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Hello Middle School Parents, I’m excited to be your Middle School Division Representative for the 2025-2026 school year! Throughout the year, you can look forward to important dates and event details in each edition of News You Can Use. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to me or your grade reps at any time. Go Eagles! |
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| Sixth Grade |
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| Seventh Grade |
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| Eighth Grade |
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Dean's Letters
| Fifth Grade - Susan Wiles |
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| Sixth Grade - Jane DeGrenier |
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| Seventh Grade - Elizabeth Pool |
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| Eighth Grade - Scott Goetsch |
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