Before and After School Programs

Introduction to the French language for young learners. We will focus on learning French greetings and introductions and the most commonly used words and phrases. This is mostly an immersion class with little emphasis on writing.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Your little chef will make a book-inspired snack and complete an activity related to our book of the week. Bon Appetit!

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Chess Grandmaster and long-time lower school Chess Club Coach, Mr. Babakuli Annakov is excited to offer Chess Masters again this year. Joining Mr. Babakuli again is Chess Grandmaster Sergey Matsenko.  Students are divided by grade level for a 10-15 minute group instruction followed by challenging chess matches. The semester will conclude with awards and a donut party on December 8.

Chess Master is led by Mr. Annakov and Sergey Matsenko with support from ESD faculty and staff. For more information on Mr. Annakov and Mr. Matsenko, please review their biographies. 

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Math is as easy as 1, 2, 3. In this program students will build competency in number fluency, basic operations, logic and problem solving skills through games and fun activities.  Developing a strong number sense provides learners with a strong foundation and confidence as they strengthen their problem solving skills.  

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Math Olympiads provides opportunities for young mathematicians to engage in creative, problem-solving activities while developing the ability to reason logically and resourcefully using word problems. Under the direction of Zora Skelton, Math Coach, students will prepare for monthly Olympiad contests. These problems require a combination of grade-appropriate math skills and deductive reasoning. Students will practice individually, with partners or with teams to solve these logic and reasoning questions in preparation for 5 monthly (Nov-March) challenging contests. This is not a competition, but rather an opportunity to challenge students to higher level thinking. Math Olympiads is an excellent option for students seeking a challenge as well as those who might need an added mathematical boost.The program fee is an all year fee paid in the Fall. A light breakfast will be provided.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Didn't get enough owl pellets in 1st grade?  Wanted to learn more?  Never dissected an owl pellet?  This program is for you!  We will take a deeper dive than we did in 1st grade.  We will learn about the animals that make up the barn owl diet, dissect owl pellets, and study the remains.  We may even be able to reconstruct the skeletons of some of the animals we find.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Talking Donkeys, Dancing Fire Pots, Dragons, and magic beanstalks - Explore some of the strangest and coolest stories of the Bible. Learn the stories through videos, scripture reading, and arts and crafts.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Come join us for a breakfast tour around the world.  We will fill our passports by cooking a favorite breakfast cuisine from different destinations each week. At the same time, we will learn about music and culture from each country that we visit.   From crepes to arepas, we will enjoy some cooking adventures and get to enjoy a unique breakfast.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Join the Elf Workshop for a DIY holiday workshop with art activities, snacks, and reindeer games!

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Students love LEGO!!! Children are natural engineers and are always asking questions and thinking of new ideas. Lego Mania will encourage and enhance this natural inventiveness by providing students with weekly themes to help guide activities while still leaving time for free building and creative ideas. More advanced or repeat builders will have an option of completing a mini set as well as learning about Pixel Art with lego.  NEW CHALLENGES!!! 

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Calling all ESD Poké-Kids! Do you enjoy the Pokémon card game, video games, show, or anything else Pokémon? Come join Pokémon Mania where students will get to learn and talk about all things Pokémon. We will also learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game. You can bring your decks to talk and strategize with other players, but card trading will not be allowed. Cards will be provided if needed to play the game. At the end of each class we will open up a brand new pack of Pokemon cards. Will we get an ultimate rare card? You will have to be in class to find out!!! 

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Princesses are poised, kind, graceful and curious. Embrace your inner Royal and dream big while we craft, play, create, and explore together. Our time will culminate with what else, a Royal Ball!

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Learn about the life and ministry of Jesus through the eyes of the earliest Christian's. Learn how the stories of Jesus passed from person to person, from city to city, and throughout the known world. Learn those stories through video, scripture reading, map exploration and exploration of early church heroes. Become a story keeper and share in the adventure of God's Word.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Come back and ring handbells and hand chimes again this year. Learn how to play more advanced techniques with hand chimes and handbells. We will learn advanced bell ringing and learn more about note reading.

(Prior participation in handbell IS required.) Our handbell ensemble has performed in Chapel and for the Christmas service in the past and we will look for opportunities to play throughout school this year.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

This program is for first time ringers. We will all learn the basics for how to play hand chimes and handbells. We will also learn the first steps for bell ringing and note reading. Prior music reading experience is not required. Our handbell ensemble has performed in Chapel and for the Christmas service in the past and we will look for opportunities to play throughout school this year.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Let’s have a Holly Jolly Christmas! Presents, ornaments, wreaths, and more. Artists will be immersed in creating holiday arts and crafts in our art studio “workshop” as we prepare to celebrate Christmas.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Singers is an exciting choral experience offered to Fourth Grade students who share the love of singing and desire to make beauty with their peers.  We learn sacred and secular classic children’s choral literature.  We perform on our campus and throughout the community.  The experience of being in choir builds self-confidence, community, and a love for the arts.  God’s wonderful gift of music is clearly enjoyed by all those who participate. The program fee is an all year fee paid in the Fall. Singers will conclude the year with a Fine Art performance on April 24, 2024.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

If your student has experience playing a stringed instrument and is currently enrolled in private lessons, you are invited to join Dr. Adrian Demian's string ensemble club. This program plays for Chapel services, fine arts nights, and the spring concert.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

It's lucky number 13 (years) for Girls on the Run at ESD! GOTR inspires girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident through running. The 10-week curriculum addresses all aspects of a girl’s development by nurturing her physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual well-being.

GOTR meets “rain or shine” on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. at ESD Lower School. Please be aware that GOTR policy requires your daughter to attend both days each week in order to participate. The fall season of GOTR will begin Monday, September 11, and end Wednesday, November 29, with the season awards and final celebration. The GOTR 5K Celebration will be held on Saturday, November 18, at Lone Star Park. 

Cost: There will be a $150 charge to your child’s incidentals and a $175.00 cost paid directly to the GOTR website (link will be sent to families after registration closes) for a total program cost of $325. The fee includes life skill lessons by our trained staff, 5K training, a program t-shirt, water bottle, 5K entry fee and a parent guide.

We hope your daughter will consider participating in this outstanding after school program! GOTR will only be available for the fall season so don't miss out! If you have any questions about the program, please visit the website or contact one of the coaches.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Start your school day on the right foot with our Morning Track program! Designed for both beginners and experienced runners, this program offers a fun and energizing way to improve your physical fitness and running skills. Whether you're looking to beat your personal best or simply enjoy the fresh morning air, our track offering has something for everyone. Under the guidance of Mrs. Pannell you'll participate in dynamic warm-ups, running drills, endurance training, and cool-down stretches. Not only will you develop your running techniques and boost your stamina, but you'll also make lasting friendships and start each day with a burst of accomplishment. So, lace up your running shoes and join us for a refreshing start to your school days at Morning Track! A light breakfast bar will be provided.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Fall semester registration was July 17 - August 11.

When registering for a program, select confirm program selection to ensure your student is enrolled in the program. Programs displaying a waitlist status still require families to register for the program to be added to the waitlist. Payment is not required at the time of enrollment.

ESD+ before and after school programs meet weekly and enroll twice per year, before the fall and spring semesters, in July and December.

ESD+ REGISTRATION CLOSED

KOC, Nesters, ESD+, and all other program registrations are non-refundable starting August 15. Cancelations before August 15 will receive a full refund.

Programs are a single, flat rate charge per semester. If your student is enrolled in KOC or Nesters and also enrolls in an ESD+ program that overlaps with KOC/Nesters, the KOC/Nesters program tuition cannot be paused or refunded. 

If you have any questions, please contact Ashley Little, ESD+ Lower School Coordinator. 

Fall semester registration was open through September 1, 2023. 

ESD+ REGISTRATION CLOSED 

Submitting the registration form is not a confirmation of enrollment. Some programs fill up quickly and may require a waitlist. After registration closes, you will receive an email confirmation of your enrollment or waitlist status.

For teacher-led programming, the cost can be found in the program and club drop-downs above. By submitting the registration form, you acknowledge and agree to have your incidentals account charged for all program fees.

If you have questions about financial assistance, please contact Shelle Montgomery, Director of Tuition Assistance. 

For student-led clubs, there is no cost.

A $50.00 cancellation fee is assessed for cancelations occurring prior to one week before the semester start of the program. Cancelations less than one week prior to the semester program start date or during the program, can not be refunded.

Students wishing to form or lead their own clubs are encouraged to do so after reaching out to Allison Darnell, Assistant Head of Middle School or Jonathan Chein, Head of Middle School, for approval.

After receiving approval and working out the details of the club, students are encouraged to find a Faculty Advisor that will help organize and plan. Student-led clubs are free and the faculty advisor supervises the activities but does not plan or lead the club. 

Chess Grandmaster and Coach Sergey Matsenko of the Annakov Chess Academy will lead students through 10-15 minutes of group instruction followed by individualized instruction as students play one another in challenging, skill-level-based matches. Learn more about Mr. Matsenko and the Annakox Chess Academy here. 

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

The Clay Guild is a studio ceramics class that will explore hand-building techniques, throwing on the pottery wheel, using molds and glazing to produce both functional and sculptural ceramic art. Students may only sign up for one day.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

The Clay Guild is a studio ceramics class that will explore hand-building techniques, throwing on the pottery wheel, using molds and glazing to produce both functional and sculptural ceramic art. Students may only sign up for one day.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Math Olympiads provides opportunities for young mathematicians to engage in creative, problem-solving activities while developing the ability to reason logically and resourcefully using word problems. Under the direction of  Betsy King, Upper School Mathematics Teacher, students will prepare for monthly Olympiad contests. Students will practice individually, with partners, or with teams to solve logic and reasoning questions in preparation for the monthly contests. This is not a competition, but rather an opportunity to challenge students to higher level thinking. Math Olympiads is an excellent option for students seeking a challenge as well as those who might need an added mathematical boost.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Go Nuts 4 Knitting and join our circle Friday mornings at 7:30 a.m. in the PODS. If you're new to knitting, there will be a $15 supply fee to get you everything you need to get started.

Please have your student check Schoology for club updates, or reach out to Ms. Nutter with any questions. 

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

Want to learn how to play the fastest growing sport in America? Or maybe you’re an experienced pickler looking to improve your game? All are welcome to join the ESD Middle School Pickleball Club!

No experience, skills, or equipment is necessary. It’s super easy to learn how to play, and after a few serves, dinks, and volleys, you’ll understand why so many people are obsessed with this fun sport!

Painting and Drawing is open studio time for all experience levels, where each student can explore a variety of media and processes. This creative time is self-paced and self-directed. As the facilitator, I'll recommend certain techniques and materials, with the ultimate goal of helping the student cultivate their self-expression. Students will be responsible for proper studio etiquette, setting up and taking down their work stations, and bringing work home when possible. Each student will approach open studio time differently. Some will want to journey on a path of specializing in one technique. Some will want to try as many materials as possible. The possibilities are endless in this flexible maker space. 

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks. 

In Youth & Government, we gain a deeper understanding of how our government works. Student delegates will write a proposal or bill over a topic of their choice. Among many same-aged peers from all around Texas, delegates will present their proposal, ask and answer questions, debate, and even vote! We will meet once a week, and attend a regional meet in the fall. If your child participates in the regional meet and enjoys it, we will have another session in spring to prepare us to attend the State Conference in Austin!

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.