Before and After School Programs

Lower School | Middle School

Learning, exploration, and community building extend beyond the school day with ESD+, offering before and after school extended day care and extracurricular programs. Designed to complement rather than duplicate the school day, ESD+ offers students the opportunity to unwind and explore with friends in a safe and loving environment.

Lower School Programs

Overview

Serving our youngest learners from Beginner to fourth grade, ESD+ strives to offer programs that encourage students to make connections, ask questions, solve problems, and think independently. Consistent with our curricular philosophy, ESD+ programs are guided by the belief that active, hands-on experiences make learning meaningful for young children.

Programs for students ages 3 through grade 4 are held in the Lower School and facilitated by ESD faculty and staff.

Before and After School Programs

Registration Closed

ESD+ before and after school programs are interest-based activities for lower school students that meet weekly and enroll at the start of each semester in August and December. If you have any questions, please contact Ashley Little, ESD+ Lower School Coordinator.

Academics / STEM

Chess Club

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The Chess Club instructor divides students by experience and provides each group with 10-15 minutes of whole group instruction which is followed by challenging chess matches. Our instructor is Mr. Babakuli Annakov with support from Zora Skelton and Nurse Carla. For more information on Mr. Annakov, please review his biography.

Days	Fridays
Time	7:00-7:45 a.m.
Dates	Jan 14 - May 6
Sessions	14
Grades	Primer - 4
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Dining Commons
Cost	$350
Sponsors	Carla Thomas Zora Skelton

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

DeSign Squad

Students will work on various engineering challenges like a confetti launcher, hovercraft, earth friendly sneakers, and a zip line. They will also learn about engineering and the design process as well as play various engineering games like Feed the Fidgets, to challenge their brains. This program is designed to show students that engineering is active, fun, and collaborative,

Days	Wednesdays
Time	3:30-4:30 p.m.
Dates	Feb 2 - Apr 27
Sessions	12
Grades	2-4
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Classroom 314
Cost	$360
Sponsor	Marion O'Mullane
Class Size	5-10

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Math Olympiads

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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, and Brenda Wilder, fourth-grade math teacher, 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 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.

Days	Tuesdays
Time	7:00-7:45 a.m.
Dates	Jan 11 - Apr 5
Sessions	12
Grade	4
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Lower School
Cost	$300
Sponsors	Zora Skelton Brenda Wilder

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Music

Handbell Club

Be a ringer! Learn how to play hand chimes and handbells in Handbell Club We will learn the basics of bell ringing and note reading. (Prior music reading experience is not required.) Our handbell ensemble has performed in chapel and for Fine Arts night in the past and we will look for opportunities to play throughout the school year.

Days	Thursdays
Time	3:15-4:15 p.m.
Dates	Feb 3 - Apr 28
Grades	2 - 4
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Music Room
Cost	$390
Sponsor	Monica Awbry

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Singers

>> Singers is a year-long club. If your child did not participate in the fall but would like to join in the Spring, please contact Rebecca Bryan for details at bryanr@esdallas.org.<<

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. This year our space is limited to 20. Act fast!

Days	Thursdays
Time	7:00-8:00 a.m.
Starts	Sept 9 - May
Grades	4
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Music Room
Cost	$125
Class Size	6-20
Sponsor	Rebecca Bryan

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

String Ensemble

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 club plays for Chapel services, fine arts nights, the spring concert, and more.

Days	Thursdays
Time	3:30-4:15 p.m.
Dates	Jan 27-Apr 28
Grades	1 - 4
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Frank Center
Cost	No Fee
Class Size	4-8

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Registration

Cancellation Policy

Kids on Campus Extended Day

Kids on Campus (KOC) Registration Is Now Open Through August 1, 2022

Click the registration drop down to complete step one of the two-step registration process.

Registration

Step One: Submit Interest Survey

Registration is a two-step process required before the fall and spring semester.

Submit the interest survey by August 1, 2022 to be considered for fall semester enrollment.
Receive an email from Ashley Little (littlea@esdallas.org) 2-5 business days after submitting your interest form confirming it was received. Registration closes August 1, 2022. KOC enrollment confirmation emails will be sent no later than 4:00 p.m. on August 5 determining if your child is enrolled in KOC for the fall.

KOC is an after school program to help working parents needing consistent childcare for their lower school student(s). Priority is given to families demonstrating this need. In order to be considered for enrollment in KOC, you must complete the interest survey before each semester.

What is KOC?

KOC is an after school program to help working parents needing consistent childcare for their lower school student(s). Priority is given to families demonstrating this need.

ESD faculty and staff facilitate KOC, bringing their special talents, interests, and relationships with students to the program. KOC is a safe, supportive, and fun environment where students participate in creative games and activities, as well as outside free-play on our playgrounds and green spaces. KOC also provides students the opportunity to do homework with supervision and support from ESD faculty.

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

Daily Schedule

Early Childhood: Fees and Schedule

2:15-5:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday, 5 days per week
Early Childhood: Beginner, PreK, Kinder, Primer
$1,480 per semester, two semesters per year

Nesters Program

2:15-3:00 p.m.
Monday-Friday, 5 days per week
For early childhood students who have a sibling in grades 1-4 in the 3:00 p.m. carpool.
$465 per semester, two semesters per year
KOC staff will provide a snack and hold these students until 3:00 p.m. when they will be taken to the dining commons to meet their sibling for carpool pickup. Please follow the same registration steps and use the same survey to register for Nesters.

Tuition will be billed to your student's incidentals account and is payable through your Veracross parent portal.

Grades 1-4: Fees and Schedule

Late Pickup Fees

The deadline for pickup is 5:30 p.m. If you arrive after 5:30 p.m. you will be charged a $25.00 late fee per child and another $1.00 per minute, per child, thereafter. The charge will be billed to your student's incidentals account.

A call from the parent letting us know they will be late will help ease your child and their teacher's anxiety, but it does not excuse the late fee charge.

Pick-up Procedure

Lower School Pick-up:

Enter campus on Montwood and follow the lower school carpool lane. Campus Safety will be there to guide you.
Pull up in front of the Lower School in the carpool lane and remain in your vehicle.
Text your student's first and last name to 214-983-2281.
A KOC teacher will walk your student to your car.

Lower and Middle School Sibling Pick-up:

Enter campus on Montwood and proceed to the lower school carpool line in front of the lower school.
Remain in your vehicle. Text your middle school student's first and last name to 833-354-8926 and ask that your student be sent to the lower school for pick-up.
Next, text your lower school student's first and last name to 214-983-2281. Your lower school student will be walked to your vehicle.

Refunds

Middle School Programs

Overview

Before and After School Programs

Registration Closed

ESD offers teacher-led programs ranging from 6-8 weeks to year-long activities. Students wishing to form or lead their own clubs are encouraged to do so. Please reference the FAQ "How to Start a Club" at the bottom of this page. For more information on specific clubs, please contact the club sponsor.

Programs for students in grades 5-8 are located in the school house and facilitated by ESD faculty and staff.

Academics

Book Club

The Middle School Book Club meets monthly to discuss a book chosen the previous month. This student-led club provides students with the opportunity to discover new books to read, as well as various literary events, resources, and opportunities in the DFW area.

Days	Tuesdays (once a month)
Time	7:45-8:15 a.m.
Start Date	Sept 13
Grades	5-8
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Library Reading Room
Cost	$0
Sponsor	Cathy Arvizu

*Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

French Club

In French Club we celebrate French and French Speaking Culture through activities such a pétanque, crêpe making, mardi gras mini floats, masks, etc.

Days	Thursdays
Time	3:45-4:30 p.m.
Start Date	Jan 6
Grades	5-8
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Dining Commons
Cost	$0
Sponsor	Joumana Arraj

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Youth and Government

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 and a state meet in Austin in the spring.

Days	Fridays
Time	4:00-5:00 p.m.
Start Date	Sept 10
Grades	6-8
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Room L
Cost	$500 (plus an additional fee that will cover the trip to Austin in the spring)
Notes	This club supports and fosters reading, writing, listening, speaking, and critical thinking skills. Students can continue this club throughout Upper School.
Sponsor	Sarah Havins

*Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Arts

Film Club

Film club is a hands-on, six week production course that teaches students how to make a film from start to finish. Each session will build on the previous session. By the conclusion of the course, students will have a working knowledge of Adobe Premier Pro and have produced their very own film!

Students should try to attend all film club sessions because we will be learning new things each session that build upon the previous sessions. If there are conflicts and students miss a session or two, they can coordinate with Mr. Weiss to come in before school for extra help.

Days	Mondays and Wednesdays
Time	4:00-4:45 p.m.
Start Date	TBD (6 week course; 12 sessions)
Grades	5-8
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	F-203
Cost	$240
Sponsor	Bobby Weiss Emily Courtney

Sessions meet: 1/5, 1/10, 1/12, 1/19, 1/24, 1/26, 1/31, 2/2, 2/9. 2/16, 2/21, and 2/23.
Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Knitting Club

Think of it more as a knitting circle. Bring your project, get help and ideas or even learn how. It will be super fun!
*For those wanting to learn how to knit and have Ms. Nutter provide the supplies, there will be a $10 fee.

Days	Fridays
Time	7:30-8:15 a.m.
Start Date	Sept 10
Grades	5-8
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Study Commons
Cost	$0*
Sponsor	Cassie Nutter

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Seventh/Eighth Honor Choir

We will learn and record audition music for TPSMEA (Texas Private Schools Music Educator's Association).

Days	Thursdays
Time	4:00-5:00 p.m.
Start Date	August 26
Grades	7-8
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Choir Room
Cost	$0
Sponsor	Susan Wiles

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Community Building

Community Service Club

We invite fifth and sixth graders to join the community service club where they help with different service activities throughout the year like making snack bags for after school programs, assembling birthday boxes for homeless children, or making cards for elders.

Days	Every second Wednesday of the month
Time	12:05-12:45 p.m. (during IGLT)
Start Date	Sept 8
Grades	5-6
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Outside the Dining Commons
Cost	$0
Sponsor	Courtney Phelps

*Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Community Service Council

Seventh and eighth graders are welcomed to join as members of the council where they take on a leadership role running service related projects throughout the year. They will help decide projects and guide fifth and sixth service club members.

Days	Every second Wednesday of the month
Time	8:00-8:25 a.m.
Start Date	Sept 8
Grades	7-8
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Study Commons
Cost	$0
Sponsor	Courtney Phelps

*Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Diversity & Belonging Club

The Middle School DEI Club is committed to learning about diversity, equity and inclusion, and nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment. The Middle School Diversity Club meets twice a month. Working alongside their faculty advisors, Middle School students share in Chapel according to the Virtue of the Month, various religious holy days (Jewish High Holy Days, Holi, Chinese New Year), and the National Heritage Month celebrations.

Days	Mondays
Time	3:45-4:15 p.m.
Start Date	Jan 10
Grades	5-8
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Study Commons
Cost	$0
Sponsor	Joumana Arraj

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Eighth Grade Ambassadors

The Ambassadors help welcome prospective families and guests to campus and represent The Episcopal School of Dallas as needed. Ambassadors help with admission events, tours, and more and are an integral part of ESD’s Character and Leadership Development programming.

Days	As Needed
Time	As Needed
Start Date	Oct
Grade	8
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	TBA
Cost	$0
Sponsor	Sarah McNamara

Please note, you must apply to be part of the club. Applications will be conducted and reviewed by Upper School Ambassadors, with additional input from advisors.

Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Fishing Club

We have two goals at Fishing Club: to build and improve on the knowledge and skills around this wonderful past time and to study and learn about the species of fish in the ESD Quarry. We learn knots and nomenclature, casting techniques, and safety. Additionally, we tag any Largemouth Bass we catch to study their growth over time as well as the conditions in which they are biting. The Quarry is one of many great outdoor spaces around ESD’s campus where students commune daily - whether rain or shine - to be together and enjoy nature’s gifts.

Days	Every Day
Time	12:05-12:45 p.m. IGLT
Start Date	Aug 18
Grades	5-8
Co-Ed	Yes
Location	Quarry
Cost	$0
Notes	Students must eat lunch and check in with their advisors before heading to the Quarry. There are group size limits. There will be sign-ups for daily access, and a progression card that will dictate what activities are available to the participant.
Sponsor	Davis Felder

*Clubs meet on school days and not over breaks.

Important Information

Registration

Cost

For teacher-led programming, the cost can be found in the program descriptions 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-lead clubs, there is no cost.

Cancellation Policy

How to Start A Club

Students wishing to form or lead their own clubs are encouraged to do so after reaching out to Meg Fahrenbrook '01, 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.

Extended Day

Extended day provides a monitored time and space, before and after school, for students to engage in a variety of activities such as working on homework with classmates, playing board games, meeting with teachers, playing outside in the Gaga Ball pit, watching middle school athletic events, and attending club meetings. These activities allow students to socialize and become acquainted with members of their class, forming bonds that foster inclusivity. There is no charge to participate in this program.

For more information, please contact Sandy Hernandez, Director of After School Programs.

Hours

Sign-In and Pick-Up Procedures

Sign-In:

Grades 5 and 6 are required to sign in by 3:45 p.m. in the School House Study Commons
Grades 7 and 8 are required to sign in by 4:15 p.m. after sports in the School House Study Commons

Middle School Pick-Up:

Enter campus at the Campus Safety booth on Merrell Road and proceed to the carpool line.
Remain in your vehicle and text your student's first and last name to 833-354-8926. You student will gather their belongings and head your way.

Lower and Middle School Sibling Pick-up:

Enter campus on Montwood and proceed to the lower school carpool line in front of the lower school.
Remain in your vehicle. Text your middle school student's first and last name to 833-354-8926 and ask that your student be sent to the lower school for pick-up.
Next, text your lower school student's first and last name to 214-983-2281. Your lower school student will be walked to your vehicle.

Middle school students not picked up by 6:00 p.m. will be under the supervision of Campus Safety. Multiple pick-ups after 6:00 p.m. may result in the student's exclusion from the Extended Care Program.

Cost

Registration

If you would like your middle school child to attend, please submit one interest form per student attending. Once the form is submitted, your child can attend extended day. You do not need to wait for a confirmation to attend. All are welcome, we just need to know to expect your child. Thank you.

Registration Interest Form

For questions, please contact Sandy Hernandez, Director of After School Programs.

Cell Phone Free Zone

The middle school years are a critical developmental stage for students and interacting with one another, face to face, is an essential part of that development. For that reason, students in grades 5-7 are not allowed to carry cell phones. Eighth graders may bring phones but they must remain off and stored in their lockers until after the school day. They must remain out of sight in community spaces unless there is a direct communication happening about pick-up.

We do understand this creates a challenge for some families and we understand the tremendous responsibility it puts on the School to communicate schedule changes to students in a timely manner. The tremendous learning benefits created by limiting access to smart devices during the academic day far outweigh these hurdles and we are committed to partnering with families as they manage complex schedules with many moving parts.