Upper School News
Important Dates & Action Items
| October 27 - 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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| October 29 - Picture Retakes | ||
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Wednesday, October 29, is the day to retake the picture if the first one didn’t go well. There is no sign-up for retakes. Yearbook photo provider, CADY, sent emails and texts to parents with a link to view photos. Photos are available to view and order online. You can preview and order your 2025-26 pictures here. For questions, please contact CADY Support. You can contact CADY Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., at 678-534-5384 or use their Chat Feature. |
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| October 30 - US Halloween Costume Contest | ||
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On Thursday, October 30, our Upper School students can participate in the third annual Halloween Costume Contest. Have fun and be creative, but keep in mind the following guidelines for a school-appropriate costume:
**If you do not follow the spirit of these guidelines, you'll be asked to change into your uniform or be sent home to do so. |
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| October 31 - Spirit Dress | ||
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Wear your camo/spirit dress shirt on Friday in support of our team against St. Mark's for our last football game of the season! |
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| November 5 - All-School Conference Day | ||
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At 4:00 p.m. on Monday, October 20, conference sign-ups opened in your MyESD Parent Portal. Conference day is November 5. If you need help signing in to your MyESD portal, please email parentsupport@esdallas.org. Conference sign-up closes on November 3. |
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| November 5 - Eagles Nest Conference Day Sale (8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) | ||
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The Eagles Nest will be hosting a great sale on Conference Day from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for all divisions. Grab some new ESD spiritwear for prices as low as $5.00! |
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| November 20: US Grandparents' Day (Ninth and Twelfth Grade) (10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) | ||
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Upper School (Grades 9 and 12) - Valet located on Merrell Road
For more information and frequently asked questions, please visit www.esdallas.org/events. |
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. All School Information
| 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
As part of their Leadership Lab, our fourth graders recently practiced active listening, including listening with their eyes, ears, bodies, and hearts.
Pause and Ponder: The Impact of Active Listening
- For younger children: How do you help others know you are listening to them carefully? How does it feel when your friends and family listen to you?
- For older children, teenagers, and adults: How do you know when others are listening carefully to you, and how does that make you feel? How can active listening with your heart help you connect with others and better understand how you can make a positive impact on them?
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.
| Upper School Division Rep Welcome |
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Hello Upper School Parents, I’m excited to be your Upper 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! |
| Ninth Grade |
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*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal.
For any questions, please reach out to your grade-level representatives below: |
| Tenth Grade |
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*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal.
For any questions, please reach out to your grade-level representatives below: |
| Eleventh Grade |
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*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal.
For any questions, please reach out to your grade-level representatives below: |
| Twelfth Grade |
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*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal.
For any questions, please reach out to your grade-level representatives below: |
Dean's Letters
| Ninth Grade - Heather Cernoch |
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| Tenth Grade - Marc Salz |
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| Eleventh Grade - Claire Mrozek |
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| Twelfth Grade - Marcela Garcini |
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