Early Childhood News
Important Dates & Action Items
| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| April 24 - "That '70s Art Show" LS 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. |
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| May 5 & 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. |
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| May 15 - Flynn O'Hara On-Campus Sizing Day | ||
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A Flynn O’Hara sizing specialist will be on campus to take measurements for your student to ensure the best fit when you are ready to order or purchase new uniform items. Please note that this is a sizing opportunity; there will not be samples available for trying on at this event.
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| June 1 - Summer Reading and Math Enrichment Release | ||
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Please check the Getting Ready pages on June 1 for summer reading and math requirements. |
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| June 20 & 27 - Flynn O'Hara In-Store ESD Sizing and Shopping Days | ||
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The Flynn O’Hara Store will be open exclusively for ESD families on these days.
To ensure your Flynn O’Hara shopping experience is efficient and pleasant, a SignUp Genius will be shared soon to reserve your visit time.
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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 23, 2025 Uniform Update: Vendor Details & Item Availability |
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The Flynn O'Hara Storefront is Now Open Availability of Uniform Items at Flynn O'Hara
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.
Teacher Appreciation Week is just around the corner, and we need your help sending our teachers off to summer, showing them just how much we love them! Click the button below to see all volunteer opportunities for Teacher Appreciation Week:
VOLUNTEER FOR TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
| Early Childhood Division Rep Welcome |
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Hi EC families! It’s hard to believe, but we are officially counting down the last month of school for the year! This time of year is always buzzing with musicals, Spring parent parties, end-of-year gatherings, and planning for the summer. Please take a moment to check all the information for your grade below so you don’t miss anything in the chaos of May. When thinking about end-of-year gifting, be mindful that the school requests your budget not exceed $100 per teacher per year, if you choose to give a 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! It has been a joy to serve as your Early Childhood Division Coordinator! I feel so grateful to be able to volunteer my time at such an amazing school, and I strongly encourage parents to consider nominating themselves for a position when the next round of sign-ups comes out! I hope you all have a wonderful last month of school! Now let’s make the 50th anniversary of ESD go out with a bang!! Go Eagles! Makenzi Dauwe (Denver ‘35, Delta ‘37) 2025-26 Early Childhood Division Coordinator: Shaley Espinosa |
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Hi Beginner Parents, We hope everyone is enjoying some sunshine after several rainy days! Yay for Spring! We have a busy April before we head into our last month in Beginners - it's flown by. Additionally, thank you so much to Lauren and Francois Bellemare for hosting our Beginner Parent party and welcoming us into your home! Below are a few grade-specific dates for us as well as Lower School dates to save: 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, 2025-26 Beginner Grade Rep: Chezzarae Jensvold |
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Hi Pre-K families! We cannot believe the end of the school year is upon us. Here are some important dates that will take you to the finish line. Please reach out if you have any questions! Grade-level Dates:
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*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal. Thanks, 2025-26 Pre-K Grade Reps: Emma Thomas and Mary Kathryn Kontoulis |
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Hello Kindergarten Parents, It was great seeing so many of you at the Parent Grade Party! Thank you so much to the Patel Family for being such gracious hosts! This is the final email for the year. Wow, how time flies. We have loved the opportunity to serve as Kindergarten Grade Reps this year and are grateful for your support as we navigated this volunteer role. Below are the remaining dates and reminders; please review and mark your calendars. Visit our grade GroupMe for reminders as new events quickly approach. As always, please reach out to us with any questions. If a family chooses to give end-of-year gifts, the suggested maximum amount per teacher or staff member is $100. Handwritten notes and cards are special and lovely, too. The assignment for CAST/Staff for the Kindergarten grade is listed below.
The Kindergarten Grade was also assigned the wonderful Amy Cuccia! Grade-level Dates:
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*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal. Welcome back, 2025-26 Kinder Grade Reps: Victoria Short and Noelle Russo-Faulk |
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Hello, Primer families! Well Primer… It’s hard to believe this year is almost over! I have loved getting to know our amazing primer families and experiencing the magic of this special grade! I probably won’t be the only one shedding a tear when this year is over! If only Mrs. Campbell could travel with us year after year and from floor to floor. That’s right, we’re headed upstairs soon!! Here we go, Big Kid Status! But as we wrap up the school year, here are a few last dates to keep in mind. Grade-level Dates:
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*Don’t forget that you can view your customized family calendar in your Veracross Parent Portal. Jessica Asaff (Claire '34 and Ford '37) 2025-26 Primer Grade Reps: Adelaide Erickson |
