2025-26 School Year
The Getting Ready pages are your one-stop shop for everything related to the next school year.
Getting Ready
Middle School
Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
| February |
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| Additional Dates |
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Events and Parent Meetings
| Parent Coffees and Student Socials |
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| Grade-Level Parent Meetings / Move-Up Meetings |
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2025-26 Move-Up Meetings will be announced in April. Please check back. |
Uniforms and School Supplies
| 2025-26 Uniform Notes |
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We are pleased to announce our partnership with Flynn O’Hara Uniforms. Once again, we would like to thank you for your understanding and patience as we have progressed through this challenging uniform saga. There are brighter days ahead! Below is key information to know. As more information becomes available and dates are confirmed, this webpage will be updated and re-shared through News You Can Use. Can my child wear his or her Dennis Uniform pieces next year?
Availability of Uniform Items
Uniform pieces not yet available for purchase are listed below; these items are scheduled to be ready this spring:
We will keep you updated on arrival dates as they become available. CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE FLYNN O'HARA SHOP NOW Please note: Beginner families shop under the "PK" tab, and Primer families shop under the "K" tab. Flynn O’Hara offers ESD families free shipping on orders over $100.
For uniform policy questions and clarifications:
For uniform provider questions and interim uniform issues (i.e. The zipper just broke on my daughter’s last uniform skirt, my son has outgrown his pants; What do they wear until Flynn O’Hara bottoms are available?):
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| Uniform Shoes |
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Examples of approved vs. unapproved shoes for both formal and everyday use. |
| Spirit Wear, PE Uniforms, and the Uniform Resale |
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Spirit Wear Spirit Wear is the terminology used to describe ESD-branded apparel. Special dress days throughout the school year will call for "Spirit Dress," which can be purchased from The Eagles Nest Campus Store, the virtual store, or the Uniform Resale Shop. Please refer to the Middle School Handbook in Veracross for approved spirit wear items. Follow @eaglesnestesd for information on special sale days and new merchandise. Uniform Resale Shop Our ESDPA-run uniform resale shop is a great resource for uniforms and spirit wear. PE Uniforms The PE uniform can be purchased at The Eagles Nest or in the Uniform Resale Shop. Please refer to your Middle School Handbook for more details on the uniform requirements. |
| Textbooks |
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Textbook ordering is through MBS Direct and opens on July 1. Free shipping is typically available from July 29 to August 4. Please allow up to 2 weeks for shipping and make sure to place your orders by August 1 so they arrive by the first day of school. No schedule is needed to purchase books. All students take the same core subjects in each middle school grade. Questions? Please reach out to Amy Henderson, ESD Academic Dean. |
| School Supplies |
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Supplies are included in tuition and issued to students during orientation. If additional supplies are needed for a specific course, teachers will contact parents. All students are encouraged to have a backpack and reusable water bottle. |
Day-to-Day Details
| 2025-26 Academic Calendar |
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| School Day Hours |
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Grades 5-6 Grades 7-8 |
| How will ESD communicate with me? |
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Every Monday (or the first day of the school week) during the school year, you will receive an email with the subject line "ESD News You Can Use." This is our digital newsletter that provides important information for the upcoming week, in addition to Middle School specific details. Everything you need to know can be found in News You Can Use. If you are not receiving these emails and have checked your spam folder, please contact our parent support team. |
| Campus Map |
| Summer Reading and Math Enrichment |
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Information about summer reading will be coming soon. |
Contacts and Help
| Frequently Used Contacts |
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| For General Questions |
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Do you have a question and you're not sure who to ask? |
| Middle School Handbook |
| The middle school handbook is available in your Veracross Parent Portal. |
Extended School Day and Extracurricular Programs
| ESD+ Before and After School Programs |
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| Summer Camp |
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Have fun and meet new ESD friends at summer camp. |
| Sports Fellowship |
Enrollment Information
| Medical Forms and Records |
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May 24, 2024 was the deadline to submit the lifetime immunization record. (New families only) August 1, 2024 was the deadline to submit all supplemental medical forms including annual physicals. Please have your physician complete the Annual Physical Form. All students must have a new physical every year. All medical records and forms must be submitted through Magnus Health through the Veracross parent portal. Login to Veracross, scroll down to the Resources section, and click Student Health Forms (Magnus). We cannot accept forms sent directly to the school. Veracross Parent Portal Login to Access Magnus Health Magnus Health is the provider of our secure web-based electronic medical record system and your child’s health records will be initiated online. This information is HIPAA and FERPA protected and is unique to each student. |
| Tuition and Billing |
| Tuition and billing information can be accessed from your Veracross parent portal. |
| Insurance: Tuition and Accident |
Technology Assistance
| Navigating the Parent Portal |
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Step-by-step guides to help you best utilize the Parent Portal. |
| Schoology and Veracross |
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Current families can access the help desk now. |
*The Getting Ready pages are continuously updated. Please check back often.
Upper School
Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
| February |
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Events and Parent Meetings
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| Move Up Meetings |
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2025-26 Move-Up Meetings for current ESD students will be communicated in News You Can Use and by your student's grade-level Dean.
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Uniform and School Supplies
| Uniform Vendor |
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We are pleased to announce our partnership with Flynn O’Hara Uniforms. Once again, we would like to thank you for your understanding and patience as we have progressed through this challenging uniform saga. There are brighter days ahead! Below is key information to know. As more information becomes available and dates are confirmed, this webpage will be updated and re-shared through News You Can Use. Can my child wear his or her Dennis Uniform pieces next year?
Availability of Uniform Items
Uniform pieces not yet available for purchase are listed below; these items are scheduled to be ready this spring:
We will keep you updated on arrival dates as they become available. CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE FLYNN O'HARA SHOP NOW Please note: Beginner families shop under the "PK" tab, and Primer families shop under the "K" tab. Flynn O’Hara offers ESD families free shipping on orders over $100.
For uniform policy questions and clarifications:
For uniform provider questions and interim uniform issues (i.e. The zipper just broke on my daughter’s last uniform skirt, my son has outgrown his pants; What do they wear until Flynn O’Hara bottoms are available?):
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| Uniforms |
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Official uniform guidelines can be found in the Upper School Parent Handbook in your Parent Portal. Below is a helpful visual reference, but not every aspect of the dress code is covered, so please reference the handbook.
Every Wednesday and on other days throughout the year, students are required to be in formal uniforms. All students wear a blazer and a button-down shirt, accompanied by a school tie with gray dress pants, or accompanied by an ESD-plaid skirt. Students may not wear sweatshirts or athletic apparel on formal uniform days. On a day designated as a formal uniform day, students are required to be in formal uniform for the entire day. White Shirt: White oxford button-down or no-pocket white polo (ESD monogram or plain with no monogram or logo) with 2 to 5 buttons; clean, tucked in with waistband visible and appropriately sized with all but the top button buttoned. Seniors have the privilege of wearing either a light blue or yellow oxford or polo, following the guidelines for the white polo. Both the oxford and the polo can be short or long-sleeved. On formal uniform days, only the oxford is acceptable. Navy Blazer: Must be worn on all formal uniform days, including Eucharist, and other days as specified. The blazer should fit well and should be in good condition. Gray Slacks: To be purchased from our uniform vendor and worn with a solid or braided belt. Skirt: Navy-green-gold ESD plaid to be purchased from our uniform vendor. The skirt may not be altered to remove the inner shorts or hemmed to be shortened. Gray Shorts: To be purchased from our uniform vendor. Dress shorts of appropriate length to achieve a professional appearance; not permitted on formal dress days. Navy Sweater: Solid navy cardigan, pullover, crew, or V-neck (small logo or monogram permitted). On formal days, the sweater must be worn under a blazer. Undergarments: Undergarments may not have logos or colors that are visible through the uniform, and may not be exposed or visible in any way. Socks: Solid white or navy, small logo acceptable. Sweatshirt: Solid blue sweatshirt or fleece (ESD logo or no logo) is permitted only on regular dress days. A monogram or logo is permitted if 2” or less in size. An exception is made for an ESD-sanctioned team or activity blue sweatshirt, in which case lettering can be larger than 2”. Coats: Navy ESD jackets, ESD Varsity Letter jacket, or plain navy jackets may be worn both inside and outside on regular uniform days. Non-uniform coats may be worn outside, but must be removed while inside buildings. Shoes: Brown, tan, or black dress shoes, all black or all white athletic shoes, navy or white & black saddle oxfords are all acceptable options. Shoes must be clean and in good condition, with enclosed toe and heel. The heel may not exceed 1.0” in height. Seniors have the privilege of wearing cowboy boots. Accessories: Hats and caps are not permitted inside a school building during the school day. ESD scarves and white or navy scarves are permitted on non-formal uniform days. Belt: Solid or braided brown or black belt to be worn at all times with shorts or pants; no large belt buckles and no logos (other than an ESD logo) Jewelry and Make-up: Appropriate and simple. Hair: Clean, well-groomed. Only natural hair dye colors are permitted. Facial hair is not permitted. Tights/Leggings: Tights or leggings must be solid weave and in good condition without flares/bell bottoms, rips, holes, or sheer material. Tights or leggings must be solid navy only. To achieve a professional appearance, no sweatpants, yoga pants, or long underwear can be worn under the skirt. |
| Uniform Shoes |
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Examples of approved vs. unapproved shoes for both formal and everyday use.
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| Spirit Wear and the Uniform Resale |
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Spirit Wear Spirit Wear is the terminology used to describe ESD-branded apparel. Special dress days throughout the school year will call for "Spirit Dress," which you can purchase at The Eagles Nest Campus Store, the virtual store, or the Uniform Resale Shop. Please refer to the Upper School Handbook in Veracross for approved spirit wear items. Follow @eaglesnestesd for information on special sale days and new merchandise. Uniform Resale Shop Our ESDPA-run uniform resale shop is a great resource for uniforms and spirit wear. |
| Textbooks |
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Textbook ordering is through MBS Direct and opens on July 1. Free shipping is typically available from July 29 to August 4. Please allow up to 2 weeks for shipping and make sure to place your orders by August 1 so they arrive by the first day of school. No schedule is needed to purchase books. All students take the same core subjects in each upper school grade. Questions? Please reach out to Amy Henderson, ESD Academic Dean. |
Day-to-Day Details
| 2025-26 Academic Calendar |
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| School Day Hours and Bell Schedule |
Upper School, Grades 9-12:9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (6:15 p.m. Athletics)
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| How will ESD communicate with me? |
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Every Monday (or the first day of the school week) during the school year, you will receive an email with the subject line "ESD News You Can Use." It will be sent from The Episcopal School of Dallas. If you are not receiving these emails and have checked your spam folder, please contact our Parent Support Team. |
| Campus Map |
| Required Summer Reading |
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Information about summer reading will be coming soon. |
Contacts and Help
| Frequently Used Contacts |
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| For General Questions |
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Do you have a question and you're not sure who to ask? |
| Upper School Handbook |
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The upper school handbook is available in your Veracross Parent Portal. |
| Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Program |
| Learn More About Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Program |
| Course Catalog |
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2025-26 Upper School Course Catalog Coming Soon |
| College Guidance, New Student Onboarding |
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2025-26: More information will be available in the spring. |
| Rising Ninth Course Selection Process |
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2025-26 Resources: Coming Soon 2024-25 Resources Watch Recording from February 2, 2024 Meeting Current ESD Families: Course Request Process for Rising Ninth Grade Students New Families: Course Request Process for New Ninth Grade Students |
Extracurricular Programs
| Athletics Contacts |
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Are you interested in Athletics at ESD? Reach out to a coach with any questions you might have. |
| Community Service Opportunities & Service Council |
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New Upper School Students: The Community Service Council will provide leadership for Upper School community service events and projects. As members of the council, you are servant leaders on campus and within the community. Members go above and beyond leading other students in service opportunities and raising awareness within their school and community of current needs. Being a member of the Community Service Council requires leadership, dedication and responsibility. You may apply to be a part of the council, please complete this application. For questions, please reach out to Courtney Phelps, Director of Community Service Learning. All Students: Summer 2025 service opportunities will be posted here soon. Here is a list of PAST summer service opportunities compiled by Courtney Phelps, Director of Community Service Learning. General Information can be found here Community Service CouncilThe Community Service Council will provide leadership for Upper School community service events and projects. As members of the council, you are servant leaders on campus and within the community. Members go above and beyond leading other students in service opportunities and raising awareness within their school and community of current needs. Being a member of the Community Service Council requires leadership, dedication and responsibility. Your membership is your guarantee that you will actively participate in council events and meetings to the best of your ability. If you are interested in this leadership opportunity, please complete the application by TBD. |
| Fine Arts Contacts |
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Are you interested in Fine Arts at ESD? Reach out to an art teacher with any questions you might have. |
| Summer Camp and Credit Courses |
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Have fun and meet new ESD friends at summer camp. |
| Vestry Leadership Opportunity |
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Rising Freshmen: we need servant leaders who will help make our worship inspirational, transformational, and dependable. The Mission of the Upper School Vestry is to assist the chaplain in helping the students and staff of ESD glorify God, by planning, creating, serving, reading, and leading daily and seasonal worship services, in an environment that is rooted in the Episcopal faith, while being inclusive to all participants, and encouraging every person to “ignite a life of purpose through the development of an educated conscience”. If you would like more information about Vestry and what we do, please see ESD VESTRY: Mission, Roles, and Information. |
Enrollment Information
| Medical Forms and Records |
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MAY 24, 2024, was the deadline to submit the lifetime immunization record. (New families only) AUGUST 1, 2024, was the deadline to submit all supplemental medical forms, including annual physicals. Please have your physician complete the Annual Physical Form. All students must have a new physical every year. All medical records and forms must be submitted through Magnus Health through the Veracross parent portal. Login to Veracross, scroll down to the Resources section, and click Student Health Forms (Magnus). We cannot accept forms sent directly to the school. Veracross Parent Portal Login to Access Magnus Health Magnus Health is the provider of our secure web-based electronic medical record system and your child’s health records will be initiated online. This information is HIPAA and FERPA protected and is unique to each student. |
| Tuition and Billing |
| Tuition and billing information can be accessed from your Veracross parent portal. |
| Insurance: Tuition and Accident |
Technology Assistance
| Navigating the Parent Portal |
|---|
|
Step-by-step guides to help you best utilize the Parent Portal. |
| Schoology and Veracross |
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Current families can access the help desk now. |
*The Getting Ready page is updated continuously. Please check back often for updates.
