Celebrating 50 Years
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The Episcopal School of Dallas was founded on the belief that every child is made in the image of a loving God.
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Upon that foundation, a restless and compelling priest, talented and devoted faculty and staff, tireless area leaders, and dedicated parents eager to support a unique educational experience for their children built one of the greatest success stories in Texas. |
Today, 50 years since its humble beginning in 1974, The Episcopal School of Dallas continues to fulfill its mission by providing children a faith-informed education that prepares them for lives of intellectual discovery, integrity, and purpose. The first 50 years is only the beginning. As we look toward the future with the ESD2030 strategic plan as our guide, we will build on our incredibly strong foundation for future generations of ESD students.
Throughout the coming school year, we invite you to look back at ESD’s founding and the remarkable 50 years that followed. Below are key dates for larger community events and activities. News and information about other happenings will be shared as the new school year begins.
50th Anniversary Community Events
| ESD History Chapel Series |
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8:00 a.m. (Lower), 9:25 a.m. (Middle), and 12:15 p.m. (Upper)
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| Alumni Art Show Opening Reception |
| Friday, September 20 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Susan M. Frank Center for Arts and Humanities The show will remain open through November |
| Time Capsule Reveal |
| Tuesday, September 24 12:15 p.m. Study Commons Mrs. Barger and the ESD sixth-grade class are leading a time capsule project. The time capsule was installed by the sixth-grade class during the 1997-98 school year (Class of 2004). We look forward to an exciting reveal this fall and a new time capsule replacement in the spring. |
| 50th Anniversary Homecoming Celebration and Picnic |
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Friday, October 4 Time travel through the ESD Eras Tour to learn more about our school's rich history and unparalleled trajectory in becoming one of the preeminent schools in the country. Listen to music by Jake Kelton ‘23, engage in the sixth-grade time capsule project, enjoy fabulous food by SAGE and snow cone treats from Kona Ice, meet former faculty and alumni who played key roles in ESD's journey, and test your ESD trivia knowledge. All of this culminates in an exciting drumline and Eagle Walk to the stadium to cheer on the Eagles. Kickoff at 7:00 p.m. A night not to be missed! RSVP CLOSED |
| Reception Honoring Members of ESD’s Keystone Society |
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Keystone Society Reception Keystone Society members are former faculty and staff who served ESD for five years or more. |
| Alumni Weekend, Campus Events |
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Alumni Weekend Alumni Weekend is taking place in conjunction with the ESDPA Auction event this year. there will be several on-campus events (listed below); the golf and tennis events will take place in the spring.
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ESDPA Auction: Studio'74 |
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The ESDPA Auction: Studio '74 A very special community celebration of ESD’s 50th Anniversary. This year's 50th-anniversary edition of our ESDPA annual auction will be bigger and better than ever. The auction features the ever-popular parent show, which includes familiar faces and talent from the past - alumni and alumni parents! There will be food, fun, dancing, and a spectacular live auction. Don't miss this fun and entertaining night! We hope you will join us to Giddy Up and Boogie Down, catching the hottest Parent, Alumni, and Faculty show in town! Studio '74 gets poppin' at 6:30 p.m. All tickets include drinks, food stations, and funkadelic surprises. The party rolls on over to the main stage at 8:00 p.m. to scope out the Live Auction, followed by the Show. After the show, the celebration continues upstairs, where the tunes will be vibin' and the disco balls will be spinnin' so we can boogie down 'til midnight! AUCTION DETAILS |
| ESD Community Day of Service Honoring our 50th Anniversary |
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Saturday, March 29 The ESD community - students, parents, alumni, faculty, and staff - will come together to honor our highest calling: serving others. A variety of service activities will be available for all ages, and all ESD families and alumni are encouraged to participate. Details will be coming later this fall. |
| Alumni Spring Swing Tournaments |
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Monday, May 5 Spring Swing Golf Tournament Friday, May 9 Spring Swing Golf and Pickelball Both events are hosted by the Alumni Association and Booster Club |
