The Vroom Family. Photo courtesy of ESD
The Episcopal School of Dallas (ESD) announces the establishment of its first endowed Distinguished Teaching Chair made possible by a generous gift from ESD parents Anne Clayton and Jacques Vroom.
The Distinguished Teaching Chair recognizes teachers who has excelled in teaching and is dedicated to helping students find their passion and desire to learn. ESD currently has a full- time teaching staff of 140.
“We very much believe in ESD and the vision for igniting lives of purpose and a love of learning,” said Jacques Vroom. “We have watched with amazement the warmth, patience, and enthusiasm ESD teachers use as they inspire our children. In a time with elevated competition to fill teaching positions, growing ESD’s teaching endowment is critical for ESD to retain and expand its roster of fabulous teachers. Our family made this gift to support ESD teachers and hope we will inspire others to do the same.”
The Vroom’s were inspired to make this gift after attending a leadership briefing at ESD. David Baad, the Hobson Family Head of School of ESD, spoke of the priorities of the school and the importance of EDS’s commitment to its students and learning. They also wanted a way to thank teachers at ESD that have created a safe space for children to learn.
Thanks to the Vroom’s gift, ESD is on the path to having a goal of 20 Distingished Chairs.
“Our family has benefited from many incredible teachers at ESD,” said Anne Clayton Vroom. “They have created an environment where kids are respected for their own individuality and shown the rewards that come from learning and intellectual curiosity. If we are going to continue to inspire the next generation, we must show our teachers that they are appreciated and cherished.”
