The EDS Experience

As parents, one of the toughest decisions we make in life is where to enroll your child in school. We can say without a doubt, enrolling Garrett in EDS has been one of the best decision we have ever made! We are truly grateful for the dedicated teachers and staff who have welcomed our son into a nurturing and creative environment through all his years of school.  There are so many reasons we love Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School; small classes, academic excellence, latest technology, student diversity, environmental awareness and school garden...but above all is knowing your child is surrounded by caring, patient, creative and fun loving people. We feel EDS is an absolute blessing!  The exceptional teachers and staff have helped create wonderful memories for Garrett. Allowing parents to be heavily involved and participate in those memories is icing on the cake! We have enjoyed being a part of the EDS family since Garrett was in Prek-4 and are happy to see him flourishing now in high school at the beautiful new South Campus.

Rob and I chose EDS as the school for our children after looking at several schools in the area and prayerful consideration. Our faith is very important to us and we want our children to be at a school that promotes God on a daily basis while providing a strong educational foundation for them. The class sizes are small enough for individual attention, and Ms. Boo Kay is a truly gifted servant-leader. Collin and Tessa have grown emotionally, academically, and spiritually since their first day of school. Having Collin be a part of the inaugural senior class at EDS was such an amazing experience for our family. This was not a decision taken lightly and we are happy with the choice we made. 

Sincerely, Robert and Danette Null Parents of Collin and Tessa

We have been part of the EDS family for almost 7 years now.  Our journey to Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School started even before we moved back home to Lake Charles.  I started researching schools a year or two before we moved back, and one stood out immensely above any other, EDS.  

When my husband and I toured the school we immediately felt at home, and that it was the right place for our (then only 2!) boys.  It has been the absolute best decision to become an EDS family.  The education our children receive is phenomenal, the teachers are amazing, and the entire staff is kind and caring.  We are so thankful for small class sizes, individualized learning plans within a flexible curriculum that challenges them, and most of all a Christian education and environment.  Our boys come home excited to tell us about their day and all that they are learning.  We love that they get to plant gardens, participate in community service outreach projects, and experience diverse learning outside of the "classroom walls".  

My husband and I have made lifelong friendships with other families here.  Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School is absolutely one of the biggest blessings in our lives.  We have added a few more current and future Eagles to our family over the last couple of years, and we're thrilled to continue our EDS experience for many years to come!

Sincerely,
Eric and Cara Fontenot

Parents of current Eagles: Ward (5th), John Daniel (3rd), Luke (2nd), Reid (Kindergarten), and Catherine (Prek 2)

Although our children are grown now, we still enjoy the tight knit community that is EDS. Fred still visits the South campus weekly to ensure the deer and fish feeders are full and functioning properly. He brings his dog along for the fun and does some training outside by the lake. We've given him the official title of "EDS Feeder Fred."

Justin and I were so excited to move back home, Southwest Louisiana, after being gone for a decade. I originally toured EDS with only preschool in mind. After touring the campus and seeing the EDS family in action, I knew we'd found our home. I was stunned by the open and welcoming environment, amazed by the outdoor classrooms, and moved by the joy and comfort of every child I saw. I eagerly enrolled our two year old daughter, Abby, for the upcoming year.

Private schools always focus and boast of their academics and spirituality. EDS provides that, but so much more. EDS teaches the WHOLE child and partners with parents to develop wonderful citizens, bright innovators, and excellent stewards of knowledge. EDS grows beautiful souls and human beings. This school is more than four walls and a "great education". Students lift off to their next endeavor knowing the value of caring for their environment, offering service to their fellow man, and respecting and celebrating differences.

Abby is now eight and THRIVING in third grade. She adores her teacher and loves visiting her former teachers. I enjoy volunteering at the school and serving my third year as Parent Guild President. We've also added a new Eagle to our nest, Jake, who is starting Prek 2 this year. I love the energy and commitment of our parents to support our school, faculty, staff, and teachers. Justin and I have grown close to many of the EDS parents, and enjoy having this community as a soft place to land. It is often said by many Eagle families that "EDS just hugs you back" - that summarizes the home we've found in EDS.

We can't wait to see what the rest of our EDS journey has in store for our family!

Ashley & Justin Rudd
Parents of current Eagles, Abby and Jake