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Over 50 years ago, a humble young priest had a vision: to create a traditional school for children in which their intellectual, moral and physical development would be kindled to celebrate their innate gifts from God.
Today, Father Jim DeWolfe’s vision has been transformed into one of the most dynamic learning environments available. Beginning in 1951 as a preschool in the undercroft of All Saints’ Episcopal Church, the All Saints’ Episcopal School of today, situated on a 103-acre Cresson rock prairie campus in west Fort Worth, is one of the largest independent parish day schools in the country. While the face of the School has changed over the years, the core has remained the same.
Our students attend selective colleges and universities, and they are incredibly talented scholars, musicians, athletes and artists. Our former students are highly successful priests, doctors, teachers, actors, lawyers, writers and business people. Some of them are current parents of All Saints’ students. Most important, each of them has learned the importance of following Christ’s model of making a positive difference in the lives of others and to use their God-given talents to the best of their ability.
I am convinced that as you "surf" through our material you will discover that our comprehensive K-12 program contains highly successful, traditional elements while encouraging an entrepreneurial spirit in curricular and program development. Pay particular attention to our mission, for I believe it speaks volumes about the character and makeup of our being.
For those who seek to slake their intellectual curiosity through rigorous academic training, have an appreciation for the aesthetic of the arts and a desire for physical development through healthy competition, here you will find a home. For those who recognize the importance of nurturing the soul, preparing for life’s challenges and giving thanks to God for our gifts, and learning to use them appropriately, we provide a sanctuary. For those who seek an educational setting that encourages lifelong learning, recognizing that we are children of God, values relationships and builds community, welcome to All Saints’ Episcopal School!
Tad Bird |
| | Thaddeus BirdHead of School Year Appointed: 1998 I have the best job in the world and one with quite a view! From the vantage point directly outside my office facing the Burnett Great Lawn, I can see children, faculty and families walking in and out of All Saints’ Chapel, Middle School students playing a loosely organized game of soccer around the Ewin Bell Tower, Upper School art students with easels facing the striking Rose Window in the Chapel, Dr. Fanning mesmerizing/engaging his students with an outdoor lecture, a game of ‘long toss’ on the Corbett baseball field, and periodic “Frisbee physics” by Upper School students, and more-the hum of the beehive activity brings me quiet joy.
With a passion for outdoor activities such as fishing and a description of successful ventures in the field, I always like to say, “There is a reason they call it fishing, not catching...” A loyal Red Sox fan, following decades of disappointing losses and the remarkable 2004 season culminating with a come-from-behind League Championship win over heated rival Yankees and a World Series Championship series victory over the Cardinals, I have been known to sport a t-shirt which reads, “Now I can die in peace!” An avid reader, my library includes titles ranging from John Irving’s A Prayer for Owen Meany and Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (among my favorites) and a dog-eared history text in which one of my former students scribbled “Mr. Bird is such a dork!” I’ve never taken myself so seriously that I can’t have a good laugh, even at my own expense.
The fact that both of my parents were teachers and that there were strong influences of Episcopal ministry on both sides of the family going back many generations may have led me to this field; however, while I made the decision to pursue a graduate degree in education, I was not fully resolved to teach, until a former coach, teacher and assistant head-of-school, called me when he was in graduate school and suggested that I join him at his new school to teach history and coach. That experience proved to be quite meaningful and, so, the process continued... Truly, though, I feel blessed to have received great support and encouragement from my parents, former teachers and colleagues and to serve All Saints’ Episcopal School. Even after 25 years of an independent Episcopal school education, I’m not sure what I’ll do when I grow up! |
All Saints' Episcopal School of Fort Worth promotes academic excellence in a nurturing, Christian environment and upholds the Anglican tradition of worship.
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