J. Erik Jonsson Community School
EDS Byron Nelson Championship
For the third straight year, we began our week in Dallas with a visit to the J. Erik Jonsson Community School. The school is a year-round, accredited private school serving children 3 years old through sixth grade. The staff provides a relationship-centered, enriched academic environment using creative classroom practices and engaging parents and the community in educating and nurturing children. The student body is comprised of primarily Hispanic children from the local community. Tuition is determined with families based upon ability to pay with the balance of the program is cost supported by the Salesmanship Club of Dallas, the tournament organization that runs the EDS Byron Nelson Championship.

A student play about a young frog began our visit, and the we assisted fourth and fifth grade students with various projects. We always look forward to seeing what they are learning each year. The fifth grade science experiments are always a challenge for the students and us- reminding us how long its been since we've been in school and just how bright these children really are. Seeing where the monies raised by the tournament are actually used is very gratifying. We look forward to next year's trip!