Episcopal Academy
New category for the new website. Use this for new “editorials” posts.
Mia Favini ’27 The Episcopal Academy is renowned for its rigorous academic program, complemented by an abundance of extracurricular opportunities. EA does not center itself in one department or discipline. Instead, its wide range of programs makes it a special place. A student can participate in the theater program while also competing as a dedicated … Read More “Graduation requirements: necessary or limiting?” »
Mahika Rahlan ’26 Sophia Venneri ’26 When school administrations are pressured by budget cuts, typically, Arts and Music programs are the first to go. However, for the first time in recent history, STEM education and flagship programs are being severely targeted. In 2025, a major topic of discussion, capturing news headlines, has been research funding … Read More “Staff Editorial: EA students must advocate for STEM” »
Daniel Adibi ’26 During the winter, EA’s robotics teams are busy at work constructing 120-pound robots to compete in the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). The competition and EA’s involvement provide an opportunity for students passionate about STEM to explore engineering hands-on. Yet, behind the excitement of the season, a deeper question lies: who is funding … Read More “Sponsors for robotics competitions raise concern” »
Mahika Rahlan ’26 Sophia Venneri ’26 Nearing the end of the first month of school, it is safe to say that being a senior feels pretty great. Being a senior means a lot of important things. On the surface, it means being at the top of the high school food chain, gaining authority, and enjoying … Read More “Staff Editorial: Looking ahead to senior year” »
Darian Mihalakis ’27 The balance between athletics and academics at EA is integral to the school’s identity. Outlined in the mission statement, EA’s commitment to both sports and education fosters a unique environment where both mind and body are highly valued. Now, more than ever, with major changes on the horizon, it’s important for Episcopal … Read More “EA must not stray from academic and athletic balance” »
Thought Daughter ’67 Is Outward Bound really an opportunity for the formation of so-called camaraderie, community, and growth among Episcopal’s incoming freshman class year after year? Or, is it really just a ploy for the EA higher-ups to trauma-bond students? Is there a secret agenda residing between our community and the more granola-y one that … Read More “Thoughts on Thoughts: Outward Bound is pointless” »
Mia Favini ’27 Joyce Liu ’27 The phone ban is clearly still in full effect from last year, but in general, when should adolescents really be exposed to social media and phone usage? Many students and teachers at EA agree with the phone policy. Tony Herman, Upper School English teacher and father of three children, … Read More “Are phones and social media corrupting adolescence?” »
