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Gray Collins ’25 As per The New York Times, Josh Kruger, a Philadelphia journalist, LGBTQ ally, and HIV+ advocate, was shot seven times and killed outside his home on October 2nd. The suspect, 19-year-old Robert Davis, turned himself into the police on October 25 after a two-week manhunt. This event, seen initially by Philadelphians and … Read More “Changing media narratives in the murder of Josh Kruger” »
Lucas van Binsbergen ’27 In the past year, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made significant strides globally. EA’s Center for Learning and Teaching (CTL) has recently integrated Flint K12, an educational AI platform designed to support student learning in classrooms. Flint K12, described as akin to ChatGPT for schools, offers teachers access to ChatGPT 3.5 and … Read More “CTL implements AI in pedagogy” »
Kyle Zhang ’27 The DEI department has recently introduced new community offerings, providing more opportunities, events, and clubs for Episcopal Academy students to celebrate diverse individual backgrounds. Under the leadership of Erica Snowden, Executive Director of the Office of DEI, and Ayinde Tate, Director of Diversity and Inclusion, students receive resources that not only guide … Read More “DEI unveils new community offerings” »
Maggie Sgaramella ’26In previous years, the fall semester has been significantly shorter than the spring semester. This year, EA has chosen a solution to this issue by moving the class days of service and programming days to the spring semester. Regarding the rationale, Head of Upper School Mike Letts explains, “This is something I had … Read More “EA assesses semester schedule changes” »
Rohith Tsundupalli ’24 | Bridget Murphy ’25During the first few weeks of September, Pennsylvania state police were on a manhunt for Danelo Cavalcante, an escaped convict charged with first-degree murder. It was not until September 13th that PA state police were able to locate and catch Cavalcante in South Coventry Township. The escape has led … Read More “PA murderer’s escape prompts stronger safety protocols” »
Maggie Sgaramella ’26 This past year, four new college counselors were added to the EA’s staff: Chrissy Cerenzia, Jade Johnson, Oya Schooley, and Julie Kerich. As of now, the college counseling department consists of eight members. In addition to guiding students through ther college process, the college counseling department serves many purposes like offering general … Read More “College counseling adapts to new developments” »
Maggie Sgaramella ’26 This past year, four new college counselors were added to the EA’s staff: Chrissy Cerenzia, Jade Johnson, Oya Schooley, and Julie Kerich. As of now, the college counseling department consists of eight members. In addition to guiding students through ther college process, the college counseling department serves many purposes like offering general … Read More “College counseling adapts to new developments” »
Delaney Welsh ’24In response to morning traffic and tardiness, EA has officially changed the Upper School start time from 8:00 to 8:10 a.m. There are many factors that play into the new start time decision, including the evaluation of transportation types, commute distances, and the traffic circle outside of campus. Given that fourth block is … Read More “School start time changed for whole year” »
Tory Lynn ’25 As a new academic year begins, the EA Science Department, in addition to continuing the existing science curriculum, will be implementing new goals like creating new electives and fostering a sense of STEM engagement. Interim Stone Family Science Chair Grace Limaye speaks about the current curriculum, explaining that five years ago, “the … Read More “Science Dept. prepares for a new year” »
Mahika Ralhan ’26 Over the past couple of years, three seniors have taken initiative to start their own businesses. These students have turned their hobbies, including barbering, reselling apparel, and making jewelry, into entrepreneurial endeavors. Beginning in the summer following his junior year, Jaden You ’23 partnered with Miles Zhou, a senior at The Shipley … Read More “Students pursue entrepreneurial endeavors” »
Riya Shankaran ’26 In a Town Hall meeting with the EA community on February 8, the combination of behavioral issues and academic struggles was a key topic of discussion that some students face in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Head of Upper School Michael Letts does not see this phenomenon as a “crisis,” but … Read More “Students face post-COVID academic struggles” »
Riya Shankaran ’26 In a Town Hall meeting with the EA community on February 8, the combination of behavioral issues and academic struggles was a key topic of discussion that some students face in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Head of Upper School Michael Letts does not see this phenomenon as a “crisis,” but … Read More “Students face post-COVID academic struggles” »