Episcopal Academy
Alex Archambault ‘14 Every day in Room 102, a group of diverse and opinionated students meet for class to openly discuss taboo and controversial topics in an environment that can only be described as the “trust tree.” This class, called Race and Ethnicity, is taught by Justin Brandon, VI Form Dean. Race and Ethnicity is … Read More “Welcome to the trust tree” »
Annika Iyer ’15 The senior class gift is an annual tradition at the Episcopal Academy. This act of giving back epitomizes the philosophies and values of the stripes. In the past, the senior class has voted to decide what gift would contribute best to the Episcopal campus. However, this past year, the senior gift fund … Read More “Senior Gift Fund Reworked” »
Toni Radcliffe ’14 Although Episcopal is not a “nut-free” school, there are certain food allergy requirements and restrictions in place in order to maintain the safety and health of students with documented food allergies. “We can never ensure a certain percent of allergen-free food, but we try to make sure we have systems set up … Read More “Current Allergy Restrictions at Episcopal” »
John Flynn ’14 Arlene Ackerman, former Philadelphia School District Head, is now applying for unemployment benefits after receiving a contract buyout. While in charge of the district, Ackerman reportedly had multiple disputes with other government officials. The deficit of the Philadelphia School District under Ackerman reached $629 million, calling for budget cuts and layoffs in … Read More “Ackerman seeks unemployment benefits” »
Scrooges, and Snooki, and Dr. Evil, OH MY!
Patrick Espe and Raphael Furey The Episcopal community has great expectations for the Boy’s Squash team this season. This year, the team has an opportunity to accomplish an unprecedented feat for a male high-school Squash team: becoming four-time National Champions. Commenting on Nationals this year, Joe Russell, Head Coach of Boy’s Squash, said, “It’s definitely … Read More “Boys’ Squash Preview” »
Due to budget cuts of over $600 million in Philadelphia schools this year, district officials plan to close nine schools due to falling enrolment. During the past decade, the number of students enrolled in the Philadelphia School District has dropped from 500,000 to 150,000. Caused in great part by a movement to charter-school education, the … Read More “Nine Philadelphia Public Schools to Close” »
2011 marks Episcopal’s 10th year of participation in the Big Timber Arts Roundup, held for five days each October in Big Timber, Montana. Students from eight schools, including Episcopal, are hosted by the Burch and Burke families on their spacious ranches as they participate in one of four workshops. These workshops, taught by professionals from … Read More “Big Timber Arts Roundup” »
Speeches by Pat Sernyak ’12 and Carly Ciccotti ’12
Amanda Molitor ’14 See, shoot, and send. This is the idea behind Episcopal Academy’s November art show and competition, Never Meant to Last, an exhibit composed solely of pictures taken on student cell phones. “You can take photographs instantaneously and send them half-way around the world in a matter of seconds. You have access to … Read More “EA’s Mobile Masterpieces” »
Designed by Adam Khalilula ’12
Filmed by Brendan McManus ’12 Currently, the Seniors and Juniors are tied for first place! The competition will be decided by the Dance competition during tomorrow’s Pep Rally!