Four Columns: Class of 2023

Class of 2023

2 Celebrating a Class of Remarkable Leaders Head of School Charley Stillwell honors the Class of 2023.

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“We Grew Into Leaders”

Head Monitor Sydney Hopkins ’23 reflects on the beauty and difficulty of her time on The Holy Hill.

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“Let Your Heartbreak Be Your Guide” During this year’s Baccalaureate address, Rev. Becky McDaniel ’95 spoke of the importance of persevering through hardship.

8 “Finding Different Ways to Fly” Valedictorian McLeod Blount ’23 on the importance of falling and flying.

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Summer 2023

Moral Courage

Episcopal recently welcomed Dr. John Hillen, Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs under George W. Bush, and 22 visiting alumni to discuss moral courage.

Local Black Alumni Connect with BSA

In May, nine members of Episcopal’s Black Alumni Network (BAN) visited campus to enjoy dinner with the Black Student Alliance (BSA). An amazing time was had by all.

29 Bravely, Faithfully, Joyfully

This year’s Fortiter, Fideliter, Feliciter chapel service featured alumnus Connor Gallegos ’11 and Carrie Feng ’23 for powerful speeches on how our School’s motto defined their high school experiences and beyond.

30 Athletics in Review

40 Interviews with Class of 2023 Externs EHS Communications Team extern Audrey Dearlove ’23 recaps her peers’ wide-ranging and impactful externships.

46 The Power of Externships

Director of Externships Norman Kim-Senior shares his perspectives on the evolution of the program.

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Navigating College Admissions

Director of College Counseling Tara Maglio P’25 ’25 writes about the college counseling experience at Episcopal.

50 An Alumni Cookout to Kick Off Summer

We welcomed local alumni and their families back to campus in June to celebrate summer. It was a beautiful night under the trees of the Chapel quad.

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Copyright ©2023, Episcopal High School

HEAD OF SCHOOL

Charley Stillwell

ASSISTANT HEAD FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT

Christina Holt

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

Irfan Latimer

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

Ann deSaussure Biondi ’08

ASSISTANT DIRECTORS OF COMMUNICATION

Piper Hartman, Marissa Murdock

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Natalie Davies, Rebecca Drobis, Grant Gibson, Piper Hartman, Sam Levitan, Cory Royster DESIGN

Linda Loughran

Episcopal High School does not discriminate in its admissions, or in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, or in access to or treatment in any other school-administered program on the basis of religion, race, color, sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

View all photos from Graduation Weekend.

Celebrating a Class of Remarkable Leaders

From their first weeks back on campus this past August, these seniors have set an amazing tone in supporting the younger students and guiding the School. Seniors, I have loved watching you take full advantage of this much more normal and fun senior year and to see you lean into all the moments that make Episcopal such a special place — moments like your incredible spirit at the Game in the Hummel Bowl this fall, your enthusiasm for coming together in Pendleton to enjoy a fantastic production of “Beauty and the Beast” this winter, the bursts of speed you showed running next to your Special Olympics buddies by the track this spring, and the hugs you offered your classmates each time they shared another terrific talk in Chapel throughout the year.

You have also impressed me greatly with the growth you have shown and the lessons you have learned over these past four years. While some of you arrived on campus with passions and talents that were well-developed, the

vast majority of you have used these years at Episcopal to explore your interests and discover how you wanted to make your mark. It has been fun to see the vast and multifaceted directions where your many gifts have led you. Your class now includes outstanding students across all our academic disciplines, amazing writers, musicians, singers, actors, artists, fashion designers, dancers, engineers, and scientists, 19 athletes who will continue competing in their sports in college, and caring servant leaders who have made a remarkable impact on the Alexandria community beyond our gates.

You are also taking from Episcopal so many powerful lessons that will continue to shape you in the years to come. Your friendships, sense of humor in moments of adversity, and pursuit of goals that were meaningful to you helped you persevere through the challenges of the pandemic and accomplish so much together over these

... we will forever be grateful for the remarkable leadership example that your Class of 2023 has set for all who follow.

past four years. You found ways to listen to each other despite your differences, unite behind the importance of honor, kindness, and respect, and look for creative ways to make this community and the community around us better places for all. You also carry with you the advice and wisdom that you shared with each other this year in your outstanding senior Chapel talks when you discussed the importance of bouncing back from mistakes and disappointments, searching for and then believing in your own voice and path, being comfortable asking for help when needed, appreciating the sacrifices of those who have helped you along the way, and understanding the impact that your support and acceptance can have on those around you.

As you depart from campus, please know that we will forever be grateful for the remarkable leadership example that your Class of 2023 has set for all who follow. To give you a sense of your impact on the younger students, I asked the freshman how they would describe you as a group. The words they shared most often included

— caring, energetic, funny, kind, smart, dedicated, and welcoming. Some found you cool, chill, and comfortable. Others saw you as bold, passionate, and adventurous. One even felt you were a little too parental. What was most clear was that your willingness to give time to the freshmen to hang out or share some food or shoot baskets or play music ended up being some of the most important moments of their freshman year.

Please know that your families, the faculty, the staff, and I are so proud of all that you have accomplished and how impressive you have become. We hope that you will return to The Holy Hill often to visit with us and let us know about all the wonderful things you will do in the future.

Watch Charley Stillwell’s full address.

“We Grew Into Leaders”

By Head Monitor Sydney Hopkins ’23

Thank you all for gathering here to cele brate the Class of 2023, which is filled with incredibly talented, thoughtful, and innovative people who have all made their mark on Episcopal in a unique way. I am so proud to be graduating with a group of people who have consistently risen to the challenges thrown our way. In a moment of vulnerability, I had a panic attack exactly one year ago about having to deliver this speech after listening to former Head Monitor Hadley Applegate’s address. At the time, I was concerned that because I wasn’t here freshman year, I wouldn’t be able to properly capture what our class has been through. Now that I am one year wiser, I have realized writing this address has been challenging because it’s difficult to find the words to best encompass this class of people, especially since we haven’t had a “normal”’ high school experience by any means. When I think about our class, I think of us as a group of people who have constantly changed and evolved, just as the world has over the past four years.

Seeing as I was a new sophomore, I asked some four-year seniors about their best memories of freshman year. Many said that hide and seek in the Athletics Center, dodgeball in the Cage after signing in, freezing their toes off during The Game, and raves in Stewart on Friday nights made Episcopal an amazing place to be. They also mentioned their first mass meeting and being pushed in the middle of the mosh pit, shower parties in Pod, sleeping over in friends’ rooms and Burch were times they’ll never forget. Seeing how young and eager everyone looked during the slideshow at the Senior dinner last week showed me how similar but different Episcopal was four years ago. We have changed. This place has changed, and the world has changed. Talks of a pandemic never crossed our lips; we were all nervous to make new friends; senior year felt so far away; and our biggest complaint was that we had to stand in the back of the student section during all of the games.

While I don’t plan on spending much time talking about it, Covid has certainly impacted our high school experience and has made us adaptable and flexible. In the blink of an eye, Episcopal looked very different from the bustling community I had come to tour in the winter of 2019. Because I was new and didn’t know anything different, I spent a lot of time hearing about how things “used to be.” There were no more dorm meetings, games, hanging out in Stew, or even eating in the dining hall. Admittedly, it was a little difficult to feel like I knew the community I was a part of because we had to be so physically separated from each other, but we got to know each other in different ways. Whether it was privately messaging classmates on Webex or feeling a sense of camaraderie during the migration to the Cage for weekly Covid testing, there were small moments that still drew us together.

So as we began our senior year, we were overjoyed to return to some of the long-standing traditions that defined the Episcopal experience. In the process, we have left our mark on them and made them our own. Having arguably one of the best Woodberry spirit weeks with a solid win here in Hummel Bowl to continue the 121-year rivalry gave us a strong start. The girls’ varsity lacrosse team won the ISL championship back-to-back while the boys’ varsity lacrosse team beat Landon for the first time in over 30 years. This year, we had multiple mass meetings and seated meals multiple times a week, a return to the routine of school pre-Covid. Our robotics team won the regional tournament and went to the state tournament for the first time. Our class showed up overwhelmingly to events such as the performing arts showcase and the “Beauty and the Beast” musical. We were also proud to spearhead EHS Etiquette at the beginning of the year and set the expectation of holding doors for one another, saying hi in the hallways, and learning how to unplug during community events in order to fully engage with others as we

did pre-Covid. Our class eagerly welcomed exchange students from Austria and France for the first time since 2019. And although everyone was not here freshman year to experience the tight-knit, supportive, and welcoming community EHS has to offer, we made it our mission as a class to embody that same spirit in an overwhelming force this year and succeeded.

We didn’t just reshape old traditions though — we also brought real change to this place and ushered in some new ones that I hope will become staples in defining what it means to have experienced Episcopal for years to come. Grade Games was started by our class freshman year and has quickly emerged as an event every underclassman looks forward to during the long winter months. We watched the track disappear and the construction and opening of two new dormitories and a new health and wellness center in real time. Our school-wide effort to move into those buildings mid-year truly highlighted how we come together and support each other through major life transitions. The externship program got a major rebrand with our new academic schedule and flexperiences that signified a return to learning outside of our gates in an entirely new way. We embraced the digital age with things like Duo and we can’t forget everyone’s favorite thing — tiling in! Whether it was creating an impromptu senior spirit week during our last week of classes or hiding out in the bushes for hours waiting for an unassuming target for Senior Splash like Jonathan Strange, we made new memories and traditions that reflect our community which continues to develop and change over time.

Most importantly through all of our changes and experiences, we learned. We learned how to lean on each other, fight for each other, cry with each other, and be there for each other day in and day out. We learned how to grow to love the most random advisory ever (or maybe that was just me). We learned how to sneak around to hang out in groups larger than four people (sorry). We learned how to take initiative, manage our time, and most importantly, use our voice for issues we cared about to create change. We learned that we didn’t have to agree on everything and that’s okay. We learned how to maximize meal money and finesse our way out of a level or 2 (sorry, Mr.

Doyle). We learned how to roll out of bed at exactly 7:57 a.m. and still make it to class on time. We learned how to adapt, be flexible, and expect the unexpected. We learned how to hold our peers accountable, even when it was uncomfortable. We learned how to advocate for ourselves and each other. We grew into leaders who approach every obstacle with excitement because we’ve already faced some daunting ones. Now, we’re ready for the real world and all of the uncertainties that come with it because one thing is certain — change leads to growth.

Whether it was meeting people on the third floor of Stew freshman year, over screens on Webex, in family groups, class, or advisory, the Class of 2023 has certainly left an impression on The High School and each other. Even through the hard days — because trust me, there were some hard days — we kept going because of our genuine love for this community and each other. We certainly could not have made it this far without the support of the amazing faculty and staff who invest in us day in and day out to ensure we walk away with a newfound sense of purpose and energy.

Looking forward to the future, I hope Episcopal continues to grow and change with the perspectives of every person who crosses paths on The Holy Hill just as we have learned to do so. There is true beauty in the constant pursuit of growth not just for yourself but for your community. Coming together under the strangest circumstances and embracing the challenge has resulted in lifelong relationships that will last beyond our years here on The Holy Hill. I can’t wait to see how we have all grown and changed at our five-, ten-, and twenty-year reunions. My deepest thank you to those of you who gathered here to celebrate our class. You have witnessed every emotion imaginable on the journey that is high school. Nothing about our experience was ordinary, but that’s what makes us extraordinary.

Watch Sydney Hopkins’ full address.

...through all of our changes and experiences, we learned. We learned how to lean on each other, fight for each other, cry with each other, and be there for each other day in and day out.

“Let Your Heartbreak Be Your Guide”

This year, Rev. Becky McDaniel ’95 returned to The Holy Hill to deliver the 2023 Baccalaureate Address. McDaniel now serves as Priest-in-Charge at a historic church in Charles City, Va.

My believer’s heart never would have imagined in 1995 that I would be standing here before you all today, as an ordained priest, 28 years after receiving my diploma, which was signed by every faculty member of the School, some of whom are still here on this Holy Hill, living out their calling in this remarkable place.

I am also the parent of a just-graduated high school senior. Laura graduated on Sunday, so I am still feeling all of the emotions that the parents here are feeling today. We are in a season of transition, and as we look ahead to this coming Sunday, the Day of Pentecost, we open our hearts to receive the Holy Spirit, remembering that sacred moment for Jesus’ disciples in which from heaven there came a sound of rushing wind that filled them with the gifts of the Spirit, and we just heard in the gospel reading from John that out of the believer’s heart shall flow rivers of living water. But what does it look like to have a believer’s heart?

What does it mean to believe? Is belief a mental assent to something or is to believe to commit oneself to a way of life? In the original Greek and Latin, to believe is to give one’s heart to. In the words of the religion scholar Marcus Borg, “Believe did not originally mean believing a set of doctrines or teachings; in both Greek and Latin its roots mean ‘to give one’s heart to.’ The ‘heart’ is the self at its deepest level. Believing, therefore, does not consist of giving one’s mental assent to something, but involves a much deeper level of one’s self.”

Now as graduating seniors, you have likely heard the advice to follow your heart, to pursue your dreams, or perhaps the one I heard the most while serving as a school chaplain, to live your

best life. We have all heard such expressions in these transitional moments in our lives. In the 1960s, it was “follow your bliss.” But take a look at the world and see where following our bliss and living our best lives has gotten us.

I have recently read a book written by a fellow Episcopal priest who spent fifteen years working among homeless youth in New York City, Father Adam Bucko. He now serves as director of the Center for Spiritual Imagination at the Cathedral of the Incarnation. In Let Your Heartbreak Be Your Guide, Adam tells a story about meeting a bright young woman at a retreat he led in London who approached him with many questions about what a young person should do with her life in this overwhelming and unsteady world. She shared that adults in her life had told her to follow her passion, to do what makes her feel good, to live her best life, as it were. Remembering the advice of his own spiritual mentor, Adam said to the young woman, “Look at the world. What breaks your heart? Let your heartbreak be your guide.”

Months later, Adam received a message from the young woman. She told him that she had sat with the question, “What breaks your heart?” for a long time, not knowing what to do with such advice. Frustrated, she turned on the TV and saw stories of Syrian refugees arriving on an island in Greece, having survived the violence of war, and hoping for a new life. As soon as she saw the refugees, her broken heart told her what to do, and she bought a ticket to Greece and later organized friends and colleagues at a church in London to establish a training center for people to serve in refugee camps for families coming into the United Kingdom.

God Bless the High School

Written and delivered by Head of the Vestry Ava Foulk ’23

Almighty God, Thank you for guiding us and bringing us to this moment. I think we can all agree it was quite a journey, a sometimes difficult but truly wonderful journey. Be with us as we begin to say goodbye to a place that is filled with our memories, our laughter, and our growth. Thank you for our teachers, advisors, and coaches who have helped us along the way and pushed us to travel past our limits. Thank you for our families, who were brave enough to let us go, and perhaps, most importantly at this time, thank you for each other, the people we have spent the last four, three, two, or just one year with because in that time, we have challenged each other to be kinder, more dedicated, and more genuine individuals. May we carry the lessons we learned with us as we step out into the wider world, and no matter where life takes us, allow us to spread your kindness and your love wherever we may go and to whomever we encounter along the way. In your holy name, we pray. Amen.

Father Adam writes, “Being [in Greece with the refugees] broke her heart and brought her to her knees. But it also gave her a new life and a new joy. Not a false kind of joy that is the result of avoiding life’s discomforts, but rather a joy that knows difficulties and heartbreaks and yet still survives. A joy that is an assurance that you are doing what you were born to do, an assurance that you are saying yes to the person you are meant to be. A joy that points to the truth of an old Hasidic teaching, that a person is only whole whose heart is broken.”

Out of the believer’s heart shall flow rivers of living water.

Indeed the waters flow from the very brokenness of our hearts. Jesus cries out, “Let anyone who is thirsty come to me.” It is our thirst for righteousness, justice, and truth that opens us to God’s calling in our lives. It is the recognition of the brokenness that allows God’s indwelling in our hearts. Or in

the words of the great songwriter Leonard Cohen, “There is a crack in everything; that’s how the light gets in.”

I had forgotten that our school psalm is Psalm 15, in which the psalmist answers his own question about who abides upon God’s holy hill — the one who speaks the truth from one’s heart. It pairs well with my favorite line from the psalms, Psalm 34:18: “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted.” And so, my friends, as you prepare to graduate and step out into this unsteady and overwhelming world, ask yourselves, “What breaks my heart?” And let your heartbreak be your guide. Amen.

Watch Rev. Becky McDaniel’s full address.

“Finding Different Ways to Fly”

By McLeod Blount ’23

To describe the Class of 2023, I chose the story of Icarus. Most of you likely know this story of the boy who flew too close to the sun. It’s about hubris, over-confidence, and as my mom would put it, being too big for your britches. But these are not the lessons I want to focus on.

To me, it is the hypothetical flights to freedom and the plunging, death-spiral failures that hold the relevance of this timeless tale. To me, the important lesson of the myth does not come from Icarus’ hubris or his lesson of finding the right flight path to take. Rather, it comes from a small addition to the story — one less often told — and an interpretation that Daedalus and Icarus are actually the same people in different stages of their life. In some versions of the myth, Daedalus decides to construct a temple for the Greek god Apollo, the god of the sun, after Icarus’ tragic fall. After construction is complete, he hangs his wax wings in the temple, as a tribute to his journey, and he leaves them there for the rest of time. People sometimes balk at this little addition. But I like this interpretation, and, additionally, I think viewing Icarus and Daedalus as one person on one journey resonates with our class’ experience of EHS.

Daedalus and Icarus were polar opposites, yes; Daedalus embodied wisdom, caution, and maturity, while Icarus was impulsive, reckless, and incompetent, a little like a freshman. But I prefer subscribing to the interpretation that Daedalus and Icarus are two sides to the same person, which turns Icarus’ fall into something like a step in Daedalus’ journey of self-discovery, melting away Icarus’ useless wings, but keeping his own, the well-made ones that lasted. The tragic loss of the “Icarus” side of his personality was necessary for finishing his journey, and in our case, high school. But after it all, he understood the value of what he went through and constructed the temple as a reminder to be thankful, even for the hardships. By leaving his wings in the temple, he finally freed himself from the weight of his journey and paid tribute to the skills that helped him complete it.

Throughout the year, senior after senior has come up to the front of the Chapel to pay tribute to their own tribulations by preaching a lesson or message they wanted to share. Some were about their friends, a team, leaving a home far away, or a lesson they had learned from their family. But a majority of them were about how the speaker failed to truly be themselves when they first arrived at Episcopal but how they ultimately found those parts of themselves that feel authentic and true.

When you attend a school like ours, you are constantly trying on new pairs of wings — some that last like Daedalus’, and some that melt away like Icarus’. You’re in a new environment far from home, with new faces, new classes, and high expectations. The only way to thrive is to find what works for you, to find and construct the wings that will last and allow you to soar. Sometimes, however, those wings melt away and plunge you into failure, like your negotiation skills when trying to get out of trouble with Mr. Castle, or your ability to eloquently improvise in a Ms. George Harkness discussion. But other times, these wings will carry you to great heights. Whether they are the creative writing skills that push you to casually become a published author like Becca Losey, the musical prowess that allows you to destroy a beat like Connie Lu and Bennie Wang in Chapel, or the athletic skill that allows you to become the MVP of the football team like Henry Teeters, the Class of 2023 was innovative in finding different ways to fly.

Now, as I stand in front of these temple-like columns telling this story, I am not saying we have reached a Daedalus-like moment of self-discovery in our lives. Most of us are just happy to be leaving this place in a few minutes. But I am asking what were the skills that got our class to this finish line? What were the wings that carried us through? The relationships we built with our classmates were definitely one. Maybe it was because we learned early on just how important time together was because calling the ADO to go outside and see our friends sophomore year wasn’t an experience we wanted to repeat. Maybe it was just simply from the late nights on dorm,

watching TV, playing video games, and just hanging out. We all can’t be as good of friends as Carson Dod and Wynne Boggan are, but it’s still comforting to know that all 125 of us share a bond that goes much deeper than your average high school class.

It was also our resilience that carried us to this point. We all had our own battles to fight and flights to make, maybe it was just the ones to get to this stage, but we all did it. If you were Buom Jock, maybe it was the resilience to get up, play after play, to carry our football team. If you were Keith Duong, maybe it was the resilience to finish another Mr. Rauth problem set, when there was always another due the next week. Maybe it was just surviving the last week of February. Even if you were Jachin Ejim, maybe it was just the resilience to get up in the morning and get to class five minutes late. Our resilience is what kept us going.

I think our biggest skill, our longest-lasting wings, were the ones made of humor, the ones that made resilience the fun part. As a class, we have a unique ability to have fun despite it all. To complain and to dread, but to also laugh like no others, a skill we’ve learned very well. Maybe it’s laughing when Kofi Igyan tries and fails a backflip or faking a laugh at Mr. Spears’ dad jokes. Or maybe it was our physics class last year, where we all couldn’t contain our laughter during the AP test and raced to leave it. We even have the ability to bounce back with laughter, like naming your band The One Strike Policy after getting that one strike. High school for us was weird. Life literally laughed at us and our plans, but we eventually learned to laugh back and enjoy how strange it was, but to also stick with the things that don’t melt away.

We all have our own stories here. Our own failures and melted wings. As a class, we’ve had even more. None of us imagined our big dreams for high school would end up so incredibly altered, but I think all of us are happy with where they ended up, because of how our journey went, and because of the wings

we made that carried us through our time at EHS. All of the stories on this campus that seemed hard, all the nosedives into the sea, might just become the big and small memories we all cherish when it’s all said and done, the ones we’re truly thankful for. I definitely know they all taught us something about ourselves. These skills should be the ones we hang up in our temple, the wings we display and memorialize, for the impact they made on our high school journey, and our lives beyond.

As we transition into the next chapter of our lives, we will inevitably encounter challenges that surpass the ones we faced during our time at Episcopal... We will continue to face challenges throughout our lives, and much like our time here, we will adapt, overcome, and thrive on the setbacks. The challenges we face may be unknown and unforeseeable much like those over our years here. But, in the face of all uncertainty, the Class of 2023 will think back to our time here and draw on the skills that we created and developed.

Much like Daedalus, our continued journey won’t be easy. We will fall and fail again, but I know those moments will be the ones to make the stories that we laugh about later. We’ll look back on the memorial we made for our journey here, at the wings we enshrined, and know that we can succeed whenever we put our minds to it. Whatever life throws at us, Episcopal’s Class of 2023 will be ready to go out and try to fly again.

Uncertain certain failure is the exciting part of life, and the part of it that I know the Class of 2023 will meet with a little experience next time. Shout out to everyone who wanted one, and shout out to my favorite teachers, you know who you are. Thank you, and God Bless The High School.

...the Class of 2023 was innovative in finding different ways to fly.

Watch McLeod Blount’s full address.

Honoring Excellence

(center) and family ARCHIBALD EUBANK SUTTON, JR. MEMORIAL MEDAL to the Valedictorian

Mimi Schwanda writes: John Maxwell wrote, “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” This young man has done all three since his arrival at EHS three years ago. He of course embodies academic excellence, but one of his best qualities is the way he interacts with his classmates. With humility, he learns the material himself and brings others alongside him. In all areas of school life, he leads by example, bringing the conversation back to something good if everyone is complaining, and offering a kind word to someone who is having a tough day. We are all better after spending time with him.

MCLEOD BLOUNT ’23

THE J. MICHAEL MILLER AWARD for

Senior Scholarship

Jessie George writes: This student shines in every aspect of life at EHS. But his light is especially bright in the classroom, where he is equally at home demonstrating a complex math problem or pondering the nuances of Shakespeare. You may recall that in the third Harry Potter book, Hermione Granger used a magical device, a timeturner, to attend multiple lessons at the same time. This recipient did the same thing, only without the benefit of magic: when it turned out that an elective he desperately wanted to take conflicted with another course, he enrolled in both and completed the work on his own time. With an attitude like this, it’s no surprise that he earned the highest senior-year academic average.

BENNIE WANG ’23

THE PATRICK H. CALLAWAY PRIZE for Excellence in Theology

The Rev. Betsy Carmody writes: Academic pursuits offer us avenues to refine our thoughts on the issues we care deeply about. On every assignment and assessment in Senior Biblical Theology this student revealed himself to be an empathetic scholar who cares deeply for this community. Whether writing about the healing power of music or the natural world, the importance of honor, or his struggle with Orah tiles and cell phones in Chapel, he wrote with distinction, humor, and care about the world he will continue to change beyond our gates.

CLAUDE MORRIS ’23

Virginia Keen ’23

THE ARTHUR WAXTER FAMILY AWARD for Excellence In Visual Arts

Junko Pinkowski writes: This recipient’s spirited enjoyment of the creative process is inspiring for students and faculty alike. Her talents were manifested in tireless drafting and ideation in her sketchbooks for Painting, Drawing, and Advanced 2D Art, in her Independent Studies in Fashion Design, in her countless hours in the studio, and in her contributions to theater tech and costume. In short, her devotion to art and the great personal investment that it requires has been truly exemplary. We wish her the best next year as she continues her studies at the Fashion Institute of Technology in Florence, Italy.

THE ALEXANDER JENNETTE JOHNSTON AWARD for Excellence in Performing Arts

Mark Carter writes: At first glance, he is the figure behind the piano; then, suddenly, he is making a marimba sing. Wait, now he is on stage singing? And now conducting an ensemble. What’s next, music directing the spring musical? Oh wait, he did that too. What doesn’t he do? Our recipient embodies the essence of the all-encompassing performing artist, effortlessly embracing each challenge. He has gifted us with moments of pure joy and left us entertained, mesmerized, and wanting for more.

BENNIE WANG ’23

THE GUY BLAN NEWCOMB MEDAL for Excellence in Modern or Classical Languages

Catherine Gomez-Goodnow writes: Between English, Spanish, Chinese, not to mention Japanese, this student’s passion for languages is exceptional. She is the model of a conscientious student, and her work ethic is unwavering. Nevertheless, she remains humble about her achievements. She communicates a sense of joy when immersed in the process of language acquisition, not only for expansion of her linguistic skills, but to further increase her cultural literacy, in order to gain a deeper and more nuanced appreciation of other cultures.

GRACE MORRIS ’23

JANE BECHERER ’23

Nathan DeWitte ’23

Taylor Chambers ’23 (left) and Audrey Dearlove ’23 (right)

THE EVELYN PRETLOW RUTLEDGE AWARD for Excellence in Science

Dr. Colleen Krivacek writes: The first moment this young scientist graced an EHS classroom was through a small box on a computer screen, but his charisma and passion for science were palpable, even from half a world away. Since then he has humbly dominated the highest levels of our science curriculum, exhibiting an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. Kindhearted and selfless, his own needs are often pushed aside in favor of assisting others, as many of his peers will attest. He embodies genuine scientific curiosity and true servant leadership.

KEITH DUONG ’23

THE

AND EDWARD TRIGG

for Excellence in Social Studies

Caroline DeVoe writes: For some students, history exists behind the cover of a dusty book or stored somewhere in the online ether, but for this student, history is something real, relevant, and very much present. With this award, we honor one of our own who has not only helped to preserve historical traditions at EHS, such as The Chronicle, but also elevated the experience of each history class he has taken. Whether researching the Laogai system or present-day Tunisia, he demonstrated extensive research, strong analytical skills, and tremendous care for crafting research papers or multilayered websites. We look forward to his future contributions to the historical field.

THE LLEWELLYN G. HOXTON MEDAL for Excellence in Mathematics

Lionel Rauth writes: German mathematician Georg Cantor once said: “In mathematics, the art of proposing a question must be held of higher value than solving it,” but we often ignore this advice, settling for the comforting simplicity of a tidy solution that can be neatly explained in a 45-minute lesson. This year’s recipient, however, embodies Cantor’s spirit of questioning. He embraces the unknown and loves math not just for its practical applications, not even just for its elegance and aesthetic qualities, but for its bottomless, unrelenting Truth, each insight a stepping stone to the next puzzle.

KEVIN GU

Grace Morris ’23

DAVID TUCKER BROWN, JR.

BROWN PRIZE

BENNIE WANG ’23

’23

Evan Davis ’23

THE JOSEPH BRYAN MEDAL for Excellence In English

Lauren Echko writes: Finding an obscure and unknown quote to describe this student somehow doesn’t seem a fitting tribute to her because, let’s face it, she’s probably already read the quote and thought deeply about its application to herself and life. Voracious and insatiable, this student’s literary prowess topples all other bibliophiles in her presence. If you recommend it, this student will read it, likely in less than a week. Her love of literature extends to her writing, in analysis fit for a doctoral dissertation and masterful, witty creative pieces. Novelist Alice Hoffman noted, “Books may well be the only magic,” but I believe this student is true magic, too.

AMELIA DAVIS ’23

THE RINEHART MEDAL for Athletic Worth

Kadeem Rodgers writes: Since the day this student-athlete first stepped foot on campus, he has been impactful. On the field, court, and track, his integrity and steadfastness led to major contributions in three varsity sports. That same steadfast nature has helped him become a magnetic force in our community. After his performance this past fall, I have personally run out of words to adequately describe this young man’s immense impact.

BUOM JOCK ’23

THE JAMES H. FANNON, JR. FAMILY AWARD for Athletic Worth

Ashley Taylor writes: Michael Jordan once said “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” This athlete is one who is constantly making it happen. You do not need to be at a soccer game, squash match, or lacrosse game for long before you notice her fierce determination and fearless play. She holds herself and her teammates to high standards, and it is no coincidence that both she and her teams have found great success.

WYNNE

BOGGAN ’23

THE QUENTIN ROOSEVELT PRIZE for Character

Kim Adams writes: From the Appalachian trails to the classroom and halls of the dorm, this student leans into every opportunity and challenge that comes her way. She excels in the classroom and at making connections, and she is the first to raise her hand to volunteer. This student will do the right thing because she knows it to be the correct path regardless of who is (or is not) watching. In service to others, she goes above what is asked and looks for ways to give beyond what is expected and ALWAYS with a smile.

HELEN MILITO ’26

THE ARCHER ANDERSON WILLIAMS AWARD for Big Brother/Big Sister

Bodhi Amos writes: So many of us at EHS feel fortunate to have been in her sphere and to appreciate, in person, her clear-hearted empathy. This student’s extraordinary studiousness is buttressed by a rare kindness for others and a healthy dose of good humor. The powerful motivation and dedication that helps her pull the crew shell also propels her avid artwork and her purposeful and genuine interactions. Intentional in her efforts to lift others up, concerned for human rights, engaged, and engaging with her peers, she is a model of gentleness and seriousness for the younger students. Clear eyes, full heart, can’t lose.

CARRIE FENG ’23

THE FIRST FORTY-EIGHT MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

to the Returning Girl who is a Spiritual, Moral, Physical, and Intellectual Leader

Mimi Schwanda writes: The Dalai Lama wrote: “A simple smile. That’s the start of opening your heart and being compassionate to others.” This student uses her smile and her contagious laughter to welcome anyone and everyone into her orbit. She is such a good listener that students from across grade levels and friend groups seek her out to talk to her. I can see her heart on her sleeve as she wants to care for her peers in the best way possible. She truly loves Episcopal, and we are all better because of her presence here.

RILEY BIEGER ’24

Patricia Okwueze ’23

THE CLASS OF 2019 AWARD For Humility and Kindness

Dr. Colleen Krivacek writes: Episcopal High School is dedicated to instilling qualities from the Portrait of a Graduate into its students. This gentle, gracious, and humble soul has embodied nearly every aspect of moral and intellectual courage since before he set foot on The Holy Hill. He brings joy into the lives of all he meets, he sees those that feel unseen and gives selflessly of his time to those who didn’t even realize they needed him. He is kindness incarnate.

Voted for primarily by his peers, who are the daily recipients of his courageous actions.

KEITH

DUONG ’23

THE

LUCIEN MINOR GEER SPIRIT AWARD for Inspiring the Entire School in All Phases of School Life

Stacie Galiger writes: Being around the recipient of this award is like being surrounded by sunshine. Her light has reached all aspects of school life in her four years here. She is an accomplished

academic, a beloved student leader, a competitive athlete and has brought such joy to the community with her performances on stage in the musicals. Throughout, she is consistently compassionate, helpful, positive and always engaged with everyone around her. Her genuine enthusiasm for everything that Episcopal has to offer is contagious and has made our community a better place.

VIRGINIA KEEN ’23

Sisters Tallulah ’25 (left) and EllaMae Fitzgerald ’23 (right)

Walter Blessing ’23

THE DAVIS AWARD for Community Service

The Rev. Richmond Jones writes: When a student exhibits leadership, enthusiasm, and untiring dedication, it can breathe life into a program. This year’s recipient had these in spades, so much so that I had to work to keep up the pace she set! Whether it was a simple task, like setting meeting agendas, or a complicated project like organizing large, off-campus events herself, she showed a vehement commitment to growing all things Service. She held the members of the Service Council to a higher stand and the school moved closer to truly living the value of ‘Leading and Serving with Kindness’ because of her. I’ve been immensely honored to work with her and she leaves a beautiful legacy of caring deeply for the community.

MINNIE YUAN ’23

THE C. C. BALDWIN MEDAL for Sportsmanship in All Aspects of School Life

Caroline DeVoe writes: A large dose of enthusiasm, strengthened with resilience, underscore this student’s beloved character. Some of you interact with him solving ridiculous physics problem sets, some by keeping in measure with his beat. There are those of you who have ergged alongside him, and those of you who consider him a brother. Many of you have found a classroom or dinner discussion enlivened by whatever thought follows his sly smile, and many of you have been badgered by him to cheer on the Maroon. Collectively, you all voted him as someone who demonstrates fair and generous behavior or treatment of others.

WALTER BLESSING ’23

THE ROBERT JETT ROGERS MEMORIAL BOWL for Devotion To The Ideals And Traditions Of EHS

Rick Stubbs writes: Quiet, reserved… Well, most of the time. Watch this student’s reaction to a triple to the gap that drives in the go-ahead run and you will see an “unreserved” moment. The fire is always there, without question, but mostly inside; quietly and efficiently doing whatever it takes, and often a good bit more, to be prepared for that class, that club meeting, that game. Alone, or with peers, he gets the job done. Ronald Reagan was quoted as saying “there is no limit to the amount of good you can do if you don’t care who gets the credit.” That’s him.

NATHAN DEWITTE ’23

THE ROBERT JETT ROGERS MEMORIAL BOWL for Devotion To The Ideals And Traditions Of EHS

Louis Smith writes: From this student’s first days as a ninth grader, Episcopal has seen him grow incredibly in many ways, from academics to athletics to music. Outshining all of that remarkable growth is the way his ability to positively influence his classmates bloomed over time, drawing its radiance from something that’s been apparent from Day One: this student’s love of Episcopal High School and what it stands for. Always finding the bright side — even in disappointment — and able to connect with anyone and everyone, he is first to lend a hand or share a laugh, a beacon of school spirit and community.

JONATHAN STRANGE ’23

THE KELSO FAMILY AWARD for the Senior Warden of the Vestry

The Rev. Betsy Carmody writes: The Prophet Isaiah writes of hearing a voice call to us saying, “This is the way, walk in it.” This student has heard that call and walks this campus and her life with humility, intelligence, and joy. Throughout this year, from the pulpit in Callaway Chapel, she has issued an invitation with an open heart for all of us to walk with her so we can talk awhile, and both leave changed.

AVA FOULK ’23

Bennie Wang ’23

THE SCHOOL AWARD FOR DISCIPLINARY LEADERSHIP To the Chair of the Discipline Committee

Mark Carter writes: “True justice lies not in retribution, but in restoration; not in punishment, but in education; not in judgment, but in empathy.” These words encapsulate the focus and mission of this year’s recipient. With an open mind and through compassionate guidance, our recipient leads the Discipline Committee in creating an environment of restorative accountability and communal restoration. Undoubtedly, her contributions will continue to influence the work of this group long after she has departed The Holy Hill.

THE AINSLIE

FAMILY AWARD

for The Chair Of The Honor Committee

Capt. Joe Eldred writes: The EHS community was challenged at the beginning of this school year to be “human lighthouses” for others, and this student clearly took those words to heart. He is a shining beacon of honor, integrity, and empathy who has epitomized “honor in our everyday actions” with both words and deeds. He displays genuine kindness and caring to everyone he meets — students and adults alike. He is a guide, a leader, and a friend — and his light will continue to shine brightly through those he has inspired on The Holy Hill for years to come.

JACHIN EJIM ’23

THE W. A. R. GOODWIN, JR. MEMORIAL BOWL for the Head Monitor

Ashley Taylor writes: Mac Anderson once said “Great leadership usually starts with a willing heart, a positive attitude, and a desire to make a difference.” This year’s head monitor had all three. She had a true sense of purpose, and she approached every conversation with kindness and every task with determination. She was humble, she lifted others up, and she pushed us all to think a little harder and to do a little better. For her love and commitment to the people of Episcopal High School.

SYDNEY HOPKINS ’23

THE RECTOR’S GOLD MEDAL for Character and Scholarship

Dr. Kacey Meaker writes: From the minute this student came to Episcopal, she impacted this campus for the better. A powerhouse on the climbing wall, on the softball field, in the photography studio, and in every class she takes. From poetry to chemistry, she does it all with a smile and a kind word for a classmate. She deals with hardship with a smile and uses her considerable talents to make the world around her better. In recognition of her outstanding character, academic excellence, and leadership impact.

THE BOYD TAYLOR CUMMINGS MEDAL for Publications

Monika Viola writes: This young woman’s unwavering dedication to The Daemon, EHS’s literary magazine, ensured the success of this year’s edition On the Cusp of Clarity. She encouraged open dialogue and collaboration among her fellow Editors-in-Chief and emerged as a leader during weekly Daemon meetings. Most importantly, she displayed empathy and sensitivity when handling the creative work of peers in a public forum. Her contributions have set a high standard for future generations of Daemon leadership. In recognition of her diligence, creativity, and leadership.

AVA FOULK ’23

PATRICIA OKWUEZE ’23

Jonathan Strange ’23

PATRICIA OKWUEZE ’23

THE GEORGE WILLIAM LAIRD AWARD for Outstanding Photography

David Douglas writes: Art is not about reproducing what you see, but rather making your audience see what you want them to see. To do this takes courage, vision and above all, a tremendous amount of hard work. With a camera in her hand, she knows no fear. It is with pure joy and endless talent that this young artist invites us into her world, and through her photographs, perhaps we will begin to see ourselves and our world a little more clearly.

AMELIA HANSON ’24

THE JOHNNY SMITH AWARD for Excellence In Music

Mark Carter writes: “First, I tried to copy other artists, but one day I realized that these were their voices, not mine. I decided that I needed to find my own way — my music, my heart.” These words, spoken by world-renowned marimbist Keiko Abe, perfectly capture the journey of this year’s recipient.

Embracing Abe’s wisdom, she embarked on a path of self-discovery, seeking her unique musical voice. Her transformation into an extraordinary percussionist has been a joy to witness, and we thank her for sharing her music and heart with us.

GRACE MORRIS ’23

THE EDWIN WILSON AWARD for Theater Arts: Acting

Mike Schmidt writes: There is a refrain heard frequently in educational theater: “There are no small parts — only small actors.” It reminds us that whatever role we may have — we should approach it with joy, tenacity, and an open heart. Bonus points if you are a strong and caring leader. This performer has all of these traits in spades. From confidently carrying chairs as a sophomore and volunteering for any small solo they could sing — to bringing the house down as an iconic Disney princess, there is no one more deserving.

FAITH FAMILUA ’23

THE EDWIN WILSON AWARD for Theater Arts: Dance

Adrienne Taylor-Wilson writes: We’ve all been encouraged to believe that “everyone can dance.” But… we’ve all seen jaw-dropping, eyebrow raised moments that would suggest the opposite. We have also seen movement that touches our hearts and sparks emotion in us. This year’s recipient does just that. Her joyful stage presence is magical, bringing a smile to the audience as if they themselves were a part of the performance. This student is a leader here at school and within our dance community, continuously encouraging younger dancers to push themselves into new genres of dance.

ELLE MAGNUSON ’23

Connie Lu ’23

THE EDWIN WILSON AWARD For Theater Arts: Technical Performing Arts

Wes Reid writes: The work it takes to create the magic of a performance often goes unrecognized, since “techies” are meant to be behind the scenes — literally. This student spent countless hours of effort and stress, both physical and mental, for what amounted to about six to eight hours of performances. This is her idea of fun. This kind, intelligent, and witty young woman prefers to remain as anonymous as possible, but she has, through her tireless and selfless hard work, earned her moment in the limelight this evening, and she’s just going to have to deal with it.

BANKS KRAUSE ’23

THE CHARLES C. PLUMMER AWARD for Excellence In Choir

Mike Schmidt writes: Apart from her exceptional voice, this student is also known for her kindness, cheerfulness, and passion for championing the choral arts at EHS. Her consistent enthusiasm and quiet leadership have been greatly appreciated by all those who have worked with her. She consistently voiced her concern and approval for the ensemble and worked diligently to help make everyone feel welcome.

XANDY VEAGUE ’23

THE JOHN MONCURE DANIEL, JR. SCHOLARSHIP AND BENJAMIN M. BAKER MEDAL for Excellence in United States History

Jessie George writes: In describing the discipline of history, Lord Acton once wrote, “the main thing to learn is not the art of accumulating material, but the sublimer art of investigating it.” It’s easy to see history as a sublime art with this student in the room. He investigates the past with an eager curiosity, digging deep, questioning critically, and asking probing questions. His work frequently — in his own words — “exceeded the scope of the question,” because he was simply so excited about the content.

WYATT MOORE ’24

Banks Krause ’23 and Stella Ren ’23

Leo Melton ’24

THE LAUNCELOT MINOR

BLACKFORD MEDAL AND RICHARD PARDEE WILLIAMS, JR. SCHOLARSHIP for Excellence

in Classics

Alec Robinson writes: This senior has been so dedicated to the study of Classical Languages that she has studied Latin and Greek at the highest levels of our curriculum, having completed two years of Latin: Advanced Topics and level 3 of Ancient Greek. In her understated way, she accomplished this by quietly doing extra work and skipping levels in both Latin and Greek. This hard-working student is truly exceptional in having done both, and even more remarkable for having maintained her wry sense of humor and joy of learning through it all.

SOPHIA TREMBLAY ’23

THE

DASH PIERCE AWARD

for Excellence In Chinese

Julie Wang writes: Several roads diverged in a wood and this student took the one less traveled, when, as a freshman, he decided to dedicate his four high school years to learning the Chinese language and culture. This student put in consistently excellent work and made impressive progress each day. By choosing this untrodden path, he has gained facility with the Chinese language and cultural knowledge that will help him succeed in a world in which cooperation between the U.S. and China is becoming increasingly important.

KOFI IGYAN ’23

THE WILLIAM WINDER LAIRD MEDAL for Excellence

in French

Eleanor Moore writes: This student demonstrates a tenacious work ethic to improve her communication skills, from the smallest grammatical details to the most complex structures and expressions. She was not afraid to grapple with the language, to make mistakes, to hunt down “le mot juste,” and dig deeper to unveil the intricacies of French. Paired with that dedication, this student genuinely seeks to understand Francophone cultures, to consider the aspects of those cultures that differ from her own, and to appreciate those differences and the reasons.

AVA FOULK ’23

THE ROBERT L. WHITTLE MEDAL for Excellence in German

Frau Professor Ellington writes: By the end of my first year teaching this student, I needed a thesaurus to write his comments, due to overuse of the word “enthusiastic.” Charging ahead, fearless, and excited to use what he knows, this student forgoes frustration, embracing his gaps in knowledge, requesting definitions, and making prodigious use of circumlocution. Whether jumping in to host an Austrian exchange student or serving as the Bürgermeister of Oktoberfest, this student has shown dedication to all things German at EHS. Do they deserve this award? As they themselves would say, “natürlich!” Of course!

CLAUDE MORRIS ’23

THE SELBY BARNES PAPIN MEDAL for Excellence In Spanish

Rocío Mendizabal writes: In the movie “Jerry McGuire” the cute little kid tells us the human head weighs 8 pounds. He doesn’t say anything about the brain, but Google tells me the average brain weighs 3 lbs. The average brain. But this student’s brain is not your average brain. No, her bandwidth is so extensive that one language isn’t enough to fill its capacity with information, observations, conclusions. Enter Spanish. She learns Spanish quickly, organically…hungrily. In English or Spanish, she doesn’t suffer fools and her humor is served up dry with a side of sweet sarcasm. I’ve never been more excited to see what the future brings to a student.

LINDSAY DUNLAP ’23

Mary Kravchenko ’24

THE BENJAMIN I. JOHNS PRIZE for Excellence In Biology

Dr. Colleen Krivacek writes: The complete joy in learning this young biologist exhibits both in and out of the classroom is a delight to behold. That A-HA! moment that teachers live for is an almost daily occurrence with her. She is relentless and voracious in her pursuit of the “WHY,” the hallmark of a true scientist. Her face animates with spontaneous awe and delight when yet another reason “why” reveals itself. Socrates said, “Wonder is the beginning of wisdom,” and this young woman is well on her way to becoming very wise.

REEVES VERSAGGI ’24

THE THOMAS E. KILBY III MEDAL for Excellence in Chemistry

Dr. Kim Olsen writes: This student’s exceptional journey has been marked by their unquenchable curiosity, profound humility, and tremendous success. What sets them apart is not only their intellect but also their thoughtful approach to learning. Despite possessing extraordinary abilities, they remain grounded and unassuming, always ready to extend a helping hand to their peers. They embody the profound impact of intellectual curiosity and genuine altruism, showcasing how to make a tremendous impact without seeking personal acclaim.

LEO MELTON ’24

THE SCHOOL AWARD for Excellence in Environmental Studies

Javier Bastos writes: This student has a passion for finding pragmatic solutions to the complex challenges of environmental science. With hope in his heart and a belief in analytical and investigative problem-solving, he inspires others to share the same vision. Through big-picture thinking and personal connections, he advocates for environmental issues and optimistically engages easily and confidently with the complexities that the world faces today. His leadership and enthusiasm make him a vital advocate for creating a better future for people and our planet.

WILL

TERRY ’23

THE LAWTON M. CALHOUN, JR., MEDAL for Excellence In Physics

Dr. Kacey Meaker writes: This student is known for always being several assignments ahead of her classmates. She approaches physics with the desire to understand the material at a deep level, always asking questions until she completely understands the topic. Her quiet enthusiasm and cheerful disposition make our class a calmer place. Her lab work is outstanding and precise, especially in the flight path lab, where her class managed to hit their teacher with water balloons several times. In recognition of her diligence, work ethic, and lab work.

BLU TRAN ’24

THE INGLE FAMILY THEOLOGY AWARD for Excellence In Theology

The Rev. Betsy Carmody writes: As a teacher, I am sometimes skeptical of the student who begins class with a lot of questions. Are they attempting to stall and lead us away from the work at hand, or draw the attention of classmates to showcase their humor? Though full of questions, this student soon dispelled my skepticism. She came to class so charged up about our subject and wanted to dig deeper that her questions would simply spill forth. This enthusiasm, coupled with written work that showed complete mastery of the material, made it a joy to teach her this year.

OLIVIA HANSON ’25

THE CHARLES FELLOWS PAGE AWARD for Excellence In Poetry

Katrina Reed writes: Poetry, in the words of Clint Smith, “is the act of paying attention.” It offers a glimpse into the beautiful diversity of the human experience. And while poetry is most certainly in all of us, some are more willing than others to feed the flames of creativity and explore the intricacies of the heart. This scholar did just that in her time at Episcopal, masterfully wielding language to share her truth and spotlight the stories of others in hopes of changing the world — one poem at a time.

PATRICIA OKWUEZE ’23

Will Terry ’23

Liv Hanson ’25

THE WILLIAM GARRETT BIBB MEDAL for Excellence In Shakespeare

Whit Morgan writes: Every teacher longs to hear their classroom discussion spilling out into the hallways, dining hall, dorm rooms, and beyond. For some students, intellectual engagement ends with the final school bell; for others, like the recipient of this year’s Shakespeare Award, that final bell is more akin to a starter’s gun, and she hasn’t stopped sprinting since her first exposure to the Bard. Better yet, she has spread the gospel far and wide, like some Shakespearean Apostle Paul, converting doubters everywhere she turns.

ELLAMAE

’23

ROBERT WIATT FARRAR COMMITMENT TO ATHLETICS AWARD

EMMIE AMASON ’23

ZOE ARZT ’23

WYNNE BOGGAN ’23

TAYLOR CHAMBERS ’23

AUDREY DEARLOVE ’23

LEXIE JACOBS ’23

BUOM JOCK ’23

OLIVIA KRIVACEK ’23

JOSHUA LIPSCHUTZ ’23

JAVI MCGOWAN ’23

DANIEL MCLAUGHLIN ’23

AIDEN NELSON ’23

ANDERSON PATRY ’23

LIBBY SIMS ’23

TAD TAN ’23

BROOKS WHITMER ’23

OTHER AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

ALLEN C. PHILLIPS PRIZE CONNIE LU ’23

THE ALLEN CARLETON PHILLIPS AND WILLIAM EVANS HANNUM SCHOLARSHIP FOR ENGLISH AARON KIM ’24

DAVID DOUGHERTY WRITING PRIZE FOR BEST PIECE OF WRITING BY A 9TH OR 10TH GRADER ERIC SHIN ’25

THE GEORGE DUNLOP MEMORIAL PRIZE EVAN DAVIS ’23

WILLIAM PAGE DAME AWARDS FOR 9TH/10TH GRADE CREATIVE WRITING

FIRST PLACE: ANGEL INIRIO ’25

SECOND PLACE: WILLIAM MCCOLLUM ’26

LUCIEN MINER GEER SCHOLARSHIP FOR MATHEMATICS

JASON ABRAHAM ’24

THE MARK HALE TEETER SCHOLARSHIP FOR MODERN AND CLASSICAL LANGUAGES

LEO MELTON ’24

THE BENJAMIN IRVING JOHNS SCHOLARSHIP FOR BIOLOGY

MARY KRAVCHENKO ’24

WILLIAM RILEY DEEBLE III SCHOLARSHIP FOR SOCIAL STUDIES

DAVID SONG ’25

THE MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN MODERN AND CLASSICAL LANGUAGES

WYATT MOORE ’24

THE SEWANEE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN WRITING

ALEXA PARCHMENT ’24

RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE CERTIFICATE FOR OUTSTANDING WORK IN MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE

BRYAN CHEN ’24

MARTIN BALDWIN WHITAKER MEDAL

JANIA TASKER ’23

FITZGERALD

The Whittle, Johns, and Meade Book Prizes

For more than a century, Episcopal has recognized academic excellence with book prizes that honor three former bishops of Virginia: the Rev. Francis McNeece Whittle, the Rev. John Johns, and the Rev. William Meade.

THE WHITTLE PRIZE

For Academic Excellence

WALTER BLESSING ’23

MORGAN DIXON ’23

LINDSAY DUNLAP ’23

KEITH DUONG ’23

JET EASTERLY ’23

VIRGINIA KEEN ’23

KATE LEE ’23

BECCA LOSEY ’23

PATRICIA OKWUEZE ’23

WILL TERRY ’23

THE JOHNS PRIZE

For Eminent Academic Excellence

MCLEOD BLOUNT ’23

CARRIE FENG ’23

KEVIN GU ’23

GRACE MORRIS ’23

MINNIE YUAN ’23

THE MEADE PRIZE

For the Highest Level of Academic Excellence

AVA FOULK ’23

CONNIE LU ’23

STELLA REN ’23

LAURA GRACE SHIELD ’23

BENNIE WANG ’23

Morgan Dixon ’23

Keith Duong ’23 (middle left) and Jet Easterly ’23 (middle right) with their families

Carrie Feng ’23

Becca Losey ’23

Cum Laude Society

The Cum Laude Society, a national organization founded in 1906, recognizes juniors and seniors for outstanding scholarship, leadership, and character. This year’s inductees were:

FROM THE CLASS OF 2023

ZOE ARZT, KRISTEL CASTELLANOS, HANK CHOPRA, LINDSAY DUNLAP, JET EASTERLY, CARRIE FENG, VIRGINIA KEEN, STUART KNOPS, KATE LEE, GRACE MORRIS, PATRICIA OKWUEZE, WILL TERRY

FROM THE CLASS OF 2024

EMILY GARRARD, JAMES HONG, WALTER LIU, LEO MELTON, ALEXA PARCHMENT, MARSHALL RAGSDALE, BLU TRAN, REEVES VERSAGGI, RAY WANG, CHLOE YAN, BOHAN ZHAN, VICKY ZHOU

NATIONAL LATIN EXAM AWARD WINNERS

Congratulations to the below Latin scholars, who competed in the National Latin Exam. Max Yang ’25 made Episcopal history with a rare perfect score.

LATIN 3 HONORS

MAX YANG ’25

Gold Summa Cum Laude

BLUEBELLE RICHERT ’25

Silver Maxima Cum Laude

LATIN 3

ELI FITE ’23

Cum Laude

ADVANCED TOPICS

ARHIP DMITRIEV ’25

Gold Summa Cum Laude

BENNIE WANG ’23

Gold Summa Cum Laude

Faculty Masterships and Incentive Awards

2023-24

COCHRAN MASTERSHIP FOR FINE ARTS

For Excellence in Teaching Fine Arts

ELIZABETH A. VORLICEK

JOHN MONCURE DANIEL MASTERSHIP

For Excellence in Teaching Social Studies

JESSICA J. GEORGE

DAVID R. DOUGHERTY MASTERSHIP

For Excellence in Inspiring Students and Demonstrating the Joy of Teaching

KIAMANI J. WILSON ’14

NORMAN FARQUHAR AND GORDON N. FARQUHAR MASTERSHIP

For Excellence in Teaching

CAROLINE E. DEVOE

JOHN AND ISABELLA GREENWAY MASTERSHIP

For Commitment to the Personal Development of Students in the Residential Life of the EHS Community

DAMIAN C. WALSH

RIA HUMMEL MASTERSHIP

For Excellence in Teaching Science or Technology

DAVID W. COLLINS

JAMES G. KENAN LEARNING FUND MASTERSHIP

For an Outstanding Teacher

LIONEL L. RAUTH

ROBERT E. LATHAM MASTERSHIP

For Excellence in Teaching

MARY H. SCHWANDA

ROBERT E. MASON MASTERSHIP

For Fostering the Development of Strong Character and Self-Discipline Among Students Outside the Classroom

CHRISTOPHER D. DAVIES

ELEANOR B. MCGAY MASTERSHIP

For Excellence in Teaching a Foreign Language

HANNAH M. ELLINGTON ’03

Liz Vorlicek

Norman Kim-Senior

ALLEN C. PHILLIPS, JR., MASTERSHIP

For an Outstanding Teacher

KATRINA M. REED

WILLIAM BEE RAVENEL MASTERSHIP

For Excellence in Teaching English

HUGH S. KOEZE

GRIGSBY C. SHACKELFORD MASTERSHIP

For Excellence in Teaching Mathematics or Science

PIERCE D. BRENNAN, JR.

CHARLES V. TOMPKINS MASTERSHIP

For Excellence in Teaching, Character, Leadership, and School Service

VINCENT S. HODGE, JR. ’89

C. A. WOODRUM PUBLIC SERVICE FUND MASTERSHIP

For Excellence in Teaching Social Studies or Government

CAPT. JOSEPH J. ELDRED

AINSLIE FELLOWS MASTERSHIP

BRILEIGH I. PINKNEY, KIAMANI J. WILSON ’14

FACULTY INCENTIVE AWARDS

In Recognition of Exemplary Teaching and Faculty Service

DAVID A. DOUGLAS, ELEANOR C. MOORE, MOLLY W. PUGH, MICHAEL K. MCGOWAN

FACULTY INCENTIVE AWARDS

For Young Professionals

JAMES A. BIONDI, MARGARET B. DEWING ’13, CLARK W. DOYLE, BRILEIGH I. PINKNEY

FACULTY INCENTIVE AWARD

For Special Contribution to Episcopal High School

NORMAN G. KIM-SENIOR, MILDRED M. SMITH

GASTON CAPERTON FACULTY INCENTIVE AWARD

For Excellence in Teaching

MARK T. CARTER

DORMAN FAMILY FACULTY INCENTIVE AWARD

For Excellence in Teaching

DR. KIMBERLY G. OLSEN

BARLOW HENDERSON FACULTY INCENTIVE AWARD

For Excellence in Teaching

J. WHITTELSEY MORGAN

JIM SEIDULE FACULTY INCENTIVE AWARD

For Excellence in Teaching

RICHARD M. STUBBS

SYD WALDEN FACULTY INCENTIVE AWARD

For Excellence in Teaching, Coaching, and Extraordinary Commitment to the Students and Mission of Episcopal High School

STEPHEN R. CASTLE

JOHN MINOT WALKER, JR., FACULTY INCENTIVE AWARD

For Demonstrating Daily, Through Personal Actions and Work with Students, the Highest Ideals of the EHS Honor Code

ROBERT J. ROGERS, JR. ’79

Taylor Chambers ’23 (left) and Mimi Schwanda (right)

Rick Stubbs

MRC Monday Celebrates Leadership and Moral Courage

Episcopal celebrated the last MRC Monday of the school year on May 15. With a focus on leadership and moral courage, The High School welcomed Dr. John Hillen, Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs under George W. Bush. During the afternoon session, students spent time in small groups with 22 visiting alumni to hear about their journeys after Episcopal and the ways they feel they show moral courage in their lives.

KEYNOTE SPEECH BY DR. JOHN HILLEN

In an insightful speech on ethical leadership, former Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs, Dr. John Hillen dove into the importance of creating a culture that fosters ethical behavior. Speaking to an audience of students, faculty, and staff, he explained different leadership perspectives through a barrel and apples analogy.

“If the barrel is rotten, it will rot all the apples inside regardless of the circumstance,” Hillen said on Fox Stage in Pendleton Hall. “Therefore, the focus should not solely be on identifying and eliminating ‘bad apples’ but rather on creating an environment where doing the right thing is celebrated.”

Hillen also shared a personal experience during his time in the military. After discovering that some students and instructors were cheating together on exams, he found a way to tackle the underlying culture that allowed dishonesty to flourish. He went on to lead a commission on ethics in the U.S. Navy.

As an alumnus of Duke University, Hillen cited a study from his alma mater about human behavior. The findings revealed that people can rationalize their actions, even when engaging in dishonest behavior. “Many people make common rationalizations, such as ‘everyone else is doing it,’ or they perceive the action as victimless,” he explained. He emphasized the need for

leaders to be vigilant in creating an environment that discourages and addresses unacceptable forms of lying, cheating, and stealing.

After his lecture, Hillen engaged in a Q&A session with the future head of the Honor Committee Jayden Muthaiah ’24. Throughout the session, Hillen shared personal examples from his professional life. He also candidly admitted to his shortcomings. He acknowledged that exhibiting moral courage can be challenging and inconvenient, but doing the right thing in adversity is always essential. “Moral courage does not always involve grand gestures, but rather it often presents itself in smaller, everyday decisions,” he explained.

Students gained valuable insights into the significance of moral courage, the rewards of public service, and the importance of aligning their careers with personal strengths. They also received a deeper understanding of leaders’ crucial role in shaping organizational culture and the collective responsibility to nurture an environment that upholds moral values.

AFTERNOON SMALL GROUP DISCUSSIONS WITH ALUMNI

Students spent the afternoon engaging with 21 alumni from different industries. From politics to the nonprofit sector, each small group facilitator shared their respective journey of how EHS prepared them to lead lives of moral courage.

Moral courage does not always involve grand gestures, but rather it often presents itself in smaller, everyday decisions.

With a Ph.D. in philosophy, Dr. Edward Rackley ’84 spoke to students about his belief in the power of humanities, a love that began at The High School. Rackley designs, delivers, and evaluates aid programs that prevent atrocities, respond to victims, and rebuild societies after conflict. He works for Nobel prize-winning NGOs, global philanthropies, and multilateral and UN agencies. “I tried to convey the utility and importance of a service mindset, of giving back and of trying to improve our world, not for money or glory but because it’s a win-win for ourselves, our community and the direct beneficiaries of our service practice, whether we know them or not,” he said. “The importance of service was instilled in me by my family but it was reinforced and deepened at EHS as a value that was not only expected of us but also demonstrated regularly, in countless different ways, by faculty and peers.”

It was wonderful to have so many alumni return to campus to share their experience and insight about these core tenets with our current students. Our visiting alumni included: Ken Tyler ’83, Edward Rackley ’84, Caldwell Clarke ’97, Scott Harris ’97, Danielle O’Banion ’97, Tyler Brown ’99, Kino Clark ’03, Bo Stover ’04, Odon Von Werssowetz ’04, Hillary Harper Molitor ’05, Brennan Killeen Lynch ’05, Zach Glubiak ’08, Bitsy Motley ’09, Kelsey Knutson Tressler ’09, Olivia Vietor ’09, Alexa Williams ’10, Jasmine Jones ’11, Nancy Walker Doherty ’11, Somer Glubiak ’13, Harleigh Bean ’14, Kelsey Anderson ’16, and Hunt Wasden ’18.

Learn more about our visiting alumni.

Local Black Alumni Connect with BSA

In May, nine members of Episcopal’s Black Alumni Network (BAN) visited campus to enjoy dinner with the Black Student Alliance (BSA). Founded in 2020 by nearly three dozen Black and African American alumni, BAN’s goal is to empower current students and alumni through mindful engagement, networking, advocacy, and mentorship.

Mathematics teacher and Office of Community & Equity staff member Kiamani Wilson ’14 conceived an idea to introduce Episcopal students to local Black alumni. She laid the groundwork for a successful networking opportunity and envisioned the dinner as an affinity space for current Black students to learn from successful alumni who look like them.

Byron Jones ’14 described the dinner as an opportunity to build relationships and connect with the future members of BAN. “It is so powerful for EHS to have a program for current students to connect, collaborate and engage with Black alumni,” he said, “and it is equally inspiring for us to engage

with the current students. We want them to know we’re here and support them.”

The Student Center in Stewart Gym was full of laughs, cheers, and dancing all evening as alumni shared words of advice, anecdotal stories of their time at Episcopal, and motivation to finish the school year strong. “As an alumna and Board of Trustees member, it was both moving and instructive to participate in the BSA and BAN dinner,” Lauren Marshall ’09 commented. “Seeing the students feel so self-assured and comfortable in their skin drove home how far we’ve come in enrolling and nurturing a diverse student body that more closely resembles our country.”

Bravely, Faithfully, Joyfully

Eight years ago, Beau Wilson, Jr. ’72 came to Episcopal to speak at the last Chapel service of the year. In his talk, he spoke of a life-changing injury and how he kept returning to three words during his recovery: “Fortiter, Fideliter, Feliciter,” the Latin motto of our School. Every year since, we’ve invited an alumnus or alumna and a graduating senior to speak about Episcopal’s impact on their lives.

ALUMNUS ADDRESS

This year, we welcomed Connor Gallegos ’11 back to The Holy Hill. He delivered a heartfelt address commending the Class of 2023 for their resilience and encouraged them to embrace courageous decisions and lean on the Episcopal community’s support.

Reminiscing about his own time after graduating from the School, Gallegos openly shared the challenges he had while attending Georgetown University, where health issues and academic struggles left him at a low point. “I started coaching lacrosse at Episcopal alongside my former advisor and coach, Mr. Conklin. This community helped me heal when I was at my worst; I returned to work at Episcopal hoping I would become who I was.” He credited the strong bonds and closeknit relationships here on The Holy Hill with helping him find joy and purpose again.

SENIOR ADDRESS

As an international student arriving during the peak of a global pandemic, Carrie Yan Yin Feng ’23 faced criticism from friends about her parents’ decision to send her to a foreign country. Despite initially feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from her culture, she found solace by engaging with the Episcopal community. “I learned to appreciate small moments and treasure my family away from my family,” she said. “Although it was difficult at times, I stayed true to myself and embraced the strength that came with having faith that this journey would lead me to success.”

As their time on The Holy Hill came to an end, Feng encouraged her fellow classmates to take the initiative, explore new opportunities, and nurture their goals with patience and curiosity. “By creating your opportunities, you shape your future,” she explained to her classmates.

Although it was difficult at times, I stayed true to myself and embraced the strength that came with having faith that this journey would lead me to success.

Carrie Feng ’23

Carrie Feng ’23 and Connor Gallegos ’11

Athletics in Review

Ready for the Next Level

Congratulations to these 19 students who will continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.

WYNNE BOGGAN

lacrosse | University of Chicago

“Wynne has been an absolutely dominant player during her time at Episcopal. Two-time captain, two-time team MVP, two-time all-league — she has been our backbone these past two years, and we will miss her.”

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Ashley Taylor

TAYLOR CHAMBERS

lacrosse | University of the District of Columbia

“Taylor is fast, skilled, and fiercely competitive. Her energy and passion are contagious, and simply put, she makes it fun to play hard and be the best. She has led her teammates with energy this spring, and she has taken our younger players under her wing to help them adjust to this higher level.”

— Ashley Taylor

JC CLOUTIER football | Old Dominion University

“What is more impressive than garnering the most captain votes from your peers after one week on campus? The 2022 IAC Defensive Player of the Year led a record-setting defense, but more importantly, his leadership allowed the team to reach and maybe exceed their full potential. JC’s contributions are irreplaceable.”

— Kadeem Rodgers

NALA CORNEGY volleyball | University of Virginia

“Nala’s raw talent is not something you see every day. Her determination to develop into a bigger impact player at EHS will serve her well as she transitions to life as a UVA student-athlete. We are so excited to see what she can do at the next level!”

Lauren Eckho

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CAULLEY DERINGER lacrosse | University of Virginia

“Caulley has been an impact player for us since his freshman year. He’s a coach on the field and has a tremendous passion for the game of lacrosse. He’s also an incredibly skilled player and set our single-season assist record this spring. It’s no wonder he’s one of the top attackmen in the country.”

— Scott Conklin

NATHAN DEWITTE baseball | Washington and Lee University

“The mark Nathan has left on the EHS baseball program is indescribable. His leadership and work ethic are something that will be missed. A great person on and off the field whom his teammates knew they could always count on.”

— Ben Webster

EllaMae Fitzgerald

Aiden Nelson

JACK DUPUIS

lacrosse | Washington College

“Jack is one of the toughest players I’ve coached at EHS as he has had to overcome significant injuries over the past year. His leadership ability and grit have helped lead us to one of the strongest seasons in School history.”

— Scott Conklin

ELLAMAE FITZGERALD

volleyball | Dartmouth College

“EllaMae is an outstanding defensive specialist, proficiently reading a hitter’s body language and often found underneath a ball before it hits the floor. She has played nearly every position for EHS, proving her immense court and game knowledge. Versatile and selfless, her energy is contagious.”

— Lauren Eckho

NAN HOLT

lacrosse | Xavier University

“Nan has been our rock on defense and helped lead us to back-to-back

ISL A-Division championships. Her physical presence, natural athleticism, and support of her teammates has left a lasting impact on Episcopal lacrosse.”

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Ashley Taylor

JEREMY HORNE

lacrosse | Washington and Lee University

“Jeremy is one of the most resilient players I’ve ever coached and was a key player on our zone defense. He led the team in ground balls for the season and was a great leader both on and off the field. I’m excited to follow his career at the next level.”

Scott Conklin

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WILL HURST

basketball | Bard College

“Will Hurst is a true competitor. His dedication to the game of basketball and his dynamic work ethic has propelled him to continue his playing career at the next level. Will has had a tremendous impact on our program, and I know he will do the same at the next level.”

— Jim

Fitzpatrick

LEXIE JACOBS

lacrosse | Campbell University

“Lexie has been such an incredible addition to our program. Her energy is inspirational and contagious! Her game sense and experience are impressive, and her play will only get better as she moves to the next level.”

— Ashley Taylor

PATRICK JAMEISON

lacrosse | Duke University

“Patrick is one of the most talented goalies in the country and has had a tremendous impact on our success this spring. In addition to being a great stopper, he’s also a fantastic leader and communicator both on and off the field. The Blue Devils are getting an outstanding player.”

Scott Conklin

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BUOM JOCK

football | Colorado State University

“Buom’s impact in 2022 was so immense that the IAC coaches unanimously voted him as the conference MVP. His steadiness buoyed a group that had experienced numerous setbacks — that steady nature is exactly why Buom will find success in college and beyond.”

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Kadeem Rodgers

Jack Dupuis

Buom Jock

Caulley Deringer

Taylor Chambers

Nala Cornegy

Nan Holt

Anderson Patry

Tanner Lewis

TANNER LEWIS

lacrosse | Kenyon College

“Tanner has had one of the best seasons in program history as a midfielder as our second leading scorer. He’s worked incredibly hard over the last four years to develop his game and he has also been a strong leader both on and off the field.”

— Scott Conklin

AIDEN NELSON football |

Wesleyan University

“Aiden embodied the 2022 football team’s competitive spirit. Whether it’s football, track, or lacrosse you can count on Aiden to be an emotional barometer for his peers. He gives everything he has to his teammates every time he competes. What more can a coach ask for?”

— Kadeem Rodgers

ANDERSON PATRY

track & field | Davidson College

“Anderson has earned the opportunity to compete at the next level. His high school career was greatly affected due to some compromised seasons, but he still found his passion for competing.”

— Damian Walsh

TAD TAN football | University of Chicago

“Tad’s road to becoming a 1st Team

All-State kicker is one for the story books. While it was not his initial position, he quickly became one of our best weapons. Tad’s diligence and dedication to his craft made him an MVP caliber player in 2022, and we would not have found championship success without his contributions.”

— Kadeem Rodgers

BROOKS WHITMER football | Furman University

“Trust. This is the operative word that came to the forefront whenever the coaches discussed Brooks. Brooks’ hard work and dedication helped him develop into a D1 football player, and we could not be prouder of what he has accomplished.”

— Kadeem Rodgers

JC Cloutier

Lexie Jacobs

Patrick Jameison

Wynne Boggan

Brooks Whitmer

Nathan DeWitte

Tad Tan

Will Hurst

Jeremy Horne

Spring Athletics Awards

VARSITY BASEBALL

MILLER MOST VALUABLE

PLAYER AWARD

NATHAN DEWITTE ’23

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER

THOMAS SIGLER ’26

COACHES’ AWARD

LUKE DAVILA ’24

GIRLS’ CREW

MOST VALUABLE PLAYER

AWARD FOR GIRLS’ CREW

KRISTEL CASTELLANOS ’23

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER AWARD

SELAH MCCRAY ’25

COACHES’ AWARD

CINDY LUO ’25

BOYS’ GOLF

WILLIAM W. BOOTHE ’43 MOST VALUABLE PLAYER AWARD

CHAD SCHMACHTENBERGER ’25

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER AWARD

HENRY TEETERS ’23

GARY LYN HADWIN, JR. ’99

COACHES’ AWARD

STEVEN LILLY ’23

GIRLS’ GOLF

MOST VALUABLE PLAYER

ISOBEL KENNEDY ’25

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER

KATELYN BENSKY ’24

COACHES’ AWARD

EMILY PHAM ’24

BOYS’ VARSITY LACROSSE

JOSEPH B. SHELOR ’52 MOST VALUABLE PLAYER AWARD

PATRICK JAMEISON ’23

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER AWARD

CARSON COWBURN ’26

COACHES’ AWARD

JACK DUPUIS ’23

GIRLS’ VARSITY LACROSSE

TYLER MOST VALUABLE PLAYER AWARD FOR GIRLS’ LACROSSE

WYNNE BOGGAN ’23

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER AWARD

MCAULAY VAUGHAN ’26

COACHES’ AWARD

LOGAN CONKLIN ’23

VARSITY SOFTBALL

NANCY WALKER ’11 MOST VALUABLE PLAYER AWARD FOR GIRLS’ SOFTBALL

PATRICIA OKWUEZE ’23

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER AWARD

RACQUEL CAMPBELL ’25

COACHES’ AWARD

BANKS KRAUSE ’23

BOYS’ VARSITY TENNIS

GEORGE EDMUND BRADFIELD

MOST VALUABLE PLAYER AWARD

CLAUDE MORRIS ’23

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER AWARD

TAD TAN ’23

COACHES’ AWARD

WILLIAM CUSTARD ’24

GIRLS’ VARSITY TENNIS

MOST VALUABLE PLAYER

AWARD FOR GIRLS’ TENNIS

DASHA KRASOVSKAYA ’32

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER AWARD

JONESIE MATTHEWS ’25

COACHES’ AWARD

VIRGINIA KEEN ’23

BOYS’ VARSITY TRACK & FIELD

BEAUDRIC L. HOWELL MOST

VALUABLE PLAYER AWARD

KOFI IGYAN ’23

MOST IMPROVED AWARD

THOMAS SMITH ’25

COACHES’ AWARD

CJ JOHNSON ’23

CATHCART SCHOLARSHIP/TOMPKINS CUP

EMILY GARRARD ’24

ROBERT TRAIN ’32 – MENARD

DOSWELL ’31 AWARD

ANDERSON PATRY ’23

GIRLS’ VARSITY TRACK & FIELD

CAROLINE ELIZABETH ANDERSON ’97

MOST VALUABLE PLAYER AWARD

SOPHIA APPIAH ’25

MOST IMPROVED AWARD

CHARLOTTE MATIUNAS ’25

COACHES’ AWARD

AVA REESE ’25

ULTIMATE FRISBEE

MOST VALUABLE PLAYER

SHANE LORING ’24

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER

ELLIOT KIM ’24

COACHES’ AWARD

CONNIE LU ’23

League Awards

ALL-STATE HONORS

BASKETBALL

AVA SAWI ’24

CROSS COUNTRY

ABDISALAN ABDI ’24

CARSON COWBURN ’26

FOOTBALL

JUSTIN ARMSTEAD ’24

CEDRIC BENNING ’24

TRAMAYNE BULLOCK ’25

JC CLOUTIER ’23

BRICE EBANETH ’24

LUCA FARINACCIO ’24

BUOM JOCK ’23

MALIK JOHNSON ’24

AIDEN NELSON ’23

KYLE PARK ’24

CHARLIE SMITH ’23

TAD TAN ’23

ALL-IAC

CROSS COUNTRY

ABDISALAN ABDI ’24

FOOTBALL

ALEXANDER BRADY ’24

CEDRIC BENNING ’24

JABARI BERRY ’26

TRAMAYNE BULLOCK ’25

JC CLOUTIER ’23

Defensive Player of the Year

BRICE EBANETH ’24

LUCA FARINACCIO ’24

BUOM JOCK ’23

Most Valuable Player

MALIK JOHNSON ’24

AIDEN NELSON ’23

KYLE PARK ’24

JOHN ROGERS ’24

CHARLIE SMITH ’23

TAD TAN ’23

SOCCER

JACHIN EJIM ’23

ELIAS HOMER ’24

INDOOR TRACK & FIELD

SOPHIA APPIAH ’25

NATE BASTOS ’24

TRAMAYNE BULLOCK ’25

TAYLOR CHAMBERS ’23

EMILY GARRARD ’24

SYMPHANY JAMES ’26

OLIVIA KRIVACEK ’23

ANDERSON PATRY ’23

ELISEO SIGUENZA ’24

OUTDOOR TRACK & FIELD

ABDISALAN ABDI ’24

SOPHIA APPIAH ’25

NATE BASTOS ’24

TRAMAYNE BULLOCK ’25

KOFI IGYAN ’23

CJ JOHNSON ’23

OLIVIA KRIVACEK ’23

WYATT MOORE ’24

BASKETBALL

CJ JOHNSON ’23

WRESTLING

WALTER BLESSING ’23

BASEBALL

ANDERSON BRADY ’25

LUKE DAVILA ’24

NATHAN DEWITTE ’23

TENNIS

WILLIAM CUSTARD ’24

CLAUDE MORRIS ’23

TRACK & FIELD

KOFI IGYAN ’23

LACROSSE

CAULLEY DERINGER ’23

PATRICK JAMEISON ’23

TANNER LEWIS ’23

ANDERSON PATRY ’23

ELISEO SIGUENZA ’24

CHLOE SMITH ’25

SELAH STIEBEL ’24

AKATA WISE ’23

LACROSSE

WYNNE BOGGAN ’23

CAULLEY DERINGER ’23

Player of the Year

JEREMY HORNE ’23

LEXIE JACOBS ’23

PATRICK JAMEISON ’23

TANNER LEWIS ’23

BEAU RYAN ’24

TENNIS

DASHA KRASOVSKAYA ’23

CLAUDE MORRIS ’23

ALL-ISL

FIELD HOCKEY

NAN HOLT ’23

SOCCER

WYNNE BOGGAN ’23

EMILY GARRARD ’24

VOLLEYBALL

NALA CORNEGY ’23

ELLAMAE FITZGERALD ’23

TENNIS

DASHA KRASOVSKAYA ’23

BASKETBALL (A)

SHAI JAMES ’25

AVA SAWI ’24

LACROSSE (A)

WYNNE BOGGAN ’23

TAYLOR CHAMBERS ’23

NAN HOLT ’23

ALL-MET FOOTBALL

JC CLOUTIER ’23

BUOM JOCK ’23

TAD TAN ’23

VOLLEYBALL

ELLAMAE FITZGERALD ’23

SOCCER EMILY GARRARD ’24

ROWING

KRISTEL

CASTELLANOS ’23

LACROSSE

WYNNE BOGGAN ’23

CAULLEY DERINGER ’23

PATRICK JAMEISON ’23

TRACK & FIELD

SOPHIA APPIAH ’25

SOFTBALL (A)

PATRICIA OKWUEZE ’23

ALL-WAICL (CLIMBING)

TIMUR CHUKIN ’23

AVA FOULK ’23

STUART KNOPS ’23

BECCA LOSEY ’23

CONNIE LU ’23

LEITHEN MCMILLAN ’26

ZOE WILLIAMS ’25

MAX YANG ’25

The Class of 2023

This year, the 125 members of the Class of 2023 applied to over 250 distinct colleges in the U.S. and abroad. Our college list is full of exciting opportunities, with graduates enrolling at 76 colleges and universities in 26 states, Italy, and Scotland. 19 graduates will compete in college athletics.

Among the many college acceptances to celebrate, we are also thrilled that multiple seniors received major scholarship awards: 1 student matched with the QuestBridge process (our third in three years!), 1 student earned a Posse Foundation Scholarship, and many more were awarded substantial merit scholarships from the colleges they will attend.

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Interviews with Class of 2023 Externs

WRITTEN BY COMMUNICATIONS TEAM EXTERN AUDREY DEARLOVE ’23

In 1970, president of the Student Curriculum Committee David Kelso ’70 conceived of the idea for the May Program, where seniors spend their last month on The Holy Hill immersed in externships rather than in the classroom. In Kelso’s words, “Getting out in the ‘real world’ before a relatively unfettered college experience seemed like a good idea.” Over 50 years later, the program is integral to every student’s experience.

The externship program has ignited our seniors’ creativity and empowered them to explore passions and advance talents through four weeks of purposeful work. Below are a few highlights about how members of the Class of 2023 explored the “real world” this past month as compiled by EHS Communications extern and future Villanova University Wildcat, Audrey Dearlove ’23.

CLAUDE MORRIS ’23 D.C. COURT OF APPEALS

After taking Legal Principles and Trial Advocacy with EHS General Counsel Stefanie Smith, Claude Morris knew he wanted to pursue a career in law. As part of that course, the entire class completed mock trials before D.C. Court of Appeals Judge The Honorable John P. Howard III. Impressed with Morris, Judge Howard offered him an externship to pursue his interest further.

Representing the highest court in the district, the D.C. Court of Appeals functions as a state-level Supreme Court. The Court of Appeals reviews all final orders and judgments of the D.C. Superior Court. During his externship, Morris mainly reviewed decisions and wrote opinions for Judge Howard.

“Finishing an opinion and having the opportunity to share my thoughts with a judge with decades of experience is

priceless,” according to Morris. He credits EHS with aiding him in his professional development skills and the expertise to prepare written law opinions. “Ms. George’s Advanced U.S. History class taught me the importance of attention to detail and citations,” the aspiring lawyer explained. “This

helped with my transition in learning different styles and provided a foundation for me to succeed in Judge Howard’s office.”

A future General, Morris plans to attend Washington and Lee University in the fall on the pre-law track.

“If you’re going to do something, do it full

”

FAITH FAMILUA ’23 ST. STEPHEN’S AND ST. AGNES MIDDLE SCHOOL

In February, Faith Familua graced Fox Stage in Pendleton Hall as the main character of the EHS winter musical. After completing her role as Belle from Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” she set her sights on an equally taxing yet gratifying position — empowering the next generation with her acting knowledge. She chose to extern in the theater department at St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes Middle School.

Familua shadowed classes, provided student feedback, and implemented her technical theater skills. She also constructed a lesson plan built around the curriculum and taught a class. “I’ve always wanted to work with kids,” she said. “The externship provided a perfect opportunity to combine two of my passions — teaching and theater.”

TIMUR CHUKIN ’23 AND DASHA KRASOVSKAYA ’23 BUILDING MOMENTUM

Timur Chukin and Dasha Krasovskaya externed for Building Momentum during their senior May. Founded in 2014, the company is a problem-solving organization based in Alexandria that pushes the boundaries of what people can learn and build. According to their website, they have a mission to “solve problems creatively, efficiently, and empathetically and to inspire and empower clients and the community to do the same for themselves.”

Chukin and Krasovskaya learned about the daily activities at Building Momentum during an Advanced Engineering flexperience, which

EHS German teacher and Familua’s vocal coach Hannah Ellington ’03 said, “It brings us joy in the music department to watch her spread her wings.”

“Frau Professor Ellington and Mr. Schmidt taught me the same lessons

that I now get to pass on to the next generation,” Familua said. “It’s a full circle moment. I can give the same feedback to younger actors that helped me. It genuinely made a difference for them.”

ultimately inspired them to choose the location for their externship. The owners, Brad Halsey and Albert Vega, Ph.D., spent a year in Afghanistan and Iraq, working alongside active duty service members to develop creative solutions to their most challenging problems. The duo has trained over 5,000 active duty service members, 1,000 students, and hundreds of executives and professionals in 3D printing, welding, computer-aided design (CAD), laser cutting, woodwork, and coding.

During his first week, Chukin learned how to use all of the various machinery, allowing him to facilitate workshops in the office for the remainder of the month. He grew more passionate about his career choice and acquired new

skills to aid him in his next steps. “My externship helped me define my goals while allowing me to teach others and learn how to problem solve,” the recent graduate expressed. “I see myself doing this long term and becoming an electrical engineer.” After his initial training, Chukin guided field trips, taught workshops for all ages, and trained new hires. His most rewarding experience? “Having the opportunity to teach special education students. Seeing students learn and get excited about problem-solving was extremely rewarding.”

Through this externship, Krasovskaya leaned into one of her biggest passions — learning. She also helped conduct different workshops and field

trips, but her biggest takeaway was allowing herself to learn more about different engineering tools. “Building Momentum was a memorable externship,” she said. “I found myself grasping new material that I got to utilize during my time with the company. It pushed me to acknowledge my love for engineering.”

As a company with less than 25 employees, Building Momentum quickly embraced Chukin and Krasovskaya as valuable team members. According to the manager Cecily Wynne, “Our externs took this experience in full stride and vastly exceeded all our expectations. We are excited to see all they accomplish during their collegiate careers.”

LARA GEORGIA GUIMARÃES

Lara Georgia Guimarães Noronha decided to inspire herself through her externship at ArtSpire VA. This multifaceted nonprofit organization provides scholarships for youth to experience the fine and performing arts, and inspires, uplifts, and heals those in need through dance performances. Noronha’s main tasks at the nonprofit were researching grants and teaching dance classes for the program.

At ArtSpire, Noronha taught dance classes to young aspiring artists. Inspired by her EHS dance teacher Adrienne Taylor-Wilson, she specifically decided to teach tap combos. “Connecting Lara Georgia to ArtSpire for her externship could not have been easier,” TaylorWilson stated. “Her love of the arts and helping others made it a perfect match.” Noronha found the externship extremely rewarding, which further confirmed her future plans.

Originally from Brazil, Noronha transferred to Episcopal as a junior and immediately got involved with the arts program. She refined her craft through dance classes, performances in the winter musical, and exhibitions like the arts showcase. By the end of winter 2022, she was a force on the dance team, had a starring role in the 2022 winter musical “Legally Blonde,” and served as a

leader on dorm and in the classroom. Having found her passion through the dance program, Noronha will continue to enhance her skills next fall during her arts fellowship at Sewanee: The University of the South. “I always want art to be a part of my life,” she said. “Nonprofits like ArtSpire allow me to fuse my passions of working with the community and continuing my dance career.”

CAROLINE NOLAN ’23 BOUNDARY STREET CAPITAL

As the vice president of the Student Investment Group (SIG) and founder of the Women in Finance club, Caroline Nolan unsurprisingly burst into the finance field for her externship. She found her way to Boundary Street Capital in Old Town Alexandria. According to Nolan, “I’ve learned a lot about different areas of the finance profession, from leveraged loans to capital markets. Working alongside the employees, grasping different concepts, and displaying my finance knowledge has been eye-opening and inspiring.”

Founded in 2018, Boundary Street Capital focuses on support for growing businesses in the digital infrastructure and services sectors. This niche market helps small businesses in all stages of development.

As Nolan plans to major in finance at Wake Forest University this fall, she credits EHS for allowing her to explore her passion on a deeper level not only through the externship but also during her time at the School. As a member of the highly regarded SIG, Nolan and her teammates oversee a portfolio of $80,000 for the School. Their monthly meetings allow these students to have experience managing a portfolio and pitching stocks to buy or sell.

“Caroline has been one of the more active members in the SIG since she joined in the 10th grade,” faculty advisor to SIG and CFO Boota deButts ’76 said. “As Vice President of SIG this year and head of the research team she served as a leader and role model for the rest of the members. Her investment knowledge and ability to present and explain financial topics to the rest of the group will be missed.”

Determined to shatter the glass ceiling during her senior year, Nolan founded

the Women in Finance club to “teach high school-aged girls financial literacy and remove the stigma often associated with the finance industry.” Her enthusiasm and passion surrounding the finance sector have shined through at Episcopal thanks to her dedication and personal mission of advancing women in the field. “I’ve always lived by the statement, ‘if you’re going to do something, do it full out,’” she explained. “I want to make sure I left Episcopal better than I found it, and I can say wholeheartedly that I have accomplished everything I wanted to do.”

I’ve always lived by the statement, ‘if you’re going to do something, do it full out,’ she explained. I want to make sure I left Episcopal better than I found it, and I can say wholeheartedly that I have accomplished everything I wanted to do.

Caroline Nolan ’23

MALIK STUTE ’23 NIKE HEADQUARTERS

Malik Stute traveled across the country for his externship in Portland, Ore., at Nike’s headquarters. During his four weeks in the Pacific Northwest, Malik had one-on-one meetings with different divisions that offered him “unique perspectives and insights” about the North American sector of the company. He also spent the month shadowing Karrie Connor, the general manager and vice president of the North American Kids’ department.

“Whether it was talking to people in the different departments of the North American Kids’ sector, the security guards, or higher-up directors of Nike, Episcopal did a great job helping me communicate effectively and professionally,” Malik said.

As captain of the 2022-23 boys’ basketball team, Stute has always loved sports, making his externship an easy adjustment. “To be able to view in person how one of the biggest sports companies in the world operates on a day-to-day basis was extremely beneficial for me because I got to view the ins and outs of the industry.” During his time at EHS, Stute became a more confident and outspoken leader for the Class of 2023 — skills that clearly served him well during his time at Nike and will continue to do so at the University of Miami in the fall.

Whether it was talking to people in the different departments of the North American Kids’ sector, the security guards, or higher-up directors of Nike, Episcopal did a great job helping me communicate effectively and professionally.

Malik Stute ’23

WILL SNEAD ’23 AND MICHAEL CRAIG ’23

JEFFREY J. KIMBELL & ASSOCIATES

Transitioning from The Holy Hill to Capitol Hill, Will Snead and Michael Craig externed at lobbying firm Jeffery J. Kimbell & Associates. During their externships, both seniors watched and summarized many hearings held by the Senate and House of Representatives.

“Episcopal taught me how to be more outgoing and independent, which helped me transition into the workforce for the last month,” reflected Craig. As one of the few senior transfers, he became an active member in many facets of campus life but was particularly interested in political clubs. “Politics affect everything we do in our country, and it directly impacts our daily lives. I want to instill change through this landscape, so this externship served as a stepping stone.” He looks forward to becoming a tiger this fall at Clemson University, where he plans to pursue a degree in political science.

Snead has always focused on politics during his time at Episcopal, most notably serving as the president of the Young Democrats Club. Although he has taken part in several other externships, he shared that this was his most rewarding and unique experience. “I had the opportunity to be on the Senate floor during a hearing, and it was such a surreal moment for me,” he said. “It’s a

And, while not compiled by Audrey, we could not include this article without highlighting our own incredible Communications extern:

AUDREY DEARLOVE ’23 EHS COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE

Audrey Dearlove spent her four-week externship right here on The Holy Hill, busy in Episcopal’s Communications Office. Differing from her peers’ off-campus adventures, she was able to explore her interest in marketing and communications on campus, gaining a fresh perspective on the School she knows so well. Dearlove compiled the senior slideshow, curated social media posts, assisted with video production, documented her classmates’ externship experiences, and helped with the final review of the spring issue of EHS: The Magazine. Keeping the office in tune

with the student landscape, Dearlove was essential to keeping us “hip” and provided a powerful connection between the office and the students. Joining the

moment that I will never forget, and I hope one day I’ll be able to come back to the Senate floor as a staffer — or even a senator.” While Snead is heading off to Sewanee: The University of the South in the fall, we look forward to seeing him back in D.C. one day in the future!

full Advancement Office staff meetings from day one of her externship, Dearlove readily shared her perspectives and ideas, and joined in to discussions providing helpful insight. The entire Advancement Team was impressed with her work ethic, love for The High School, and professionalism.

“Audrey was a delight to have in the office. She worked incredibly hard and made significant contributions to several spring projects,” Assistant Director of Communications Piper Hartman said. “We know she will do great things at Villanova and we already miss hearing about her love for diet Dr. Pepper and Taylor Swift.”

It’s a moment that I will never forget, and I hope one day I’ll be able to come back to the Senate floor as a staffer — or even a senator.

Will Snead ’23

The Power of Externships

WITH DIRECTOR NORMAN KIM-SENIOR

Q: WHAT’S ONE WORD YOU WOULD USE TO DESCRIBE THE EXTERNSHIP PROGRAM THIS YEAR, AND WHY?

A: Ambitious. In addition to organizing over 140 externships at established organizations, the externship program added an incubator element that helped launch several student-led experiences, including a fashion show, a speaking tour to promote mental health for teenagers in D.C. public schools, the introduction of technology solutions for senior citizens, and the planning of a fundraising event for an international non-profit. Students also engaged with the local start-up community at events such as Alx Talx (Alx Community) and Xchange (Alexandria Chamber of Commerce).

Q: WHAT DID YOU FIND MOST GRATIFYING IN YOUR FIRST YEAR AS THE DIRECTOR OF EXTERNSHIPS?

A: When students find the right opportunity, their joy is palpable. They come back to campus excited about their work, more confident in their ability to make positive change in society, and with a much clearer view of the skills they have gained in their time at Episcopal. I loved being a part of that journey of discovery and relish in the opportunity to help students value the skills and insights they bring to the table.

Q: WHAT DO BUSINESSES GAIN BY HOSTING AN EXTERN?

A: Our community partners get to extend their talent acquisition pipeline. In four short years, our graduates will officially launch their careers, and our partners get an early opportunity to make a case for why our students should consider their

company as a professional home. In addition, working with our students gives organizations insight into the habits and preferences of the next generation of leaders and potential clients. Our students are skilled communicators, have extensive experience working as a team, and understand what it means to function as a part of a community.

Q: HOW DO YOU SEE THE EXTERNSHIP PROGRAM EVOLVING?

A: The externship program is Episcopal’s final lesson for our students — when students take control of their responsibilities outside of the classroom. It challenges their work ethic and encourages them to increase their time management skills. In this next iteration of the externship program, we will integrate work around wellness, community, and leadership into a coherent final package that helps our seniors transition into their life as young adults with a clearer sense of what it means to live a balanced life.

To accomplish these objectives, we will need to:

• provide opportunities for students to translate their academic skills into career-specific skills;

• provide more opportunities for students to explore effective wellness practices in this world of increasing distraction;

• help students plan some of the evening programs for May;

• help students to develop effective routines for a world of hybrid work schedules; and

• equip students with the tools and insights that they need to succeed in an AI-mediated world.

When students find the right opportunity, their joy is palpable.

814 Consulting

Ain and Bank Law

American Bankers Association

Amherst College Men’s Lacrosse

Artspire VA

Assay Research

Automatic Films

Automatic Sports

Berkshire Hathaway

BGR Group

Boundary Street Capital

BSA Software Alliance

Building Momentum

Canon Design

Casa Chirilagua

CBRE Group

Children’s National Hospital

Clark Construction

Colman Riddell Interiors

Conservation International

Del Ray Montessori School

DLR Group

EHS Athletic Training

EHS Communications Department

EHS Grounds Crew

Emerging Scholars

Energesco

FAA

Fairfax Medical Center

Faith Alliance for Climate Change

Flybuy

Georgetown Law Center

Gold Leaf Studios

Greenopia

HCI Equity Partners

Henninger Media Services

HUST

INOVA Hospital

Ivy Lane Interiors

Jeffery J. Kimbell & Associates

Kathleen Caslow

Linder Global Events

Lowe Real Estate Group

Main Street Alliance

Marion Barry Youth

Leadership Institute

Missing Link

Montessori School of Northern Virginia

Ms. Moxies Moon Shop

Mt. Vernon Capital

National Media

Neighborhood Health

Nike

Northern Virginia

Conservation Trust

NuWave Construction

Omni Hotels

Open Gov Hub

Picard, Rentz & Rowe, LLP

R.C. Fields & Associates

Radius Networks

Recovery Unplugged

Red Sneakers for Oakley

Rep. August Pfluger

Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer

Rep. Yvette Clark

Round House Theatre

Sands Capital

sculp’d

Sid Mashburn

Social Work Community Initiative

Solutions Physical Therapy

Spaeth Hill Design Agency

SPARKS Consulting Group

St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes

Lower School

St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes

Middle School

Stephen Castle

Terravision

The Brand Guild

The Honorable John P. Howard

The Hoover Institution

The Leshne Agency

The Office of Senator

Lindsey Graham

The Pinkard Group

The Scout Guide

The Shoe Hive

The Software Alliance

The St. James

The Tewaaraton Foundation

The Washington Spirit

Transwestern

United States Fashion Industry Association

UpCycle Creative Reuse Center

Urban Boxing

Verdence Capital Advisors

Thank you to the below companies and friends of Episcopal who graciously hosted the Class of 2023 for their externships.

Navigating College Admissions

By Director of College Counseling Tara Maglio P’25 ’25

While the role of a college counselor at a boarding school is not for the faint of heart, it is rich in rewards. College counseling chats happen during study hall, during dinner, on sports sidelines, on dorm, and sometimes even during “sevens” (Episcopal’s version of evening detention). There are late nights, early mornings, and everything in between. This year, I sat with a student on my porch on a Friday evening while she opened her decision from her top choice college. She hadn’t told anyone else about her application to this college and didn’t want to open the news alone in her dorm. With two pints of Jeni’s ice cream at the ready, I was equally prepared for a celebratory moment or a sad moment; Brambleberry Crisp does the trick for either.

Another week in the spring, I spent several hours with a junior who was anxious about reading the first draft of her personal narrative out loud in her English class — she practiced over and over again until she felt ready. And, out of the blue this spring, the name of one of my former students popped up on my cell phone, and when I answered, he was looking for advice about applying to graduate school. All of these students were developing important life skills — becoming more comfortable writing about themselves, advocating for themselves, and asking for help and support when needed. As college counselors at Episcopal, our work extends far beyond preparing students for standardized tests, reviewing essays, and helping build a college list. In our program, we prioritize relationships. We strive to know, support, respect, and celebrate the unique personalities and talents of all our students and help them tell their stories in the admissions process and beyond.

Inevitably at the end of the year, many ask me if it “has been a good year.” Invariably, my answer is “yes!”; however, there is complexity behind that simple answer. Every year, we produce and present data about where our students applied, where they were admitted, and where they will matriculate. But the metric that is most important to me has to do with

how our students feel about their college process. Were we successful at knowing, supporting, and celebrating each student? Did they gain self-awareness as emerging adults and soon-to-be college students? Did they have the information they needed to make informed and mature decisions about where to apply and where to attend college?

At Episcopal, we are privileged to work with bright, adventurous, interesting, and well-rounded students. They apply broadly and confidently to hundreds of colleges throughout the United States and abroad. They attend 70 to 80 distinct colleges in any given year, and the depth and breadth of our college application and matriculation list reflects the diversity of interests and talents in our student body. Even more importantly, Episcopal students manage the complexity of the college process far more independently than most high school students, thanks to the skills they have built while living away from home. They find their voices, express themselves boldly and authentically, and walk across the commencement stage with the confidence that comes from successfully navigating the challenges and rewards of a rigorous boarding school experience and the ups and downs of the college application journey.

On Their Way Rejoicing

The 125 members of the Class of 2023 will attend 76 colleges in 26 states, Italy, and Scotland. Colleges in bold will welcome more than one EHS student.*

American University

Auburn University

Babson College

Bard College

Barnard College

Boston College

Boston University

Brown University

Bucknell University

Campbell University

Clemson University

College of Charleston

Colorado State University

Cornell University

Dartmouth College

Davidson College

Dickinson College

Duke University

Elon University

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Emory University

Fashion Institute of Technology

Furman University

Georgia Institute of Technology

High Point University

Indiana University Bloomington

Kenyon College

Lafayette College

Maine Maritime Academy

Miami University

New York University

North Carolina State University

Old Dominion University

Pennsylvania State University

Pepperdine University

Rice University

Sewanee: The University of the South

Skidmore College

Southern Methodist University

Spelman College

Stanford University

Syracuse University

Texas Christian University

The College of William and Mary

The Ohio State University

The University of Alabama

The University of Montana

The University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas at El Paso

Tufts University

Tulane University

University of California, Berkeley

University of California, Los Angeles

University of Chicago

University of Colorado Boulder

University of Denver

University of Florida

University of Illinois

Urbana-Champaign

University of Mary Washington

University of Miami

University of Michigan

University of Mississippi

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

University of Notre Dame

University of South Carolina

University of Southern California

University of St Andrews

University of the District of Columbia

University of Virginia

Villanova University

Wake Forest University

Washington and Lee University

Washington College

Wesleyan University

Wofford College

Xavier University

*as of June 8, 2023

An Alumni Cookout to Kick Off Summer

Episcopal was thrilled to welcome local alumni and their families back to campus in June to celebrate the start of summer. It was a beautiful night under the trees of the Chapel Quad as guests enjoyed lawn games, hamburgers, and tours of the two new dormitories and the deButts Health & Wellness Center.

The

alumni have spoken!

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Class of 2023

Emily Browning Amason

Reed James Applegate

Zoe Grace Arzt

Fletcher Jacob Aylor

Hawk de Morrell Bacon

Jane Elizabeth Becherer

Conally Reed Bell

Walter Dale Blessing III

John Chapman

McLeod Blount

Wynne Chalfant Boggan

Leila Delano Bond

Alden Virginia Bradley

John Henry Bruns

Emma Valeria Carter

Kristel Alejandra Castellanos

Taylor Amira Chambers

David Henry Chopra

Timur Almasovich Chukin

Jean-Christophe Cloutier

William Mason Cogswell

Logan Suzanne Conklin

Nala Catherine Ellen Cornegy

Michael Holmes Craig

William Brier Cronin

William Hudson Daughtrey

Amelia Whittle Davis

Evan Winthrop Davis

Audrey Grace Dearlove

James Caulley Deringer, Jr.

Nathan David DeWitte

Morgan Elizabeth Dixon

Carson Berndt Dod

Lindsay Jane Dunlap

Kiet Anh Duong

Jack Alexander Dupuis

Joshua Elijah Tighe Easterly

Esomchi Jachin Ejim

Faith Oluwaseun Familua

Carrie Yan Yin Feng

Elijah Kay Fite

Lewis Ford Fitts II

EllaMae Carrión Fitzgerald

Yeisy Yuliana

Velasquez Florencio

Omar Dominick Flores

Ava Lilliann Foulk

Jack Goodwin Galleher

Virginia Hammond Goldsmith

Jiayu Gu

Lara Georgia

Guimarães Noronha

Hunter William Lankford Hammond

Charlotte Hamberlin Head

Fulton Young Holland

Nan Elizabeth Marie Holt

Sydney Olivia Hopkins

Jeremy Alexander Horne

Mary Clayton Sheffield Howell

William Robert Hurst

Kofi Yao Igyan

Alexis Valendina Jacobs

Patrick Stephen Jameison

Malakal Buomkuoth Jock

Christian Alexander Johnson

Damian Basil Kearns

Virginia Lee Keen

Stuart Alexander Knops

Zhiheng Kou

Darya Igorevna Krasovskaya

Margaret Banks

Morrissee Krause

Olivia Jane Krivacek

Flora Zifei Kuipers

Catherine Ramsay Laverty

Kate Ji Woo Lee

Tanner Ryan Lewis

Steven Clay Lilly, Jr.

Joshua Chase Lipschutz

Rebecca Catherine Losey

Bernard Alden Lotuff

Ruopu Lu

Elle Taylor Magnuson

Hannah Wells Markham

Ella Frances Marshall

Ava Winslett McArtor

Mia Ungaro McDonald

Javier Thacker McGowan

Daniel John McLaughlin

Claudius Stedman Morris V

Grace Lena Morris

Abigail Faith Nason

Aiden Shane Nelson

Caroline Grace Nolan

Ralph Edwin Oberlin IV

Carmen Chinenye Oguike

Patricia Okwueze

Jiwoo Paek

Anderson Charles Patry

Shota Whitman Pinkowski

Xingle Ren

Elizabeth Woodhall Riddell

Elizabeth Lane Robbins

Addison Elizabeth Rose

Annabelle Colt Savage

Mary Devine Schroeder

Laura Grace Shield

Margaret Elizabeth Sims

Charles Farrell Smith

William Overton

Payne Snead IV

Jonathan Alexander Strange

John Nicholas Strebel

Malik Avery Stute

Tad Tan

Jania Monet Davis Tasker

Henry Bond Teeters

William James Terry

Victoria Andrade Torres

Sophia Grace Tremblay

Alexandra Holliday Veague

Alexander Lothar

von Maltzahn

Emma Grace Walker

Beikun Wang

Julia Carr Weatherholtz

Brooks Thurmond Whitmer

Akata Maliaka Niara Wise

Joshua Kuan Hwa Wu

Hetian Yuan

Diego Alessandro Zelaya