EA News, Spring 2024

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Aspirations in Computing: Four EA students—Izzy Rozes ’24, Michelle Jiang ’24, Ishani Khanna ’25, and Isabel Ding ’27—were recognized by the National Center for Women and Information Technology (NCWIT) for their accomplishments in computer science.

Dora Khayatt Music Competition: A jazz quintet, pianist, vocalist, and original song writers were deemed the winners of the 23-24 Dora Khayatt Music Competition. “This was an amazing group, and there was a lot of variety,” remarked Music Department Chair Jim Erwin.

Regeneron Science Talent Search: As a result of his research and expertise on the classical Frobenius number, Xinxin Fang ’24 was named a top 300 scholar in the Regeneron Science Talent Search.

College Counseling Expert: Georgia Tech’s Rick Clark visited with students, faculty/staff, and parents to share insights about the constantly evolving college admission landscape.

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15 Students Named National Merit Finalists: Fifteen EA seniors who were selected as National Merit Semifinalists in fall 2023 have all advanced to the Finalist standing in the competition for National Merit Scholarship Awards. Chosen from more than 15,000 Semifinalists, the Finalists were selected based on their 2022 PSAT/NMSQT® scholarship test scores and are now being considered for some 7,000 National Merit Scholarships that will be announced this spring. Thirty-seven seniors have been recognized, at several levels this school year, by the National Merit Scholarship Program.

2023 Lilley Fellows Present Research Projects: After being selected to undertake in-depth research projects through EA’s Lilley Fellowship program last February, four Upper School students worked with a faculty advisor and delved into their respective research over the summer. This year, they presented their final capstone projects to the EA community. "This year's Lilley Fellows selected diverse research topics ranging from education access during the pandemic and mapping DNA to women in STEM and fostering empathy in education systems," said Director of Libraries and Lilley Fellow Program Director Lorie Harding.

Established in 2018 by Mr. and Mrs. William Lilley III ’55, the Lilley Fellowship Fund awards research fellowships to students who exemplify academic curiosity, intellectual rigor, and scholarly passion.

Multiple First Place, Judge's Awards & Perfect Scores at PJAS

Regionals: It was a record-setting year for EA student-scientists who competed at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS) regional competition. The number of participants doubled this year to nearly 60 student projects. Of those, 49 competed at the regional level. "My favorite part of EA PJAS is that the students can explore any topic in STEM that they are interested in, and the range of interests is truly impressive," remarked Upper School Science Teacher and PJAS Advisor Dr. Katie Colyer.

All EA participants won first and second place awards, while four students were awarded Perfect Scores and four students won Special Awards from the judges for going above and beyond in some aspects of their projects.

Students Attend Ivy League Model UN Conference:

More than 70 EA

Upper School students participated in this year’s Ivy League Model United Nations Conference (ILMUNC), hosted by the University of Pennsylvania Foreign Affairs Club. "Students debated a wide range of topics that included artificial intelligence, private military contractors, environmental sustainability, and the future of OPEC," shared Upper School History Teacher and Club Advisor David Mercante. "Students also had the chance to simulate a crisis session on the Fyre Music Festival, the future of FIFA, and policies for the modern fashion industry."

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Fall Recap

• Boys' XC won the Inter-Ac and PAISAA championships and tallied a 9-0 record in dual meets. This group of senior runners end their high school careers 34-0 in Inter-Ac races. Girls' XC ran past rival AIS on EA/AIS Day and finished 3rd in the Inter-Ac and PAISAA championship races.

• Field hockey battled tough opponents all season, finishing 2nd in the Inter-Ac. Goalie Isabel Andrews had 100+ saves. Five players will continue playing in college.

• Girls' tennis aced its season with its third consecutive Inter-Ac championship. The team was also PAISAA champions and undefeated in league play.

• Girls’ soccer won both the Inter-Ac and PAISAA championships, going 19-2-1 overall. Captain Natalie Magnotta was named league MVP and Delco Player of the Year. Boys' soccer wrapped up the season 10-9-1 and 3rd in the Inter-Ac.

• Boys' golf had a league record of 23-7, earning 2nd place. Captain Hunter Stetson set the record for the lowest scoring average in league history, was named league MVP, and won the inaugural Match-Play Inter-Ac Championship.

• Boys’ water polo tallied a 5-7 record with one win in the Inter-Ac. The young team is looking forward to more growth next season. Girls’ water polo played to 2nd at the Beast of the East Tournament. The squad finished 7-12.

• Football went 5-5 on the season, 3-2 in the Inter-Ac. Michael Cadden set the single season reception record with 45 receptions. Quarterback Na’rome Rayborn set a record for most TD passes in a career at EA with 39.

Winter Recap

• Boys’ indoor track won the state indoor track & field championship for the second consecutive year. The team set seven school records in the 60m, 200m, 400m, 3000m, High Jump, Triple Jump, and Shot Put. Girls’ indoor track had a strong season placing 7th at the state meet. The girls set seven school records in the 60m, 200m, 55HH, 60HH, Long Jump, Triple Jump, and Pentathlon.

• Ice hockey finished 8-4-1 with strong play from everyone on the roster. The team played in the finals of the Independent Hockey League championship and lost in overtime against a talented Haverford team.

• Boys' and girls’ squash finished the season 5th and 6th at the High School National Tournament, respectively. The boys won the Inter-Ac for the first time since 2018 after a 5-4 nailbiter over Haverford.

• Wrestling sent three grapplers to the National Prep Tournament. The team finished 12-10 in dual meets and 4-2 in the league, for 3rd place in the Inter-Ac.

• Boys’ and girls' swimming & diving had a combined 6th place finish at Easterns. During the season, a school record was set in the boys’ 50 Free and a pool record was set in girls’ 1m Diving. The boys finished 3-3, the girls 4-3.

• Boys’ basketball won five of its Inter-Ac games and just missed winning a share of the Inter-Ac title. Senior Kevin McCarthy ends his EA career with 1,500 career points. The squad completed the season 15-11. Girls' basketball had an overall record of 9-1, 6-6 Inter-Ac.

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Metamorphoses: This past October, the Domino Club performed their rendition of Mary Zimmerman's Metamorphoses, mesmerizing the audience with imaginative storytelling and powerful performances. As they retold the Myths of Ovid, audiences saw tales of love, loss, and transformation come to life in the Ridgway Blackbox Theater.

Frozen JR.: The Harlequin Ensemble took the big stage in the Carrafiell Family Theater for their fall musical, Frozen JR., performing hits like “Let It Go” (amongst falling snow!). Adapted from the beloved Disney film, Frozen JR. tells the story of Anna, a princess who sets out to find her sister Elsa, who has frozen the kingdom of Arendelle with her magic powers.

Creativity Shines in CommUNITY Exhibition: In an effort to have the entire school come together and unite as one creatively, the Visual Arts Department led the charge in an all-school art exhibition aptly named "commUNITY." On display from Jan. 24 to Feb. 24 in the Crawford Campus Center Gallery, the exhibit featured nearly 500 8" x 8" pieces created by EA students, faculty, staff, trustees, alumni, and more—all unique in their own way.

In addition to the pieces in the gallery itself, students in Honors Photo IV and Honors Photo III showcased portrait work in a complementary photo exhibition just outside the Gallery called "Faces of EA."

In Birnam Wood

Timeless Dance Concert: In February, audiences journeyed through time with our Middle and Upper School dancers as they presented Timeless in the Carrafiell Family Theater. Featuring numerous solos and original choreography in all dance genres by our own EA students, the concert showcased EA’s finest talents.

Upper School students explored 50 years of hip-hop and danced their way through movie musicals. Contemporary dancers grappled to protect and understand the fleeting nature of time in "Older" and "Clockwork," and jazz dancers worked from "9-5." From an Afro-Caribbean piece, musical theater, and a salsa number, the show offered a timeless adventure in dance!

Spring Shows: It's showtime! This spring, the Domino Club and the Harlequin Ensemble look forward to an incredible season of theatre.

The Domino Club returns to the Carrafiell Family Theater with their rendition of Pippin, the Broadway classic that tells the story of a young prince who “longs to find passion and adventure in his life.” Meanwhile, the Harlequin Ensemble will present In Birnam Wood—a magical concoction mixed with horror, humor, and suspense—in the Ridgway Blackbox Theater.

upcoming events

EA Lawyers Network (EALN) in Philadelphia

Thursday, April 18 @ 5 p.m.

The EALN serves as a networking opportunity for members of the EA community with a background or interest in the legal industry. Whether you’re a law student or a partner at a firm, join us to advance your reach and connection with other attorneys in the area.

Episcopal Academy Golf Tournament

Thursday, May 2

Tee up for the annual Episcopal Academy Golf Tournament at Radnor Valley Country Club. If you or your business are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Joe Boyle at (484) 424-1787 or jboyle@episcopalacademy.org.

2024 Alumni Weekend

Friday, May 3 - Saturday, May 4

Save the dates! This May, join in the fun as we celebrate all EA alumni, with a special invitation to the classes ending in 4 and 9! Interested in serving on your Reunion Committee? Email alumni@episcopalacademy.org.

Excel Summer Programs

Students can learn and play on EA’s campus this summer! Led by EA teachers, Excel’s summer academic and enrichment offerings have something for every learner. Plus, explore Excel’s weeklong sports camps, Game Day Camp, and brand-new Explore Day Camp. Jump into summer at excelatea.org.

stay connected!

For details on all upcoming Office of Alumni Engagement events, please visit episcopalacademy.org/alumnievents. Also, be sure to follow @EAalumni1785 on Instagram for updates on fellow alumni, school happenings, and more!