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Our daughter is now a sophomore at EHS and we could not be more pleased with her experience there. They have created an environment that truly encourages the growth of the whole child--academically, physically, emotionally and spiritually. The faculty and administration are wise and caring role models who encourage the students to find and express their talents, whatever they may be. The clear rules around alcohol and drugs enable students to avoid those risky behaviors without social pressure or consequences. It's been a wonderful place for her to spend those important high school years.
My son, in his third year at Episcopal, writes that he is happy, learning lots, able to get to the river to kayak, and to the Arts Center to practice piano. We chose Episcopal because they were caring, supportive, informative, and generous of their time during the application process. My son continues to excel there because the faculty, staff, and students promote an atmosphere where learning about the world and about self is important and fun and respected. The school teaches self-discipline, respect and kindness towards all, and offers rigorous academics and honesty. Students learn to write well and to celebrate their talents. The school keeps me, as the parent, informed about new happenings, grades, and the joys of a residential campus. I look forward to the headmaster's letters and to my son's enthusiastic emails. When we talked last, he was excited about his power point presentation for class.
EHS has been a very positive experience for my child. Well educated faculty have been the main reason. They present the course work in unique ways and are willing to give students additional help if needed without hesitation. The location of EHS, just outside of DC, gives the students access to many cultural and educational experiences. Although, most seem to stay around campus on weekends. Students are very involved with advisors and coaches, who are much like cheerleaders when the parents are not around. Stricter discipline went into effect this year which has also been good, letting students know that there will be no tolerance for alcohol, drugs, cheating, etc. Sports are big here. They are also a huge committment, with weekend practices and earlier returns from breaks to practice. Dorms have 4 faculty members living on ends of each which is great. Students are well prepared for college.
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