Summary: Episcopal High School's academic program prepares students for success in college and beyond by providing a rigorous liberal arts education enriched by technology and hands-on learning. Students are challenged by talented faculty in small classes that encourage quality interactions. A variety of teaching methods are used that incorporate current pedagogy and reflect a diversity of learning styles. An Episcopal High School education is more than just acquired knowledge - it is also discovery, exploration, creativity, and collaboration. Students and faculty work together in a learning community to make the most of each subject, whether engaging in lively classroom discussion and debates, analyzing the meaning behind a poem or work of art, or utilizing technology to create an innovative solution to a problem. The Washington Program gives students the opportunity to explore the city, learning from and collaborating with experts from organizations affecting change on a national level. Our teachers take full advantage of the many opportunities in the Washington, D.C. area to enhance classroom work. Students might read "Macbeth" and then see it performed on stage, or study environmental science in the lab and then carry out field work on the Potomac River. Episcopal attracts students with a wide variety of academic talents, and the School strives to address each student's needs. Regular, honors, advanced, and college-level courses in each department allow students to tailor their learning track, and if they wish to explore a subject not offered in the curriculum, there is also the opportunity for independent study.

Department Director Mary Fielder

Student/Teacher Ratio: 5/1:

Average Class Size: 11

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 82

Number of AP Courses Offered: 62

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 82%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Noteworthy Information:
Classes recently visited the Holocaust Museum discussed US-Iranian relations at the Institute for Defense Analysis...

Learning Support

• Evening Study Assistance
• Learning Differences Support
• Peer Tutoring
• Subject Tutoring
• Technology Center
• Writing Center

English

• Classics
• Creative Writing
• Literature

History

• Classical History
• European History
• Honors
• United States History
• World History

Foreign Languages

• Chinese-Mandarin
• French
• German
• Greek
• Latin
• Spanish

Religion / Philosophy

• Ethics
• Moral Philosophy
• Philosophy
• Religious Studies
• Theology
• World Religions

Humanities / Social Sciences

• Economics

Sciences

• Anatomy
• Astronomy
• Biology
• Botany
• Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Genetics
• Geology
• Health
• Physics
• Physiology
• Forensics

Math

Computer Studies

• Computer Applications
• Multimedia
• Computer Programming
• Computer Science

Music

• Band
• Choral Music
• Individual Instructions
• Music Theory
• Orchestra
• Recording
• Voice

Performing / Visual Arts

• Acting
• Art History
• Ceramics
• Dance
• Drama
• Drawing
• Graphic Design
• Painting
• Photography
• Portfolio
• Production
• Publications
• Screenwriting
• Studio Art
• Television Production
• Textiles
• Theater Arts
• Theater Design
• 3-D Art

Special Programs

• Study Abroad
• Community Service
• Exchange Programs
• Independent Study
• Internships
• Outdoor Education

Distinctive or New Programs

• Washington Program Including Senior Internships

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 8

Average Students Per Dorm: 55

Number of Girls Dorms: 4

Number of Boys Dorms: 4

Dorm Amenities

• Game Room
• Laundry Facilities
• Lounge
• Vending Machines

Other Dorm Amenities

Student Life

The Episcopal experience is rooted in self-discovery guided by supportive adults. Our extraordinary residential community provides the perfect opportunities - both in and out of the classroom - for such discovery to occur. Living on dorm with classmates and teachers as neighbors inspires formative, lifelong friendships. The experience starts with academics and moves outward to the arts, athletics, school trips, community service, and takes full advantage of our location right outside Washington DC with ample opportunities to engage with all the city has to offer. The many choices - to participate on an athletic team, in a performance, in a club, with a student publication, to play a card game or laser tag - are joyous opportunities for students to determine who they are and to work with others toward mutual goals.

Facilities

• All-Weather Track
• Baseball Field
• Basketball Court
• Fitness Center
• Football Field
• Indoor Basketball Court
• Pool
• Technology Center
• Volleyball Court

Other Facilities

• Two Turf Fields
• Tennis Courts

Clubs & Organizations

• Classics Club
• Community Service
• Computer Club
• Debate Club
• Diversity Club
• Dorm Proctors
• Drama Club
• Environmental Club
• Foreign Language Clubs
• Honor Council
• International Club
• Investment Club
• Literary Magazine
• Math Club
• Model UN
• Newspaper
• Peer Counseling
• Peer Tutoring
• Pep Club
• Photography Club
• Science Bowl
• Student Activities
• Student Government
• Student Publications
• Theater Club
• Weightlifting Club
• Yearbook
• Yoga Club
• Young Democrats
• Young Republicans

Summary: Arts - At Episcopal, we know that the arts feed creativity, and creativity stimulates cognitive perception, awareness, and intellect. That's why we offer a comprehensive arts program through which students have an extraordinary opportunity to excel in their chosen art form, or to explore newly discovered interests and talents. In the state-of-the-art Ainslie Arts Center, students pursue all levels of study and practice in the performing and visual arts. This dynamic curriculum includes exposure to the rich artistic and cultural treasures of Washington, D.C., and master workshops with well-known performers and artists. EHS students have a rare opportunity to work at what they love and experience the challenges of creative practice - supported by adults who are themselves accomplished professionals. Athletics - Episcopal believes that physical exercise and conditioning are very important to the health of every teenage boy and girl and that habits and routines of exercise begun at a young age are important to lifelong health. EHS is also committed to the values taught by athletic competition. Sportsmanship, self-discipline, and perseverance are often learned through interscholastic sports. Most importantly, Episcopal's athletic teams provide an opportunity for students from diverse backgrounds to learn the value of teamwork, cooperation, and mutual respect. Episcopal's athletics facilities rank among the finest of any high school in the nation and each year, Episcopal fields 46 interscholastic teams (including 27 varsity and 19 lower level teams) in 18 different sports. More than 375 students per year participate on these teams, and most freshmen and sophomores participate in interscholastic competition during all three seasons.

Arts Department Director: Mark Carter

Athletics Department Director: Jim Fitzpatrick

Arts

• Acting
• Art History
• Ceramics
• Dance
• Drama
• Drawing
• Graphic Design
• Painting
• Photography
• Portfolio
• Production
• Publications
• Screenwriting
• Studio Art
• Television Production
• Textiles
• Theater Arts
• Theater Design
• 3-D Art

Interscholastic Sports

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Crew
• Cross Country Running
• Field Hockey
• Football
• Golf
• Lacrosse
• Rock Climbing
• Soccer
• Softball
• Squash
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Volleyball
• Wrestling

Recreational Sports

• Dance
• Kayaking
• Outdoor Education
• Weight Lifting

Summary: When our graduates leave Episcopal High School's gates, without exception their journeys continue at colleges and universities that best complement their talents, ambitions, interests, and learning styles. Our alumni attend many of the most highly selective institutions in the country, including honors colleges at state universities. Our dedicated team of college counselors guides both students and parents through every aspect of the college admissions process. Informally, the process can begin as early as sophomore year when students are invited to attend college fairs and meetings with visiting admissions teams. Formal college counseling begins junior year with individual meetings and an orientation session designed to help students understand the application process. Our counselors personally monitor and assist with college planning throughout a student's junior and senior years. They help students indentify the college and universities where they will thrive - where the student will feel both supported and challenged. Our counselors, who maintain contact with respected colleges and universities nationwide, are especially able to determine whether a school is a good fit for a student.

College Information

Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores	Reading	Math	Writing
25th percentile	580	590	620
75th percentile	670	670	720

Notable Alumni

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 5%

Average Merit Scholarship: 7,000

Current Endowment Amount: $230,000,000