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Welcome, Episcopal Parents
Welcome EHS parents, near and far! On this site, you can log in to the Parent Portal & Directory, find information about parent events on- and off-campus, learn about how you can support EHS through philanthropy or volunteerism, and more. Please reach out with any questions you may have.
Login to the Parent Portal & Directory to find resources including:
- Major Dates and Daily Calendar
- Key Resources including calendars, key contact numbers, handbooks, and more
- Your student’s schedule, grades, and comments
- Live streams of Chapel and Maroon athletics
- Magnus Health
- Scoir and College counseling resources
- Orah Leaves
- EHS Weekly and From the Hill archives
- Blackbaud Tuition Management portal
- International Family information
- Weekend Activities
- J.W. Couch Counseling Center
- Searchable directories with contact information for students, faculty & staff, and parents. Note that student, faculty, and staff listings include photos.
Cheer on The Maroon
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Important Links for Families from the Athletics Department
2025-26 Major School Dates - Revised July 2025
Important Athletics Dates 2025-26
Equipment Pricing - Updated June 2025
Athletic Issue - Updated June 2025
Athletic Equipment - Information about what’s provided for you and what personal items students are responsible for. Updated May 2025
Parent Events
As Episcopal families, you have a unique opportunity to make new friends and connections with EHS families and alumni from across the country and the world, just like your students. Visit our Special and Annual Events page to learn more about Regional Gatherings, Family Weekends, Spirit Weekend, and Commencement.
Support EHS
The partnership of families plays an important role in Episcopal’s success and the power of our educational experience.
- How We Fund the EHS Experience
- Make a Roll Call Gift online
- Other Ways to Give
- Parent Volunteer Opportunities
- Offer a student externship opportunity
Please reach out to the Advancement Office with any questions or requests.
We love to hear from you!
Porcha Dodson
Associate Director of Annual Giving and Parent Programs
pdodson@episcopalhighschool.org
703-933-4056
Recent Happenings on the Hill
"The Tempest" Goes out of this World
EHS Theater brought William Shakespeare’s "The Tempest" to life this fall in the Breeden Black Box Theater, reimagining the classic tale in a bold outer-space setting. The cast and crew collaborated to create an inventive production that blended Shakespeare’s language with cosmic design and imaginative performances.
Back to Back to Back to Back!
Episcopal captured the 17th Annual Seminary Hill Cup, securing a 5–4 victory over St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes and marking the School’s fourth consecutive overall win. Standout performances across JV soccer, cross country, field hockey, and volleyball highlighted a weekend of fierce competition, teamwork, and school pride.
Inaugural "EHS Ninth Grade Civics Day" Introduces Students to Alexandria and D.C.
Ninth-grade class experienced their first-ever "Civics Day" on October 1, visiting both Alexandria City Hall and the U.S. Supreme Court to bring their civics coursework to life. Students met with Mayor Alyia Gaskins to learn about local government, then traveled to the Supreme Court for a private courtroom session and Q&A with an Associate Justice. The day provided students with a unique opportunity to witness federalism in action by experiencing both local and national government firsthand.RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.
The Power of Memorials
Students in Jessie George’s Advanced Research Seminar: World War & European Society class explored how societies remember and memorialize war. After studying World War I and the Paris Peace Conference, they visited several D.C. war memorials to analyze how history and emotion are conveyed through design. Students are now applying their insights by creating their own WWI memorial concepts for the National Mall.
The Impact of Street Art
Students in Molly Pugh’s Protest Literature class explored graffiti and street art as forms of protest, studying D.C. artists and debates about graffiti’s cultural value before taking a guided tour with Jason Bowers of DCMurals to see murals and graffiti along the Metropolitan Branch Trail and in NoMa.
The Origins of Spanish
Students in Samuel Slack’s Spanish Language Through Culture class visited the Molina Family Latino Gallery at the National Museum of American History to explore the origins and global reach of Spanish. The trip encouraged reflection on how Spanish-speaking cultures have shaped and enriched the American story.
Middle East Studies Explores the Islamic Center
Advanced Global Studies: Middle East students visited the Islamic Center of Northern Virginia to witness Friday prayer with nearly 150 worshippers and meet with public outreach coordinator Ismael Laher, who discussed the five pillars of Islam, core values, and common misconceptions, bringing their classroom study of the region's religions and cultures to life.
Commits to Ambitious Goals: A Visit from Tim Hightower ’04
NFL veteran and Washington Commanders Senior Director of Alumni Relations Tim Hightower '04 returned to campus for McCain-Ravenel Day, challenging students to "dream big; it's worth it." Hightower shared his journey through success, injury, and faith, while 17 other alumni led breakout sessions discussing ambitious goals and career paths with students.
Commemorating 9/11
The community gathered at sunrise September 11 to raise the Freedom Flag. The Hoxton House bell tolled four times throughout the morning in remembrance.
From Page to Courtroom: Exploring “Twelve Angry Men”
Genre Studies students explored the real-world justice system at Alexandria City Courthouse after reading "Twelve Angry Men," meeting with judges, observing a live sentencing, and touring jury rooms and holding cells to transform their literary understanding into firsthand courtroom experience.
Discovering D.C.’s First People: Students Bring Nacotchtank History to Life
Advanced American Studies students visited Roosevelt Island to experience the ancestral lands of the Nacotchtank Indians firsthand, connecting their classroom research and monument designs to the physical spaces once inhabited by the indigenous people of the D.C. area.
Celebrating the Spring Athletics Season
Capping off the season with spirit and reflection, the Spring Athletics Banquet celebrated not only the accomplishments of Episcopal’s athletes, but also the deep sense of camaraderie and connection that comes from training, competing, and living alongside teammates.
Courtney Lewis '10
Courtney Lewis ’10 is transforming the way communities connect through food, using her nonprofit Err’body Eats to fight food insecurity, empower youth, and nourish change from the ground up.
Students Don Diplomatic Roles at Model UN
At the annual AmeriMUNC conference at American University, 15 Episcopal students embraced the challenge of diplomacy—engaging in high-level debate, navigating complex global issues, and building confidence and collaboration as part of a dynamic, student-led Model UN experience.
French Exchange Students Arrive on Campus
As part of Episcopal’s longstanding exchange with Stanislas in Paris, 12 French students spent several weeks immersed in life on the Holy Hill—exploring Washington landmarks, sharing in campus traditions, and forging lasting cross-cultural friendships that continued this summer when EHS students traveled to Paris for the second leg of the exchange.
Announcing the 2025-26 Student Leaders
As the school year comes to a close, Episcopal proudly celebrates the election of its 2025–26 student leaders, with Callaway Chapel erupting in cheers as Charles Fischer ’26 was named Head Monitor, pledging to uphold and exceed the School’s core values through his leadership.
Episcopal’s Spring Choral Concert Showcases Baroque Masterpieces
Episcopal’s Concert Choir joined forces with the National Chamber Players and guest soprano Erinn Sensenig for a moving Baroque performance that united students, faculty, and community in a shared celebration of music’s enduring power.
Student Artists Join World-Class Musicians on Stage
Each year, the J. Walker Symposium honors John Luther Walker Jr. ’54 through the power of live music—and this year’s collaboration between the National Chamber Players and Episcopal’s advanced arts students transformed the tradition into a breathtaking fusion of sound and visual storytelling that left a lasting impression on all who witnessed it.
Celebrating the Winter Athletics Season
Earlier this month, Episcopal’s varsity athletics teams gathered in Laird Dining Hall for the Winter Athletics Banquet to celebrate a season of hard work, growth, and community, highlighted by inspiring remarks from boys’ swimming MVP Mazen Ikuma Asad ’25 and a heartfelt tribute to Coach Steve Castle’s 33 years of leadership and success with the wrestling program; congratulations to all the award winners across sports for their dedication and achievements!
Students Dive Into EHS History and Archives
Tennis Captain Peter Howell was able to do something that has not been done in at least fifteen years. Playing at number one singles, he was undefeated for the entire season.
Announcing The Ed Rice Throwing Circles
Episcopal dedicates new track and field throwing circles to longtime coach Ed Rice, honoring his decades of leadership and impact.
EHS Theater Gets Creepy and Kooky
With humor, heart, and a whole lot of spooky charm, EHS Theater’s production of The Addams Family brought students together to create more than just a show — they built a family on and off the stage.
Rev. Danté Stewart Serves as 2025 Theologian-in-Residence
As the 2025 Theologian-in-Residence, Rev. Danté Stewart immersed himself in campus life, inspiring students with his presence, energy, and unwavering belief in showing up for young people.
Strengthening Community Partnerships
EHS, APD, and ACHS Join Forces in Creating Satellite Office.
Poet Hilary King Visits Students
Poet Hilary King visited campus on January 31 to read from her new collection, Stitched On Me, and speak with students about her writing and career.
Sounding the ‘Trumpet of Conscience:’ Episcopal Honors Martin Luther King Jr. in Ninth Symposium
Head of School Charley Stillwell joins students in preparing meal packages during MLK Day of Service.
Students Explore Aerospace at YPSE
Rocky Jiang ’27 presented at the YPSE Aerospace Conference in November.
Junior Coever Dixon Separates Fact from Fiction
Junior Coever Dixon ’26 empowered freshmen with tools to navigate misinformation during her “News Smarts” presentation, sharing research tips and resources to help them become thoughtful, digitally literate citizens.
Capping Off an Impressive Fall Athletics Season
From a championship title in boys’ soccer to top league finishes across the board, the fall athletics banquet celebrated a season defined by success, resilience, and community spirit—capping off an unforgettable chapter for Episcopal’s fall teams.
Planning for Election Day & Inauguration
Episcopal continues its long tradition of civic engagement with thoughtful, nonpartisan programming around the 2024 Presidential election and upcoming inauguration, offering students opportunities for learning, respectful dialogue, and direct participation in the democratic process.

