Episcopal High School
1200 North Quaker Lane, Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 933-3000
Guided by its founding principles of honor, academic distinction, spiritual growth, and community. Episcopal High School prepares young people with the intellectual and moral courage to pursue lives of ethical leadership and service as citizens of an increasingly connected world.
Episcopal High School harnesses the power of a 100% residential community and the resources of Washington, D.C., to create an unparalleled boarding school experience. Our mission to prepare young people with the intellectual and moral courage to pursue lives of ethical leadership and service is at the heart of everything we do — from the classroom to the athletics fields to the arts department.
FAST FACTS
Head of School:
Charles M. Stillwell
Director of Admissions:
Scott Conklin
Gender:
Co-ed
Religious Affiliation:
Episcopal
Total Enrollment:
464
Percent Boarders:
100%
Percent International:
17%
Application Platorm(s):
Gateway and SAO
Testing Plan:
Required
Curriculum
Our 150+ course curriculum provides an outstanding liberal arts and sciences preparation. In small classes, we gather to conquer questions and dissect potential solutions. We engage in close conversations where anyone's idea can be voiced and everyone’s voice will be heard. We explore a wide curriculum that evolves and adapts as the world shifts. The academic day is structured to allow ample time for electives and study periods. Students must earn at least 23 credits in four years to graduate, including credits for afternoon programs. EHS also offers more than 70 Honors and Advanced courses.
Programming
Programs such as pep rallies, bon fires, special olympics, and dances are fun activities for students beyond the classroom.
Activity/Sports Requirements
Afternoon Activities Program is designed to provide each student with a quality, structured experience that, through athletic and/or artistic pursuit, imbues values such as teamwork, sportsmanship, creativity, and competition, while encouraging students to develop and pursue special interests and talents. All students participate in a sport or school-sponsored activity during each afternoon throughout the school year.
Dress Code
Episcopal has a dress code. At all times, students are expected to dress in a manner that is neat and respectful. All hair must also be neat and clean. All clothing must be clean and in good repair. During the academic day, students are asked to dress in academic attire, a
manner that communicates a clear sense of purpose, a respect for the process of learning, and elevates the importance of the academic day. Clothing considered appropriate for the academic day is both professional and functional. This means business casual clothing.
Seated Meals
Seated meals occur twice each academic week. At “advisory” meals, students sit with their faculty advisor and the rest of their advisory group.
Study Hall
Ninth graders also experience a structured study hall approach focused on study skills and forming connections. All are paired with advisors who are 9th grade specialists, trained in helping students from a variety of backgrounds acclimate to a challenging academic environment.
Saturday Programming
Weekend off-campus activities may include trips to the Kennedy Center, the National Theatre, the Smithsonian, National Zoo, Georgetown shopping district, Washington Nationals and Capitals games, Pentagon City and Tysons Corner shopping malls, Kings Dominion amusement park, area international markets, movies, restaurants, outdoor activities, and excursions such as skiing and ice skating. Staying on campus is never boring either, with athletic games, fire pits and s’mores, game and movie nights, and activities hosted by student clubs — there is always something fun happening on campus.
Residential Life
Each of the 10 dorms —five boys and five girls — becomes a welcoming home filled with late-night chats, birthdays, spontaneous snacks, and a close sense of community. Here, students grow alongside friends and faculty mentors, learning responsibility and respect for one another while sharing a vibrant and supportive space. Dorms are a place to celebrate, support one another, and create memories that last a lifetime. Led by a dorm head with a resident faculty member on every floor, each dormitory is a community where students support and champion one another — from helping to carry a new student's luggage on the first day to attending dorm-mates' debuts in plays or athletic games.