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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

Episcopal uses LocalLive to broadcast numerous events — games, performances, chapels, and more — throughout the year,
and you can stream them live or on demand by registering for free!

Maroon Athletics Schedules Maroon Teams EHS Sideline Spirit Store - Athletic Wear Stream EHS Sports, Chapel Services, & Other Events

 

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.



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

Thu, 02 Oct 2025

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.

Thu, 02 Oct 2025

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.

Wed, 24 Sep 2025

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.

Mon, 15 Sep 2025

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.

Thu, 11 Sep 2025

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.

Fri, 30 May 2025

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.

Fri, 30 May 2025

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.

Tue, 29 Apr 2025

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.

Tue, 29 Apr 2025

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.

Tue, 29 Apr 2025

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.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025

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.

Fri, 28 Mar 2025

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.

Tue, 25 Mar 2025

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!

Sun, 02 Mar 2025

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.

Tue, 25 Feb 2025

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.

Mon, 24 Feb 2025

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.

Mon, 10 Feb 2025

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.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025

Strengthening Community Partnerships

EHS, APD, and ACHS Join Forces in Creating Satellite Office.

Fri, 31 Jan 2025

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.

Thu, 23 Jan 2025

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.

Mon, 13 Jan 2025

Students Explore Aerospace at YPSE

Rocky Jiang ’27 presented at the YPSE Aerospace Conference in November.

 

Mon, 25 Nov 2024

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.

Mon, 25 Nov 2024

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.

Fri, 01 Nov 2024

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.

Sat, 19 Oct 2024

Schuyler Williams '00 Inspires Athletes at SHC Dinner

EHS alum and former multi-sport athlete Schuyler Williams ’00 inspired Episcopal’s female athletes with a powerful speech on the significance of women in sports today, setting the tone for the girls’ teams as they showcased teamwork, growth, and unity to secure a back-to-back Seminary Hill Cup victory.

Mon, 30 Sep 2024

Collaborating with Empathy and Respect Homer A. Jacobs '83 McCain-Ravenel Days

In September, EHS welcomed Denise Grace Gitsham and Lara Schwartz.

Fri, 27 Sep 2024

Perris Jones ’17 Shares Leadership Lessons at Fall Captains' Dinner

Perris Jones ’17 inspired Episcopal student-athletes with powerful leadership lessons drawn from his journey of resilience, service, and overcoming adversity on and off the football field.

Mon, 09 Sep 2024

“Be as Curious as You Can”: Head of School Charley Stillwell’s Opening Chapel Talk

Head of School Charley Stillwell opened the 2024–25 school year at Vespers with a Chapel Talk on curiosity, encouraging the Episcopal community to embrace one another’s stories beyond “us” and “them” divisions—highlighting how curiosity fosters understanding, unlikely friendships, and deeper relationships that enrich both individuals and the School community.

Tue, 11 Jun 2024

Charles “Chuck” Baldecchi ’89

Chuck Baldecchi ’89 didn’t set out to become a teacher, but he now leads one of the top independent schools in North Carolina, fueled by the mentorship he found on the Hill.
 

Thu, 30 May 2024

Former Teammates Reunite on Stage for Civil Dialogue

During the final 2024 McCain-Ravenel Day, alumni Alix Dejean ’00 and Davis White ’99 returned to Episcopal to model civil discourse and reflect on how their shared experiences at EHS—and across political divides—shaped their commitment to integrity and public service.


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