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Welcome to Episcopal Collegiate's weekly enews, where you will find campus news and announcements. Please select and expand the appropriate section below for your division news!
May 16, 2025
All School News
Class Day Ceremony & Baccalaureate Update
Each spring, we strive to minimize conflicts between the School’s culminating celebrations and the schedules for AP exams and postseason athletics. While most events can be planned well in advance, the timing of state tournaments, set by the Arkansas Athletics Association (AAA), is outside of our control. Even so, we remain committed to ensuring that as many students as possible have the opportunity to participate fully in these important traditions.
Due to projected postseason conflicts involving our boys and girls varsity soccer teams, we will make the following adjustments:
- Class Day will now be held on Friday, May 16, at 8:30 a.m. in the Championship Gym. This will be a combined Class Day ceremony for Middle and Upper Schools.
- Baccalaureate will now take place on Friday, May 16, at 6:30 p.m. at Trinity Cathedral.
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to honor our seniors in the most inclusive and meaningful way possible.
Lower School
A Note from Mrs. Schuhmacher
Next week is a big one! We’re kicking things off with our 5th Grade Recognition on Tuesday, followed by Field Day on Wednesday—two exciting events to close out an incredible year.
We’re still looking for a few more parent volunteers to help make Field Day a success. If you’re available, please check out the info below and sign up!
As we head into the final week, I want to thank you for your partnership and support this year. It’s been amazing to watch our students grow—academically, socially, and emotionally. They’ve worked hard, faced challenges head-on, and made memories that will last a long time. I hope everyone enjoys their well-deserved summer break!
Have a wonderful weekend! And, see you next week!
Sincerely,
Catherine Schuhmacher
Head of Lower School
Attention 5th Grade Parents!
Our 5th Grade Recognition Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, May 20 at 1:30pm in the gym. Students should wear Dress Uniform for this ceremony. Following the ceremony, 4th grade parents will host a brief reception in the cafeteria. We hope to see you at this special event when we celebrate our 5th grade students!
Field Day is Wednesday, May 21!
It’s one of the most exciting days of the year, and we can't wait to celebrate with our students!
Important Reminders for Parents:
- Please apply sunscreen at home before school.
- Send your child with a towel or a change of clothes—they’ll be going down the slip-n-slide!
- Parents are welcome to join their child’s class out on the field during Field Day activities.
Grade-Level Field Day Times:
- PreK 3 – 1st Grade: 8:15–9:30 AM
- 2nd – 5th Grade: 9:45–11:45 AM
We Need Your Help!
Field Day can’t happen without our amazing volunteers. If you’re available, please consider signing up for a volunteer shift here. We ask that volunteers don’t bring siblings since we want to make sure volunteers are supervising our students throughout each activity.
Let’s make this the best Field Day yet!
Chapel News
In Godly Play this week, we talked about our last story of the year - The Mystery of Pentecost.
Next week in Godly Play, we’ll finish Godly Play classes with some reflection on this year’s stories.
In PreK and Kindergarten chapels, we talked about Pentecost. In Community chapel we had our final Holy Eucharist of the school year.
What a wonderful year of learning, growing and wondering in Godly Play and chapels!
Grace & Peace,
Michelle Moore
Interim Lower School Chaplain
Pride Patrol - May 19-21
Pride Patrol is a leadership opportunity for our 4th and 5th grade students. These students should arrive by 7:30 am, help open car doors, welcome students, and walk our youngest Wildcats to their classrooms. Pride Patrol student leaders next week include:
- Annie Smith
- Kennedy Smith
- Townley Steadman
- Bradley Suffridge
- Thomas Utter
- Aaron Virani
End of Year Medication Pickup
Parents,
Please remember to pick up your child’s medication from the health room before noon on May 21st. Inhalers, Epi Pens, and medications will be destroyed if not picked up by noon. Nurse Rawn will be out at Field Day with a cart, so look for her if you have not picked up your meds prior to Field Day.
Thanks
Nurse Rawn
Summer at the E - Make This Summer One to Remember!
From hands-on enrichment camps to full-day summer fun, we’ve got something for every child to enjoy. Let your student discover new interests, build friendships, and create lasting memories—right here on campus! Check out all the exciting opportunities we have lined up this summer!
Looking Ahead
- May 20 | 5th Grade Recognition, 1:30pm
- May 21 | Field Day, LS Dismissal Early Dismissal, Carpool will begin at 11:30 and end at 12pm
Quick Links
Middle School
A Note from Dr. McCormick
Dear Middle School Families,
This week we cleaned out lockers, did some final, in-class semester exam preparation, and took our English semester exams. Tomorrow, Friday, is a Dress Uniform day and we will be conferring awards on our students in the various grades, 6-12, at MS/US Class Day. Students may depart after Class Day or they may visit with a teacher or teachers for extra help or to do exam prep following the Class Day program until 12 noon, when teachers are free to depart for the weekend. Yesterday during Chapel, we gave our eighth grade students their certificates of completion of eighth grade, and we were treated to words of inspiration from eighth grader Leighton Sloan Leath and physical science teacher and coach, Dr. Hayden Dunn.
On behalf of the middle school faculty and staff, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our families for sharing their children with us this academic year!
Have a nice summer.
Chuck McCormick
8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony
Photos are linked here from Episcopal Collegiate's 8th Grade Moving Up ceremony.
Semester Exam Schedule - Spring 2025
Monday, May 19th
- MS Advisory | 8:00 - 8:30
- Science | 8:30 – 10:30
- US Advisory/MS Advisory | 10:30 - 11:30
- Lunch | 11:30 - 12:30
- World Languages | 12:30 - 2:30
Tuesday, May 20th
- MS Advisory | 8:00 - 8:30
- History and Social Sciences | 8:30 – 10:30
- Conflicts | TBD
Wednesday, May 21st
- MS Advisory | 8:00 - 8:30
- Math | 8:30 – 10:30
- Conflicts | TBD
Babysitter's Club (Rising 6th-12th Grade)
Considering a job in babysitting? Make excellent money and become a valuable commodity. Here are some of the things you will do:
- Write up a resume
- Learn how to properly prepare foods
- Learn entertaining and interactive games to play
- Diapering and diaper rash
- Caring for their basic needs
- Know what to do in case of emergency
Summer at the E is offering an in-person class for you to earn your Babysitting Certification along with CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications taught by Nurses Whitney Rawn and Lenna Hopkins. June 2 and June 4, 2025: 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, rising 6th-12th Grade. Sign up today!
Upper School
A Note from Dr. Graham
In this final weekend of the school year, we celebrate our incredible students, starting with the Class of 2025, which will be recognized at this morning’s Class Day ceremony. Whether or not students receive awards at Class Day, the ceremony celebrates the hard work and accomplishments of all Upper and Middle School students. Tonight, our seniors participate in their Baccalaureate at 6:30 pm at Trinity Cathedral, and tomorrow morning at 9:30 am in the Championship Gym, the Class of 2025 graduates. Thank you to all of you for making these events special.
Looking ahead to next week…
9th, 10th, and 11th graders will take end-of-semester exams on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Wednesday, May 21st is the last day of school for our students, and final grades will be posted and viewable in Veracross on Wednesday, May 28th.
My teammates and I are proud of your children, and we thank you for the opportunity to teach, coach, and mentor them.
See you soon,
Kellen
Updates, Reminders, and Action Items
AP Exam Schedule
[*AM = 8:00-12:00 | PM = 12:00-4:00]
Spring Semester Exam Schedule
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Mon, 5/19 |
Science Exams (8:30-10:30 AM) World Language Exams (12:30-2:30 PM) *Students who have a science and world language exam are required to stay on campus between exams. Lunch will be served in the dining hall between exams. |
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Tue, 5/20 |
History & Social Sciences Exams (8:30-10:30 AM) |
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Wed, 5/21 |
Math Exams (8:30-10:30 AM) |
Senior College T-Shirt Photo
Seniors, please send your individual college t-shirt photo to photos@episcopalcollegiate.org. If you don't have a preferred photo, email us to schedule a time to take one on campus.
Spring Exam Prep Guide
Check out this helpful resource that guides our students through the exam review process. It was created by Learning Specialist Ms. Paige London and Director of Student Support Services Ms. Catherine Radtke.
Last Day of School - Wednesday, May 21
Wednesday, May 21, is the last day of school for students. Students will be dismissed for the summer (!!) after their final exams end at 10:30 am.
End-of-Year Grades Viewable on Veracross - Wednesday, May 28
End-of-year grades will be viewable (and printable) in Veracross on Wednesday, May 23.
Junior College Counseling Meetings & Surveys
Juniors - if you and your parents would like to hold a year-end meeting with your college counselor to discuss your college list, continued standardized testing, summer plans, or college tours, please make an appointment soon with your college counselor.
Also, please help your college counselor and teachers write those valuable letters of recommendation by giving them some additional information in the Student and Parents Surveys in Scoir.
Common App Workshop
The Common App Workshop will be held on Thursday, May 22, in US 215. Rising Seniors can choose between attending Thursday, May 22, from 9:00-11:30 am or 1:00-3:30 pm to begin their Common App. This is an optional workshop but highly recommended for those students applying to more than one college taking the Common App. Please see your college counselor with questions.
Algebra I Refresher Course
Get ready to take on Algebra II with confidence! The Algebra I Refresher Course is a focused and engaging summer workshop designed for rising 10th graders who want to strengthen their foundation in Algebra I and get a head start on key Algebra II concepts.
This course will review the essential skills from Algebra I that are critical for success in Algebra II, while also introducing select topics from the upcoming curriculum to ease the transition and boost confidence.
Topics may include:
- Solving linear equations and inequalities
- Graphing linear and quadratic functions
- Using substitution and the method of elimination
- Factoring expressions and solving quadratic equations
- Exploring introductory Algebra II concepts
Students will engage in meaningful practice, collaborative problem-solving, and targeted review. The pace and content will be adapted to meet the needs of the group, allowing for personalized support and extension opportunities.
Whether you’re brushing up on the basics or looking to push ahead, the Algebra I Refresher Course will help you feel prepared, capable, and ready to succeed in Algebra II.
Workshop meets:
- 07/28/2025 - 08/7/2025 Monday - Thursday 10:00 AM - Noon
- *This course will not meet on Fridays
- Instructor: Heather Benton
- Student Fee: $200
- Upper School Room 107
- Register Here
Babysitter's Club (Rising 6th-12th Grade)
Considering a job in babysitting? Make excellent money and become a valuable commodity. Here are some of the things you will do:
- Write up a resume
- Learn how to properly prepare foods
- Learn entertaining and interactive games to play
- Diapering and diaper rash
- Caring for their basic needs
- Know what to do in case of emergency
Summer at the E is offering an in-person class for you to earn your Babysitting Certification along with CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications taught by Nurses Whitney Rawn and Lenna Hopkins. June 2 and June 4, 2025: 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, rising 6th-12th Grade. Sign up today!
Coming up Next Week
Baccalaureate
Baccalaureate will be held on Friday, May 16, at 6:30pm at Trinity Cathedral. Seniors are required to attend this event in dress uniform, and family and friends of the Class of ‘25 are warmly welcomed to attend.
Commencement
Commencement for the Class of 2025 will take place in the Championship Gym at 9:30 am on Saturday, May 17. All Episcopal families and special friends are invited to attend.
Chapel Schedule
- Mon, 5/12 - Moving Up Ceremony
- Tue, 5/13 - Rising Senior (Class of ‘26) Blazer Ceremony
Athletics Schedule
Athletics Schedule - Let’s go, Wildcats!
Service Opportunities
We will share new service opportunities for our students as they come to us.
Beyond Next Week (Mark Your Calendars)
- Mon, 5/19 - Science & World Language Exams (Grades 9-11)
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Tue, 5/20 - History Exams (Grades 9-11)
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Wed, 5/21 - Math Exams (Grades 9-11)
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Wed, 5/21 - Last Day of School for Students
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Thur, 5/22 - College Common Application Writing Workshop (for Class of ‘26)
Athletics
Summer Rowing Camps
Join us for our 2025 Summer Rowing Camps! Open to beginners and intermediate rowers, camps run Monday–Thursday mornings near the Two Rivers Bridge beginning in June. Spots are limited to 10 per camp and fill fast! To sign up, contact Coach Ted Riedeburg at rowcoachjax@gmail.com or text 904-553-7557. More information at this link.
Episcopal Wildcats Hudl Page
Wildcat Athletics has moved live streaming to the Episcopal Collegiate Hudl Fan Page. This page includes a live stream of events as well as highlights, team schedules, and rosters.
Please note, we will no longer be using the Episcopal Athletics Youtube Page.
The Hudl Fan App is supported by Roku TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and Android TV.
Go, Wildcats!