What are they talking about?

List of 10 items.

• L

  Laird Acres
  The 32 acres of undeveloped woodland behind the Hummel Bowl. Laird Acres was given to Episcopal High School in the early 1920’s by W. W. Laird, class 1896.
  
  Learning Specialists
  The Learning Specialists at Episcopal High School support students academically. They work directly with students to: organize their materials, prioritize their assignments, find student or professional tutors, and/or apply for accommodations on standardized tests. Students are referred to the specialists by their parents, teachers, and advisors.
  
  Leave, Day or Overnight
  Daytime and overnight leaves are now done through Orah and must be approved by the deans' office.
  
  Levels
  Refers to the restriction a student could have, including is a Friday night or weekend restriction, work hours, or more.
  

• M

  Mass Meeting
  Campus-wide pep rally in support of EHS athletic teams and events. Mass Meetings are called spontaneously by the Cheerleaders and other senior leaders.

  
  McCain-Ravenel Center
  Formally, McCain-Ravenel Center for Intellectual and Moral Courage. It coordinates and supports signature initiatives at Episcopal, including the Washington Program, Global Programs, Leadership and Ethics, Outdoor Leadership, and Service and Civic Engagement.
  
  McGuire Dormitory
  A boys’ dormitory in Henderson Hall.
  
  Monitor System
  On the basis of student and faculty nominations and an application process, the Head of School appoints a number of seniors to be Monitors of the School, the group then nominates one to be the Head Monitor and two or more to be Senior Monitors. These students are expected to lead the rest of the student body “by precept and example,” and are also expected to help the faculty uphold school rules. To be appointed a Monitor is a mark of respect by the community, and the manner in which the Monitors carry out their dormitory and school-wide responsibilities impact the tone of the School.

• N

  National Chamber Players
  The National Chamber Players have been the resident chamber ensemble at Episcopal High School since 2004. Made up of members of the National Symphony Orchestra and other prominent artists from the Washington, D.C. area and around the nation, the National Chamber Players perform four concerts a year in Pendleton Hall, in the Ainslie Arts Center.
  
  Nighttime Academic Study Hall (NASH)
  The Academic Review Committee may assign students experiencing academic difficulty to NASH during the evening study period. Students in academic difficulty may not attend plays, concerts, or other activities during NASH unless that activity is required for a given class.

• O

  On Dorm
  A term that refers to being within the physical dorm – “I spent the weekend on dorm.”
  
  

  Orah
  The platform the school uses to track students’ location, on-campus and off.

• P

  Patrick Henry Callaway Chapel
  The entire School community meets in Callaway Chapel three times a week. On Fridays, service is led by students and often features musical performances and student reflections.
  
  Pendleton Hall
  Adjacent to the Ainslie Arts Center, Pendleton Hall features a state-of-the-art auditorium with more than 500 seats.
  
  Penick Hall
  Home of the Admissions Office, Alumni and Parent Programs Office, Advancement Office, and Communications Office, Penick Hall is often a prospective student’s first stop on campus to meet with admissions officers and embark on a tour of campus.
  
  Perimeter
  A common jogging route around the outside of campus (i.e. “I’m going to run a perimeter this afternoon.”)
  
  Power Down
  The time of the evening that students are encouraged to turn off all lights, power down electronics, and go to bed. This ensures students receive the proper amount of sleep and are budgeting their time to complete all homework assignments. Lights out times are determined by grade level.
  
  Prefect
  The Prefects are a small group of juniors chosen to providing strong dorm-based engagement and mentorship. Prefects are ready to do the difficult work of helping our new students adjust to life at boarding school, as well as build strong dorm communities in Anderson and Hummel dorms.

• R

  Robertson Hall
  Robertson houses Anderson and Harrison Dormitories.
  
  Roll Call
  Every gift to the Roll Call, Episcopal’s annual fund, makes an impact on the lives of EHS students. Through annual giving, alumni, parents, and friends of the School honor their experience with EHS and enhance students’ high-quality boarding school experiences.
  

• S

  SAT
  Student Assistance Team extends aid to students in need of special support. A full definition can be found in the Student Handbook.
  
  School Store
  The EHS School Store sells School apparel, gifts, school supplies, and snacks. It is located in the bottom level of Stewart Student Center.
  
  School Year Abroad
  Through Episcopal's membership in School Year Abroad (SYA), qualified juniors and seniors take part in yearlong study abroad programs in China, France, Italy, Spain, Vietnam, and Japan.
  
  Scoir
  Scoir is a comprehensive website that Episcopal students and their parents can use as a resource in the college planning, selection, and application process. The college counselors use Scoir to track and analyze data about college and career plans, providing up-to-date information that's specific to Episcopal High School.
  
  Seated Lunch/Dinner
  Seated meals occur during the academic week. During advisory meals, students sit with their faculty advisor and the rest of their advisory group. During rotation meals, students are randomly assigned to tables with a faculty member and several other students. Seated Dinner is on Wednesday nights and commonly referred to as "seated."
  
  Seminary Hill Cup
  Founded in 2008, the Seminary Hill Cup (SHC) is an annual match-up between rivals EHS and St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes girls’ athletics, with athletes on the varsity and junior varsity teams competing to claim the title of the cup.
  
  Senior Externship
  The Senior Externship offers EHS seniors the opportunity to broaden their educational experience through participation in work or service projects in the Washington, D.C., area. They are encouraged to avail themselves of the numerous opportunities for independent study the Nation's Capital offers – service organizations, legislative offices on Capitol Hill, law firms corporations, research labs, small businesses, hospitals, etc. – or to put together a focused independent study project here on campus. This takes place during the month of May.
  
  Senior Parent Gift
  Since 1996, the parents of the senior class have generously funded a special Roll Call gift to EHS in honor of their children.
  
  Senior Parent Roll Call Committee
  A group of parents volunteer from the senior class that spearhead the Senior Parent and Grandparent Roll Call Gift.
  
  Service Council
  The Service Council hosts fundraisers and arranges volunteer opportunities at local elementary schools, day care centers, Head Start programs, homeless shelters, food banks, and environmental sites.
  
  Spectrum
  Spectrum consists of passionate student volunteers that not only educate, but explore different perspectives in order to broaden the EHS community’s horizon. The group strives to acknowledge and celebrate uniqueness, a powerful tool that brings outside perspectives into our own community. By embracing these points of views, differences strengthen and enrich Episcopal. The group values the radiance of each individual’s unique qualities that collectively shine as one beautiful spectrum.
  
  Spirit of The High School Dinner
  A dinner held on the Friday night before The Game. It is a celebratory dinner that alumni, parents, and faculty are invited to attend. Students have a separate dinner and dance and are not permitted to take leaves to go off campus. 
  
  Spirit Weekend
  Spirit Weekend is centered around The Game. One of the longest continuous high school rivalries, The Game has been played since 1900. Spirit Weekend events include The Spirit of The High School Dinner, the Maroon and Black Ball, as well as tailgating before and after The Game on Saturday. Students are not permitted to take leaves to go off campus. .
  
  Stewart Student Center
  Stewart Student Center is the space formerly known as Stewart Gym, which was constructed in 1913 at the conclusion of Headmaster Launcelot Blackford’s tenure. It served as the first athletic facility on campus and was renovated and reopened in 2016 as a student center. Stewart also houses the School Store and post office.
  
  Student Vestry
  A group of students selected by the school chaplains and other Vestry members who provide spiritual leadership for the student body and assist with the Chapel Program.
  
  Summer Study Abroad
  EHS sponsors summer language and cultural programs (lasting about four weeks) that take students to France, Spain, and Austria. The programs include homestays with local families, classroom study, and visits to historical and cultural sites. To qualify, students must have completed the 9th grade and at least two years of foreign language study in German, French, or Spanish.
  
  Supervised and Unsupervised Study
  During the academic day and in the evening from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m., specific time has been set aside for students to study. The evening period of study is certainly the most important and one which the School makes every attempt to protect and preserve from distraction or incursion. Students’ rooms are their primary place of study. Supervised study halls are available during the day and evening for those who require it.

• T

  The Center
  See "Bradlee Center" entry.
  
  The Chronicle
  The EHS student newspaper.
  
  The Game
  The oldest continuous high school football rivalry in the South, The Game is an annual football game between Episcopal High School and Woodberry Forest School. Since the first match up in 1900, The Game has become one of the most important events throughout the school year for students and alumni.
  
  The Pledge
  All academic work at Episcopal is automatically pledged, whether an actual written pledge is given or signed. When used, the written Pledge is: “I hereby certify upon my honor that I have neither given nor received assistance on this examination, nor am I aware of any breach of the Honor Code.”
  

• V

  Valedictory
  Held the Friday evening before Commencement, awards are presented for student academic and athletic achievements at this School-wide ceremony.
  
  Vespers
  An evening chapel service that is held on approximately once a month.

• W

  The Washington Program
  The Washington Program provides the opportunity to use the resources of the Washington, D.C., region. The ninth grade and tenth grade World History courses introduce the student to the structured use of Washington resources. There are class-oriented academic tours on Wednesdays that generally involve about half of the students in the School. These tours include theater and concert trips for English, theater, and music classes. In addition, there are many voluntary outings referred to as cultural connections. For seniors in good academic standing, the culmination of this program comes with participation in the senior externship.
  
  Whispers
  The School's Yearbook.
  
  Work Hours
  Work hours are a form of consequence and are generally held from 8-10 a.m. on Saturdays.
  
  

  • The Washington Program

    The Washington Program provides the opportunity to use the resources of the capital area. The ninth grade and tenth grade World History courses introduce the student to the structured use of Washington resources. There are class-oriented academic tours on Wednesdays that generally involve about half of the students in the School. These tours include theater and concert trips for English, theater, and music classes. In addition, there are many voluntary outings referred to as cultural connections. For seniors in good academic standing, the culmination of this program comes with participation in the Senior Seminar.

  • Valedictory

    Held the Friday night before Commencement, awards are presented for student academic and athletic achievements at this School-wide ceremony.

  • Vespers

    A nighttime chapel service that is held on a Monday approximately once a month.

  • Whispers

    The EHS School Yearbook.

  • Work Hours

    One of the main forms of consequence. Work hours are held Saturdays and Sundays from 9-11 a.m.

  • Wrestling Cage

    Wrestling practices and meets are held in “The Cage.”