News that Stands Out
THE KNIGHT TIMES Official Student Newspaper of Episcopal High School
March 2024
4650 Bissonnet, Bellaire, Texas 77401
Celebration welcomes new Knights
www.ehshouston.org
Volume 39, Issue 8
EHS spring sports look to continue historic SPC Teamwork and dedication have been the focus during unforgettable year
ANYA PANT Opinions Editor The annual Knight Celebration was held on Wednesday, March 20, from 6:30-8:30 pm in venues across the Episcopal High School campus. The event honors admitted eighth graders and their families and provides them the opportunity to revisit the facilities and meet with faculty and administration. In addition, the event gave students a chance to celebrate their acceptance and begin new relationships with their peers. After an introductory welcome in the Underwood Theatre from Head of School Ned Smith and Admission Director Carol Wasden, including testimonies from senior speakers regarding their personal EHS experiences, incoming students and their families had the choice of exploring the USC, Hildebrand Athletic Center, or the Trotter hallways. In the Underwood Student Center, arts coordinators informed the incoming class of the vast choices of arts classes available to them. This included Music, Dance, Theatre, Media Arts, Studio Arts, and Publications. There was also a wide variety of food provided by staff and live presentations from numerous parts of the art department. In the Hildebrand Athletic Center, each sports program had a coach and current players available to answer questions about participating on an Episcopal sports team. Last, in Trotter, students could find academic chairs in multiple classrooms where students could learn about the academic courses offered to freshmen and the curricular journeys they may wish to take in their four years.
The varsity boys lacrosse team celebrates a victory against Second Baptist School and are excited about what lies ahead for the program. Photo by Emma Freeman. JULIA SHERMAN Production Editor
“Following memorable fall and winter seasons in which EHS athletic programs captured an unprecedented number of SPC titles, the spring sports programs look to continue the run. Baseball, softball, girls and boys lacrosse, golf, tennis, and track & field have all prepared for the season and expect to add more hardware to the trophy cases.” Learn more about Spring Sports on Page 7
Arts trips allow students to explore their interests CAMPBELL RICHARDSON Copy Editor
INSIDE Check out new Knights news The Radish is finally here :)
PAGE 4-5 Take a look at EHS spring sports Numerous sports take a strong position in SPC
PAGE 6 Features ........................... 2-3 The Radish ...................... 4-5 Opinions........................... 6 Sports............................... 7 Knight Shift ..................... 8
Following Spring Break, students from many arts programs had the opportunity to travel with their fellow classmates and explore their respective arts. Spring Arts Trips left on Thursday, March 21, and returned Sunday, leaving three days to take full advantage of their visit. The band and orchestra members travelled to Dallas to perform at the prestigious Meyerson Hall, the home of the Dallas Symphony. The performance was in front of members of the Dallas Symphony. Additionally, students attended a symphony concert featuring Amos Lee and witness their wonderful talent and work. Speaking of the importance of this experience, Mr. Joe Beam, Music Program Coordinator, said, “The comradery and friendships that grow during one of these trips are some of the most critical aspects of the trip, besides our performance and getting to experience the fantastic hall.” Along the way the group also had the fun chance to enjoy a few extra activities, like Six Flags and Medieval Times. Those in the photography program had an adventure in Fredericksburg, Texas. From Thursday to Saturday, they hiked scenic sites from the trails of Enchanted Rock and others in the Texas Hill Country. Led by Media Arts teachers Mrs. Kate Philbrick and Mr. Japheth Storlie, photography and photojournalism students experimented
with more advanced techniques such as time lapses and long exposure to capture the starry night sky over the countryside. More historic sites were also visited, including the Lyndon B. Johnson Historical Park and Main Street in downtown. With the bulk of the performing season done for EHS Onstage, with the exception of upcoming student-directed one acts, students traveled to New Orleans for a unique theatrical experience. They spent three days touring the French Quarter and took a steamboat cruise through the city. Theaterrelated activities included two masterclass acting workshops for students to hone their skills. The group also got to see live mu-
sicals, The Carol King Musical and Jesus Christ Superstar. Episcopal Dance similarly explored the performance world, taking a trip to New York City. Advanced, Repertory, and IMPACT Dance ensembles toured Broadway and attended two shows, Spamalot and Chicago. Dance workshops were held to take advantage of the wonderful talent in the city. The tour was chaperoned by Ms. Karen Pfeifer, Ms. Lexi Blake, Mrs. Mary Catherine Jackson-Holliday, and Ms. Lauren Cunningham. Of course, they did not miss the chance to see other notable sites in the city, such as Radio City Music Hall and the Metropolitan Museum.
The band and orchestra members took a trip to Dallas, Texas, to see the Dallas Symphony perform at Meyerson Hall. Photo courtesy of Mr. Joe Beam.