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Gong Squad announces new members for the school year

JULIA SHERMAN

Staff Writer

This 2022 football season, the Episcopal Gong Squad is back with more school spirit than ever. The senior boys went through a competitive process of voting, nominating, and interviews. Candidates were asked about school spirit, leadership, and their vision. Elected by many faculty members, the four new boys on this year’s gong squad are Nash Chickering, Lane Robinson, James Carter, and Will Jones. These seniors are prepared and ready to help lead the student section. The boys are excited to lead the students in school spirit and cheer on our varsity football team. The first varsity football game theme was disco, and the members came dressed out and encouraged students to join in. The group have many themes planned, and more eventful games to come. At our second home game against Second Baptist School, the Go Gold/ Superhero-themed game, the boys did a great job leading the student section and pumping up the football players. James Carter said, “I’m super excited for the upcoming seasons and all the games. I remember in the past that everyone dressed up to the theme and showed up to the games, and I look forward to it. Hopefully everyone comes out, supports our teams and dresses up to all our themes. I can’t wait to get the student section pumped up. Go Knights.” These boys are ready to set an example for our school and especially ready to welcome the freshmen as they navigate their own EHS school spirit.

Students dressed up at the football game against Parish Episcopal, following the theme Neon/Throwback. Photo by Libby Davis.

Episcopal introduces the study support program

JAYLNN WOOLEY

Production Editor

This school year, Mrs. Kate Hall introduced the Study Support Program to the EHS community on September 12. In the program, a few juniors and seniors, nominated by their teachers for their academic excellence, are available to the students of EHS for academic assistance in the areas of english, science, and math. Mrs. Hall would soon like to branch out into subjects of world languages and history as well. These tutors have been training since the beginning of school and are now available in the library during 5A and 5B lunch as well as after school during tutorials to help students with their homework and provide any sort of assistance they might need. This new project is aimed mostly at providing students with access to peer tutors, making study help much more accessibe and less intimidating than it can sometimes be with new teachers. Caroline Nelson, a tutor in the Study Support Program, says she is “especially excited to be a resource for the students and to be a part of the program,” and she cannot wait to see it take off. Lily O’Gorman, another peer tutor, says “student support is a great addition to EHS and will definitely make a positive difference in student life”. Mrs. Kate Hall notes that “Underwood library is working with Academic Assistance Office to provide study support during lunches and after school. Anyone can come and get support. We are excited about this leadership opportunity for our EHS students.”

Merritt Lippincott and Gong Squad member James Carter dress up for the superhero-themed game. Photo by Eleanora Mitchell.

Student Spotlight: Fayez Sarofim manages clothing company

JULIA SHERMAN

Staff Writer

Have you been interested in investing in vintage wear? If so, junior Fayez Sarofim is the person to go to. Fayez started his vintage company for all types of buyers and those who are interested. Fye Vintage was started in 2021 and has skyrocketed since. Fye Vintage is based in Houston, Texas, and started as a local company. Fayez’s company is known for its kind customer service and its eco-friendliness to couunter modern companies’ fast fashion. Fayez initially debuted his company through Instagram and has moved over time to additional platforms like eBay and Depop. Selling through these platforms, Fye Vintage has spread throughout the world. Fayez’s company began out of the pure enjoyment of showing his passion for vintage clothing and accessories. Fayez has always had an interest in vintage pieces. He wanted to show his love for vintage by selling and introducing it to other people. Fye Vintage has a wide selection of different vintage pieces, including basketball jerseys, baseball jerseys, and hats. Fayez’s main sales go through his Instagram and direct messages. He accepts payments through credit card and mainly Venmo. Fayez also makes his sales easy for local customers by selling to his friends and delivering it to them in person, or even easier, at school. Fayez said, “Fye Vintage is based on being a sustainable business that strives to get customers classic hats and shirts for a good price.” Fayez’s passion has been the key to the company thriving. His clever Instagram marketing, through the handle @fyevintage, provides customers a good experience buying, which has created many repeat customers. Fayez said, “I wanted to start a business based on sustainability and emphasizing the topic of bringing back clothing from the past.” Fayez has brought many of his close friends into the vintage world and now has them hooked on new vintage wear when it drops. He also has giveaways, like hats. Fayez’s main goal is to provide his favorite vintage wear at an affordable price.