Shape Tomorrow Campaign Report by The Episcopal Academy

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OPENING LETTER

Shaping the Future Together IN 1785, OUR INFANT NATION was only two years removed

from the American Revolution and still two years away from the first drafting of the Constitution. This uncertain, ever-evolving world required a new type of leader —and The Episcopal Academy answered the call by establishing an academically rigorous, character-driven school uniquely equipped to teach students to lead our hopeful nation. Throughout our 238-year history, we have consistently evolved and adapted to meet the changing needs of our world, always with a steadfast commitment to developing leaders of intellect, ingenuity, and integrity. We have made bold moves that have shaped our future. Fifteen years ago, we built our beautiful campus in Newtown Square thanks to the incredible generosity of our community. Our facilities set us apart from other institutions. For the last twelve years, our community has once again invested significantly in our school, this time focusing on the inside. Our students’ lives are forever impacted by the extraordinary faculty and learning community they discover here. Leading with future generations of EA students and faculty in mind, this effort has created a culture that will weather hard times, inspire others, and build an organization that will thrive. Our job—not just the two of us but everyone who cares about the future of Episcopal—is to ensure that excellence endures. Not only today or tomorrow, but every year after that. The Shape Tomorrow campaign represents our community’s response to that call to action—It honors our mission and fortifies our vision. This campaign was our turn to Shape Tomorrow by investing in the people who elevate and enrich our

community—our students and faculty. To ensure our graduates are as well-equipped as possible to successfully lead in an unpredictable world, we know we must aggressively invest in the two factors that have the greatest influence on a student’s educational experience: the people they learn with and the people they learn from. Over the last several years, the generosity of our community of donors has allowed us to create a number of initiatives that will ensure excellence persists at EA now and in the future. These include gifts to increase our financial aid budget, bolster our student opportunities fund, expand our faculty professional development resources, establish our Center for Teaching and Learning, develop experience-rich student programming, and construct a world-class Lower School playground. With continued philanthropic support, we are able to commit significant resources to build an unmatched learning community that is composed of the best and brightest students who will enrich our school; recruit exceptional teachers and invest significantly in their growth; and elevate teaching and learning excellence at our school. Greater financial sustainability means we can say ‘yes’ to the opportunities that make an Episcopal Academy education truly exceptional. It empowers us to do more for every student and support excellence every day. Thank you for not only being a big part of the largest comprehensive campaign we have ever undertaken, but for continually being a big part of what is going on at EA. It is with great pride and gratitude that we celebrate your philanthropy and this historic effort together.

DR. T.J. LOCKE, HON. GREVILLE HASLAM HEAD OF SCHOOL

BETH CORRIGAN P ’17 ’19 CHAIR, BOARD OF TRUSTEES

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PHILANTHR FUELS THE

ROPHY FUTURE

f you take a walk around EA’s picturesque campus, it would be nearly impossible to find a corner untouched by philanthropic support. More importantly, it would be even harder to find a person who has not benefited in some way from the generosity of our treasured community. The Shape Tomorrow campaign focused on the people inside our campus. Those who will

have the biggest impact on a student’s life include their peers, teachers, and coaches, and, through your generosity, we have and will continue to invest in these amazing people. We are building an unmatched learning community, where students are surrounded by dynamic and talented peers who inspire one another. We are attracting the best and brightest educators and nurturing extraordinary

teaching and learning by investing in their constant growth and development. We are continuing to innovate and evolve our programming and educational opportunities to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders to succeed in an ever-changing world. We invite you to follow along as we travel across campus to explore how philanthropy is fueling the EA experience and shaping the leaders of tomorrow.

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CAMPUS COMMUNITY

Building a Dynamic Learning Community The Shape Tomorrow campaign and our priority to build an unmatched learning community has dramatically increased our capacity to welcome even more exceptional students, regardless of financial means. Since the campaign began, our annual tuition assistance has increased nearly 90 percent to $9.3 million. Today, one in every four students benefits from financial aid, and our geographic radius from which we attract potential students has expanded. Through this campaign, we have been able to fund these increases through philanthropy—endowment and annual fundraising efforts—not tuition increases. Two thirds of our annual endowment draw supports financial aid, and that figure will continue to grow as financial aid endowment pledges are fulfilled and planned gifts are realized. During the campaign, alumni and parents joined forces to establish endowed scholarship funds to honor community members who greatly impacted students’ lives. An endowed scholarship was established in honor of the late Daniel “Doc” Dougherty, Hon., head basketball coach for 32 seasons. Through the efforts of Associate Director of Athletics Jim Farrell ‘82

and several other alumni, the scholarship was established as “our way of giving back to Episcopal in Coach Doc’s honor,” Jim said. “Our hope is to impact the lives of future student-athletes in the same way our lives were impacted.” The endowed scholarship fund, which will grow and support students in perpetuity, will provide financial assistance for student-athletes who embody characteristics demonstrated by Coach Doc himself— leadership, kindness, perseverance, and commitment. Retired Athletic Director and Coach Gina Buggy, Hon. was recognized for her 34-year legacy and impact on countless students through a field renaming and the creation of a scholarship fund in her name. Established by loyal parents and alumnae, The Gina Buggy Scholarship Fund was created to help bridge the financial gap for a multi-sport female athlete who demonstrates characteristics similar to those of Coach Buggy—hard work, a selfless spirit, and a true love for competition. The late Curt Lauber ’63, head soccer coach from 1972 to 1981, was also honored. With a legacy of trust and respect from his

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“ Imagine if every smart and talented young person within driving distance of this school knew that an EA education was a possibility. That would dramatically change our school for the better.” DR. T.J. LOCKE, HON., GREVILLE HASLAM HEAD OF SCHOOL

players, it came as no surprise that when the 1977 Boys’ Soccer Team was inducted into the EA Athletic Hall of Fame, they wanted to honor Coach Lauber as well. “Coach Lauber’s fondness for and commitment to his students was unmatched, and so we feel it would be most fitting to endow a scholarship fund in his name that will support scholar-athletes in perpetuity,” the team said. This scholarship will provide financial assistance for a student-athlete who demonstrates characteristics of Coach Lauber—dedication, resourcefulness, leadership, and a passion for the sport of soccer. The Jack ’43 and Spike ’68 Buckley Scholarship Fund was established to mark Spike Buckley’s 50th reunion and honor his father. As established, the fund provides four years of financial assistance to one qualified Upper School student who demonstrates the greatest of need, maintains good academic standing, and embodies the school motto, Esse Quam Videri. “I wanted to honor my father, who died in 2009 and was a model student at EA. He gave me the EA experience, which has been so valuable in my life,” shared Spike.

CENTER FOR TEACHING & LEARNING

Nurturing Extraordinary Teaching Investments made in our teachers through the Shape Tomorrow campaign have enabled us to expand teachers’ toolkits and skill sets, while also ensuring that EA remains a career destination for outstanding educators. Excellent teaching has always been the foundation of an Episcopal education. Today, this calls for different kinds of preparation and expertise, and EA is competing for faculty talent in an increasingly competitive

on-demand support for our faculty, providing personalized instructional coaching sessions to help teachers promote each student’s success in their classrooms. The CTL also offers a range of programs, allowing faculty to dive into new concepts with low risk and high reward, and provides access to industry thought leaders, visiting scholars, meticulous research, and best practices to elevate teaching and learning today and in the future.

“ We are committed to pioneering new methods, pushing boundaries, and ensuring our efforts are reflective of the highest standards in teaching and learning. ” USTIN CERENZIA, THE BUCKLEY EXECUTIVE J DIRECTOR, CHAIR FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING

marketplace. Wearing many hats, our teachers strive to keep pace with the outside world—students’ ultimate destination—as well as with innovations in the world of education. Our teachers must stay current with research and trends, continually improving as educators. By fostering community collaboration, offering tailored support, and encouraging sustained growth in teaching, our Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) seeks to provide teachers with the foundation to maximize every opportunity for students to learn. Since 2017, the CTL has served as a hub of on-site,

In recognition of the profound impact Episcopal educators and mentors have had on their family over the years, Buck ’78 and Susan Buckley established The Buckley Executive Director Chair for Teaching and Learning. This philanthropic initiative not only endows the pivotal role of the executive director within the CTL but also reflects their commitment to the enrichment and growth of Episcopal’s esteemed faculty. This year, we welcomed our inaugural Buckley Executive Director Chair for CTL, Justin Cerenzia. Justin brings with him a distin-

guished career spanning 17 years, during which he dedicated himself to the field of education. His experience encompasses teaching history and assuming various administrative responsibilities at renowned institutions such as St. George’s School and The Hill School. Most notably, he served as the dean of teaching and learning at St. George’s School and spearheaded The Merck Center for Teaching, where he played a pivotal role in nurturing his colleagues’ pedagogical skills, exploring innovative methods of student engagement, and ensuring their alignment with the latest advancements in educational research. Justin now assumes the crucial responsibility of overseeing the design and execution of professional development initiatives within the CTL. Simultaneously, he takes the lead in establishing and maintaining extensive national networks comprising foremost experts and researchers specializing in teaching and learning excellence, child development, and cognitive psychology. He frequently extends invitations to these luminaries to share their insights with our faculty. Furthermore, he conducts rigorous research on diverse topics, including, but not limited to, artificial intelligence, inclusive instructional methodologies, and learning efficacy. His findings are distilled into concise, informative guides tailored to benefit educators in their pursuit of excellence.

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CHAPEL PROGRAM

Leading With Purpose Our Chapel program, centered around the Class of 1944 Chapel, holds a special place in the hearts of our school and community. It serves not only as a physical space but also as a symbolic and spiritual cornerstone of the institution. This program, with its rich history and profound impact, benefits students in numerous ways and plays a vital role in preparing them to be leaders. Chapel provides students with

a space for reflection, spirituality, and community building. The act of gathering in the Chapel for various ceremonies, services, and events fosters a sense of togetherness among students, teachers, and staff, a unity that transcends religious and cultural boundaries. This important space and program encourages students to explore their spirituality and moral values. Through engaging services and thought-provoking discussions, students are given

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the opportunity to ponder life’s profound questions and develop a sense of purpose beyond academic achievement. This spiritual dimension is invaluable in shaping students into well-rounded individuals who excel academically and contribute positively to society as ethical leaders. Through the campaign, important funds were contributed and invested to support the continued significance of the Chapel program

as a foundational piece of an EA education today and into the future. The Baldino Family Chapel Fund recognizes Episcopal’s founding charter and current mission. This fund provides sustainable resources to support critical Chapel initiatives, ensuring that the program remains vibrant and relevant for generations to come. Such generosity demonstrates our school’s dedication to providing students with a holistic education that encompasses

spiritual growth and community engagement. The Stewart Huston Charitable Trust’s contribution to the Lower School Chapel program and religion curriculum is a prime example of how philanthropy extends beyond the classroom. This trust’s endowment supports an annual lecture series, bringing in guest lecturers who enrich the spiritual and intellectual development of Lower School students. This initiative

underscores the importance of nurturing students’ spiritual journeys from an early age. Support provided by The Episcopal Academy Parents’ Association, particularly through the Chaplain’s Crisis Fund, underscores our commitment to community members. This fund offers a safety net for those facing sudden family hardships, reinforcing the idea that compassion and support are integral components of leadership.

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THE LOWER SCHOOL

Supporting Our Youngest Scholars Thanks to the Shape Tomorrow campaign, teachers who nurture our youngest scholars have benefited from professional development and investments in academic programming. One remarkable initiative that highlights the impact of philanthropy is the Class of 1962’s establishment of an endowed fund in support of professional development. This fund is dedicated to empowering faculty members to explore innovative teaching methods, striking the perfect balance between challenge and nurture. The goal is to inspire students, foster their confidence, and instill a lifelong love for learning. This support is particularly directed towards educators who shape young minds during their formative years,

emphasizing the critical importance of early development. The Challenger Foundation, through the Corrigan-Beinkampen Faculty Enrichment Endowment Fund, has further contributed to faculty excellence by providing financial support for academic and research projects outside the classroom. These experiences broaden and deepen teachers’ skills, ultimately enhancing the educational journey of their students. Last year alone, 30 teachers benefited from the Corrigan-Beinkampen Faculty Enrichment Fund, resulting in personal growth as educators and a positive impact on the academic program from PreK through grade 12. Dr. Sara Capuzzi’s certification in the Wilson Reading System exemplifies the practical outcomes

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of such investments. Her expertise in phonology, orthography, and morphology, coupled with diagnostic teaching approaches, equips her to provide targeted, differentiated instruction, benefiting students with language-based learning differences and all learners in the Lower School. Professional development sessions organized by Lower School Literacy Coach Jackie Berry, Hon and Lower School Coordinator of Student Support Nicole Squillario are another testament to our commitment to early child development. These sessions, allow teachers to deepen their understanding of the Wilson Fundations literacy program, aligning phonics instruction and fostering collaboration among educators. Sean ’01 and Sarah Lambert made an endowment gift to support

foundational STEM learning in our Lower School and in turn named the IDEA Studio. In this space, students as young as four and five learn the fundamentals of coding and problem solving while using cutting-edge technology. Contributions in support of the sciences and the arts also expose our students to a variety of special assemblies—from award-winning authors and illustrators, to scientists and Grammynominated musicians. Our newest educational space opened this year and was made possible through the immense generosity of the Zidek, Schmidt, Nerney, and Hinton families. Our new Lower School playground encourages natural curiosity and exploration in a joyful and safe environment. Its thoughtful design will provide chil-

dren with numerous opportunities to gain confidence, learn new skills, improve decision making, and form strong bonds with the natural world. The playground features a covered outdoor classroom, providing an area for outdoor instruction as well as a class gathering spot for discussions, snacks, or meetings. The primary focus is for our young-

est learners to interact with nature. Having this dedicated space allows our teachers to bring their STEM curricula outside and encourages students to actively explore and experiment, making connections between theoretical concepts and real-world applications. Being in a different environment can stimulate creativity and inspire new ideas.

“ Our ability to develop students in Mind, Body, and Spirit would not be possible without the investments our community makes toward our resources and ongoing development.” DR. TERRANCE MALONE, HEAD OF LOWER SCHOOL

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THE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Reimagining the Classics Gifts to endowed funds and The Episcopal Fund during the campaign helped our Middle School classics teachers reimagine and innovate the student experience. First, intensive collaboration and research led to the decision to move away from traditional textbooks and memorization of vocabulary in favor of shorter, and oftentimes more engaging, novellas. The novellas offer stories based on mythology and include repetitive vocabulary and pictures to help give students context and aid in deciphering the words that are still new to them. Students read a chapter or two in class each day and, within a few months, are often reading entire chapters fluently. Next up, teachers wanted to find new ways to motivate and incentivize their students. Enter the 8th grade Emperors Project, which has quickly become a beloved tradition. Students are grouped into teams and work throughout the year to build a modern-day political campaign to promote their assigned emperor. In the spring, parents and guests are invited to an “Evening with the Emperors”, where they must convince participants to vote for their emperor. Dr. Brian Burke ’62, a numismatist, is often in attendance to display his collection of excavated Roman coins. A passionate supporter of the classics, he is the namesake of the Brian Burke ’62 Classics Fund, which supports the depart-

ment’s work and helps provide a budget for each emperor team to use in producing their campaigns. The project culminates in a public debate during the final week of school. Middle School students and teachers pack the Carrafiell Family Theater as the finalists try to convince them that their emperor reigns supreme. The energy in the theater is palpable, and the cheering and jeering reverberates through the Crawford Campus Center. The winning emperor team is crowned at the conclusion of the event, and students leave with a memorable sense of great accomplishment and pride. Due to the success of the 8th grade project, teachers turned their sights to 7th grade last year. Students are invited to compete in a year-long Greek mythology-themed board game called Fato Profugi, loosely translated to mean “exiled by fate.” They must complete missions, dodge monsters and pirates, and journey over sea and land. But only one team will survive the final descent to the underworld and live to tell the tale. The game helps to incentivize students to take a deeper dive into mythology through challenging projects and reading assignments that help earn them badges that offer them extra powers and advantages to be used during the game. A giant game board hangs on the bulletin board along the Classics

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hallway, showcasing where each team is along their journey. This new approach has required a lot of work to get to this point. Classics teachers worked together to design worksheets, quizzes, games, activities, and study materials from scratch. Annual gifts to The Episcopal Fund, which offset operating expenses, allow teachers to purchase new supplies for their projects and games each year. They have also leveraged professional development funds to study assessment best practices to help them redesign how they evaluate their students’ newfound knowledge and comprehension.

TO: 7th Grade Classics FROM: Dr. Subacus SUBJECT: Poseidon calls! MESSAGE: Greetings, Heroes! Your ships are launched, and the winds are favorable. Your epic journey is underway! And what Olympian would be better to have on your side than the Great Poseidon, Lord of the Seas? For the rest of the month, you can earn Poseidon’s support and favor through a “Deep Dive…” …into creative writing! We are looking for a 1-2 page piece of creative writing that deals with any aspect of Greek mythology. It could be a story or even a long poem or a newspaper article. Submit your writing to your teacher. If it is a worthy offering to the God of the Sea, you will earn your Poseidon badge and enjoy his protection against certain fearsome beasts of the deep!

THE SCIENCE PROGRAM

Inspiring Tomorrow’s Scientists EA’s science program has been known for its excellence for decades, and today is no exception. The continual evolution of curriculum, equipment, and opportunities is made possible through the generous philanthropic support of countless individuals and foundations. Through the Clare Foundation STEM Speaker Series and the Williams Pettibone Fund for Science Enrichment, Episcopal helps to inspire the STEM leaders of tomorrow. The goal of these specialized series is to expose students and faculty to dynamic, innovative, and creative thought leaders from a range of STEM fields. In recent years, impressive experts have visited with Middle and Upper School students, including astronauts, bioengineers, animators, physicists, neurosurgeons, and robotics and artificial intelligence specialists. Our youngest scholars are frequently wowed by engaging assemblies that teach them about interesting topics, like the science behind bubbles and rockets. Inside the labs, students benefit from the latest equipment and technology, thanks to gifts to The Episcopal Fund and science-related endowment funds. App-controlled temperature, oxygen, and conductivity probes, wireless physics carts

with motion detectors, and powerful online resources are readily available. And while wet labs and dissections are still conducted, Upper School students can now harness brand-new technology to explore human anatomy through the Anatomage Table, a gift made by the Clare Foundation. Adopted by many of the world’s leading medical schools and institutions, this giant touchscreen table allows for virtual dissection of a life-sized, 3D human body, in addition to other features and lessons. Our extracurricular activities and elective offerings have greatly expanded across disciplines, giving students the ability to further explore their passions. Clubs like Girls in STEM, regional and state competitions like the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS), FIRST LEGO® robotics competitions, and electives like Cybersecurity and Astronomy empower students to experiment and collaborate. EA’s inaugural STEMposium was organized by faculty last spring, giving students the opportunity to showcase their impressive work and discoveries to the entire school community. It has certainly established itself as an indispensable annual tradition.

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THE UPPER SCHOOL

“ The Outward Bound experience takes students outside of their comfort zones. In the end, they realize they can conquer what were seemingly insurmountable challenges as a team. This builds resiliency and bonds that serve them well through Upper School and in life.” ZACH RICHARDS, HON., CLASS OF 2026 DEAN

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Unique Learning Opportunities Upper School students are regularly encouraged to explore new subjects, get involved in new groups, and stretch themselves both inside and outside of the classroom. Through the delivery of unique experiential learning, teachers aim to prepare students for a successful future. These programs would not be possible without ongoing philanthropic support. OUTWARD BOUND

Camping, hiking, and learning to scale rock walls are not typical backto-school activities for most children. Every year, 9th graders tackle these and more challenges during a fiveday adventure in the North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains. The program is designed to help members of the class, especially the 40 new classmates, get to know one another. The experience also pushes students physically, socially, and emotionally and helps them realize that they are capable of accomplishing much more than they may have predicted. GLOBAL ONLINE ACADEMY

Global Online Academy (GOA) is a not-for-profit consortium of 130 leading independent schools that aims to reimagine learning to empower students and educators to thrive in a globally networked society. Our students have access to 50 online, elective courses for credit in subjects ranging from medical problem solving to psychology to bioethics to graphic design. GOA

courses allow us to expand the standard curriculum and help students test their passions. LILLEY FELLOWSHIP

Established in 2018 by Mr. and Mrs. William Lilley III ’55, the Lilley Fellowship Fund awards research fellowships to students who exemplify academic curiosity, intellectual rigor, and scholarly passion. The program offers two research opportunities: the traditional Fellowship and the Advanced Independent Study. Past fellowship projects have focused on a wide range of topics, including artificial intelligence, agriculture, sustainability in the fashion industry, and the use of biosensors in the healthcare industry. MAY TERM

The end of May is full of adventures, learning, and bonding. During May Term, a two-week, interdisciplinary and experiential learning program, students and teachers explore a diversity of topics in great depth on campus, in our community, around the region, and across the globe. From snorkeling in the crystal-clear turquoise waters of the Galapagos to hiking the trails of the Appalachian Mountains, making homemade pasta in Southern Italy to making homemade donuts in EA’s own science lab, and seeing historical sights in Philadelphia to singing on the streets of Nashville, students end each academic year with experiences of a lifetime!

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THE COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING PROGRAM

Engineering Tomorrow’s Leaders Five years ago, EA established the Computer Science & Engineering (CS&E) Department to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders for success. The first new academic department in decades was established following a recommendation from a 23-person Computer Science Study Group. The group of faculty and staff members spent a year conducting community surveys, studying peer review journals, visiting colleges across the country,

interviewing executives, and more to help inform their work. The Study Group felt strongly that the new department should span all grade levels and offer comprehensive curricula in a diversity of skill sets and that all courses should be grounded in four key areas: computational thinking, the engineering design process, digital literacy, and digital citizenship. The Study Group also identified a sharp gender divide, with only 9 percent of Episco-

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pal’s female students having taken a computer science course, compared to 26 percent of male students. The Shape Tomorrow campaign has helped the department grow its talented faculty, procure equipment, design new courses and enrichment opportunities, advise new clubs, pursue professional development opportunities, and actively recruit students. The Lower School hosts annual schoolwide engineering competitions, and its

brightly-colored Lambert Family IDEA Studio is a dedicated space for exploration and skill development. The Middle and Upper Schools offer courses in computer science, engineering, coding, web and mobile app design, video production, data structures, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Learning extends well beyond traditional class time and reaches all corners of campus. Each division offers after-school robotics pro-

grams, and three EA teams have advanced to the world championships in recent years. Student-run clubs have been on the rise, including Girls in STEM, the Drone Club, CyberED, and Coding Club. Engagement is at an all-time high, and female students now make up nearly half of all course enrollments in Upper School. The College Board has recognized the department’s efforts with its AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award for

the past three consecutive years. Episcopal’s female students have taken home first and second place at the regional Girls.Hack event for the past four years, and 13 students have earned national Aspirations in Computing awards. Five years ago, the vision for this new department may have seemed bold to some. Fast forward to today, and it is nearly impossible to find a student who has not engaged in CS&E coursework.

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CAMPUS ARTS

A Hub of Student Activity The Crawford Campus Center is the home of lectures, presentations, exhibits, and performances that enrich daily life. Thanks to the ongoing generosity of our community, accomplished speakers, renowned historians and scientists, industry experts, and award-winning artists have shared perspectives with our students that stretch their thinking and inspire dialogue. The Walter W. Buckley, Jr. ‘55 American History Lecture Series

was established in 2017 by Walter W. Buckley, Jr. ’55 as an opportunity to invite distinguished American historians to campus to speak with students, faculty, and members of the community. History helps us understand people and societies, and through these lectures, our students and faculty are challenged intellectually to consider the importance of history in their own lives. Over the past five years, we have welcomed Pulitzer Prize winners,

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distinguished professors, journalists, and experts in American history to engage in a conversation with our students and teachers about the importance of a firm understanding of our country’s history. The Crawford Campus Center Gallery plays an integral part of the visual arts curriculum. Through exhibitions and projects that include curated work of visiting artists (including impressive alumni), cross-curricular collaborations, and

student shows, the Gallery inspires students, educators, artists, and all who visit. The study of theatre and dance plays a huge role in the positive social development of students. It is a vital component of the holistic education found at EA, providing Lower, Middle, and Upper School students with a grounded, experiential, and cross-curricular education. Students are empowered to experience the performing arts as a form

of communication and self-expression through the safe and diverse exploration of the theory, creation, and practice of performance. Endowment funds, like The Dana Family Fund, in support of professional development for our arts faculty ensure that our teachers are exposed to innovative teaching practices and inspiration to propel their own talents as artists. These experiences ultimately expose our students to cutting-edge devel-

opment in the arts and encourage deep, thoughtful approaches to strong, diverse perspectives and opportunities to thrive creatively. Annual giving support directed to the arts has afforded these programs unique materials and trade tools, improved theater technology, costume and set design that rivals Broadway, and interactions with visiting artists that have sparked new artistic developments for our students.

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T H E AT H L E T I C S PROGRAM

A Winning Approach EA has been a pioneer in nurturing not only the intellect but also the physical well-being of students. While the early schools of America often overlooked the importance of a sound body alongside a sound mind, our school stood out by establishing a robust athletic program in the late 1800s. Today, our community recognizes the continued importance of this work and has invested greatly in our programs through the Shape Tomorrow campaign. In line with its dedication to fostering lifelong physical activity and overall development in students, the Class of 1971 made an enduring gift to the school’s endowment. This gift not only bolstered the institution’s long-term financial stability but also provided substantial support to both academic and athletic programs, enriching the lives of students and faculty alike. The Class of 1971 Fitness Center was named in honor of their generosity. Today, this center serves as the hub for the strength and conditioning work of our teams, while also welcoming faculty, parents, and alumni who utilize it to maintain their healthy lifestyles. Recent investments in our

athletics program include substantial support for the professional development of our coaches, with a particular focus on those newer to coaching. Additionally, thanks to the Fant Boyko Fund for Athletics, we have introduced a comprehensive athletic mental health initiative, featuring a wide range of speakers and offerings catering to student-athletes, coaches, and Upper School parents. This initiative underscores our commitment to nurturing the mental and emotional well-being of our student-athletes, ensuring that they are supported not only on the fields but also in their personal lives. Our athletics program is designed with a clear mission: to cultivate courageous leaders, compassionate teammates, and high achievers. Our students actively participate in 30 varsity teams, all under the guidance of dedicated and passionate coaches. Our coaches emphasize team success while instilling good character in our young athletes, and alumni regularly point to their coaches as impactful, inspiring mentors. During the campaign, numerous endowed scholarship funds were established to directly support student-athletes.

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Our commitment to excellence is further exemplified by state-ofthe-art athletics facilities, which are unparalleled in their sophistication. Thanks to the generous support directed towards the athletics endowment fund, our programs, coaches, and resources for student-athletes are bolstered to match the caliber of our facilities, ensuring that our athletes have the best tools to excel. The dedication of Buggy Field, honoring long-tenured Athletic Director and Varsity Field Hockey Coach Gina Buggy, Hon., reinforced the importance of top-flight facilities and the power of instrumental coaches in the lives of our student-athletes. Our unwavering commitment to nurturing the holistic development of our students through athletics is both a testament to our rich history and a vision for the future. As we continue to invest in our athletes, coaches, and facilities, we are not just building better athletes; we are shaping the leaders of tomorrow, individuals who are not only physically strong but also possess the character, resilience, and determination needed to succeed in all facets of life.

OUR FUTURE

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Planning for the Day After Tomorrow During the course of the Shape Tomorrow campaign, donors increased their impact on the school through the use of estate planning. Through a combination of documenting and realizing gifts, the Shape Tomorrow total includes over $12 million in planned gifts. These gifts have ranged from smaller commitments aimed at increasing 50th reunion class gift totals to larger bequests establishing individual legacies for the school. We have added to our current financial aid resources, and individuals and families have put scholarship funds in place for the future. Alumni, including Bob Reed ‘57, Christy Bell ‘67, Spike Buckley ‘68, and Fred Dittmann ‘71, have planned ahead by defining how they would like to impact the school through scholarship support after their passing. We have also had classes and individuals impact our

faculty professional development and hiring through their thoughtful gifts. The late Curt Young ’54 directed his gift to allow the hiring of the very best faculty, while Buck ’78 and Susan Buckley and Bruce ’76 and Sue Stone named department chairs as ways to support the school through combined outright and planned gifts. Planned gifts have allowed supporters to meet their philanthropic goals and stretch the impact of their gifts. Individuals have also endowed student-led research projects, two lecture series, and ongoing maintenance of campus facilities. In addition, we have received significant gifts for our unrestricted endowment that help the administration have the funds to implement their most important priorities without affecting the day-to-day budget. Estate gifts make the future more financially stable for EA.

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BY THE NUMBERS

OVER $123M RAISED DURING THE SHAPE TOMORROW CAMPAIGN ENDOWMENT GROWTH $125M $100M Gifts of less than $2,500 collectively contributed over $2.1M to the Shape Tomorrow campaign.

$75M $50M $25M

8,000 DONORS

2001–2002

2011–2012

2022–2023

DEMOGRAPHICS

Friends 30%

ANNUAL GIVING GROWTH $10M

Parents 20%

Other Restricted Operating Support

$8M

Alumni 50%

EITC/OSTC

DOLLARS

The Episcopal Fund

$6M $4M

Alumni 52%

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Parents 43%

-2

1 02

-2

7 01 20

-2

5 01

-2

01 20

-2

$2M

Friends 5%

GIFT OF $10,000,000+

GIFTS OF $2,000,000+

GIFTS OF $1,000,000+

GIFTS OF $500,000+

GIFTS OF $250,000+

121

NAMED SPACES

OVER 100 NEW NAMED FUNDS ESTABLISHED, INCLUDING: 63 FINANCIAL AID FUNDS

Support for tuition assistance and student opportunities funding to ensure the full EA experience is accessible to every student.

23 PROGRAM FUNDS

Support for the academic and athletic experiences for students from guest lectures and mental health and wellness training to fellowships and independent studies.

19 FACULTY FUNDS

Support for The Center for Teaching and Learning and ongoing faculty professional development, recruitment, and retention efforts.

2 UNRESTRICTED FUNDS

Unrestricted support for endowment to give the school the most flexibility to say ‘yes’ to opportunities.

GIFTS OF $100,000+

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