EA Unlocked

EA Unlocked

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EA Unlocked episodes

  • Stepping Into the Light with Student Curators

    Seniors Juliette Loor and Ned Meisel, co-presidents of the Install It club, talk with host Dr. T.J. Locke about their experience curating the school-wide art collaboration and installation of Into the Light. The exhibit includes cut-out designs made by PreK-12th grade students, faculty, and staff. The project was inspired by artist Anila Quayyum Agha.

    Additional Podcast Guests: Upper School art teachers Hilary Hutchinson, David Sigel, Woodworking & Design teacher John Binstock, Gallery Coordinator Susan Coote, and 2nd and 4th grade students.

    15 min
  • Meet EA's Middle School Squash National Champions!

    The Middle School boys' A (Division 1) and B (Division 2) squash teams won the 2022 National Championship- for the first time in school history.

    The team was seeded #1 heading into the tournament which was hosted at the newly opened Arlen Spector US Squash Center at Drexel University.

    Two players, and EA Squash Co-Director Lyall Paterson, talk with Dr. T.J. Locke about the experience.

    Guests: 8th graders Rubens Schwarz & Brandon Bin, EA Squash Co-Director Lyall Paterson.

    10 min
  • Snow Days at EA

    Curious how Dr. Locke determines when to call a snow day for EA? It is a team effort and involves input from several departments on campus.

    Guests: Michele Godin, EA Director of Communications, and Mark Notaro, EA Chief Operating Officer.

    9 min
  • Exploring Global Online Academy at EA
    EA students have a vast offering of electives to choose from in Middle in Upper School. Eight years ago, additional courses were added for Upper School students through Global Online Academy (GOA). The consortium includes schools from all over the world. Host Dr. T.J. Locke talks with three seniors about their experience with GOA.
    12 min
  • Parachuting to Victory!

    Each fall, during Spirit Week, PreK-5th graders are challenged to put their design skills to the test during the All Lower School Build. Using upcycled materials, students have crafted cars, boats, and this year, parachutes. Head of Lower School, Dr. Terry Malone, discussed this fun Lower School tradition with EA Unlocked host, Dr. T.J. Locke. Also featured are 2nd grader Will, this year's parachute drop winner- 4th grader Yara, Technology Coach Kim Farrell, and repeat faculty winner, 4th grade teacher Brendan Fitzpatrick.

    11 min
  • The Tradition of Lessons & Carols at EA

    Lessons and Carols at EA is held on the morning before students are dismissed for the much-anticipated holiday break. Middle and Upper School students gather in The Class of 1944 Chapel, along with their teachers, parents, and young alumni, to listen to nine lessons and beautiful carols to celebrate the holiday season. Father Tim Gavin talks with EA Unlocked host, Dr. T.J. Locke, about this EA favorite that dates back to the 1800s.

    12 min
  • Computer Science & Engineering at EA for PreK-12th Grade

    EA launched its Computer Science and Engineering department in 2018 with a cutting-edge curriculum for Prek - 12th grade students.

    Middle and Upper School students can choose from a robust list of course offerings, while students in Lower School work with a team of Technology Coaches in the Idea Lab and across disciplines in their homeroom classes.

    Department chair Matt Memmo, Hon. shared his insights and thoughts about Computer Science and Engineering with EA Unlocked host Dr. T.J. Locke.

    12 min
  • Dora Khayatt Winners Share their Love of Music

    Each year, students are encouraged to share their talents in the Dora Khayatt art and music competitions.

    In the spring of 2021, seniors Madison Bello and Paige Croney won for their beautiful singing performances. Nick Cerone '22 (baritone sax), and Ashley Kim '23(flute), won for their instrumental performances. Ashley and Nick recently stopped by to talk with EA Unlocked host Dr. T.J. Locke about their love for music and the Dora Khayatt contest.

    14 min

About EA Unlocked

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EA Unlocked takes you behind the scenes at The Episcopal Academy. Join host and Head of School Dr. T.J. Locke as he interviews students and teachers, explores school traditions, and more.