Episcopal’s Inaugural PreK-4 Class Celebrates Graduation

From left to right: Louise Andreeff, Caden Dickinson, Graham Frazier, Kelli Hu, Ethan Lawson, Russ St. Romain, John Daniel Davis

Members of the Episcopal Class of 2018 have lovingly referred to the school as a second home, a family and a place they will never forget.  For seven seniors this is especially true as they are members of the school’s inaugural PreK-4 class so many years ago. After years at Episcopal, they are now moving on to their next chapter prepared for new opportunities and new adventures.  Congratulations!

Members of the PreK-4 Class of 2005 celebrate Senior Day 2018.

​Members of the PreK-4 Class of 2005 who are graduating seniors of the Class of 2018:
Louise Andreeff
John Daniel Davis
Caden Dickinson
Graham Frazier
Kelli Hu
Ethan Lawson
Russ St. Romain

We asked the students to answer two questions about their Episcopal experience. Read below for what they had to say.

1. How would you sum up your overall Episcopal experience?
2. How has this community and being a part of it for so long shaped you and prepared you for the future?

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1. Beyond learning the color wheel, the difference between their, they’re, and there, how to find the value of x, perfecting my Spanish accent, finding my voice on stage, that my expertise does not flourish on a volleyball team, mastering kinematics equations, learning how to code, the extraordinary uplifting faculty; beyond embracing my God given talents, Episcopal has taught me to believe in myself.

2. The supportive relationships that I have developed at Episcopal have shaped me to become my best true self. Episcopal’s nurturing spirit has prepared me and will propel me to tackle ambitious challenges, and in my heart, I know that no matter how far life takes me, Episcopal will always be my home.
--Louise Andreeff

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There isn't much needed to be said about Episcopal, all that can be said can be seen just by spending a day within the community. Episcopal is truly something special and I would not trade my time there for anything else. I have met so many wonderful people and gained friendships I believe will last me a lifetime.
--John Daniel Davis

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1. My overall experience has been great at Episcopal. I was able to participate in different academic, athletic, and artistic events in my time here that I have enjoyed. I’ve met some friends here that will be lifelong friends, and I couldn’t imagine myself anywhere else.

2. This community has shaped me into being a better version of myself ever since I got here. Everyone here has pushed me to where I work hard and do the right thing. I am lucky to have gone to this school my entire life because it has prepared me for just about any obstacle in my way.
--Caden Dickinson

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1.  My journey through Episcopal has been a little unorthodox. I went here from pre-k to sixth grade, and I came back for my senior year. There is just something so unique about the welcoming Episcopal community, and I could not miss out on the opportunity to be a part of it again for my last year of high school. I am so glad I found my way back home, and I realized that there really is no place like Episcopal.

2.  Episcopal has helped me develop lifelong friendships, while also providing me with an environment that fosters personal growth and learning. The school’s balance of spiritual, social, academic, artistic and athletic life has pushed me to try new things and have new experiences. I come to school every day knowing that I will be challenged to be the best student I can be in and outside of the classroom, which is an amazing feeling to have. Episcopal has also given me opportunities and connections that I would not have had otherwise. I am so grateful for everything that the school has helped me to accomplish, and I would like to thank my friends, teachers, coaches, and everyone at Episcopal who have supported and guided me throughout the years. Even though I am sad that my time here is coming to an end, it gives me a peace of mind knowing that I will always have the Episcopal community to come back to.
​--Kelli Hu

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1. My overall Episcopal experience has been fun. I have met a lot of awesome people and made memories that I will never forget.

2. This community has given me a lot of opportunities that I would not have had anywhere else. I have learned a lot from the people I have met during my time here.
--Russ St. Romain

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The 2005 yearbook included a special feature of 2018 senior Caden Dickinson. Here’s a look at how his answers have changed.

2005 answers:

What do you want to be when you grow up?
A policeman, but I don’t know what they do though.

How do you get a girl to like you?
I don’t think about girls, okay.

Who is your favorite actor?
Batman.

What would you buy with $1 million?
A white and brown mouse.

2018 answers:

What do you want to be when you grow up?
A dentist, and I know what they do.

How do you get a girl to like you?
“You dropped something! What? (point to the ground)
​Your standards.

Who is your favorite actor?
Will Ferrell

What would you buy with $1 million?
Definitely a white and brown mouse, then the biggest and most luxurious mouse house I could find.