Starting Each Day Centered in Community For most WES students, the school day properly begins with Morning Meeting. This ritual establishes community and allows the students to prepare for their day of learning and fun in a calm and organized manner. Classes typically gather in a circle with their teacher, who has posted a schedule […]

Our Grade 5 students have been studying one of the most important documents in the history of modern civics: The United States Constitution. It is a document that formed our democracy, divides power between the federal government and the states, and shares power among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of our government. Students have […]

At Washington Episcopal School, we know that teaching values to young people involves both words and actions. That is why our teachers — led by the WES Office of Spiritual and Cultural Learning — guide students through activities that show them how to help others throughout the year. For example, the holiday season featured a […]

We’ve Set a Big Goal… We want to raise $10,000 by midnight on November 28 to help support all that makes Washington Episcopal School (WES) special. You see, tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, the day the entire world comes together to give back. Tomorrow, we invite you to make WES a priority in your giving – www.w-e-s.org/give. […]

Thank you for your pledge to WES! Your ongoing generosity allows us to continue our signature programming, supports our talented, caring, and devoted faculty, and ensures that every qualified WES family receives the financial assistance they need to remain part of the fabric of this vibrant community. Click here to make the first installment of […]

The summer issue of The WES Magazine is here! You will find stories about our new eco-friendly sustainability garden, a vibrant showcase of our arts and athletics, and updates about the Class of 2023’s future plans.