Epiphany School of Global Studies -

Our students and staff were delighted to learn about the art of Flamenco this morning. Performers from Flamenco Vivo, whose mission it is to promote Flamenco as a living art form and a vital part of Hispanic heritage, presented songs, a lecture, and a dance demonstration. Our students even learned a few dance moves! The group teaches that the universal spirit of Flamenco - with diverse influences from Arab, Jewish, Roma, Spanish, African, and Latin American cultures - gives this art form a unique power to build bridges between people. Thanks to Atlantic Dance Theatre for taking the lead on bringing this talented group to our school. If you'd like to see Flamenco Vivo's performance, the group will take the stage at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, at Orringer Auditorium on the campus of Craven Community College. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for students.

Attention Epiphany students! LAM submissions due this week.

Thank you, Friends of the Arts! Because of the financial support of our FOTA members, we were able to invite Broadway star Thayne Jasperson back to Epiphany. Thayne is the only original cast member of "Hamilton" still performing in the show, and he's been in many other Broadway shows, television series, and movies. He starred in "Newsies," "Matilda," "So You Think You Can Dance," and "High School Musical," among many others. Thayne visited the Henderson Campus and the Trent Campus on Monday. He taught our students a dance from "Hamilton," talked about his life as an actor, signed autographs, answered questions, and even hosted a sing-along. You can see highlights in the video above. Our students had so much fun! Most will remember it for years to come. We are only able to offer experiences like this because of FOTA donations. Please consider becoming a member this year. The cost to join is $250, and 100% of the money will be used for the arts on both campuses. We hope to bring in more artists, dancers, actors, and musicians. These experiences can change lives. To become a FOTA member, send a check for $250 in to Mrs. Ostmann (on the Trent Campus) or Mrs. Phelps (on the Henderson Campus). Please write FOTA in the memo line. You will be listed as a supporter of the arts at Epiphany in all of our arts performance programs. You will also receive two complimentary reserved seat tickets to see our Spring musical. If you have any questions, please contact Dare Oliver, Coordinator of Fine Arts, at doliver@epiphanyglobalschool.org / 252-638-0122, ext. 614. Thank you for supporting our growing artists!

We had several visitors at Chapel this morning. Mr. JT Ellenberger and Srta Paola Jimenez stopped by to say hello. What a treat for students and staff!

Epiphany's Spirit Squad and Upper School Choral Music class entertained hundreds of festival goers this weekend in downtown New Bern. Thanks to the Silver Lining Singers for joining our choir for the afternoon.

Please click here to register your students in grades 1-5 for Junior Spirit: https://forms.gle/XJ2TQGtqLPLfw2oi6. The group will practice Wednesdays 3:00-4:00p, November 8-February 14 (Specific days and performances will be available via BAND after registration).

Please note the change of location for the Spirit Squad at MumFest on Saturday. The new location is inside the O'marks Building at 233 Middle Street.

New Bern Fire-Rescue visited our Lower School to remind students about fire safety and prevention. Students watched an interactive puppet show and clown skit and played an online Kahoot! Game to review safety facts. Be sure to ask our students what they learned about fire safety!

Congratulations to The Epiphany School of Global Studies, which has been named a Platinum member of the 2023 AP School Honor Roll. Epiphany had 84% of their seniors take at least one AP exam during high school, 76% of their seniors scored a three or higher on at least one AP exam, and 32% of their seniors took five or more AP exams. Learn more about Epiphany at www.epiphanyglobalschool.org.

A group of students spent one of their enrichment week days volunteering at Colonial Capital Humane Society's Flea Market. We moved furniture, sorted electronics, shelved books, and sorted clothing. Join them for their big sale on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CCHS relies on donations and sales to keep their shelter open. They are located right across from the Trent Campus at 2302 Trent Road.

Our students love lending a helping hand at RCS! Special thanks to volunteer Cyndy Brougher for facilitating this fieldtrip today.

Epiphany families are invited to join us for a celebration of the International Day of Peace at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 21, in the PAC on the Trent Campus. We will see performances from our Music and Drama programs and art created by our Visual Art students.

It was an honor and a pleasure to take an enthusiastic group of Epiphany Upper Schoolers to DPAC on Sunday night to see the musical "Wicked." Broadway definitely showed up in Durham! What an incredible show. We even got to meet some of the stars afterwards for pictures and autographs. We're already planning our next fieldtrip to DPAC.

Kindergarteners met their big Junior Buddies this week!

It was such a treat to welcome former Head of School Dr. Carlblom back this morning for our Chapel service! It was surprising to see him wearing a "visitor" sticker, so Mr. Wang had a permanent name tag made for him. We look forward to seeing him again very soon and very often!

Congratulations to Abby, a 10th-grader at Epiphany who just had a poem published in the book "Quilted Voices: A 2023 Anthology of Selected Poems." The contest was open to anyone 13 and older. This is what the publishers say about the book: "With a wonderful selection of poems written by some of today’s most talented amateur writers, each anthology contains poems that are funny, sad, religious, and profoundly unforgettable. Each publication encompasses a culturally diverse group of poets whose work has touched the hearts of readers far and wide. All publications are designed to capture the essence of today’s poetic genre." Abby gave us permission to run her poem here. Enjoy! Marine Life When the sun comes out I scream and shout "Dad can we go catch trout" We get the boat with lines and rods we feel the rain and grab a coat When I'm putting up the cooler closing the latch "What types of fish will we catch" "I'm not sure lets wait and see -- Oh my gosh what could that be" There is a fin in the waves I see it's a dolphin as my fear caves The dolphins leap through the waves with grace and care as I see magic fill the air Through my eyes what beauty I see how wonderful Marine Life can be!

Epiphany parents went back to school on Monday night! They experienced the 'speed round' version of their students' day, briefly sitting through each other their classes to see what will be expected them. We even opened the Epiphany Store and had our first customers. Thank you to everyone who came out!

Epiphany's senators and officers were inducted this morning during Chapel. The ceremony was paired with a wonderful lesson on leadership given by Mr. Seeger. We look forward to watching these students as their leadership abilities grow throughout the year.

We have a very special milestone to share - Epiphany has its first 'legacy' student. Andreas Suarez (class of '12) had lunch with his kindergartener today. He said he is so glad his daughter has a safe and loving place to attend school. We've also posted a picture of Andreas when he was a student here.

Service is one of the four key principles of our curriculum (Respect, Responsibility, Service and Integrity). Each school year begins with a whole school service day named "Day of Faith." Each advisory group on the Trent campus leaves the campus to work for various service and civic organizations around town. The Henderson campus classes choose a service that is often done on campus and delivered to service and civic organizations. Beginning the year this way emphasizes our commitment to serving the community as part of our identity as a school. Here at Epiphany, we pride ourselves on our students' willingness to serve their community. We enjoy taking a day away from our regular routine to help those in need. Not only are we strengthening relationships within our community, but we are also teaching our students to be better people both inside and outside the classroom.