Knightly News

Episcopal grad Haley Jones ’05 wowed second graders with the tale of “The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything” by Linda Williams. Dressed as an archeologist, Jones showed students photos of ancient tombs, talked about mummies and shared details of life as an archeologist. Haley, whose last name is perfect for her passion for exploring the past, is not a professional archeologist, but she is an Episcopal alumna.

Seeing Haley back on campus was incredibly rewarding. The enthusiasm with which she shared her knowledge was infectious, and the students truly enjoyed her rendition of the old woman who is confronted by a pumpkin in the woods. As an alumna and current parent, Haley was excited to return as a guest speaker at her alma mater. There is something very special about looking back at where you once were and realizing you now have an opportunity to be a role model to this next generation of Episcopal students.    

There are thousands of Episcopal alumni representing our school so very well all over the world. Our graduates are business owners, creators, parents, grandparents and good citizens making a difference in the lives of others. This is what we hope to show our current students by inviting alumni back to campus and engaging them in our community. We want students to see a graduate and envision themselves. This provides them the confidence to know that their dreams are possible and that there is a network of individuals who support them.

Reading a story to a group of Lower School students is a terrific way to celebrate our sense of community. When sisters deSha Carter ’95 and Barbin Graham ’85 appeared in the library wearing an oversized black hat bedecked with bright orange feathers, students were thrilled to see them. Each alumna read the story of the old woman and the pumpkin with excitement that earned them hugs, smiles and cheers from the young Knights. It was great to see the students connect with these grads over something as simple and easy as library storytime.

The recent opportunities for our alumni to share a story with students are just the beginning of our increased efforts to boost alumni engagement. In addition to the Alumni Reading Program we are also developing an Alumni Mentorship Program which will provide graduates the opportunity to share their talents and business expertise with Upper School students. We envision that this opportunity will help students with resumé creation, developing interview skills and so much more. Who better to provide our students that knowledge than professionals who have walked this campus and know what it means to be an Episcopal Knight?

I look forward to helping our alumni connect back to the school that played such an important role in their development and growth as a person. Episcopal graduates go on to do great things all over the world so we are working hard to create opportunities for alumni in other cities, states or countries to connect with our current students.  Alumni can sign up to record themselves reading a story for a Lower School class or offer to review a resume or conduct a practice interview via Zoom with our older students.  Creating this connection back to Episcopal is not only a way for our alumni to give back but also teaches our students what it means to be an Episcopal alum and how a true Knight can leave a lasting impact even after they graduate.  No matter the avenue you are drawn to help the message is the same – We want to enhance and encourage your Episcopal experience.  Alumni have a lot to give and we want to be a role model for the next generation of students.

As a 1997 graduate, I remember my days on campus fondly. I cherish the memories of practice after school, arriving early to get help from a teacher, or experiencing the special Episcopal traditions like Ring Ceremony that connect all alumni together.  Now, I am delighted to experience Episcopal as a parent and staffer. I am confident that my fellow alumni will appreciate the opportunities to make a difference here just as much as I do. After all, being a lifelong Knight means so much more than returning for a class reunion or the occasional Homecoming contest. It means we continue to fulfill the Episcopal mission of living purposeful and meaningful lives even after we have moved on and sometimes that might just look like reading a book dressed up as a hot dog.

I invite graduates of all ages to get involved in life at Episcopal again. Check out the volunteer opportunities on the Episcopal alumni website at www.episcopalbr.org/alumni or email [email protected] with ideas you may be able to share.  We are excited to grow these alumni opportunities and would love your help.  Read more about current opportunities below and mark your calendars for upcoming alumni events. Go Knights! #alwaysaknight

Alumni Volunteer Opportunities

Mentorship Program

The Episcopal Alumni Mentorship Program works to foster meaningful relationships between alumni and our current student body.  Students have the opportunity to receive advice, guidance, and perspective from their mentors.  Alumni mentors have an opportunity to share their stories and invest time in a rewarding relationship with a student who is eager to learn about a particular industry, profession or talent. 

Possible avenues for engagements are:
Conduct a practice interview with a student
Informational interviews with a student about your field
Speak to student groups or classes|
Alumni Spotlights (3-5 minute video submissions) 
Resume Review
Select the avenues of most interest to you or let us know a way your skillset can be helpful by clicking here to sIgn up.

Alumni Reading Program

The Lower School students love to hear how stories unfold in a great book.  Maybe it is your favorite childhood book or one you read to your kids growing up.  This amazing opportunity for our alumni community will provide the gift of listening to a story.  Not only will the students enjoy hearing a story from Episcopal alumni but our alumni will also begin to show our littlest Knights how they will one day be graduates that can give back by sharing their gifts with students just like them.  Check out the opportunities below:

Read a Story to a Class

If you are located here in Baton Rouge, we would love to have you visit campus to read to one of our classes similar to what these graduates recently did.  

Read- Aloud Story

This program focuses on our alumni from around the world bringing books to life by reading them aloud via video.  (All instructions will be provided so alumni can easily submit a video for our teachers’ use.)

Click here to sign up

Upcoming Alumni Events

Alumni Christmas Party
December 27th
Location: TBA

Alumni Weekend
April 1, 2, 3
Location: Episcopal Campus
3200 Woodland Ridge Boulevard

Lindsay Turner is a 1997 graduate of Episcopal High School. She received an undergraduate degree in business at The University of Alabama and a master’s degree in sports administration from Louisiana State University.  After spending 17 years on LSU’s campus, both at the LSU Alumni Association and the Tiger Athletic Foundation, in 2019, she accepted a position at Episcopal and is now the Alumni Relations Coordinator.  Lindsay married another Episcopal alum, Earl Turner III, and they have two children, Wynn and Sydney. Lindsay is thrilled to be back on campus and looks forward to reenergizing and reconnecting with fellow Knights in our alumni community.   

The Episcopal School of Baton Rouge 2024-2025 application is now available! ​For more information on the application process, to schedule a tour, or learn more about the private school, contact us at [email protected] or 225-755-2685.