ECS Equip

ECS Seniors Mia Floriani and Cadee Tate discuss all the excitement that occurs onstage and backstage with the Fine Arts Department's latest production, "Frozen". They also share how special is it to do a show that incorporates performers from lower, middle, and upper schools.

The Case for Christian Education: in this episode we continue our conversation with New York Times best selling author, Christian evangelist, and apologist Lee Strobel where he emphasizes the importance of preparing young believers for the potential of being persecuted for their faith in Christ.

New York Times best selling author, evangelist, apologist Lee Strobel joins Equip for the next two episodes as a part of ECS' Partnering with Parents Speaker Series. In part 1 of our conversation Strobel lays out his case for Christian Education.

Amory Sanders joins EQUIP to tell us about the special opportunity he has been given to lead the ECS boys basketball program. He also shares about his passion for using sports as a tool to mentor and disciple young athletes. Go Eagles!

ECS director of curriculum alignment and worldview John Grant discusses how students are strengthening their understanding of a Biblical Worldview while being confronted with alternative viewpoints in the world. 

ECS Director of Curriculum Alignment and Worldview John Grant joins Equip to discuss his new role, and layout strategies in guiding students to strive for excellence in education and discipleship. 

We kick off the new season of the Equip podcast with a message from Head of School Braxton Brady. Listen as he shares about the INTENTIONAL theme for the 2021-2022 school year and how ECS is in a unique position to partner with parents to build students for life. He also shares about the exciting Building for Life Vision Campaign initiatives recently completed at both campuses.

Class of 2021 senior Ben Gray discusses his dynamic fine arts experience at ECS, including his recent nomination for outstanding lead actor in the 2021 Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards. He also shares how ECS has shaped him and provided exciting opportunities in the classroom, on the stage, and on the field.

Minister of Athletics at Grace Evan and ECS parent Russ Bingham shares how youth sports can be an important discipleship tool and how they strive to live out the gospel to players, coaches, and parents.

Three of ECS' to scholars in the class of 2021 join Equip to share how ECS has shaped and challenged them in so many ways over the years. Lindsey Davis, Anise Sharp, and Jonathan "Teddy" Sanders celebrate their favorite memories and experiences, and reflect on how the pandemic set the stage for a unique senior year, and they look forward to opening their next big chapter in life as they prepare to...

Listen as Mr. Brady announces the incredible matching gift opportunity up to $4 Million by May 1, 2022. He describes the important initiatives in the Building for Life Vision Campaign and how the year ahead may be the most significant in ECS history. 

ECS parent Joe Williams talks about Agape North's apparel deal with ECS. He also shares how the Gospel compels him to use his businesses as a platform for giving and serving an eternal purpose.

Tune in as Mr. Football and Clemson commit Dietrick Pennington share about ECS football, basketball, and his role in Into the Woods, as well as other favorite memories as an Eagle. 

Join us as we talk with Mr. Basketball, Kam Jones, about his career at ECS and the experience he had as a student athlete on campus. 

Andy Short, ECS class of 1996, shares about his career in the aerospace industry, currently serving as Senior Director of Manufacturing at Virgin Orbit, which recently made international headlines with the successful launch of a rocket into space from a 747 aircraft in flight. He also discusses the importance of STEM education today.

Brandon Artiles is joined this week by ECS 5th grade teacher Betsy Bryant! Listen as she and Brandon discuss her teaching background and what brought her to ECS, her passion for discipling her students, and how she is helping prepare her 5th graders for middle school and beyond!

In this second episode of the Equip podcast featuring Hamp and Nancy Holcomb, listen as the Holcombs share about their marriage, faith and ministry in the midst of trials and tragedy and their experience investing in kingdom work in Memphis.

Parenting is hard. We all need some practical tools and encouragement to equip us on this journey. This week ECS parents and grandparents Hamp and Nancy Holcomb share godly insight on marriage and parenting that will leave you inspired and encouraged. Enjoy and share with your friends!

Brandon Artiles is joined this week by Kathryn Naifeh, Iva May, Cari Mccaig, and Corey Gallina. The new year is a great time to commit to reading the Bible on a daily plan. Listen and be encouraged as these godly ladies share about how they study the Word of God.

Brandon Artiles is joined this week by Kathryn Naifeh, Iva May, Cari Mccaig, and Corey Gallina. The new year is a great time to commit to reading the Bible on a daily plan. Listen and be encouraged as these godly ladies share about how they study the Word of God.

Brandon Artiles is joined this week by ECS Director of Advancement and Head Football Coach Trey Adams. Listen as they discuss the Building for Life Vision Campaign, a three-year campaign with the goal to provide the tools and build the spaces to build students for life - academically, athletically, creatively, socially, and spiritually.

Brandon Artiles is joined this week by Sarah Little. Sarah graduated from ECS in 2010 and is now back teaching English! Listen as she and Brandon discuss equipping students to know their faith.

Brandon Artiles is joined this week by ECS Director of Performing Arts Lynden Jones and ECS Junior Mia Floriani. Listen as they discuss the performing arts at ECS, the latest production Little Women, and what's coming up!

Our Lower School experts expound on the importance of early childhood education.

Brandon Artiles is back to introduce you to another new ECS teacher! This week he is joined by McKenzie Hendricks, ECS alum and new 6th and 8th grade History teacher. Listen as she explains why she's so excited to be teaching at ECS, as well as how she and other teachers are being innovative in the classroom in the face of COVID-19.