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After winning the regional National Civics Bee competition hosted by the Aiken Chamber of Commerce, Riley advanced to the South Carolina Statewide Championship at the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law. There, she earned the title of 2026 South Carolina State Champion.

We're excited to welcome several new educators and staff members to the Christ Church Episcopal School community! We also celebrate the faculty and staff who are taking on new roles within our school. Join us in welcoming these talented individuals as they begin this exciting new chapter at CCES! 

CCES Athletics is excited to welcome several new head coaches and an assistant athletic director, each bringing a unique background, a shared passion for student-athletes, and a commitment to building strong, successful programs

CCES had eight varsity teams in action this spring with 53 student-athletes who were named All-Region and/or All-State in their respective sports. Congratulations to all!

In 2018, our College Counseling team introduced a new program to address issues outside of the realm of testing and essay writing, Transitions to College: School Life, Academics, and Healthy Relationships. This three-day series for seniors focuses on the things that we all wish someone had taught us before we left for college.

This year, 86 Middle School students took the stage or worked behind the scenes to bring SpongeBob the Musical: Youth Edition to life. It was a jaw-dropping performance – vibrant, energetic, occasionally a little chaotic, and bursting with talent.

On Thursday, May 14, the Upper School student body gathered together in the Hartness Performing Arts Center’s Rooke Theater for the 2026 Upper School Awards Ceremony.

Some twins move through high school in nearly identical ways, while others grow into entirely different identities. Samantha and Mason Hartung are a thoughtful balance of both. Over their four years at CCES, they have shared meaningful experiences, from early morning cross country practices to new academic challenges, while also developing distinct interests and goals.

For CCES Senior, Charlie Gouch, growth has never been about recognition. It’s been about showing up, staying steady, and doing things the right way.

For Arianna (Ari) Gill, the study of language has never been just about vocabulary lists or grammar rules, it’s been about connection, culture, and curiosity.