Virginia Episcopal School, school in Lynchburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia Episcopal School is a school building in Colonial Revival style located in Lynchburg, Virginia, operating since 1916 with multiple structures across a large campus including classrooms, a chapel, gymnasium, and dormitories. The architecture was designed by Frederick H. Brooke and features traditional elements such as brick facades and classical details that convey solidity and careful planning.
The school was founded in 1916 by Reverend Robert Carter Jett to provide boys from modest backgrounds with quality education rooted in Christian principles. A turning point came in 1967 when the school admitted its first Black students, marking an important shift toward greater inclusivity in the institution.
The school was named after its founder Reverend Robert Carter Jett and designed to instill Christian values in its students. The chapel serves as a gathering place where religious practices shape the daily rhythms of campus life and connect students to the school's spiritual mission.
The campus is surrounded by nature with well-kept grounds offering space for walking and recreation among mature trees and open areas. Most buildings are private and not open to the public, but the historic architecture can often be viewed from nearby streets while respecting the privacy of those living and working on campus.
Lady Astor, a British politician with family ties to Albemarle County, was a significant benefactor who helped fund the Langhorne Memorial Chapel completed in 1919. This international connection demonstrates how the school attracted distinguished supporters and gained importance beyond its local setting.
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