National Junior Honor Society Induction Held
Selected eighth and ninth grade students were inducted into Episcopal’s Aquilae Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) Thursday. The ceremony was held in the Munnerlyn Center. Lily Indelicato XX gaive the Invocation. Peyton Chunn, faculty advisor, led the Candleight Ceremony, and Alex Hughes ’27, Payten Cree XX, Lily, Reese Luker XX, and Kerrigan…
Opening Night Celebration Tickets Going Fast
Approximately 85% of tickets to A Vision for Artās Opening Night Celebration on April 19 are already reserved. At this historically sold-out event, art patrons will enjoy an open bar, elegant tented dinner, festive atmosphere, and meet-and-greet with artists. Now in its fifth year, A Vision for Art, presented by Northern Trust, brings hundreds of…
Fourth and Fifth Grade Students Present āFinding Nemoā
Fourth- and fifth-grade students wowed audiences with their recent musical rendition of āFinding Nemoā! Guided by Susanne Dailey, Director of Music, and Andrea Hagan, Director of Lower School Dance, and assisted by Jennifer Meister, the performance was nothing short of āfin-tasticā! From feisty sharks to shimmering jellyfish, the stage came alive with all the beloved…
ELP 1 – Kindergarten Easter Egg Hunts
Tuesday, March 26 Homeroom parents will send individual classes a link to SignUp to bring snacksĀ ELP 1:Ā 9:00 a.m.- Egg Hunts on the Playground and Grassy Field 9:15 a.m.- Playground time 10:00 a.m.- Snack in classroom ELP 2:Ā 9:45 a.m.- Snack in classroom 10:15 a.m.- Egg Hunts on the Playground and Grassy Field…
Kari Kampakis Visits Lower School Campuses
Best-selling author Kari Kampakis recently visited lower school campuses, bringing her wealth of wisdom and insight to parents eager to navigate the journey of raising their children. Hailing from Alabama, Kampakis’s visit was marked by a profound discussion centered around the theme of “Trusting Godās Plan With Your Childās Life.” In her presentation, Kampakis…
Bash Auction Item Highlight: Dormie Golf Network Membership
Bidding for aĀ new individual National level membershipĀ to theĀ DormieĀ Golf Network will open for online bidding during Bash 2024 at 6:30 p.m. on March 23. .Dormie Network is the most highly curated experienceĀ in private destination golf. Membership for the winning bidder, their significant other and any children living in the home under the age of 23Ā will…
A Vision for Artās 2024 Featured Artist Visits the St. Markās Campus
Renowned Impressionist artist EMYO visited ESJ, St. Markās Campus last week, captivating students and adults alike with her unique blend of art and storytelling. During the day, EMYO shared her childrenās book “Marisolās Dress” with kindergarten – fifth grade students. This story follows the journey of a young girl named Marisol as she navigates…
Virtual Reality Takes Fifth Graders on a Journey Through Black History
In an innovative approach to learning about Black history, ESJ, St. Markās Campus fifth-grade students recently embarked on a transformative journey through time, using virtual reality (VR) goggles to immerse themselves in pivotal moments and experiences. With the help of Innovation Instructor David Sandlin, students visited a virtual plantation, experienced segregation through Rosa Parks’ eyes,…
Sparking Curiosity: Students Illuminate Learning with Electrical Circuit Showcase
St. Markās Campus fourth grade students recently held an open house to showcase creations stemming from a hands-on exploration of electrical circuits. After learning about parallel and series circuits, as well as the properties of conductors and insulators, they constructed their own flashlights. After mastering the basics, the electrical circuit unit continued with the ideation…
ESJ Visual Arts Students Receive Northeast Florida Scholastic Arts Awards
The ESJ Fine Arts Department is proud to share that 67 upper school visual arts students received 20 Gold Key awards, 27 Silver Key awards, and 64 honorable mentions at the 2024 North Florida Scholastic Art Awards, presented last Saturday, February 17. Students who received a Gold Key award had their work exhibited at the…
13 Students Head to State Science and Engineering Fair
At the Northeast Florida Regional Science and Engineering Fair 13 Episcopal students were named place award winners, and all were selected to represent ESJ’s region at the State Science and Engineering Fair of Florida April 2-6. In addition, Alex Chindris and Anabella Platt were chosen to represent the region at the International Science and Engineering…
Dads’ Club Social
Join ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus dads at Grace Note Brewing for a casual social. ESJ Dads’ Club will provide pizza and dads can BYOB (buy their own beer). Wednesday, March 6 6:30 p.m. Grace Note Brewing is co-owned by St. Mark’s Campus dad, James Trimble. The new brewery is located next to High Tide Buritto,…
Parent Group Events Foster Community
The Beaches Campus Parentsā Association hosted the annual Daughter Dance on Thursday, February 8, in the Beaches Campus Gym and Performing Arts Center. The evening included dancing, delicious food, and enjoyable activities. A heartfelt thank you goes to Ashley Bagni, the President of the Parents’ Association, whose efforts made this event possible for the families…
Ortega River Run Brings ESJ Community and Beyond Together
Nearly 1,700 runners crossed the 2024 W.W Gay Ortega River Run finish line on Saturday, February 10. The 46th annual Ortega River Run drew the largest crowd in recent years to ESJ, St. Markās Campus, and provided entertainment and fun for the entire family. Thanks to generous sponsors, children enjoyed face painting, balloon art, a…
Will Ryan Johnson Named Middle School Lacrosse Head Coach
Episcopal announces the appointment of Will Ryan Johnson as the new Head Coach for Middle School lacrosse program. Coach Will brings a rich background in lacrosse, combining more than eight years of coaching experience at both the youth and high school levels with an impressive 17-year tenure as a player. His deep understanding of the…
Parent Education Seminar with Dr. Cat Baker ’02
The Beaches Campus recently hosted Dr. Cat Baker ā02 from the Florida Childrenās Institute for a parent education seminar titled āUnderstanding Big Emotions & Managing Outburstsā last Friday. The workshop provided families with insights into evidence-based strategies to enhance their childās emotional intelligence, tailored to realistic developmental milestones for their age. Participants also gained foundational…
A Vision for Art Opening Night Celebration Tickets on Sale Now
Tickets to the historically sold-out Opening Night Celebration kicking off A Vision for Art, are on sale now. On April 19 from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m., attendees will have early access to view and purchase artwork from over 40 curated local and regional artists. Click here to view a list of 2024 artists.Ā Art patrons…
Noted Pediatric Neurophysiologist Shares Insights With Parents
Earlier today,Ā Dr. Allison Cato, Ph.D., ABPP, presented āMindful Beginnings – Understanding and Supporting Young Minds” to St. Markās Campus ELP – kindergarten parents. Dr. Cato shared resources for early childhood development and tips for supporting the developing child in todayās world. She also stressed the importance of early intervention and noted guidelines for when…
Ash Wednesday Chapel Service
Wednesday, February 14 Grades 1-5 8:25 a.m. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Parents are welcome to attend. Due to Chapel taking place in the morning, the normal Wednesday gathering will not occur on February 14.
My Sidekick and Me – A Super Son Event
Don’t miss a fun evening as we celebrate boys and their special friends. The event is tailored for Pre- K 3 – grade 5 students and will include a mixture of fun and competitive games, a photo booth, and crafts. Costumes welcome, but not required. Please click here to RSVPĀ Friday, March 1 6:00 –…