Posts by Meg Sacks
Aland Family Supports Beaches Campus Classroom Expansion
Julia and Patrick Aland were among the first supporters of the Beaches Campus Classroom Expansion capital campaign. As a Kindergarten teacher and mother of two Beaches Campus students, Julia sees firsthand the need for more classroom space on campus. Pat and Julia were drawn to the school for its commitment to a faith-based, well-rounded education…
Read MoreLower Schools Celebrate Veterans Day
As the nation commemorated Veterans Day, St. Mark’s and Beaches Campuses honored the brave men and women who have served in the military through heartfelt services, personal stories, and tributes, deepening student understanding of service and patriotism. The St. Mark’s Campus hosted a Chapel service for kindergarten through fifth grade students. Commander Doug Hale,…
Read MoreT-Shirt Orders Open for W.W. Gay Ortega River Run
On Friday, February 7, 2025—just one day before the W.W. Gay Ortega River Run— all faculty, staff, and students are invited to wear their Ortega River Run shirts. When you register for either the one-mile or five-mile race, you will receive a complimentary short-sleeve shirt. Toddler, adult long-sleeve, and adult tank shirts are also available by…
Read MoreParent Book Club (November 19)
The next St. Mark’s Campus Book Club Meeting coincides with the Anxious Generation Panel Discussion in the Lori Schiavone Commons on November 19 at 8:15 am. The club will attend the panel and stay for a 30-minute discussion of Good Inside Chapters 6–10 (wrapping up around 9:45 a.m.). Everyone is welcome to participate, even if…
Read MoreGirls Basketball Clinic (November 13)
Wednesday, November 13 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Lori Schiavone Commons Led by Coach Wyatt Walker, ESJ girls basketball program director, and Munnerlyn Campus players Open to second – fifth grade girls No experience necessary RSVP to [email protected]
Read MoreThanksgiving Break (November 25-29)
Episcopal is closed from November 25 – 29 for Thanksgiving Break. Holiday Care is available on November 25 and 26 with advanced registration. Please contact Betsy Porter at [email protected] with questions related to Holiday Care.
Read MoreW.W. Gay Ortega River Run Student Raffle
St. Mark’s students who register for the one or five-mile Ortega River Run will be entered into a weekly drawing for a chance to win a free dress day and a special surprise! Drawings for students in grades one through five will be held on Wednesdays at the end of our gathering, while Pre-K 3…
Read MoreRegister Today for the W.W. Gay Ortega River Run
Race registration is open for the W.W. Gay Ortega River Run! Join the ESJ community and supporters from near and far on February 8, 2025, on the St. Mark’s Campus for a fun and exciting event benefiting the ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus financial aid program. The day will feature: 1-mile fun run 5-mile Jacksonville Grand…
Read MoreJSO Stop Station Snack Drive (November 11 – 19)
Episcopal School of Jacksonville, St. Mark’s Campus is fortunate to have a JSO field office, called a “Stop Station,” located adjacent to the school. To thank police officers for their service to the community, ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus is holding a Stop Station snack drive. Collecting Snacks November 11-19 Drop off items in bins will…
Read MoreLower Schools Host Successful Fall Events
On Friday, October 25, Beaches and St. Mark’s Campus welcomed current and prospective families to festive fall events. The Beaches Campus Parents’ Association hosted its annual Boo Bash. The usual busy campus was transformed into a vibrant and colorful fall festival environment, with decorations that embraced the spirit of the season. Pumpkins, mums, and hay…
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