Posts by Meg Sacks
About Commander Doug “Spooner” Hale, US Navy (ret)
A native of Arlington, Virginia, Commander Hale graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 2001, earning a bachelor’s degree in political science. He reported to Pensacola, Florida for flight training and was designated a naval aviator in August 2003. Commander Hale’s operational assignments include tours with Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron 15 (HS-15), Carrier Strike Group…
Read MoreNational Honor Society Induction Ceremony Held
Select juniors and seniors were inducted into Episcopal’s Aerie Chapter of the National Honor Society on Monday in a special ceremony in the Munnerlyn Center. Current National Honor Society members gave the invocation, introduction and welcome, readings, candidate requirements, and the benediction. Natalie Herford, Head of Upper School, and Katie Ellis and Natalie Pettey, National Honor Society…
Read MoreCampus Store Pop Up (October 25)
Just in time for sweatshirt weather, the ESJ campus store will visit the St. Mark’s Campus on October 25 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. in the Lori Schiavone Commons. This is the same day as the Book Fair and Fall Festival!
Read MoreParent Book Club Meeting (October 29)
Episcopal School of Jacksonville, St. Mark’s Campus is excited to host a new Parent Book Club! The first book is Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy. The Book Club will meet monthly after drop-off. Don’t worry if you can’t make it to every meeting or are behind on the book — it’s all about sharing…
Read MoreMoms’ Night Out Postponed
Moms’ Night Out, initially scheduled for November 15, is postponed. A new date will be communicated as soon as it is determined.
Read MoreLower School Resumes October 21
Given the unprecedented disruption to learning this fall with two hurricanes in such a short time, the school has made the following adjustments to the calendar: The professional development originally scheduled for faculty on October 21 will be postponed. Both Lower School Campuses will now have a regular school day on October 21. Extended Day will follow its regular schedule.…
Read MoreAnnouncing St. Mark’s Campus Parent Book Club (October 15 Kickoff)
Episcopal School of Jacksonville, St. Mark’s Campus is excited to announce a new Parent Book Club! The first book is Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy. “This book is for any parent who has ever struggled under the substantial weight of caregiving—which is to say, all of us. Good Inside is not only a wise…
Read MoreSon Event Canceled
Thank you to Cielo Bibby and Amy Futch for their dedication and hard work in planning the Sports Night Son Event. Unfortunately, this event had to be canceled due to the unexpected arrival of Hurricane Milton. As previously communicated, ESJ is unable to reschedule the event. This decision was made due to the end of…
Read MorePicture Day to be Rescheduled
Picture Day, initially scheduled for October 10, will be rescheduled for a later date. A new date will be communicated via the Insider once it is determined.
Read MoreSt. Mark’s Campus to Launch Parent Book Club
A new Parent Book Club is being established on the St. Mark’s Campus to provide community and valuable parental insights. The first book selected for discussion is Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy. The book is both a practical guide and a compassionate resource for overwhelmed parents. New York Times bestselling author Eve Rodsky wrote,…
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