Upper School Students Take Part in St. Johns River Restoration Research
Last week, former and current Advanced Placement Environmental Science (APES) students joined several of Ms. Cornais’s 10th-grade Environmental Science students at the KnightCampus to participate in a submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) restoration project. With guidance and mentorship from The Public Trust for Conservation, students helped establish two test plots, measuring water quality and planting several […]
Episcopal Community Honors Veterans Day
Across all three Episcopal campuses, students and faculty came together to honor the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. Through music, personal stories, handmade tributes, and acts of gratitude, students found meaningful ways to recognize the service and sacrifices of veterans and active-duty service members. At the Beaches Campus, […]
Humans First: Teaching in the Age of AI
Faculty and staff members from Episcopal’s Munnerlyn, Beaches, and St. Mark’s Campuses gathered on October 19 for Humans First: Teaching in the Age of AI, a school-wide professional development day exploring how AI can support teaching and learning while keeping human connection, critical thinking, and creativity at the center. The day – designed and executed […]
Munnerlyn Campus Announces 2026–2027 Partner Club
Each year, Episcopal School of Jacksonville selects a student club to serve as its Partner Club, providing additional opportunities to raise awareness for the club’s mission and engage the school community. Student clubs that support charitable organizations can apply for the partnership by sharing information about their mission, past service, and plans for the upcoming […]
Exciting Weekend of Events for ESJ Choral Students
The weekend of September 25 was a busy one for Upper School and Middle School Fine Arts students. Choral students participated in Jacksonville SINGS! UNF Honor Choir Invitational held at the UNF Fine Arts Center. Focused on musical growth, community, and inspiration, Jacksonville SINGS! gives students a glimpse into collegiate-level music-making while connecting educators, students, […]
Munnerlyn Campus Observes World Mental Health Day
Middle and Upper School students, faculty, and staff observed World Mental Health Day (WMHD) by dressing themselves and the campus in green. Members of the Community Service Council and Vestry enthusiastically greeted cars at drop-off areas with beads, ribbons, and signs with uplifting messages. The Friday intercom prayer had a WMHD theme, as did the […]
Private High School in Jacksonville: What the Data Says About College Outcomes
When families search for the best private high school in Jacksonville, college outcomes are usually near the top of the list, right alongside curriculum, campus culture, and community. The challenge is that most schools present outcomes in the broadest possible terms including, a handful of recognizable university names, a general claim of strong results, and […]
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, Episcopal’s Middle and Upper School communities celebrated the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic communities through opportunities for learning, connection, and celebration. Organized by ESJ’s Spanish teachers and the Hispanic Student Union, the month’s activities invited students and faculty to explore Hispanic heritage both inside and outside the classroom. The […]
Fifth Grade Students Welcome Prospective Families to the Beaches Campus
The Beaches Campus recently welcomed prospective families to an Admission Open House, offering guests an opportunity to experience the connected community, inspiring classrooms, and welcoming spirit that make Episcopal School of Jacksonville special. A highlight of the morning was the opportunity for prospective families to meet some of ESJ’s newest student ambassadors: our fifth graders. […]
How to Choose the Best Private School in Jacksonville: A Family’s Guide
Choosing which school to send children to is one of the bigger decisions a family will make. There are several choices to consider, including whether to send them to public or private school, the student’s specific interests, sports programs, arts offerings, etc. Every school’s website promises rigor, individualized attention, and college readiness, which makes it […]