ESJ Thanks W.W. Gay Ortega River Run Top Sponsors
The 2026 W.W. Gay Ortega River Run is made possible by the generosity of our sponsors. ESJ extends its heartfelt gratitude to the 2026 Gold and Silver Level Sponsors for their invaluable support, which directly strengthens financial aid resources, academic programs, and faculty excellence. Click here to register to run on February 21! Title […]
Artists Selected for A Vision for Art Art Show
Since its inaugural year in 2019, A Vision for Art has grown to be northeast Florida’s premier art show, drawing artists to Jacksonville from across the Southeast United States. This year’s event artist selection committee chose 42 unique artists to participate in this year’s show. Creatives hail from the greater Jacksonville community, Louisiana, Tennessee, Alabama, […]
W.W. Gay Ortega River Run Featured on Channel 4
Fifth grade students recently had a unique opportunity to star in a television commercial promoting the W.W. Gay Ortega River Run taking place Saturday, February 21. The commercial was produced by Channel 4 and will air throughout February as part of the station’s Positively Jax campaign, which highlights the people, programs, and events making a […]
St. Mark’s Campus Celebrates Fathers and Special Friends
On Friday, January 16, the St. Mark’s Campus welcomed fathers and special friends of students in Pre-K 3 through fifth grade for Chapel services. The services offered a meaningful opportunity for families to come together in worship and reflection during the school day. In the homily, The Rev. Adam Greene, Head of School, spoke about […]
Chapel Buddies Foster Mentorship and Connection Across Grades
On Friday, January 9, kindergarten students on the St. Mark’s Campus joined first through fifth grade students for Chapel, marking an important step in their Christian formation journey with the support of third grade Chapel buddies. While kindergarten students continue to participate in Pre-Primary Chapel, these Friday services help prepare them for the full Chapel […]
Lower Schools Reflect on the Christmas Story Through Lessons and Carols
As the Christmas season approaches, students at both Lower Schools gathered last week for meaningful Lessons and Carols services that blended music, scripture, and reflection. Each campus brought its own style to this cherished tradition while sharing a common purpose: preparing hearts and minds for the celebration of Christ’s birth. At the Beaches Campus, scripture […]
A Christmas Story Comes to Life Through Pre-K 4 Voices
Pre-K 4 students delighted families and friends today as they brought the story of Christmas to the stage in a heartwarming Nativity program. The young performers transformed the space into a living Nativity, confidently stepping into their roles and sharing simple lines that retold the timeless story. With wide smiles and enthusiastic voices, they captured […]
Third Grade Explores Jacksonville’s Historic Landmarks
Third grade students explored Jacksonville’s rich history during a recent field trip through Avondale, Riverside, Springfield, and Downtown. Throughout the day, students connected what they had been learning in the classroom to real places in their own city. The trip was led by Drew Haramis, St. Mark’s Campus’ third grade teacher and Jacksonville history expert. […]
“The First Thanksgiving” Opens a Season of Student Performances
Kindergarten students presented “The First Thanksgiving” on Wednesday, November 19, on stage in the Lori Schiavone Commons. Dressed as turkeys, pilgrims, and Indians, students recited poems and performed adorable and hilarious songs, including the much-loved song “Strut Mr. Turkey”! The kindergarten performance is the first of several opportunities for students to take center stage this […]
Fourth Grade Students Bring Literary Settings to Life with AI and VR
St. Mark’s Campus fourth grade students recently experienced the world of Louis Sachar’s novel Holes in an entirely new dimension. In a collaborative project led by teachers Morgan Lankford and Beth Harralson with David Sandlin, Technology and Innovation Instructor, students harnessed the power of artificial intelligence to enhance their creative writing and literary comprehension. Students […]