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Field Trips Foster Experiential Learning Beyond Classroom Walls
As the school year comes to a close, several grades recvently participated in field trips to bring their classroom learnings beyond the St. Mark’s Campus. Kindergarten students embarked on their inaugural St. Mark’s Campus field trip, where they explored the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens. First grade students, who have been delving into the realm…
Read MoreUniform Recycle Event
As the school year comes to a close, families are encouraged to bring in gently used uniforms that children have outgrown or no longer need. Please ensure that all donated items are clean and in good condition. Collection boxes are located in carpool areas and in the school office before May 23. Uniform Recycle Event…
Read MoreA Vision for Art presented by Northern Trust Brings Hundreds to the St. Mark’s Campus
Episcopal School of Jacksonville, St. Mark’s Campus’ fifth annual A Vision for Art event concluded yesterday. Throughout the five-day art exhibit showcasing 40+ professional artists, hundreds of avid collectors and casual buyers visited the campus. The Opening Night Patron Preview Reception and Celebration on April 19 held record attendance, with approximately 400 people attending. That…
Read MoreWorld Languages Honor Society Inductions Held
Students were inducted into their respective World Language Honors Societies today during a special ceremony in the Sikes Theatre. Latin, French, Spanish, and Chinese language students were given certificates for their achievements. World Languages faculty also presented selected recipients certificates of recognition for the Global Seal of Biliteracy. For the Global Seal of Biliteracy, students…
Read MoreCombined Pre-K 3 – Grade 5 Chapel
Wednesday, April 24 8:25 a.m. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Pre-K – 3 – Grade 5 students have another wonderful opportunity to worship together next Wednesday.
Read MoreBook Signing and Reading for Faculty Member Peter Vertacnik, Winner of the Criterion Poetry Prize
English faculty member Peter Vertacnik has won the New Criterion Poetry Prize for his work, “The Nature of Things Fragile,” his debut collection. The Campus Store will host a book signing and reading on April 23 at 6:00 p.m. Please join us to congratulate Peter and obtain a signed copy of his book. Peter holds degrees…
Read MoreClass of 2024 Admitted to More Than 175 Colleges and Universities
Episcopal’s Class of 2024 has been admitted to more than 175 colleges and universities around the country and around the world. This year’s class had students admitted schools close to home, such as to the University of Florida, Florida State University, Flagler, Florida A&M, and the University of Tampa. Students also were admitted to Duke…
Read MoreAP Photography Students Exhibit and Sell Work at A Vision for Art presented by Northern Trust
On Monday, April 22, from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m., AP photography students Gabriel Frommer, Layla Guy, Rohan Jones, Garland Rogers, and Gabrielle Sullivan will be honored at an ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus reception for showcasing original photographs alongside more than 40 professional artists. “For many, this is the first opportunity to sell their art to…
Read MoreJonathan Stimler ’98 Gives Cum Laude Society Induction Remarks
Episcopal held Cum Laude Society induction this morning in the Munnerlyn Center. The Cum Laude Society, a international organization, recognizes academic achievement in secondary schools for the purpose of promoting Excellence (Areté), Justice (Diké) And Honor (Timé). Jonathan Stimler ’98, a Cum Laude Society member and ESJ graduate, gave the remarks. Jonathan is a Commercial…
Read MoreMarch Madness Assignment Inspires Students to Explore Higher Education
St. Mark’s Campus fifth-grade students tapped into the excitement of March Madness by delving into research and crafting essays about colleges and universities participating in the competition. Each essay begins with an introduction featuring the name of the college or university, its location, mascot, and the rationale behind the student’s choice. Students included statistics such…
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