Campus – Beaches
Celebrating Beaches Campus Teachers During Teacher Appreciation Week
Teachers change the lives of children every day—and in a year when instruction has been virtual or hybrid in many schools across the nation, our teachers have provided a much-needed sense of community and connection with full-time, in-person instruction. Despite the challenges this year has provided, our educators are working hard to ensure every student…
Read MoreFifth Grade Retreat to Kanuga Promotes Fellowship Across Campuses
Fifth grade students from Beaches and St. Mark’s Campuses recently experienced the great outdoors, fellowship, and adventure in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains thanks to a retreat held at Kanuga Conference and Retreat Center. Affiliated with The Episcopal Church, Kanuga is located near Hendersonville, NC. From April 25 – 28, students participated in a night…
Read MoreFifth Grade Students Advance to Final Round of Duval County Spelling Bee
Lilly Grace Bowling (Beaches Campus) and Eve Sauvageau (St. Mark’s Campus) are two of just 25 students in grades five – eight across Duval County who have the honor of advancing to the final round of the Duval County Spelling Bee. The in-person spelling competition will be held at Samuel W. Wolfson School for Advanced…
Read MoreStudents Celebrate the 100th Day of School
The Beaches Campus celebrated its 100th day of school on Friday, January 28. Pre-K 3 through Grade 1 classes celebrated this milestone with activities, math games, and literacy and art projects. Pre-K 3 students joined in on this landmark with a 100-themed art project. Pre-K 4 students brought in 100 items that could fit in…
Read MoreBeaches Campus Welcomes Nine New Students in January!
The Beaches Campus welcomed nine new students to the Episcopal community in the month of January. “We are thrilled to have these new students and families join our school this January,” said Missy Melba, Director of Lower School Admission and Enrollment, Beaches Campus. “There is so much excitement and buzz around the campus and we…
Read MoreBeach Bash Tickets on Sale this Friday!
Bash 2022 – Southern Soiree is sure to offer a relaxing and fun evening on the beautiful Beaches Campus. Created especially for the ESJ community, Beach Bash is a beloved annual tradition which features food, fellowship, and an auction to benefit the school. All are welcome! Tickets will be available for purchase beginning Friday, January…
Read MoreGym Construction Expansion Update
Construction on the gym and performing arts center is now underway! The walls are going up and starting to take shape. “Building on the vision of St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church when it founded this campus more than two generations ago, this addition will have a significant impact on the daily life of our students,”…
Read MoreStudents Build Reading Confidence with Therapy Dog
The Beaches Campus welcomed Laurie Wilbur of Pet Partners and her therapy dog, Rosie, during a special school assembly last Friday. Students in Pre-K – Grade 5 will take turns practicing their reading skills by reading to Rosie every Friday for the remainder of the school year. “Reading to pets is a great way for…
Read MoreBeaches Campus Supports Community Through Service Efforts
One of the founding principles that still guides Episcopal today is the preparation of students for a lifetime of leadership and service to others. This principle is evident at our Lower School Campuses through their service to others in the community. In December, the Beaches Campus families and students came together to support both national…
Read MoreShirley Gaviria Joins Beaches as New Spanish Teacher
The Beaches Campus is excited to welcome Senora Shirley Gaviria to expand its Spanish language program. Born and raised in Colombia, Spanish is her native language. Shirley began her career as a teacher in Colombia and continued teaching after relocating to the United States. Her specialty is in early education and elementary language development. Senora…
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