Students Experience Jacksonvilleā€™s Past with Field Trip to Historic Sites

Drew Haramis, St. Markā€™s Campusā€™ resident Jacksonville history expert, tour guide, and third grade teacher, recently led students on a field trip to Avondale, Riverside, Springfield, and Downtown Jacksonville. Highlights of their adventure included visits to iconic landmarks including City Hall, The Merrill House Museum, and the Old City Cemetery. Students also saw their award-winning…

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Lower School Prepares Hearts and Minds for Christmas With Lessons & Carols Services

Both Lower Schools recently held Lessons and Carols services in preparation for Christmas. The Beaches Campus fifth grade students performed The Festival of Lessons and Carols in the St. Paulā€™s by-the-Sea sanctuary. During the performance, the Christmas story is told through scripture readings and Christmas songs. Grades first through fourth sing a carol together and…

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W.W. Gay Ortega River Run Race Registration Fees Increase January 1

Race registration fees for the one- and 5-five mile W.W. Gay Ortega River Run will increase on January 1. Join the ESJ community and supporters from near and far on February 8, 2025, on the St. Markā€™s Campus for a fun and exciting event benefiting the ESJ, St. Markā€™s Campus financial aid program. The day…

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Kindergarten Presents ā€œThe First Thanksgivingā€

Kindergarten students presented ā€œThe First Thanksgivingā€ on Friday, November 22, on stage in the Lori Schiavone Commons. Dressed as turkeys, Pilgrims, and Native Americans, students recited poems and performed adorable and hilarious songs, including the much-loved song ā€œStrut Mr. Turkeyā€! The kindergarten performance is the first of several opportunities for students to take center stage…

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2024-2025 Christmas Break

Please note the following dates for Christmas Break. ESJ hopes you and yours have a wonderful Christmas! Friday, December 20 Early Dismissal (Eagle Afternoon Program Open) Monday, December 23 – Friday, December 27 School and Extended Day Programs Closed (Christmas Break) Monday, December 30 & Tuesday, December 31 School Closed, Holiday Care Open (Needs Advanced…

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Recent Panel Discussion Sheds Light on Anxiety Among Children

Parents gathered in the Lori Schiavone Commons Tuesday for an eagerly anticipated presentation and panel discussion titled ā€œThe Anxious Generation: Supporting Young People in Our Digital Age.ā€ Led by Dr. Elise Fallucco, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and ESJ Director of Health, Safety, and Well-Being Programming; Amy Burrows Perkins ā€™92, LMHC and ESJ Director of…

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Lower School Students Experience Fine Arts on ESJā€™s Munnerlyn Campus

Yesterday, Beaches and St. Markā€™s Campus third to fifth grade students had a memorable fine arts afternoon on the Munnerlyn Campus. They enjoyed a picnic lunch with the Middle School cast of ā€œSchoolHouse Rock!,ā€ explored the Italy Photography Show in the Berg Gallery, and listened to Episcopalā€™s jazz band. Katie Black-Bowling ā€™95, Director of Fine…

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Lower Schools Celebrate Veterans Day

As the nation commemorated Veterans Day, St. Mark’s and Beaches Campuses honored the brave men and women who have served in the military through heartfelt services, personal stories, and tributes, deepening student understanding of service and patriotism.   The St. Markā€™s Campus hosted a Chapel service for kindergarten through fifth grade students. Commander Doug Hale,…

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Lower Schools Host Successful Fall Events

On Friday, October 25, Beaches and St. Markā€™s Campus welcomed current and prospective families to festive fall events. The Beaches Campus Parentsā€™ Association hosted its annual Boo Bash. The usual busy campus was transformed into a vibrant and colorful fall festival environment, with decorations that embraced the spirit of the season. Pumpkins, mums, and hay…

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