Last Chance Ortega River Run Early Bird

The W.W. Gay Ortega River Run is February 8, 2025! Don’t miss one of the biggest fundraisers and friendraisers for ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus, benefiting the school’s financial aid program. Register before November 30 to secure the best rate of the year! Register to run!

Last Day of the Parent Campaign – Donate Today!

As we enter the last day of the Episcopal Fund on Friday, October 25, we want to thank all the parents who have already made a gift/pledge. The ongoing support of donors has sustained Episcopal’s mission since its founding, and a strong annual giving program is the best way to ensure that Episcopal keeps its […]

Anxious Generation Panel Discussion (November 19)

Supporting Young People in Our Digital Age Episcopal School of Jacksonville Lower School parents are invited to attend a panel discussion on The Anxious Generation: Supporting Young People in Our Digital Age, addressing the impacts of mental health issues, pressure, and technology on today’s youth and exploring how parents and the school community can respond. […]

About Commander Doug “Spooner” Hale, US Navy (ret)

A native of Arlington, Virginia, Commander Hale graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 2001, earning a bachelor’s degree in political science. He reported to Pensacola, Florida for flight training and was designated a naval aviator in August 2003.   Commander Hale’s operational assignments include tours with Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron 15 (HS-15), Carrier Strike Group […]

Campus Store Pop Up (October 25)

Just in time for sweatshirt weather, the ESJ campus store will visit the St. Mark’s Campus on October 25 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. in the Lori Schiavone Commons. This is the same day as the Book Fair and Fall Festival!

The Episcopal Fund – Eight Days to Make a Difference – Donate Today

Thank you to all who have made a gift to The 2024-2025 Episcopal Fund parent campaign. With only two weeks left of the campaign, we encourage you to make your gift today. Please reach out to Susan Kwartler (kwartlers@esj.org), or Lisa Allen (allenl@esj.org) should you have any questions about the importance of the campaign. Click […]

Parent Book Club Meeting (October 29)

Episcopal School of Jacksonville, St. Mark’s Campus is excited to host a new Parent Book Club! The first book is Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy. The Book Club will meet monthly after drop-off. Don’t worry if you can’t make it to every meeting or are behind on the book — it’s all about sharing […]

Moms’ Night Out Postponed

Moms’ Night Out, initially scheduled for November 15, is postponed. A new date will be communicated as soon as it is determined.

Lower School Resumes October 21

Given the unprecedented disruption to learning this fall with two hurricanes in such a short time, the school has made the following adjustments to the calendar: The professional development originally scheduled for faculty on October 21 will be postponed. Both Lower School Campuses will now have a regular school day on October 21. Extended Day will follow its regular schedule. […]

Son Event Canceled

Thank you to Cielo Bibby and Amy Futch for their dedication and hard work in planning the Sports Night Son Event. Unfortunately, this event had to be canceled due to the unexpected arrival of Hurricane Milton. As previously communicated, ESJ is unable to reschedule the event. This decision was made due to the end of […]