“Reading with Rosie” Program Builds Literacy Skills Among Students
Thanks to a new therapy dog on campus, kindergarten – second grade students have the opportunity to improve literacy fluency and confidence in partner or small group reading sessions. Parents may elect for their child(ren) to read aloud to Rosie, a nine-year-old Labrador Retriever, certified with Pet Partners. “Pets are loving, non-judgmental listeners who are […]
Episcopal School of Jacksonville Announces Artist Selections for the fourth annual A Vision for Art Art Show
Since its inaugural year in 2019, the A Vision for Art five-day art show has gained popularity among art lovers and artists alike. This year’s event artist selection committee, led by Preston Haskell, chose 42 unique artists to be part of this year’s show. The event will be held April 21- 25, 2023, at Episcopal […]
Students Featured in Ascension St. Vincent’s Ortega River Run Commercial
Thanks to generous support from News4jax.com / WJXT Channel 4, students in Pre-K 4 recently had the opportunity to participate in the filming of a television commercial promoting the 2023 Ascension St. Vincent’s Ortega River Run. Students took center stage on Berg Field running the track and telling Channel 4’s cameraman about the February 25 run. […]
Chapel Buddies Provide Opportunities for Mentorship and Friendship Across Grade Levels
On Friday, January 13, kindergarten students took a big step in their Christian formation journey on the St. Mark’s Campus by joining first – fifth graders for Chapel. While still serving as Pre-Primary Chapel leaders on Mondays and Wednesdays, they are also acclimating to a service format they will transition to next year with the […]
Training for Ascension St. Vincent’s Ortega River Run Off to a Great Start
In preparation for the Ascension St. Vincent’s Ortega River Run on February 25, nearly 25 kindergarten – fifth grade students started Morning Mile Running Club this week on ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus. Led by Episcopal parent Jessica Ryals, this free club meets twice a week before school until February 22. “Morning Mile enables students to […]
St. Mark’s Campus Faculty Member Publishes Children’s Book
Laura Fackler, Science Instructor and Dean of Students, Episcopal School of Jacksonville, St. Mark’s Campus, recently published the children’s book, “Bedtime for Bun Bun.” “Bedtime for Bun Bun” is about a young rabbit who does not want to go to bed even though it is past her bedtime. Her family tries many different things to […]
Kindergarten Presents “The First Thanksgiving”
Kindergarten students presented “The First Thanksgiving” on Thursday, November 17, 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 […]
Christmas Class Parties
Friday, December 16 Parents are welcome to attend these festive events! Homeroom parents will send a volunteer SignUp Genius link prior to the parties. ELP 1: 10-10:30 a.m. ELP 2: 9 – 10:15 a.m. Pre-K 3: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. Pre-K 4: 10 – 10:30 a.m. Kindergarten: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Grade 1: 10:45 – […]
Students Combine Art and History to Create Masterpiece for Gingerbread Extravaganza
Each year, with a curricular focus on Jacksonville history, St. Mark’s Campus third grade students select a historical landmark to construct out of gingerbread and candies for the Jacksonville Historical Society’s Gingerbread Extravaganza. This year, students recreated downtown Jacksonville’s Seminole Club. Alongside art teacher Mrs. Bebe, students worked in small groups to build the gingerbread […]
Fall Festival Brings Family Friendly Fun for All
St. Mark’s Campus families, faculty, and staff along with neighborhood families and Munnerlyn Campus Eagle Ambassadors, gathered on St. Mark’s Campus’ Berg Field for the much-anticipated Fall Festival on Friday, October 21. Children enjoyed pony rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, football toss, yard games, food trucks, ice cream, and more! The Fall Festival was […]