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Beaches Campus

November 15, 2024

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ESJ Summer Programs - Registration Opens January 16 at 7:00 p.m.

Plan your summer of fun now! — Browse Episcopal’s 2025 Summer Program offerings, camps and classes, at esj.org/summer before registration opens! Registration* for camps will open on Thursday, January 16, at 7:00 p.m., so mark your calendar! (* Registration for summer school classes will start Thursday, March 27, on a rolling basis.) From the arts to athletics and full day camps, this year’s line-up is sure to have something for everyone.

The Art of Art: Visual Arts Open House (January 16)

The ESJ Fine Arts Department invites students, families, and community members to attend The Art of Art, a night of creativity and exploration of visual arts. Come try throwing a pot on a ceramics wheel, participate in a photography demonstration, or create artwork that you can bring home.

This free event takes place on January 16 from 5-8 PM on Arts Row on St. Elmo Drive at the Munnerlyn Campus.

How to Apply for Siblings for the 2025-2026 School Year

Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are open and now is the time to apply for siblings at all ESJ campuses!

Episcopal families interested in a sibling applying to the Beaches Campus (Grades Pre-K 3 – 5), St. Mark’s Campus (Age 1 – Grade 5) or Munnerlyn Campus (Grades 6 – 12) should follow the steps below and complete the process by January 31. Siblings receive priority consideration, but space is limited, so be sure to complete the application process early.

View Steps to Apply for a Sibling

New this week

Daniel Kids Toy Drive (December 2-13)

The Beaches Campus is hosting a Toy Drive to support Daniel Kids. The Toy Drive will run Monday, December 2 – Friday, December 13. Our campus is collecting new and unwrapped toys for the children at Daniel Kids. Some gift suggestions are board games, athletic equipment, coloring books, make-up kits, dolls, action figures, scooters, and gift cards.

A little about Daniel Kids

Daniel Kids is a nonprofit organization in Florida dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and families in crisis or need. Its mission is to provide high-quality services that help at-risk youth achieve independence, stability, and emotional well-being. Daniel Kids works with schools, families, and local agencies to provide integrated support, aiming to create a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable youth.

They serve children and young adults from ages 5 to 25. They offer age-appropriate programs that address the unique needs of children, adolescents, and young adults, focusing on areas like mental health, foster care, independent living, and vocational training to support each age group effectively.

December Parent Association Meeting (December 5)

Dear Beaches Campus Parents,

For the upcoming school year, the PA has organized activities that will enrich our students’ school experience and support our faculty and staff. It is our goal to create school spirit and a joyful sense of community, organize appropriate events, and honor Beaches Campus traditions.

MEETINGS:

The Beaches Campus PA will hold its next meeting of the 2024-2025 school year, via Zoom December 5 at 9:00 a.m.

Upcoming Parent Association Events:

Daughter Dance – Thursday, February 13, 2025 | 6:00 p.m.
Son Event – Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 6:00 p.m.

Sincerely,

Laura Smith
2024-2025 Beaches Campus PA President

Girls Basketball Clinic (December 13)

Reminders

Important Upcoming Calendar Dates - Beaches Campus

2024-2025 Important Calendar Dates

January 10 – December Shout Out Free Dress/Beach Bash Tickets on Sale!
January 14 – Pre-K/K Chapel
January 15 – Chapel (first – fifth grade)
January 16 – Parent Association January Meeting via Zoom
January 17 – Spirit Dress
January 20 – MLK Day (No School)
January 21 – Pre-K/K Chapel
January 22 – Eucharist Chapel
January 23 – Family Open House (5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.)
January 28 – Class Picture Day (Wear Maroon)/Pre-K/K Chapel
January 29 – January Birthday Book Chapel
January 31 – January Birthday Free Dress/Parent Coffee with Elise Fallucco (after Friday Flag)
February 3-7 – CTP 5 Testing (second – fifth grade)
February 4 – Pre-K/K Chapel
February 5 – Fruit of the Spirit Chapel
February 6 – Parent Association February Meeting via Zoom
February 7 – January Shout Out Free Dress
February 11 – Pre-K/K Chapel
February 12 – Chapel (first -fifth grade)
February 13 – Winter Wonderland Daughter Dance (6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
February 17 – Presidents Day (No School)
February 18 – Pre-K/K Chapel
February 19 – Eucharist Chapel (first – fifth grade)
February 21 – Spirit Dress Day/Noon Dismissal/Trimester 2 Ends)
February 25 – Pre-K/K Chapel
February 26 – February Birthday Book Chapel and Head of School List Recognition
February 28 – February Birthday Free Dress/Beach Bash Parent Social (6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)

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BEAM Food Drive (November 4 - 15)

Episcopal School of Jacksonville, Beaches Campus has partnered with BEAM for an upcoming food drive. Our campus will be helping to restock shelf-stable, high-demand items often requested by families during the holidays.

Food Drive Items:

Cereal
Canned vegetables
Canned fruit
Soup
Shampoo
Shelf-Stable Meat (Tuna, Vienna Sausage, etc.)
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Oatmeal/Grits

The holiday drive will run Monday November 4 – Friday, November 15th. There will be boxes in front of each classroom and containers located in the front office reception area to accept donations. .

Pre-K/Kindergarten Thanksgiving Chapel and Performance (November 19)

Thanksgiving Chapel and Performance (November 20)

5th Grade Pasta Dinner and Performance - Now Accepting Orders and Reservations!

The Beaches Campus is excited to host the 5th Grade Pasta Dinner on Thursday, November 21 | 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. in the gym and performing arts center. This annual tradition celebrates our 5th Graders and guests will be entertained while enjoying an Italian dinner from Caffe Andiamo.

Event Details:

Support our fifth graders as they serve and entertain you in the gym and performing arts center!

Dinner includes:

Salad: Tomatoes, cucumber, parmesan cheese, and Italian dressing
Pasta: Penne with the choice of toppings: marinara sauce, meatballs (4 – 5 meatballs per order), or veggie
Fresh baked garlic bread
Dessert

Sign up details

Online reservations are due by Monday, November 18. To-Go orders will be available from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Order Your Pasta Dinner Here!

Thanksgiving Break (November 25-29)

Beaches Campus Construction Annoucement

Dear Beaches Community,

I hope this message finds you well. After much anticipation, we are pleased to share that we will begin construction on our new, additional classroom building next week! This important project will enhance our learning environment and allow us to better serve our students.

The new building is on track to be completed before August 2025. We are committed to minimizing disruption in the coming months, and we will update you on progress and any changes that may affect our daily routines.

PARKING

Starting next week, we will not be able to park on 4th Street between 10th Avenue and 11th Avenue. Please avoid this area entirely as the contractors, with heavy equipment, will utilize this space for the project.

COMMUNICATION AND UPDATES

We understand that construction can bring challenges, and we appreciate your patience as we work through this process. We will send regular updates via the Insider, E-News, and email to keep everyone informed about the progress of the project and any important information.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to our school. We are excited about the future and the positive impact these changes will bring to our community.

Sincerely,

K. Jennifer Ketchum
Head of Lower School, Beaches Campus

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