Episcopal Insider
Beaches Campus
January 31, 2025
All Campuses
- Survey link for Lower School parents
- Survey Link for Middle and Upper School parents
- * For families with students on a Lower School campus and the Munnerlyn Campus, each parent is able to take a survey for Lower School and a survey for Middle and Upper School.
The ESJ Fine Arts Department is proud to present Shrek the Musical. The performances are at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, and Friday, April 25, and at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, in the Deming Theatre (located in the Munnerlyn Center for Worship and Fine Arts on the Munnerlyn Campus).
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure of a green ogre and a wise-cracking donkey who embark on a journey to save the land from an evil lord and rescue a lovely princess from a terrible fate. But why does the princess keep running away?
As part of our celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Munnerlyn Center for Worship and Fine Arts, Shrek the Musical will also feature an appearance by alumni from Peter Pan, the first production ever in the Deming Theatre.
General admission tickets are now available for $20 at esj.booktix.com. ESJ students are free. Shrek the Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
Come see us Thursday, April 3, and Friday April 4, in our temporary location in the Buck Center Lobby (located on the Munnerlyn Campus) and shop for 25% – 50% off select merchandise (including Dennis/Mills uniforms) with additional items marked down lower!
Check our Instagram account @esj.campusstore for more details and shop early for the best selection!
New this week
Students who are not re-enrolled by today, January 31, 2025, will not be guaranteed a space in the 2025-2026 school year.
Click Here to Complete Re-enrollment
Please refer to the email sent on January 16 for specific re-enrollment instructions for your child’s campus and grade level. These emails can be found in your My ESJ Portal. To reserve your child’s space for the 2025-2026 school year, all steps must be completed via the My ESJ Enrollment Portal today, January 31, 2025. Please review the key updates listed below.
If you have any questions concerning re-enrollment, please contact Missy Melba, Director of Lower School Admission & Enrollment – Beaches Campus, at melbam@esj.org. We look forward to welcoming your family back for the 2025-2026 school year!
Key Updates
- Payment Plans: Pre-K 3 – Grade 5
- 1 Pay: April
- 2 Pay: April and November
- 10 Pay: April – January
- Financial Obligation Schedule – Contracts that are canceled after the deposit is submitted will have the following financial obligations:
- Upon signing the re-enrollment agreement: 25% of the annual tuition
- April 1 – June 30: 50% of the annual tuition
- After June 30: 100% of the annual tuition
The Beach Bash Committee needs volunteers to help with kindergarten – fifth grade art for the Beach Bash Auction Tuesday, February 11 -13, 2025. If you have availability, they would love your extra hands in the art room.
Art Volunteer Sign Up Here
Thanks to everyone who attended our Family Open House last week!
Reminders
2024-2025 Important Calendar Dates
- April 3 – Parent Association April Meeting (Last Meeting of the 2024-2025 School Year) via Zoom
- April 4 – March Shoutout Free Dress
- April 8 – Pre-K/K Chapel
- April 9 – Eucharist Chapel
- April 11 – Spirt Dress Day
- April 12 – Save the Date – Dads’ Club Spring Social (Hannah Park)
- April 15 – Pre-K/K Chapel
- April 16 – Grandparents and Special Friends’ Day (1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
- April 17 – Noon Dismissal (No Extended Day)
- April 18 – Good Friday (No School)
- April 21 – Easter Monday (No School)
- April 22 – Pre-K/Kindergarten Chapel, Easter Performance – Birthday Book – April
- April 23 – First – fifth grade chapel – April Birthday Book Chapel
- April 25 – April Birthday Free Dress
- April 29 – Pre-K/Kindergarten Chapel
- April 30 – First – fifth grade chapel – Birthday Book – May/June
- May 2 – April Shoutout Free Dress/Spring Fine Arts Performance (5:30 – 6:30 p.m.)
- May 5 – 9 – Teacher Appreciation Week
- May 6 – Pre-K/Kindergarten Chapel – May/June Birthday Book
- May 7 – Chapel – Fruit of the Spirit and CML Awards
- May 9 – May/June Birthday Free Dress
- May 13 – Pre-K/Kindergarten Chapel
- May 14 – First – fifth grade Chapel
- May 16 – Challenge Day
- May 19 – Bike Parade
Episcopal School of Jacksonville, Beaches Campus parents are invited to attend a coffee discussion with Dr. Elise Fallucco regarding the impacts of mental health issues, pressure, and technology on today’s youth, and exploring how parents and the school community can respond.
Friday, January 31, 2025
8:30 a.m.
Hope Hall Art Room
RSVP
Ticket Prices Increase Soon—Get Yours Today!
Episcopal School of Jacksonville, Beaches Campus is transforming into the hottest speakeasy in town! On Friday, February 28, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., step into our “hidden” Gym for a roaring good time at Beach Bash 2025. Sip on craft cocktails, indulge in a delectable dinner, relax to piano bar tunes, and place your bets at our exclusive silent auction.
Ticket prices increase to $150 on February 1, 2025—secure yours now!
New this year: Test your aim at Fling The Ring, a swanky ring toss where you can win fine wine or smooth liquor with a perfect toss. Plus, don’t miss the chance to pre-order premium cigars, freshly rolled at the event.
Mark your calendar and grab your tickets today at esj.org/beachbash!
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 February 6 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
The Beaches Campus Parent Association invites you to a Winter Wonderland Daughter Dance:
The annual Daughter Dance will be held on Thursday, February 13, 2025 | 6:00 P.M.- 7:00 P.M at the Beaches Campus Gym and Performing Arts Center.
Event Details:
Join us for a magical evening filled with dancing, refreshments, and a photobooth.
Register for “Winter Wonderland” Dance Here!
The Beaches Campus Parent Association needs volunteers to help out during the Winter Wonderland Daughter Dance on Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Please see the below Sign Up Genius for available volunteers opportunities or contact Laura Smith for more details.
Students are invited to wear Valentine’s Day attire (Valentine’s Free Dress) on Valentine’s Day. Parents will receive class party communication directly from homeroom parents. Non-candy class Valentines are encouraged.