Episcopal Insider
Beaches Campus
January 31, 2025
All Campuses
Important Dates
- February 1, 2025 – Florida School Choice Scholarship application opens for renewal and new applicants. New applicants can apply for the 2025-2026 school year through Step Up for Students.Â
- April 30, 2025 – Renewal application deadline. Applications received after April 30, 2025 will be processed as new students.Â
Key Information & New Steps for Scholarship Applicants
Here is some helpful information to be aware of, including a new step that families will need to complete this year:- Application checklist: For a list of documents that may be needed when a family applies, please click here.
- Priority deadline: To ensure renewing students receive priority for the Private School Scholarship and the Unique Abilities Scholarship, families must submit their application by Wednesday, April 30. After this date, all students will be processed as “new students” due to legislative changes for this year.
- New step for families: Once a student is found eligible, the family will be asked to “Accept” or “Decline” the scholarship. Once accepted, the student’s status will be updated to “Awarded.” Please monitor your email for future updates about enrollment.
- Step Up for Students is here to help: In addition to their regular hours, their team will be available to assist families this weekend from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET.
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.Â
Click Here to Complete Re-enrollment
Please refer to the email sent on January 16 for specific re-enrollment instructions for your childâs campus and grade level. These emails can be found in your My ESJ Portal. To reserve your childâs 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. Â
If you have any questions concerning re-enrollment, please contact Missy Melba, Director of Lower School Admission & Enrollment – Beaches Campus, at [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming your family back for the 2025-2026 school year!Â
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
2024-2025Â Important Calendar Dates
- 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.)
- March 4 – Pre-K/K Chapel
- March 5 – Ash Wednesday Chapel
- March 6 – Parent Association March Meeting via Zoom
- March 7 – February Shout Outs Free Dress/Trimester 2 Report Cards Released
- March 10 – 14 – Spring Break (No School)
- March 18 – Pre-K/K Chapel
- March 19 – Eucharist Chapel
- March 20 – Parent Association Sports Night Son Event – Glow Edition (6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
- March 21 – Spirit Dress Day
- March 25 – Pre-K/K Chapel
- March 25-27 – Book Fair
- March 26 – Spring Parent/Teacher Conference Day (No School for Students)
- March 28 – March Birthday Free Dress Day
- April 1Â – Pre-K/K Chapel
- April 2 – Fruit of the Spirit & March Birthday Book Chapel
- April 3 – Parent Association April Meeting (Last Meeting of the 2024-2025 School Year)
- 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)
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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 todayâs 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 SoonâGet 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 âhiddenâ 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, 2025âsecure 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, donât 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 studentsâ 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.Â
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.