Episcopal Insider
Beaches Campus
February 7, 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.
- April 30, 2025 – Renewal application deadline. Applications received after April 30, 2025 will be processed as new students.
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
Helping Kids Navigate Screen Time: A Resource for Parents
Looking for expert guidance on screen time for your child? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers a valuable resource to help parents set healthy digital media habits using the 5 C’s of Media Guidance.
This resource provides age-specific guidance—from infants to older teens—so you can make informed decisions that fit your family’s needs. Explore tips and create a Family Media Plan tailored to your child’s stage of development.
Learn more here: Kids & Screen Time: How to Use the 5 C’s of Media Guidance
Monday, February 17, school and extended day programs are closed in observance of Presidents’ Day.
Faculty will participate in professional development on Friday, February 21. Early Dismissal is at 12:00 p.m.
The Eagle Afternoon Program will be open until 6:00 p.m. for pre-registered students. Please contact Melody Harding at [email protected] for questions regarding the Eagle Afternoon Program.
Reminders
2024-2025 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 1 – 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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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
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.
Shhh… keep this under wraps, but 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. Sip on craft cocktails, indulge in a delectable dinner, relax to piano bar music, and place your bets at our exclusive silent auction. It’s the bee’s knees, and you won’t want to miss it! Mark your calendar and join the fun!
Why Support Beach Bash
ESJ auction proceeds make it possible for our students to experience an unparalleled offering of classes and programs through the school’s Four Pillars of Academics, Athletics, Fine Arts, and Spiritual Life. Students build lasting relationships with a talented and nurturing faculty while being exposed to enriching opportunities both in and out of the classroom.
Tickets and Auction Information
Tickets are available beginning January 10, 2025. The Beach Bash Committee is currently accepting auction items for the upcoming event. If you have a business or know of a business interested in donating, please contact Ashley Davis at [email protected]. Please be on the lookout for more event details and information on exciting auction packages as the date gets closer.
Beach Bash Volunteer Opportunities
The Beach Bash Committee has a number of volunteer opportunities to support the event. Please check the Episcopal Insider for more information, or reach out to Ashley Davis at [email protected] | 904-246-2466, x1154.