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Schools are not just bricks and mortar structures – they are centers of life-long learning filled with dedicated educators!
Each year, ESJ faculty and staff participate in professional development to expand their knowledge in the ever-changing world of education. By remaining on the cutting-edge of their field, they serve as a cornerstone to student achievement in the classroom.
Your gift to The Episcopal Fund helps the school to continue to hire, retain, and invest in professional development for exemplary teachers who share their lifelong love of learning and empower students every day. There is no greater return on an investment than the education of our children.
We invite you to make your gift online today.
Double the Impact of Your Gift
Would you like the opportunity to multiply your giving and increase the impact of your generosity?
Many employers offer matching gift programs that can increase the value of your contribution to Episcopal School of Jacksonville. Contact your employer to find out if they offer a matching gift program and what steps you need to take to initiate a matching gift.
When completing your matching gift request, please select:
Episcopal School of Jacksonville
4455 Atlantic Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32207
EIN: 59-1147278
For more information or assistance with the matching gift process, please contact Lisa Allen at allenl@esj.org.
ESJ’s financial aid application for the 2027–2028 school year is open for students in Pre-K 3 through Grade 12. Families must apply annually to be considered. We evaluate financial aid awards using Clarity, a secure third-party platform. We keep all application information strictly confidential.
- November 13 – Application Deadline
- Applications submitted after the deadline will not be reviewed by the Financial Aid Committee until early April, after awards have been offered to new families. Please be aware that financial aid may no longer be available at that time.
- January 15 – Award Notification & Re-enrollment
Required Documents:
- 2025 1040 and W2 (auto-imported from IRS)
- Recent paystub(s) or earning statement(s)
Clarity application webinars that will include open Q&A with families.
Dates and Registration Links:
Tuesday September 30, 2026 6 pm ET
Wednesday October 28, 2026 6 pm ET
Questions?
- Email support at support@clarityapp.com
- Clarity phone support at 206-210-3752
- M-F 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
- “HELP” button on the Clarity website
- Application and support available in English and Spanish
- Refer to ESJ’s Financial Aid FAQ for additional information
- Contact the Financial Aid Committee at financialaid@esj.org
For information on the financial aid process and to apply, click here.
As a thank-you for your patience and continued partnership, Lands’ End is offering our school community 40% off with code OURTREAT40. The offer ends October 13.
Use the code when shopping through Lands’ End School Outfitters to take advantage of this special offer.
New This Week
Friday, April 3 (Good Friday)
- No School
Monday, April 6 (Easter Monday)
- No School
Friday, April 17
8:30 a.m.
Hope Hall Art Room
Parents are invited to a “Coffee and Conversation” with The Rev. Adam Greene, Head of School. The Rev. Greene will update us on the school year and allow time for a question-and-answer period.
The CTP 5 results will be available in your child’s My ESJ portal on Friday, March 27
Due to ISEE testing in the gym on April 10, there will be no Friday Flag.
Reminders
Important Upcoming Calendar Dates – Beaches Campus
- October 2 – September Shoutout Free Dress Day/Lower School Family Fun Night (Munnerlyn Campus) 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- October 6 – Pre-K-K Chapel
- October 7 – First-Fifth Grade Chapel – Eucharist
- October 8 – Spirit Dress Day/Parent Association Meeting via Zoom
- October 9 – Parent-Teacher Conference Day (no school for students)
- October 14 – Beaches Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day/Noon Dismissal (Extended Day Program Closed)
- October 15 18 – Fall Break (School Closed)
- October 19 – Professional Development: No School
- October 20 – Pre-K-K Chapel – October Birthday Book
- October 21 – First-Fifth Grade Chapel – October Birthday Book
- October 22 – Visiting Author
- October 23 – October Birthday Free Dress Day/Parent Coffee with Elise Fallucco (8:30 AM | Art Room)
- October 27 – Pre-K-K Chapel
- October 28 – First-Fifth Grade Chapel
- October 30 – Halloween Parade (8:30 a.m.)/Boo Bash (3:00 – 5:00 p.m.)
- November 3 – Pre-K-K Chapel
- November 4 – First-Fifth Grade Chapel – Eucharist
- November 5 – Fifth Grade Pasta Dinner (5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.)
- November 6 – October Shoutout Free Dress Day/Noon Dismissal/Professional Development/Extended Day Program Open
- November 10 – Pre-K-K Chapel – November Birthday Book
- November 11 – First-Fifth Grade Chapel – Veterans Day Recognition
- November 13 – Spirit Dress Day’
- November 17 – Pre-K-K Chapel – Thanksgiving Program
- November 18 – First-Fifth Grade Chapel – November Birthday Book
- November 20 – November Birthday Free Dress Day
- November 23 – 27 – Thanksgiving Holiday: School Closed
- December 1 – Pre-K-K Chapel
- December 2 – First-Fifth Grade Chapel
- December 4 – November Shoutout Free Dress Day/Pre-K 4 Christmas Display (8:20 a.m. – 8:50 a.m.)
- December 8 – Pre-K-K Chapel – December Birthday Book
- December 9 – First-Fifth Grade Chapel – December Birthday Book
- December 10 – December Birthday Free Dress Day
- December 11 – Lessons & Carols (9:00 a.m.)
- December 15 – Pre-K/K Chapel – Pre-K 3 Christmas Performance
- December 16 – First-Fifth Grade Chapel
- December 17 – Spirit Dress Day
- December 18 – Beaches Pajama Day/How The Grinch Stole Christmas/Noon Dismissal/Extended Day Program Closed/End of Semester 1
Dear Families,
We are excited to share that our upcoming Scholastic Book Fair will also include a special opportunity to give back to our community.
This year, we are partnering with a local Title I school to help grow their classroom libraries and provide students with access to books of their own. This school has not had a functioning library for many years, which means students are currently only able to access the books available within their individual classrooms. We would love to help expand their access to stories and resources.
If your family is willing, we encourage you to consider purchasing one additional book during the book fair to donate.
We will also be collecting gently used children’s books that your family may no longer need. These donations are a wonderful way to share stories your children have loved with another child who will cherish them just as much.
A single book may seem small, but it can make a meaningful difference in a child’s life, helping build literacy, confidence, and a love of reading.
There will be designated collection areas at the fair and in the front office for both new and gently used book donations. We are grateful for any participation and appreciate your support in helping us share the joy of reading with others.
Thank you for being such a generous and caring community.
Friday, March 20
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Hope Hall Art Room
Kindergarten – fifth grade parents
Led by Detective Brett Bolton, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Computer Forensic Investigation Unit
Learn how to better protect your children in today’s online world. This Parent Education Event will cover the most common digital risks kids face, including inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and online predators. Det. Bolton will share how grooming and sextortion happen, what role law enforcement can realistically play, and how oversharing personal information can put children at risk. Parents will leave with practical conversation starters and tech strategies that offer real protection at home.
Parent/teacher conferences are Wednesday, March 25. School and extended day programs are closed. Childcare is available during your child’s conference in the Petway Family Performance Center
How to Sign Up for Conferences
Simply log in to the My ESJ Parent Portal and select the “Schedule Parent-Teacher Conferences” button located in the “Important Right Now” section of the parent portal homepage.
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to the Beaches Campus March 24-26, 2026. By choosing their own books, kids are empowered and inspired on their journey to becoming lifelong readers.
Book Fair Volunteers Needed – We’d Love Your Help!
Our Scholastic Book Fair is right around the corner, and we would love the help of our amazing parent community to make it a fun and successful experience for our students! If you are able to volunteer, even for a short time, we would greatly appreciate your help. *Don’t forget to wear your parent name tags.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Monday, March 23 | 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Set-Up Crew
Help us unpack boxes, arrange books, and get everything ready for our students to enjoy the fair.
Tuesday, March 24 | 8:30 AM – 2:45 PM
Student Shopping Day
Volunteers will help check students out with their book purchases and assist teachers as classes visit the fair. It’s a fun way to see the students get excited about books!
Friday, March 27 | 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM (right after Flag)
Pack-Up Crew
Help us pack up the fair and get everything ready to send back to Scholastic
Beaches Campus Dads,
You are invited to attend the Beaches Campus Dads’ Club Spring Meet Up, March 28 at 12:00 p.m. at Hanna Park.
Don’t miss this opportunity for a Spring Dad’s Club fellowship to include beach fishing, cookout, smore’s, and more. All Beaches Campus dads and their children are welcome.
If you plan on attending and interested in more details please contact Patrick Aland or RSVP here!
Sincerely,
Beaches Campus Dads’ Club President
Patrick Aland
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