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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
Registration for Trimester 2 After School Activities is now available.
Once on the registration page, please select the name of the child you wish to sign up. Activities displayed are tailored to each student’s grade and gender.
Please note the following:
- The deadline to register is November 3.
- Due to minimum and maximum participant info, registration does not confirm your child is enrolled. You will receive a final confirmation by November 7 from Melody Harding.
- Activities will begin the week of November 10.
- Payment is due at the time of registration. A child is not registered until payment is made.
- Refunds will not be issued unless the chosen activity does not reach capacity. Please review after school offerings with your children before registering.
VIEW AND REGISTER FOR ACTIVITIES
Spirit Day is Friday, November 20, 2025! Don’t forget to wear your ESJ Spirit Shirt with athletic, denim, or uniform bottoms!
School and Extended Day Programs are closed on Friday, November 21 for faculty professional development.
Episcopal is closed from November 24 – 28 for Thanksgiving Break.
Reminders
Halloween Parade
Friday, October 31 will be a festive day on Beaches Campus! Pre-K 3 – fifth grade students are encouraged to wear their Halloween costume to school! At 8:15 a.m., students will lead a costume parade around the church lawn to share their costumes with parents and friends. Students may remain in their costumes for the festivities that include class parties that day. Costumes should not include a weapon or mask and must not have inappropriate insignias, wording, or embellishments, or political references.
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
- Shelf-Stable Meat (Tuna, Vienna Sausage, etc.)
- Instant Mashed Potatoes
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL of JACKSONVILLE
Beaches Campus
welcomes grandparents and special friends of students in
Pre-K 3 – grade 5 on the Beaches Campus
Wednesday, November 5
Join us for special Chapel services at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, classroom visits, and refreshments in the Petway Family Performance Center.
9:15 a.m.
Chapel (Grade 2 – Grade 5)
10:00 a.m.
Refreshments (All Grades)
10:30 a.m.
Classroom Visits (All Grades)
11:30 a.m.
Chapel (Pre-K – Grade 1)
RSVP
Visit esj.org/grand-beaches for a more detailed agenda and to register to attend
Dear Beaches Campus Parents,
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 2025-2026 school year, via Zoom November 6 at 9:00 a.m.
Upcoming Parent Association Events:
- Boo Bash – Friday, October 24, 2025 | 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Daughter Dance – Thursday, February 12, 2026 | 6:00 p.m.
- Son Event – Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 6:00 p.m.
Sincerely,
Marisa Brighton
2025-2026 Beaches Campus PA President
Attention Beaches Campus parents!
Class Picture Day is on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Please make sure that your child wears the maroon ESJ polo shirt or maroon dresses to be ready for the pictures.
Save the Date: Coffee & Community with Mrs. Ketchum
The Parent Association invites you to join Coffee & Community with Mrs. Ketchum — a chance to gather by grade levels, share conversation, and foster community within our ESJ Campus.
Upcoming Dates:
- Friday, January 9 | Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grade | 8:30 a.m. | first-fifth grade lunch pavilion
These mornings are a wonderful opportunity to connect with Mrs. Ketchum and other parents in your child’s age while enjoying coffee and fellowship. We look forward to sharing more details soon!
Early Dismissal is at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, November 7.
Afternoon Eagles will be open until 6:00 p.m. for pre-registered students.
The Beaches Campus cordially invites you to a special Veterans Day Chapel on Wednesday, November 12 at 8:15 a.m. at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church.
Faculty, staff and families are encouraged to submit Veteran information no later than Friday, November 7 so they may be recognized during the service.
Beaches Campus Dads,
You are invited to attend one of the Beaches Campus Dads’ Club Winter Community Service Projects. The Dads’ Club has organized some projects for the upcoming holiday season (see below):
- Wreaths Across America (December 13) – Jacksonville National Cemetery | 12:00 p.m.
- Feeding Northeast Florida (December 20) – Feeding Northeast Florida Family Day | 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – Need 10 volunteers (students ages 5 and up can participate)
Don’t miss this volunteer opportunity to meet other Beaches Campus dads.
Save the Date for the Spring Dads’ Club Meetup at Hannah Park on Saturday, March 28, 2026
If you plan on volunteering, please RSVP here!
Sincerely,
Patrick Aland, Beaches Campus Dads’ Club President
The Beaches Campus invites you to attend a special Thanksgiving Performance during Pre-K/Kindergarten Chapel on Tuesday, November 18 at 8:15 a.m. Students in Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4, and Kindergarten will be performing a song.
During First – Fifth grade Chapel on Wednesday, November 19 at 8:15 a.m. The Beaches Campus Chorus and Third Grade have prepared a performance to ready our hearts for the Thanksgiving holiday.
The Beaches Campus is excited to host the Fifth Grade Pasta Dinner on Thursday, November 20 | 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. in the Petway Family Performance Center. This annual tradition celebrates our Fifth Graders and guests will be entertained while enjoying an Italian dinner sponsored by V Pizza Catering.
Event Details:
Support our fifth graders as they serve and entertain you in the Petway Family Performance Center!
Dinner provide by V Pizza includes:
- Italian Salad
- Pasta – Layla Cavatappi with Meatballs (House made Vodka sauce, Pecorino Romano, Parmigiano Reggiano, Fresh Basil, cavatappi). *Vegetarian sauce available
- Fresh baked Focaccia Bread
- Cannoli for dessert
Registration will open Saturday, November 1.
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