Episcopal Insider
Munnerlyn Campus
September 6, 2024
All Campuses
Whatās Next:
Payment Plan
- Monthly payment plan begins April 1 for Pre-K 3 through grade 12.
- Annual and Semi-annual payments are due April 1.
AutoPay
- AutoPay must be selected each year for each student.
- In your Parent Portal go to āView/Pay Statement.ā If the 2025-2026 statement is on AutoPay,Ā
will be displayed. If you have not enabled AutoPay, “N/A” will be displayed. - Register for VCPay to enable AutoPay for 2025-2026.Ā Ā
Tuition Refund Insurance
- TRI is now billed on the April statement if it was selected during the enrollment process. If you no longer need it, email [email protected] to remove the charge prior to July 1.Ā
- To add this insurance, email [email protected] to add the charge. Insurance must be added prior to July 1.
- Please refer to the TRI brochure for specific coverage details. With added coverage this year, adjustments to selections cannot be made after July 1.Ā
School Choice Funding
- Apply for or Renew your Scholarship. Step Up for Students
- Email a screenshot of the Award ID to [email protected].
- ESJ will register your student as soon as the portal is available to ESJ.
- You will be notified as soon as ESJ registers the student so you can approve the registration.
- Once parent/guardian approval is completed, ESJ will apply a credit to the statement according to the tuition payment plan selected.
Episcopal parents – Donāt miss the opportunity to join us for a Parent Coffee event, as The Rev. Adam Greene, Head of School, speaks on each campus. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee, connect with fellow parents, and engage in meaningful conversation.
Event Dates:
March 21 at the Beaches Campus
- 8:30 a.m. after Friday Flag in the Art Room
March 27 at the St. Markās Campus
- 8:10 a.m. in the Steve Williams Library and Learning Center
April 3 at the Munnerlyn Campus
- 8:15 a.m. in Harden Hall located in the Haskell Center for Science and Student Life
We hope to see you there.
New This Week
College Counseling is hosting another drop-in application clinic in the College Counseling / Towers House for seniors to work on their applications with the help of their College Counseling team (and snacks)!Ā
Wednesday, October 16 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (PSAT day)
Whether your student is knee-deep in their application process or just getting started, their college counselors will be available to assist them and answer questions about applications, self-reported academic records (SSAR), college essays, resumes, and more. They can come for an hour or stay the whole time! Students should RSVP (must be logged in to their ESJ account) for planning purposes; though drop-ins are welcome!
Dear Parents and Students,
One of the important annual events on the school calendar is the Holy Eucharist at St. Johnās Cathedral. Episcopal School of Jacksonville began in 1966 as a result of the vision and persistence of the Dean, Vestry, and people of the Cathedral. We celebrate our historic link with the Cathedral in Eucharistic worship because that is where the mission and ministry of our school were born.Ā
This year, students in 7th, 9th, and 12th grades will go to St. Johnās Cathedral to participate in the Holy Eucharist at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 11. These students will worship at the Cathedral, where our great school was founded.Ā They will meet the Cathedral clergy, worship in this sacred space, and hear the beautiful organ music.
Students in 6th, 8th, 10th and 11th grades will stay on campus on Wednesday, September 11.Ā They will also participate in the Holy Eucharist.Ā They will gather in the Deming Theatre after their first class.Ā After the Holy Eucharist they will go to advisory where they will engage in Spiritual Life activities.
On September 11, ALL students will attend their first class of the day (6th period) from 8:05 a.m. – 9:10 a.m.Ā At 9:10 a.m., students will go to Advisory.Ā Ā
Chapel Dress is required of ALL students on this day.
- Students in grades 7,9, and 12 will get on the bus with their advisor and will stay with their Advisory through the program at the Cathedral which will include the Holy Eucharist.Ā
- Seniors will not be permitted to drive themselves to the Cathedral. All students must ride the bus to the Cathedral.Ā
- After the service, students will return to campus. They will go to Advisory and then have both Activities period and Lunch period.Ā Ā
- Students in grades 6, 8, 10, and 11 will stay on campus for Chapel/Holy Eucharist all together followed by Spiritual Life activities based in their advisory.
Following these special events, all students will continue with their regular schedule including 7th period, Activities/Lunch periods and then the final two class periods of the day (periods 1 and 2).
Student attendance is required at school and at St. Johnās Cathedral. Parents are always welcome to attend Chapel services at Episcopal School of Jacksonville, the Cathedral, and all other school Chapel services.Ā
Faithfully,
Teresa Seagle
Dance Ensemble parents are invited to attend the Dance Ensemble Parent Meeting in the Sikes Theatre on Thursday, September 12. from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Please contact Dawn Maldonado, Dance Director, with any questions at [email protected].
All parents are invited to attend the Bash Kickoff meeting at the Walton Boathouse (6757 Atlantic Blvd.) on Monday October 14. Feel free to come to the Boathouse after drop-off. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. Come see the beautiful location and learn about the many opportunities available on the Bash Committee. This is a great way to get involved, meet new people and have fun. If you have any questions about Bash or the meeting, please contact Jennifer Windley atĀ [email protected].
Our 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students will take the CollegeBoard digital administration of the PSATĀ on Wednesday, October 16.Ā
Students completed a device survey in Advisory this week to help us identify students who can test on their own device. CollegeBoardās āBluebookā software does not run on individually owned Chromebooks. Students who are Chromebook users will be assigned a school-owned device for on-campus use on their testing day.Ā
Over the next few weeks, students will download or sign into their preexisting āBluebookā software. Information about PSAT preparation and testing will be shared in upcoming editions of the Insider.
Reminders
Boosters Meeting Dates:
September 6
October 4
November 1
January 10
February 7
March 7
April 4
May 2
Episcopal School of Jacksonville encourages parents of 9th, 10th, and 11thĀ graders to attend a critical and timely webinar:
What Every Parent Needs to Know Now about Paying Less for College
Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 7:00 PM (Eastern)
If you are within 4 years of sending a child to college, now is the time to think strategically about how best to cover ā and reduce – your share of costs, regardless of your income or assets.
Topics include:
- Regardless of income or assets, you may be eligible for significant scholarships, grants, and merit money.Ā Donāt assume you wonāt qualify!
- Structuring your businesses, assets, real estate, taxes and debt before the college years can make a substantial difference in your college costs and the amount you pay out-of-pocket.
- Paying for college shouldnāt jeopardize your retirement or financial well-being.
Attend the Zoom webinar from the privacy of your home.
Pre-registration is required ā Click here to secure your spot.
This program is presented by SMARTTRACKĀ® College Funding.
If you would like to support ESJ Fine Arts, please join us for a FANS meeting on Thursday, November 21,Ā in theĀ Fine Arts lounge located in the Munnerlyn Center from 8:15 a.m. ā 9:15 a.m. After the meeting, we will decorate the Christmas tree in the Munnerlyn Center. We always have coffee and treats, so please join us in support of the Fine Arts program!
FineĀ ArtsĀ NurturingĀ Students is a parent volunteer organization that serves to enhance the fine arts experience for every Episcopal student and the entire ESJ community. FANS provides essential support to the fine artsā students and faculty. As an Episcopal parent, you are automatically a member of every parent organization, including FANS!
Last call for a great night in the Sky Deck, exclusively reserved for our group behind home plate. Dads (and their families) are welcome. The price is $50 per personĀ and includes admission to the game, unlimited buffet, soda and water, and premier seating in our area. PleaseĀ Venmo Kevin Davidsen at @kevin-davidsen by September 15Ā and include your full name in the Venmo order. For those who sign up, tickets will be held in your name at Will Call.
The game is Wednesday, September 18, begins at 7:05 p.m. and food and drink will be available from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.!
Unlimited Buffet includes:Ā Grilled BBQ Chicken Breast, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Loaded Potato Salad, Fresh Fruit Salad, Homestyle Coleslaw, Double Chocolate Brownies, Fresh Baked Cookies, Soda and Water. Private Bar with Beer and Wine is available forĀ purchaseĀ during the food service.
Please join the Parents Association in partnership with FANS, Boosters, and the Dads’ Club in welcoming Reverend Greene at the PA meeting on Friday, September 20. Reverend Greene will be providing a Coffee Chat on the state of the school.
The Coffee Chat begins at 8:15 a.m. in Harden Hall (the dining hall located in the Haskell Center for Science and Student Life).
We hope to see you there.
ā Beth Gibson, PA President,Ā [email protected]