Episcopal Insider
Munnerlyn Campus
March 14, 2025
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- Survey link for Lower School parents
- Survey Link for Middle and Upper School parents
- * For families with students on a Lower School campus and the Munnerlyn Campus, each parent is able to take a survey for Lower School and a survey for Middle and Upper School.
The ESJ Fine Arts Department is proud to present Shrek the Musical. The performances are at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, and Friday, April 25, and at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, in the Deming Theatre (located in the Munnerlyn Center for Worship and Fine Arts on the Munnerlyn Campus).
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure of a green ogre and a wise-cracking donkey who embark on a journey to save the land from an evil lord and rescue a lovely princess from a terrible fate. But why does the princess keep running away?
As part of our celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Munnerlyn Center for Worship and Fine Arts, Shrek the Musical will also feature an appearance by alumni from Peter Pan, the first production ever in the Deming Theatre.
General admission tickets are now available for $20 at esj.booktix.com. ESJ students are free. Shrek the Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
Come see us Thursday, April 3, and Friday April 4, in our temporary location in the Buck Center Lobby (located on the Munnerlyn Campus) and shop for 25% – 50% off select merchandise (including Dennis/Mills uniforms) with additional items marked down lower!
Check our Instagram account @esj.campusstore for more details and shop early for the best selection!
Reminders
Do you want a chance to win* two tickets to ESJ’s performance of Shrek AND support Fine Arts at Episcopal?
Please join us for a FANS meeting on Thursday, March 20, from 8:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. in the Fine Arts lounge located in the Munnerlyn Center. We always have coffee and treats, so please join us in support of the Fine Arts program! (*must be present to win)
Fine Arts Nurturing Students (FANS) 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 Arts’ students and faculty. As an Episcopal parent, you are automatically a member of every parent organization, including FANS!
ESJ Fine Arts is excited to invite you to the first annual Jazz at the Haskell Festival featuring the ESJ Jazz Band, the ESJ Jazz Combo, the Treebark Quartet, and special guests from UNF’s Jazz program: R.J. and the Fusion Bunch.
This fun event is being held Tuesday, March 25, outside of the Haskell Center at 6:00 p.m. Come relax and listen to jazz while enjoying the view of the river. Bring a picnic cloth or camp chairs and enjoy free coffee from Cup of Job. Snacks will be available for purchase. This event is free, so bring all your friends and family. Parking will be under the bridge.
For more information, please reach out to Melissa Salek at salekm@esj.org.
Dear Students and Parents,
On Friday, March 28, 2025, we will be traveling to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in Folkston, GA, for an interdisciplinary experiential learning trip. Our day will include a boat ride through the Okefenokee Swamp, a historical tour of the Chesser Homestead, a boardwalk hike, and a nature documentary and ranger talk at the visitor center. Students will actively engage in learning by using a field guide and nature journal throughout the trip.
Students should arrive at school by 7:15 a.m. and report to their Advisory. We expect to return to campus around 5:00 p.m. The school will send a text notification to parents when we leave the park with an ETA and 30 minutes prior to returning to campus. Pickup will take place at the Munnerlyn Center.
Important Reminders:
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- Lunch will be provided; students do not need to bring money.
- Episcopal spirit dress is allowed; however, students must wear closed-toe shoes that tie for safety.
- Students must dress for the weather and be prepared to be outdoors all day.
- Students are encouraged to bring a small backpack with:
- Water bottle
- Snacks
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Phone or digital camera
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Cornais at cornaiss@esj.org.
We look forward to a great day of exploration and learning!
Prom 2025: Vintage Safari
Step into the adventure of a lifetime as we transform the Jacksonville Zoo into a vintage safari escape. Surrounded by the charm of the untamed, enjoy an evening of elegance, mystery, and discovery.
Location:
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
370 Zoo Parkway
Date:
April 12, 2025
7:00 – 10:30 PM
Whether you’re dancing under the stars or exploring the night with friends, this is one journey you won’t want to miss. For any questions, please contact Courtney McCaughey at ext. 1174 or mccaugheyc@esj.org #Prom2025 #AdventureAwaits
This is a special time for our community as we prepare for Senior Honors Convocation, Baccalaureate, and Commencement. The next few months are going to pass quickly. Coupled with senior exams, AP exams, and many academic challenges comes the task of keeping track of all the events that you must attend. Attached please find a calendar listing all the events that seniors must attend in preparation for Commencement.
Parents are invited to attend several of these functions as noted in the calendar. Please note the proper dress for each occasion. Caps and gowns will be distributed on Thursday, May 15. At Commencement, please do not hold more than twelve seats for your family. Remember that seats are available on a first come first served basis and that a family member must be present to hold seats.