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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
Come be a part of our holiday choral tradition at the St. John’s Cathedral. You’re invited to the Choral Concert: Shout for Joy, being held on Friday, December 5.
All of our choral ensembles are back again this year, including the faculty choir, to bring you Disney-themed songs of the season. The music is familiar, uplifting and exciting- a perfect way to kick off the holiday season. And yes, the FANS-sponsored reception will once again feature the ever popular chocolate fountain.
There is no cost for this performance and tickets are not required; however, seating is limited, so come early for the best seats. If you have any questions, please reach out to Courtney Diaz at diazc@esj.org. See you at the concert!
We are excited to announce that the yearbook ordering process is currently underway and will now be done within Veracross.
Please use this link emailed to you on Monday, November 10, if you wish to purchase a yearbook for your student(s).
Each book is $95, and orders must be submitted by the end of Friday, November 21. We will not be able to add any orders after the aforementioned deadline and will have limited extras when the books arrive at the end of the school year.
Please note: If you have a senior, the cost of the yearbook is included in your tuition. No action is required.
The next parent book study will be Tuesday, February 24, after drop off in room J-214 (near the pool observation terrace).
We will discuss Chapter 11: Future Growth: Part One. Other meeting dates for the spring semester are 3/17 and 3/31. Please contact Jim Caserta with any questions jimcaserta@gmail.com or 336-416-8471.
Reminders
Thursday, December 11 is an Early Dismissal at 11:35 a.m. for all students. This schedule enables students to see teachers with questions prior to 11:35 and to study for exams.
6th Grade Information:
Sixth grade students will have ERB testing administered the last week of classes during the school day and on Friday, December 12. Students do not come to campus Monday – Thursday, December 15 – 18, because they do not take course exams during Exam Week. The last day for sixth grade students will be Friday, December 12.
6th Grade ERB Testing Schedule: Students report to the same location where ERB testing has occurred throughout the week.
Friday, December 12
8:30 – 10:45 AM
ERB
8:30 AM start for ERBs with accommodations
7th Grade Exam Information & Schedule:
Seventh grade students will take exams in Math, English, and World Language at the beginning of the exam period and ERB tests (standardized tests) at the end of the exam period. Standard Exams for seventh grade students will be administered in the Alumni Gym. Exam schedules will be available in My ESJ.
Standard exams will be administered 8:30 AM -10:30 AM on Friday, Monday, and Tuesday. Students must arrive on campus by 8:15 AM and be picked up by 10:45 AM for standard exams or use the library for quiet study. Standard ERBs will be on Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30 AM – 10:45 AM. Students should arrive by 8:15 AM and be picked up at the conclusion of the testing time.
Exams administered with accommodations will begin at 11:30 AM on Friday, Monday, and Tuesday. Students should arrive on campus by 11:15 AM. ERBs will be administered beginning at 8:30 AM on Wednesday and Thursday.
7th Grade Exam Schedule:
Friday, December 12
8:30 – 10:30 AM
Mathematics
11:30 AM start for
Mathematics exams with accommodations
Monday, December 15
8:30 – 10:30 AM
English
11:30 AM start for
English exams with accommodations
Tuesday, December 16
8:30 – 10:30 AM
World Language
11:30 AM start for World Language exams with accommodations
Wednesday, December 17
8:30 – 10:45 AM
ERB
8:30 AM start for ERBs with accommodations
Thursday, December 18
8:30 – 10:45 AM
ERB
8:30 AM start for ERBs with accommodations
8th Grade Exam Information & Schedule:
Eighth grade students will take exams in Math, English, Science, History, and World Language. Exams for eighth grade students will be administered in the Semmes Gym. Exam schedules will be available in My ESJ.
Standard exams will be administered 8:30 AM -10:30 AM on Friday and Monday through Thursday. Students must arrive on campus by 8:15 AM, and be picked up by 10:45 AM for standard exams or use the library for quiet study.
Exams administered with accommodations will begin at 11:30 AM on Friday and Monday through Wednesday. Students should arrive on campus by 11:15 AM. Thursday’s exam with accommodations will begin at 8:30 AM; students should arrive by 8:15 AM.
8th Grade Exam Schedule:
Friday, December 12
8:30 – 10:30 AM
Mathematics
11:30 AM start for
Mathematics exams with accommodations
Monday, December 15
8:30 – 10:30 AM
English
11:30 AM start for English exams with accommodations
Tuesday, December 16
8:30 – 10:30 AM
Science
11:30 AM start for Science exams with accommodations
Wednesday, December 17
8:30 – 10:30 AM
History
11:30 AM start for History exams with accommodations
Thursday, December 18
8:30 – 10:30 AM
World Language
8:30 AM start for World Language exams with accommodations
Exam Week Quiet Study
The Bryan Library will be open Friday and Monday through Wednesday 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM and Thursday 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM.
Questions and Absences
If you have any questions or your child is ill during exam week, please contact Melanie Noir-Jones, the Academic Operations Manager, at noir-jonesm@esj.org or 904.396.5751, extension 1125.
Thursday, December 11 is an Early Dismissal at 11:35 a.m. for all students. This schedule enables students to see teachers with questions prior to 11:35 and to study for exams.
Exam Information & Schedule:
Upper school students will take exams in all core subjects. Teachers will notify students of the location of individual course exams. Check My ESJ under Daily Schedule for updated information about exam location.
Standard exams will be administered 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM Friday through Thursday. Students must arrive on campus by 8:15 AM and be picked up by 10:45 AM for standard exams or use the library for quiet study.
Exams administered with accommodations will begin at 11:30 AM Friday through Wednesday and students should arrive on campus by 11:15 AM. Thursday’s exams with accommodations will begin at 8:30 AM; students should arrive by 8:15 AM.
Upper School Exam Schedule:
Friday, December 12
8:30 – 10:30 AM
Mathematics
11:30 AM start for Mathematics exams with accommodations
Monday, December 15
8:30 – 10:30 AM
English
11:30 AM start for English exams with accommodations
Tuesday, December 16
8:30 – 10:30 AM
Science
11:30 AM start for Science exams with accommodations
Wednesday, December 17
8:30 – 10:30 AM
History
11:30 AM start for History exams with accommodations
Thursday, December 18
8:30 – 10:30 AM
World Language
(8:30 start for both standard exams & exams with accommodations)
Exam Week Quiet Study
The Bryan Library will be open Friday and Monday through Wednesday 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM and Thursday 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM.
Questions and Absences
If you have any questions or your child is ill during exam week, please contact Melanie Noir-Jones, the Academic Operations Manager, at noir-jonesm@esj.org or 904.396.5751, extension 1125.
Please join us for our next FANS meeting on Thursday, January 15, from 8:15-9:15 a.m. in the Fine Arts Lounge located in the Munnerlyn Center. We’ll have coffee and treats, and we look forward to gathering together in support of the Fine Arts program!
Upcoming FANS meeting dates for this school year:
- January 15
- February 19
- March 19
- April 16
- May 7
Fine Arts Nurturing Students (FANS) is a parent volunteer organization that enhances the fine arts experience for every Episcopal student and the entire ESJ community. FANS provides essential support to our fine arts students and faculty. As an Episcopal parent, you are automatically a member of every parent organization, including FANS!
Join us for Coffee & Conversation with the Office of Student Life / Deans
- Friday, November 14
- 8:15 AM
- Gooding Boardroom, ESJ Library
Join us and fellow parents in the Goodman Boardroom of the Library for coffee and conversation as we welcome the Office of Student Life / Deans. They’ll lead an engaging discussion on AI in education, feedback channels, philosophy and approach to students, and procedures.
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect directly with school leadership and other families — we’d love to see you there!
College Counseling will host a College Knowledge information session for juniors and their parents on December 2 at 6:00 p.m. in the Sikes Theatre. During this session, the college counselors will share important information about the college process and timeline to help families make informed decisions. There will be time for Q&A. We hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please contact Traci Cory at coryt@esj.org.
The ESJ Fine Arts Department is proud to present Autumn Leaves, brought to you by the ESJ Instrumental Music Ensembles.
The concert takes place at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 20 in the Deming Theatre. Come enjoy energetic, high paced music played by the beginning, middle school, and upper school bands. Swing to the music of the jazz band. Selections include season favorites such as Carol of the Bells, Nutcracker Suite, Carol for Coventry, Jingle Bells, and much more!
General admission tickets are now available for $15 at esj.booktix.com.
ESJ students are free when they show their student ID upon entrance.
We’d love your help! Whether you have a little time or a lot, your involvement makes a huge difference.
Join our amazing team of parent volunteers—there’s something for everyone! Sign up today and be part of what makes our school community so special.
The official ESJ Graduation Announcements can now be ordered at jostens.com. The deadline to place your order is December 1.
Class of 2027, it is time to order your Class Rings. You can design your own ring or order the classic Episcopal signet ring by visiting Jostens.com. All orders must be placed by December 1, to guarantee a spring delivery.
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