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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
Leaping lizards! Come and see that the “sun will come out tomorrow” at ESJ Middle School Theatre’s production of Annie Jr! Performances are January 28-29 at 6PM and January 30 at 5 and 7PM in the Sikes Theatre.
This heartwarming musical follows the story of an orphan named Annie living a “hard-knock life” at The New York City Municipal Orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie dreams of being reunited with her parents and takes action to find them. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations, befriends President Franklin Roosevelt and finds a new family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Tickets are now available at esj.booktix.com.
Tickets are $15 for general admission. ESJ students are free, but must have a ticket as space in the Sikes Theatre is limited. No late entry due to the layout of the stage in the Sikes Theatre. Please plan accordingly.
For more information, please contact Courtney Diaz at diazc@esj.org.
Hi Parents,
We’re launching a fun, low-key way to help parents connect — and we’re looking for Grade-Level Social Chairs for 6th–12th grades.
Social Chairs help bring parents together by organizing casual, optional get-togethers, such as:
- Coffee meetups
- Cocktails at a local restaurant
- Park or outdoor meetups
Meet for a drink or dinner before a home sporting event.
This role is all about building community and connection within each grade. Helping parents get to know one another in a relaxed, welcoming way.
Ideally, we’d love to have two Social Chairs per grade. Chairs may continue with their grade year-to-year or rotate annually — totally flexible! We’re excited to kick this off mid-year and grow it moving forward.
Interested or want to learn more?
Email: melanie.setina.davis@gmail.com
Call/Text: 804.539.4025
We’d love your help creating meaningful connections within our school community!
Warmly,
Melanie Davis, Parent Association President
Hello 7th Grade Parents,
You’re invited to join the Parents’ Association and Parent Ambassadors for a casual morning of coffee and conversation! It’s a great opportunity to meet other 7th grade parents, ask questions, share experiences, and enjoy fellowship and friendship.
Whether you want to talk through a concern, make a new friend, or simply connect with our ESJ community, this time is for you.
- Date: Tuesday, January 13
- Time: 8:15 AM
- Location: Blueberry Artisan Cafe, 3247 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207
If you can, please RSVP to melanie.setina.davis@gmail.com
Warmly,
ESJ Parent Association & Parent Ambassadors
Try Sailing with Episcopal!
No experience? No problem! Middle School and Upper School students are invited to join the Episcopal Sailing Team, led by Florida Yacht Club’s Coach Nogay Dokmeci and Matthew King.
- Practices: Mondays and Thursdays, 3:45–6:45 p.m.
- Location: Florida Yacht Club, Ortega – transportation available
- Varsity and JV compete across the Southeast; 8th grade sailors race in one home regatta each season.
- Open House: Sunday, Feb. 1, 9:30–11:30 a.m. Come check out the boats, meet the team, and enjoy bagels and donuts!
Questions? Email Coach at sailing@thefyc.org or Team Mom at cornaiss@esj.org
Reminders
Bash 2026 – Celebrating 60 Years of Episcopal is January 31. This is a party you won’t want to miss!
Make sure to grab a group of friends and purchase tickets today. Tickets are limited and may sell out before the RSVP deadline.
For more information about Bash and to purchase tickets visit the website here.
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!
Attention Parents! Have your student clean out their closets with uniforms and spirit wear that no longer fit and let other Eagles enjoy them!
Uniform collection will be held Tuesday, January 6 – Thursday, January 15. Bins will be at both Upper and Middle School drop offs, along with the Welcome Center daily.
The free uniform exchange event will be held Tuesday, January 20 from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM outside of the Haskell Center lobby.
Volunteers are needed Friday, January 16 at 1:15 PM to hang and sort donated items, and Tuesday, January 20 from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM to set up, work the event time, and break down. Please text Heather Douglas at 904-588-4600 if you are able to help!
Episcopal School of Jacksonville Rowing
The spring championship season of rowing is beginning and open to any and all, with no experience needed. Rowing builds strength, fitness, teamwork, commitment, and responsibility. Below, you will find more specific information for new and returning students. We welcome you to come out and give the sport a try!
Upper School Rowing – Begins January 9
Returning and new Upper School students will be taught the fundamentals of this great sport and learn teamwork and sport specific fitness to build into the spring season.
- When- Monday through Friday- 3:45 to 6pm, beginning January 7 through April 29
- Where- Episcopal School of Jacksonville, Walton Boathouse, 6757 Atlantic Blvd. Jacksonville 32211
- Winter sport athletes will begin upon completion of their respective winter season.
- Questions- email Episcopal Rowing Program Director Mike Alton at altonm@esj.org
- Sign Up LINK
Middle School – Begins Monday January 20
- What- Rowing program for Middle School age students 6th grade and up.
- When- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday- 3:45 to 5:45pm, beginning January 20 through March 27
- ESJ Knight Property Shuttle transports students to practice.
- Winter sport athletes will begin upon completion of their respective winter season.
- Questions- email Episcopal Rowing Program Director Mike Alton at altonm@esj.org
- Sign up LINK or contact Coach Alton via email.
The practice location is the Walton Boathouse at 6757 Atlantic Blvd on the Knight Sports Campus. Students will be transported via an Episcopal Shuttle after school, departing at 3:35 from in front of the Munnerlyn Center to the Boathouse.
Student pick-up will be at the Boathouse via the entrance at the eastern end of the Tennis Courts at the address above. Students taking the shuttle will be returned to campus to catch the Beaches or Westside Shuttle home.
Practice Attire- Water bottle, sneakers, athletic shorts and t-shirt. (performance wicking T-shirt is best in the heat)
EL2 Physical & EL3 Paperwork must be completed and uploaded in My ESJ using the Magnus Portal.
Recent Graduates in the last 12 years, who have continued to row in college, have attended the following schools:
Boston University, Boston College, Bucknell, Cornell, Duke, Fordham, Jacksonville University, MIT, Rollins, United States Naval Academy, University of Alabama, University of Louisville, University of North Carolina, University of Tennessee, University of Texas, Stetson, Princeton University, and UCLA.
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