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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
The ESJ parent book study will meet Tuesday 9/29 after drop off (8:15 a.m.) in room J214 by the pool observation deck on Jangro Stadium.
Our book is The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better. We will be discussing chapters 2 and 3, but you do not need to have read to participate.
Other meeting dates for the Fall semester are 10/13 & 11/17. Please contact Jim Caserta with any questions jimcaserta@gmail.com or 336-416-8471.
We invite all junior parents to join us for a meeting with the College Counselors on September 17 at 8:15 am in the Busey Boardroom, located on the third floor of the Haskell Center. We will also hold a virtual meeting that evening at 5:30 pm (login details will be sent prior to the meeting).
Join us to connect with the College Counseling team, hear updates from this semester, and learn what’s ahead for the class of 2028. We’ll share key dates, recent highlights, and next steps.
Additionally, please save the date for the College Knowledge: Grade 11 Basics event on December 1 at 6:00 p.m. in Harden Hall, located on the first floor of the Haskell Center. During this session, the counselors will provide an in-depth look into the college search and application process.
Parents are always welcome to reach out to their child’s College Counselor with questions or concerns.
College Counseling is hosting a series of application help opportunities in September and October. 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.
- Drop-in application clinics in the College Counseling / Towers House for seniors to work on their applications with the help of their College Counseling team (and snacks)! Students can come for an hour or stay the whole time!
- Saturday, September 12 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and
- Wednesday, October 14 from 8:30 am – 12:00 pm (PSAT day)
- Students should RSVP (must be logged in to their ESJ account) for planning purposes; though drop-ins are welcome!
- ‘Office Hours in the Buck’ every Tuesday and Thursday during each class period from September 8 to October 29. A counselor will be available in the glass pod closest to the nurse’s entrance to assist seniors with any application questions.
ESJ Global Trip: Iceland: June 9-18, 2027
$5,900 – Current 9th-11th Grade Students
The purpose of this science-based trip is to introduce students to the unique and vibrant geology of Iceland and to witness firsthand the active processes of Earth formation, the regional impacts of climate change, environmental challenges, and both blue and green sustainability measures. With the oldest continuously running parliament in the world (established in 930AD), topping the World Index of Gender Equality, and the highest percentage of renewable energy use of any country in the world, there’s much more to discover than geology in this tiny island state in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean.
During the trip, students will learn more about these features through daily outdoor excursions and by experiencing the local culture, which blends modernity with elves and a heritage harkening back to the Vikings. We will visit some of the youngest landmasses on Earth, witness the impact of a warmer climate on the island’s glaciers, learn about natural hazards in the Westman Islands (dubbed Pompeii of the North), hear about the Sagas that inspired both Tolkien and the Marvel movies, eat rye bread baked in the bubbling mud of the ground, and experience animal life in the form of puffins, horses, and sheep (which outnumber the humans). Amid relaxation in geothermal pools, breathtaking waterfalls, and the tranquility of unspoiled natural wonders, we will soak in a country that inspires imagination in one of the most geologically active places in the world.
Be on the lookout for more information and sign-up links coming after the Global Programs Assembly on September 18!
Marti Baugh
Iceland Program Leader
baughm@esj.org
Reminders
Chapel Dress is required of ALL students on this day.
On September 9, ALL students will attend their first class of the day (3rd period) from 8:05 a.m. – 9:10 a.m. (This is NOT a late start). At 9:10 a.m., ALL students will go to Advisory.
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- Cathedral Day (Holy Eucharist)
Students in grades 7, 9, and 12 will get on the bus with their advisor to go to St. John’s Cathedral. All students will stay with their Advisory for the Holy Eucharist at the Cathedral.
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- Seniors will NOT be permitted to drive themselves to the Cathedral. All students must ride the bus to the Cathedral.
- After the service, students will return to campus. Period 4 begins at 11:00 a.m.
- Students will have both Activities period and Lunch periods. The day will end with the final two classes (periods 5 & 6).
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- Chapel at ESJ (Holy Eucharist)
Students in grades 6, 8, 10, and 11 will stay on campus for Chapel/Holy Eucharist all together followed by Spiritual Life activities.
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- After Chapel and the activities in advisory, students will go to their next class. Period 4 begins at 11:00 a.m.
- Students will have both Activities period and Lunch periods. The day will end with the final two classes (periods 5 & 6).
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Whether you’re new to Episcopal or a returning family, we hope you’ll join us on Thursday, September 10, for an opportunity to connect with other parents and kick off the school year together.
Come meet our new families, learn about the Parent Association, and hear from our Social Chairs as they share the exciting events and opportunities they’ve planned throughout the year. It’s a great way to build new friendships, reconnect with familiar faces, and discover how you can be part of our welcoming school community.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Gooding Board Room in Bryan Library
September 10, 8:15 – 9:15 a.m.
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