Middle School Students Recognized

Middle School Students Recognized

Eighth grade Middle School awards were presented through the month of May during Chapel and assemblies in the Munnerlyn Center. Honored Middle School students included:

Middle School Awards:

Kay Zambetti Christian Service Award: Awarded to the student whose activities on behalf of others are so outstanding as to warrant special recognition.

2025-2026 Recipient – Louise Joseph

Great Oak Award of Distinction: Awarded to the student who has made outstanding contributions to every aspect of school life: academic, athletic, fine arts, character, service, and honor.

2025-2026 Recipients – Jaylah Thompson and Justice Turpin

Mary of Bethany Award: The Mary of Bethany Award is presented annually to an Episcopal School of Jacksonville eighth grader who exemplifies a deep and abiding faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. The award recognizes a student who lives out their faith through participation in Chapel and in other ways at the school.

2025-2026 Recipient – Hank Mairs

Middle School Fine Arts Awards:

Excellence in Middle School Visual Art: Stella Barnickel
Excellence in Middle School Performing Art: Asa Black

Middle School Athletic Awards:

Best All Around Athlete
Male – James Hartman
Female – Olivia Davis

Best Single Sport Athlete
Male – Justice Turpin
Female – Molly Davidson

Best Athlete-Scholar
Male – Jones Swallow
Female – Simryn Chokshi

Pete Ober Sportsmanship Award
Male – Ben Jenkins
Female – Bella McGarity