New Pre-K Curriculum Builds Foundation to Literacy Success
āABC is easy as 123!ā Or, is it?Ā Blending and segmenting complex or unfamiliar words in reading is second nature for adults. For example, while exploring Hawaii, Carley Baggs, Pre-Primary Director, pronounced ‘HaleakalÄ National Park’ by breaking it down into chunks or syllables (huh-lay-aa-kuh-laa). For Pre-K students, however, manipulating the parts of words is…
Fine Arts Chapel Celebrates Isaiah 2:3
ESJ’s annual Fine Arts Chapel was presented for Middle and Upper School students in the Deming Theatre on Wednesday, September 20. The program consisted of a performance selections titled “Rampage” by the combined Wind Ensembles, and a performance of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah.” Honors Dance 4 students performed a dance to the song “Oceans” with choreography…
New Early Learning Program Curriculum Highlights Learning Through Discovery
āWhat did my child do at school today?ā is a question often pondered among parents of young children. With newly emerging communication skills, one and two-year-olds may not recap their days to mom and dad. If they could, ESJ students might tell you about all the ways they learned through active participatory learning, a concept…
Students Use 3D Design to Bring Classroom Studies to Life
St. Markās Campus fifth graders recently brought their studies on Native American culture to life thanks to a 3D design application, 3D printer, and a lot of imagination. They used ipads and computers to develop realistic three-dimensional prototypes for long houses, tepees, pueblo homes, and other historic artifacts in the Innovation Lab. Complete renderings created…
Junior Eagles Cheer Experience at Episcopal
Cheer Program Director invites your students in Grades 1 ā 5 to cheer with the ESJ varsity team at the football game on Friday, October 20 (Family Fun Night). We are excited to have our lower school campuses on the Munnerlyn Campus for Friday night lights at Episcopal. Registration is now closed. What to Wear:Ā …
Student Government Members Inducted
At the Student Government induction ceremony Tuesday students heard from all three members of the Student Government Cabinet about their vision for this school year. This year’s cabinet includes: Katie Frick ’24 (student body president), Jon Ritchie ’25 (student body vice president), and Robert Adams ’26 (student body secretary). After being inducted into office, Katie…
Rebecca Campbell Joins Visual Arts Department
Rebecca Campbell, the Upper Schoolās new Draw/Paint/Print instructor, joins the Visual Arts Department this year with diverse art experience and a commitment to helping students find āthe zone.ā āThis is when an artist is relaxed and feels safe, and can concentrate on their practice,ā she says. āThis āzoneāā¦ is when the magic happens.ā Ms. Campbell…
Word of the Year Inspires Goal Setting Among Students
Third – fifth grade students recently completed the book āOne Word for Kidsā with Ms. Trumpler, Media Specialist. The concept behind this book is to encourage children to choose a single word that represents a goal, aspiration, or value they want to embody throughout the year. Ā It asks the question, āOnce you know your word,…
Students Collaborate to Create Quilt Project
A huge, colorful quilt graces the wall in the Hope Hall Art Room, where students had the chance to create a piece of the collaborative art project. The project, inspired by traditional quilt patterns and the basic rules of composition, was originally designed by art educator Don Massey.Ā Each student chose a square piece of…
Record Attendance for Parentsā Night Out
The St. Markās Campus Parentsā Association (PA), led by Courtney McCormick, Chair, and Hannah Williford, Co-Chair, hosted a Parentsā Night Out event following a campus-wide Open House on Thursday, August 24. With record-breaking attendance, the annual event provided parents the opportunity to mingle and sign up to volunteer for the coming school year.Ā āThis…
Dance Auditions Complete, Guest Artists Selected
Middle and Upper School Dance Ensembles completed auditions this week. Dancers will perform in ESJ’s annual dance concert in February, with choreography by select guest artists. Dancers have grown all summer by participating in various dance programs. Elizabeth Stovall ’25 was able to participate in several summer intensives, including with the Florida Ballet, Oklahoma City…
Steve Williams Library and Learning Center Dedicated in Memory of Beloved Teacher
On Sunday, more than 200 donors gathered for the official opening and dedication of the Steve Williams Library and Learning Center. Following remarks from The Rev. Adam Greene, Head of School, and Beville Anderson, Head of Lower School, St. Markās Campus, current St. Markās Campus students shared their thoughts about the new space. Eloise Markley…
Fifth Grade Students Learn American Flag Handling Etiquette
As the oldest students on Lower School Campuses, fifth grade students are awarded several leadership opportunities through the year. They serve as safety patrols, Chapel leaders, and buddies to younger students. In addition, they have the honor of raising and lowering the American Flag on Baker Green each day. Last week, LCDR Ivan Williams, father…
Bash 2024: Roast & Toast
Episcopalās Munnerlyn Campusā annual fundraiser – Bash, is a time-honored tradition at the school. This event is the Munnerlyn Campusā largest fundraising event and first started in 1975. Bash is a parent-volunteer led event and is an opportunity for parents to support the school while enjoying a great time with each other. You are invited!…
St. Markās Campus Adds Interactive White Boards to Classrooms
First – fifth grade classrooms, science and innovation labs, Spanish classroom, and the Steve Williams Library and Learning Center are all equipped with Promethean Boards for the 2023-2024 school year.Ā This interactive tool can be used by multiple students at a time for everything from handwriting and math instruction, to group activities, science experiments, and…
Order Lunch for the 2023-2024 School Year
Episcopal School of Jacksonvilleās Lower School Campuses partner with Campus Cuisine toĀ provide a convenient way for parents to pre-order and pay for fresh, nutritious lunches.Ā Ā The ordering process is extremely flexible, allowing orders, changes, and cancellations up until noon (ET) the day before! Studentās individually packaged lunches will be delivered to school daily and labeled with…
Register for Extended Day for the 2023-2024 School Year
As we approach the start of the 2023-2024 school year, Episcopal would like to offer parents an additional opportunity to register for Extended Day. Early Morning Care (7:15 – 7:50 AM) There is a $200 one time registration fee. Drop In Care (Pre-K 3- Grade 5 only) There is a one time $50 registration fee…
Greg Hersey Plays Essence Festival of Culture with Doug E. Fresh
The Essence Festival of Culture was hosted in New Orleans June 29-July 3, featuring Missy Elliott, Megan Thee Stallion, and Lauryn Hill. Ā The lineup also included Juvenile, Wizkid, Lil Wayne, Ice Cube, Big Boi, T.I., and many more. The Essence Festival of Culture showcased curated and hosted performances, including the ā50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop Curationā…
Lastinger Fellowship Provides Professional Development for St. Markās Campus Faculty Member
Megan Trumpler, St. Markās Campus Media Specialist, recently traveled to Philadelphia, PA and attended the International Society for Technology in Education Conference followed by a three-day American Revolution āfield trip.āĀ This hands-on learning experience was made possible thanks to the Lastinger Summer Scholars Fund, which provides professional development for selected Episcopal faculty. āI have…
June Global Programs Include Ancient Italy, and French Exchange Trips
Episcopalās Global Learning Program sent multiple trips abroad this summer, including a French exchange and an Ancient Italy experience. āThe students who participated in these programs gained a better understanding of other people and their culture. The opportunity to travel abroad not only facilitated learning beyond what the classroom can provide, but positively impacted students…
Professional Development Promotes Multi-Sensory Approach to Literacy Education
Last week, St. Markās Campus Pre-K 4 and kindergarten teachers attended a weeklong Orton-Gillingham training led by The Institute for Multi-Sensory Education (IMSE). The 30-hour course was a hands-on, interactive, and personalized class that provided a complete understanding of morphology, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension and how to apply this in the classroom. āWe know…