Birthday Book Return Information
With the exception of April/May birthdays, please return all birthday books to the library by April 30.
Class of 2025 College Admittances
The Class of 2025’s 154 seniors submitted 1,206 applications to 223 unique colleges and universities this year. School were located in 41 U.S. states and five countries. Of seniors who have decided where to attend college, 99% report they’ll be attending one of their top three schools (and the other 1% were athletic recruits). The…
Florida Ballet Performs “Peter and the Wolf”
Students from the Florida Ballet recently delighted kindergarten through fifth grade students with a performance of Peter and the Wolf. This special event combined narration and music to bring the classic tale to life, engaging young audiences through sight and sound. Different instruments represented the voices of various characters, allowing students to experience the story…
Second Grade Explores The Cummer Museum and Memorial Park
Yesterday, April 1, second grade students had the opportunity to visit The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens. This field trip served as an extension of their weekly art instruction with Mrs. Bebe Alexander, allowing students to explore the “Elements of Art”—line, shape, color, form, value, texture, and space—through real-world masterpieces. As they explored…
A Vision for Art 2025: A Resounding Success on Episcopal’s St. Mark’s Campus
The sixth-annual A Vision for Art fundraising event presented by Northern Trust, held from March 21-24 on Episcopal’s St. Mark’s Campus, was a spectacular success, drawing art enthusiasts, collectors, and community supporters together for a weekend of creativity and philanthropy. The event showcased an impressive array of artwork, with approximately 200 original pieces sold, reflecting…
Preparing for the Transition to Middle School (May 1)
Preparing for the Transition to Middle School: What to Expect and How ESJ Can Help For Fifth Grade Parents Thursday, May 1 8:30 – 9:30 am Steve Williams Library and Learning Center Panel Discussion and Q&A Paige McGee, Head of Middle School Christy Hodges, Dean of Student Life Amy Perkins, Director of Student Services David…
Volunteers Needed for Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day
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Spring Break Brings Major Progress on Beaches Campus Classroom Expansion
Spring Break proved to be a pivotal time for the Beaches Campus Classroom Expansion project. One of the most exciting updates from last week is the completion of the second floor walls, decking, and the installation of the angled steel framework. These elements are essential in providing structural integrity and laying the foundation for the…
French Language Students Excel at Congres de la Culture Francaise
Students had an outstanding performance at the Congrès de la Culture Française en Floride last week. Episcopal placed second in its division and also ranked among the top three schools in the competition due to the highest points collected. Students earned more Superior ratings than Excellent, excelling in categories from poetry to presentations and demonstrating…
Advanced Math Classes Participate in International Competition
Students in Episcopal’s advanced math classes recently took on the challenge of real-world problem-solving in the MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge (M3 Challenge). This prestigious international competition tasks high school juniors and seniors with applying mathematical modeling to pressing global issues. This year’s topic, “Hot Button Issue: Staying Cool as the World Heats Up,” challenged teams…
Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day (April 16)
ELP 2 – Kindergarten Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Schedule 8:15 a.m. – Check-in in front of the school and retrieve students* from classrooms. Student ambassadors will be present to assist guests in locating classrooms. * Kindergarten students will meet grandparents outside the church. Grandparents do not need to retrieve them from classrooms. 8:25 a.m. –…
Experience an Unforgettable Art Show Benefiting St. Mark’s Campus
The Episcopal community is invited to attend A Vision for Art, an art show held on the St. Mark’s Campus featuring 42 professional artists from across the Southeast. With more than 600 original pieces for sale, this event is an excellent opportunity to appreciate and purchase unique artwork while supporting the St. Mark’s Campus. While…
ELP 1 – Kindergarten Easter Celebrations
Frequently Asked Questions What should my child wear? ELP children are welcome to wear Easter attire or play clothes, whatever they feel comfortable wearing. Pre-K 3 students will continue wearing their Easter Best attire worn in the Easter performance. Easter attire is optional for Pre-K 4 students. Kindergarten students should wear uniforms and optional Easter…
Fourth Grade Students Shine in Electrical Circuit Showcase
Fourth grade students at St. Mark’s Campus recently put their creativity and technical skills on display during an open house featuring their electrical circuit projects. The showcase was the culmination of a hands-on learning unit where students explored the fundamentals of electricity, including circuits, conductors, and insulators. The unit began with students building their…
Ten Years of Harkness Teaching in the Classroom
By Cathy Kanaday, Dean of Faculty Ten years ago, Episcopal’s English classrooms underwent a quiet revolution. Traditional desks gave way to oval tables in the G Building, and the familiar rhythm of teacher lecture-discussions yielded to something more dynamic: the sound of students wrestling with ideas. In a recent sermon, The Rev. Teresa Seagle, Director…
A Lesson in Citizenship: Fourth Grade Students Witness 50 People Become U.S. Citizens
Fourth grade students recently had an unforgettable experience at the Federal Courthouse as they witnessed a Naturalization Ceremony where 50 individuals from 30 countries became U.S. citizens. They also engaged in a Q&A session with the presiding judge and took a sample citizenship test. Students were amazed by the depth of knowledge required to become…
Three Head to International Science Fair, 13 to State Fair
Congratulations to the Episcopal science research students who recently competed in the Northeast Florida Regional Science and Engineering Fair at Jacksonville University. Alexander Chindris ’25, James Steffes ’26, and Caden Lipari ’27 were selected to represent the region at the International Science Fair in Columbus, Ohio, where they will compete with 1,800 students from 75…
Students Collaborate with Professional Artists to Create Grade-Level Masterpieces
As part of A Vision for Art’s Student Art Series, A Future for Art, St. Mark’s Campus students have a rare and exciting opportunity to work alongside professional artists to create unique, one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Each grade level, from ELP 1 through grade five, is paired with a different artist, allowing students to explore diverse artistic…
Fifth Graders Dive into Conservation at Crystal River
Fifth grade students from the Beaches and St. Marks Campuses recently embarked on an unforgettable adventure to Crystal River, where they had the unique opportunity to explore the habitat of one of Florida’s most beloved marine mammals—the manatee. Guided by experts from River Ventures, students had an interactive learning experience, discovering firsthand the importance of…
47th Annual Ortega River Run Unites ESJ Community and Visitors
The 47th annual Ortega River Run, held on Saturday, February 8, drew 1,655 walkers and runners, all cheered on by ESJ cheerleaders and energized by the music of Episcopal’s pep band. The event, which took place on ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus, attracted a large crowd, bringing together families and friends for a day full of…
Blending Tradition with Innovation: Students Explore Groundhog Day Using Books and Digital Tools
Leading up to Groundhog Day on February 2, first and second grade students utilized both books and technology to learn about the holiday’s history and traditions. In the First Grade, students read The Substitute Groundhog and discussed what it means if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow. They used the Doink app and a greenscreen to…