Posts by Meg Sacks
Daughter Dance
Friday, January 19, 2024 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Lori Schiavone Commons All ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus daughters and their special friends are invited to make memories at Daughter Dance, hosted by the Parents’ Association. Enjoy sweets, dancing, and a photobooth with your best girl. A son event will also take place on March 1.
Read MoreRise and Run: St. Mark’s Campus Launches Morning Mile Running Club
In preparation for the W.W. Gay Ortega River Run on February 10, nearly 25 kindergarten – fifth grade students started Morning Mile Running Club this week on the ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus. Led by Episcopal parent Jessica Ryals, this free club meets twice a week before school. “Beyond physical fitness, Morning Mile instills discipline, teamwork,…
Read MoreFruit of the Spirit Gatherings (Grades 1-5)
Each month, first – fifth grade students are recognized by peers and teachers for demonstrating qualities of the Fruit of the Spirit that the Apostle Paul writes about in his letter to the church in Galatia. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” Galatians 5:22-23. Parents are welcome to attend…
Read MoreAnnual Pasta Dinner Celebrates Fifth Grade Students
Beaches Campus fifth grade students recently hosted a spectacular Pasta Dinner event, transforming the campus gym into a lively venue filled with delicious aromas, enthusiastic performers, and community fellowship. This unique evening showcased the students’ talents as servers and on the stage, creating unforgettable memories for everyone involved. Under the guidance of faculty and parent volunteers,…
Read MoreAuthor Sue Fliess to visit ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus
January 23, 2024 Fliess will talk to Pre-K 3 – fifth grade students about being an author, rhyme & meter, and how she writes STEM books. She will also read to students and answer questions throughout the school day. If you would like your child to have a signed copy of one of Fliess’ books,…
Read MoreProgress Continues on Haskell Center for Science and Student Life
Construction on the Haskell Center for Science and Student Life remains on schedule, as workers continue to place the steel beams that form the building’s skeleton before working on the exterior walls. Prep work for the new kitchen and dining hall on the first floor proceeds, as does work for the new science and technology…
Read More“Facts vs Fear: Empowering Children to be Safe, not Scared” Parent Education Event
On Wednesday, November 15, parents and grandparents attended a Parent Education Event that spotlighted a topic of immense significance for educators and parents alike. Shannon Miller, Dina Middlekauff, and Katherine Nott ‘90 led a panel discussion on the Monique Burr Child Safety Matters Program—a curriculum extended to kindergarten through fifth grade students in an age-appropriate…
Read MoreMerry Merry!
St. Mark’s Campus students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to wear Christmas PJs on Thursday, December 21. Students will also celebrate the upcoming holiday with class parties. Reminder: School will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m. Extended Day is open.
Read MoreChristmas Break
December 21 – Noon Dismissal. EDP Open. December 22 – Christmas Break, Holiday Care Open (space limited, advanced registration required) December 22 – January 1 – Christmas Break, School and EDP Closed January 2 – 5 – Christmas Break, Holiday Care Open (space limited, advanced registration required) January 8 – School and EDP Closed (Faculty…
Read MoreOrtega River Run Shirts
All registered runners receive a short-sleeved t-shirt. If you have a younger child who is not ready to race, or would like to order a white long-sleeve shirt, both are available for purchase. Click here to order. Deadline to order is January 11
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