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Visual Art Students' Work Displayed on Campus
Middle School visual artists currently have works on display in the Berg Gallery, and the Bryan Library Gallery space now displays new Draw, Paint, Print 1 charcoal drawings. Students are learning techniques in different types of charcoal and the instructed emphasis for the works was on seeing proportions and value shapes. Imagery was student choice. In addition, selected artworks…
Read MoreParker Joyce '18 Earns Eagle Scout Rank
Parker Joyce ’18 recently earned the coveted Eagle Scout rank from Boy Scouts of America. Parker joined scouting in first grade with Pack 477 at San Jose Episcopal Day School. He crossed over to Troop 136 at All Saints Episcopal Church in 2011 where he advanced through seven ranks of scouting, earning 31 merit badges…
Read MoreKaren Malina White and Gilbert Glenn Brown Workshop with Fine Arts Students
Theatre Honors 3 and 4 had the privilege of participating in a workshop by renowned actors Karen Malina White and Gilbert Glenn Brown recently. White is best known for her role as Charmaine Brown on both the “The Cosby Show” and “A Different World.” Brown is best known from CBS’s “The Inspectors.” White and Brown were touring Jacksonville with…
Read MoreFaculty Continue With Professional Development
In addition to continuing to pursue certifications and higher degrees, Episcopal’s faculty engages in ongoing professional development opportunities offered through the University of North Florida, the Florida Council of Independent Schools and conferences on pedagogy. Teachers have attended field-specific training as well, including the United States Institute for Theatre Technology, the Percussive Arts Society International Convention; AP workshops; Econ…
Read MoreA.P Draw, Paint, Print Senior Spotlight Interview: Grace Woodward
The AP Drawing Portfolio is an intensive course, requiring students to produce art at the college level. Students compile a portfolio of 24-29 original artworks demonstrating mastery in composition, technique, and concept. Twelve of those pieces explore a common idea, called a concentration. Grace Woodward ’18 is known for her cheerful disposition, genuine smile and…
Read MoreEpiscopal Holds National Junior Honor Society Induction
Eighth and ninth graders were inducted into the National Junior Honor Society on Thursday, February 15 during a special ceremony in the Munnerlyn Center for Worship and Fine Arts. The five pillars of the society are scholarship, service, leadership, character and citizenship. The inductees were presented by ESJ’s National Junior Honor Society Faculty Council: Glenn Carter,…
Read MoreA.P Draw, Paint, Print Senior Spotlight Interview: Averie Perce
The AP Drawing Portfolio is an intensive course, requiring students to produce art at the college level. Students compile a portfolio of 24-29 original artworks demonstrating mastery in composition, technique, and concept. Twelve of those pieces explore a common idea, called a concentration. Since walking into Ms. Hoadley’s classroom as a freshman, Averie has been…
Read MorePrayer for Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Loving God, We have been shaken – many of us to our knees. We are trying to make sense of the horrible events which occurred in south Florida on Wednesday. God, we know that you did not cause the evil that struck Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. We know that though bad things happen in…
Read MoreMiddle School Winter Recognitions
Head of School Honor QTR2 Honors QTR2 MS Winter Athletic Recognition 2018 American Mathematics Competition 8th Grade: 1st place – Hayden Johns, 2nd place – Chris John Griffith, 3rd place – Jared Matey 7th Grade: 1st place – Ella Bisher, 2nd place (tie) – Kate Adams and Charlotte Nolan Fine Arts Recognitions Chapel Tech – Myla Turner MS Chorale…
Read MoreAP Draw, Paint, Print Senior Spotlight Interview: Taylor Logan '18
AP Draw, Paint, Print Senior Spotlight Interview: Taylor Logan The AP Drawing Portfolio is an intensive course, requiring students to produce art at the college level. Students compile a portfolio of 24-29 original artworks demonstrating mastery in composition, technique, and concept. 12 of those pieces explore a common idea, called a concentration. Taylor Logan is…
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