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NAHS and Jacksonville Zoo W.I.L.D. Collaborate on Art and Conservation Project
National Art Honor Society recently participated in an art and conservation collaboration with the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens’ Wildlife, Inclusion and Leadership Development Program (W.I.L.D.). During a day-long collaborative learning experience shared between these two high school-aged groups, NAHS students taught W.I.L.D. students photography and printmaking techniques and W.I.L.D. students shared their knowledge of environmental…
Read MoreFrom Helmets to History: St. Mark’s Campus Students Participate in Bike Rodeo and Jacksonville Day
Last week marked eagerly anticipated milestones for St. Mark’s Campus students as they engaged in grade-level activities that are traditional to the campus. Second grade students, donned with helmets and their bikes, participated in the Bike Rodeo. Tucker Cycles started the morning with safety checks on all student bikes. Under the guidance of the JSO…
Read MoreClass of 2024 Shares Choice on Senior College Shirt Day
Seniors wore their college choice t-shirt Friday to share their selection with their classmates and friends. Students will be attending schools across the country and the world, from UF and FSU to Duke, to The American University of Paris, to Tulane and the University of Texas and the University of Arizona. The 139 members of…
Read MoreField Trips Foster Experiential Learning Beyond Classroom Walls
As the school year comes to a close, several grades recvently participated in field trips to bring their classroom learnings beyond the St. Mark’s Campus. Kindergarten students embarked on their inaugural St. Mark’s Campus field trip, where they explored the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens. First grade students, who have been delving into the realm…
Read MoreUniform Recycle Event
As the school year comes to a close, families are encouraged to bring in gently used uniforms that children have outgrown or no longer need. Please ensure that all donated items are clean and in good condition. Collection boxes are located in carpool areas and in the school office before May 23. Uniform Recycle Event…
Read MoreA Vision for Art presented by Northern Trust Brings Hundreds to the St. Mark’s Campus
Episcopal School of Jacksonville, St. Mark’s Campus’ fifth annual A Vision for Art event concluded yesterday. Throughout the five-day art exhibit showcasing 40+ professional artists, hundreds of avid collectors and casual buyers visited the campus. The Opening Night Patron Preview Reception and Celebration on April 19 held record attendance, with approximately 400 people attending. That…
Read MoreWorld Languages Honor Society Inductions Held
Students were inducted into their respective World Language Honors Societies today during a special ceremony in the Sikes Theatre. Latin, French, Spanish, and Chinese language students were given certificates for their achievements. World Languages faculty also presented selected recipients certificates of recognition for the Global Seal of Biliteracy. For the Global Seal of Biliteracy, students…
Read MoreCombined Pre-K 3 – Grade 5 Chapel
Wednesday, April 24 8:25 a.m. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Pre-K – 3 – Grade 5 students have another wonderful opportunity to worship together next Wednesday.
Read MoreBook Signing and Reading for Faculty Member Peter Vertacnik, Winner of the Criterion Poetry Prize
English faculty member Peter Vertacnik has won the New Criterion Poetry Prize for his work, “The Nature of Things Fragile,” his debut collection. The Campus Store will host a book signing and reading on April 23 at 6:00 p.m. Please join us to congratulate Peter and obtain a signed copy of his book. Peter holds degrees…
Read MoreClass of 2024 Admitted to More Than 175 Colleges and Universities
Episcopal’s Class of 2024 has been admitted to more than 175 colleges and universities around the country and around the world. This year’s class had students admitted schools close to home, such as to the University of Florida, Florida State University, Flagler, Florida A&M, and the University of Tampa. Students also were admitted to Duke…
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