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First Grade Students Explore the Magic of Light and Shadows
First graders on the Beaches Campus have been learning the basics of light. They discovered that light is a form of energy and that it travels in straight lines. The students also learned that transparent objects are see-through, like the color filter paper they put on the back of the box, translucent objects are…
Read MoreThe St. Mark’s Campus Adds Piano to Music Curriculum
Under the guidance of Music Instructors Susanne Daily and Jen Meister, the St. Mark’s Campus is beginning to utilize piano in grades 2 – 5, blending traditional music education and technology with its already robust music curriculum. “Technology integration is pivotal in modern music education,” said Ms. Meister. “Students will explore and manipulate sounds…
Read MoreThird Grade Students Use STEM To Create Bird Feeders
Third grade students have been learning about animal traits and adaptations in science class and recently turned their focus to birds. This week they worked in collaborative groups to draw a plan for a bird feeder that they then built from scratch with the help of parent volunteers. Students used power tools, recycled materials, and…
Read More2023 – 2024 Episcopal Fund Representatives
Chairs: Rebecca and Josh Sale Grandparent Chairs: Shelley and Wayne Williford Faculty/Staff Chair: Megan Trumpler ELP 1: Mandy and Justin Allen ELP 2: Bonnie and Andy Melin Pre-K-3: Kristin and Casey Bulgin Pre-K-4: Callie and Ross Sprague Kindergarten: Caroline and Ben Bennett First Grade: Rebecca and Josh Sale Second Grade: Chloe and Chris Wood Third…
Read MoreUnveiling A Vision for Art’s 2024 Featured Artist: EMYO
Episcopal School of Jacksonville, St. Mark’s Campus is proud to announce the selection of EMYO as the Featured Artist for the highly anticipated A Vision for Art fundraising event. Graciously presented by Northern Trust, this five-day art exhibit is scheduled for April 19 – 23, 2024. Emily Ozier, known as EMYO, traces the roots…
Read MoreNational Honor Society Induction Held
Select juniors and seniors were inducted into Episcopal’s Aerie Chapter of the National Honor Society Monday night in a special ceremony in the Munnerlyn Center. Current National Honor Society members gave the invocation, introduction and welcome, readings, candidate requirements, and the benediction. Katie Ellis and Natalie Pettey, National Honor Society Faculty Advisors, presented the certificates…
Read MoreFourth Grade Field Trip Explores Florida’s Geological Wonders
Yesterday, Beaches and St. Mark’s Campus fourth grade students embarked on an educational journey to Devil’s Millhopper State Park and Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park as part of their geology unit on “Earth’s Features.” This field trip offered a hands-on experience, allowing students to witness the geological wonders that shape the unique landscape of Florida.…
Read MoreMusic Class Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 – October 15, Beaches Campus students have been immersed in Hispanic culture across multiple disciplines (art, music, dance, library and, of course, Spanish). Sarah Hartley, Beaches Campus music teacher, is highlighting Hispanic songs in her curriculum this month. Students are learning “El Florón,” a Spanish singing…
Read MoreNew Pre-K Curriculum Builds Foundation to Literacy Success
“ABC is easy as 123!” Or, is it? 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 ‘Haleakalā 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…
Read MoreJunior Eagles Cheer Experience at Episcopal
Cheer Program Director invites your students in Grades 1 – 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: …
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