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Pre-K 3 Easter Performance
Wednesday, April 5 9 a.m. Following the performance, parents are invited to stay and hide eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt while children enjoy snacks. The egg hunt will take place on the playground at approximately 9:45 a.m.
Read MoreBoldly ESJ Kickoff Event (March 2)
Please join us March 2 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. for an evening of celebration to kick off our new capital campaign, Boldly ESJ, The Campaign for Science and Student Life. There will be an open bar and hors d’oeuvres catered by Biscottis. The event will be held in the Berg Gallery located in the…
Read MoreCollege Counseling Implementing College Kickstart Program
With an ever-changing admissions landscape, there’s an acute need for insights to guide the way. This starts with national trends, but ultimately relies on critical information from our own data. This spring, Episcopal College Counseling will be implementing a new tool that leverages enriched national and Episcopal admissions data along with personalized insights to empower…
Read MoreTyler Bond Joins College Counseling Office
Episcopal is pleased to announce the hiring of Tyler Bond in the College Counseling Office. Tyler comes to ESJ from Cabrini University in Radnor, PA, where he has served as an Admissions Counselor and collegiate soccer coach. While at Cabrini, Tyler gained significant experience in all aspects of college admission. “We are excited to have…
Read MoreOrtega River Run Brings ESJ Community and Beyond Together
Encouraged by ESJ cheerleaders and pumped up by Episcopal’s pep band, 1,500 runners crossed the Ascension St. Vincent’s Ortega River Run finish line on Saturday, February 25. The 45th annual Ortega River Run once again drew large crowds to ESJ, St. Mark’s Campus and provided entertainment and fun for the entire family. Thanks to generous…
Read MorePre-K Students Receive Visit from St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office
Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 students were recently thrilled by a special visit from St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office’s Sargent Andrew Carre, Deputy Jeremy Bryson (father to Addison, Pre-K 3), and a two-year-old police goldendoodle. Officers spoke with children about strangers, calling 911, and what to do if they get lost in a crowd. Their…
Read MoreStudents Collaborate with 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 the unique opportunity to work with professional artists to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Completed pieces range from modern and impressionistic to realistic. View photos. “Giving students a behind-the-scenes glimpse into how real artists create is so inspiring,”…
Read More“Reading with Rosie” Program Builds Literacy Skills Among Students
Thanks to a new therapy dog on campus, kindergarten – second grade students have the opportunity to improve literacy fluency and confidence in partner or small group reading sessions. Parents may elect for their child(ren) to read aloud to Rosie, a nine-year-old Labrador Retriever, certified with Pet Partners. “Pets are loving, non-judgmental listeners who are…
Read MoreEpiscopal School of Jacksonville Announces Artist Selections for the fourth annual A Vision for Art Art Show
Since its inaugural year in 2019, the A Vision for Art five-day art show has gained popularity among art lovers and artists alike. This year’s event artist selection committee, led by Preston Haskell, chose 42 unique artists to be part of this year’s show. The event will be held April 21- 25, 2023, at Episcopal…
Read MoreChapel Buddies Provide Opportunities for Mentorship and Friendship Across Grade Levels
On Friday, January 13, kindergarten students took a big step in their Christian formation journey on the St. Mark’s Campus by joining first – fifth graders for Chapel. While still serving as Pre-Primary Chapel leaders on Mondays and Wednesdays, they are also acclimating to a service format they will transition to next year with the…
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