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HSW Event Celebrates Joy
Students participated in a Health, Safety, and Well-Being (HSW) event last week that focused on Joy as part of this year’s HSW theme of Respect the Dignity of Every Human Being. The first event focused on Gratitude. For Joy, a campus-wide Kahoot (Q&A competition) was held, advisory discussion, and created short films that explored how…
Read MorePrayer for our Nation – Inauguration Day 1/20/2021
Prayer for our Nation Inauguration Day 1/20/2021 by The Rev. Teresa Seagle, Dean of Spiritual Life and Service, Chaplain Almighty God, ruler of the earth, who has blessed us as the people of this land: We seek you this day as our nation transitions. Acknowledging our citizens have many differing views and feelings on this…
Read MoreSaying Goodbye to Mrs. Peters
The Beaches Campus said farewell to beloved kindergarten teacher Marianne Peters this semester. The Beaches Campus welcomed Marianne Peters to the faculty in 2009. She came to campus with a wealth of experience in teaching all subject areas in the first grade curriculum. Through her experience and passion for teaching and nurturing, both the students…
Read MoreLower Schools Begin Conference Play
Lower Schools began practices for the teams participating in the North Florida Independent School Athletic Conference this week. The first sports season will consist of flag football and volleyball. This is the first year that our teams at the Beaches campus and the St. Marks team will be competing as Episcopal Eagles. Holly Joyner and…
Read MoreA.P Draw, Paint, Print Senior Spotlight Interview: Sally Barksdale ’21
A.P Draw, Paint, Print Senior Spotlight Interview: Sally Barksdale AP Drawing Portfolio is an intensive course, requiring students to produce art at the college level. Students compile a portfolio of 15-20 original artworks demonstrating mastery in composition, technique, and concept. They pursue the why behind their own artistic process and participate in weekly critiques of…
Read MoreAfternoon Band Program Begins at Beaches Campus
The Band program at the Beaches Campus has begun meeting after school for rehearsal. The Beaches Campus is excited to offer this program to students in grades four through six. Students were able to choose an instrument and will practice each week to build musical skills and grow as musicians. They will perform band literature and develop…
Read MoreCollege Counseling and Parents’ Association Host Young Alumni Panel
Five ESJ alumni shared their insight, wisdom, and perspective with students and parents Tuesday evening as panelists for College Counseling Beyond the Basics. Panelists included: Andrew Galant ’17 (Georgia Tech), Audrey McCabe ’18 (FSU), Riley McGee ’19 (UCF), Olivia Kato ’19 (NYU Abu Dhabi), and Lizzie Conklin ’20 (Gap Year/Yale). Panelists gave their advice for…
Read MoreBeaches Campus Welcomes Three New Students
For the January 2021 semester Beaches Campus has welcomed three new students. We are so happy to have them join our Episcopal family!
Read MoreSt. Mark’s Campus Welcomes Eight New Students in January
The St. Mark’s Campus is pleased to welcome eight new students this month: Kannon O. – ELP 1 Jack S. – ELP 1 Olive B. – ELP 2 Owens L. – ELP 2 Zi H. – ELP 2 Audrey W. – Pre-K 3 James B. – Pre-K 4 Abby W. – Pre-K 4 …
Read MoreRunners Prepare For 5-Mile Race
The Ascension St. Vincent’s Ortega River Run Training Run was held on Saturday, January 9, on the St. Mark’s Campus. Runners of all ages participated alongside 1st Place Sports experienced runner and trainer Chris McCafferey. The morning included warm-up stretching, a safety demonstration of the new start line procedures, tips on race strategy, and a…
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