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Gratitude Grows!
November 13 is World Kindness Day. If psychologist Dr. Wendy Dickinson is right that “What you focus on grows,” imagine the impact a day or a week of kindness could have on our world, on our nation, and on each of us individually? Showing gratitude is a form of kindness, and the ideas shared here…
Read More“All About St. Mark’s” Virtual Auction Begins Tonight
Don’t forget! The “All About St. Mark’s” Virtual Auction begins tonight through Saturday, November 7 at 10:00 PM. Before you begin bidding, please visit https://esjstmarks2020.ggo.bid to create an account. Click here for instructions for How to Register to Bid or watch this short video tutorial. Auction items will include: Head of School for the Day Art Teacher for the Day Media Specialist…
Read MoreParent and Student Event: Safely Navigating Social Media November 19
Dear Episcopal Parents: Do you know what “Sadfishing” is? If not, you’re about to find out. ESJ’s Student Services Department has identified social media and technology as key contributors to student anxiety levels. Our teachers echo the sentiment and strive to incorporate technology in the classroom without losing connection to students and each other. We…
Read MoreToys for Tots Collection
Let’s help families have a great Christmas! Episcopal’s school-wide drive benefitting Toys for Tots will take place November 2 – 13. All students at the Beaches, St. Mark’s, and Munnerlyn Campuses are invited to donate new, unwrapped toys which will be given to deserving veterans and their families. Where to bring toys: Beaches Campus: Parents…
Read MoreOrtega River Run sponsorship opportunities available
Showcase your company by being one of our Ascension St. Vincent’s Ortega River Run Sponsors! Take a look at the many opportunities for sponsors in our Sponsorship Brochure. Interested in becoming a sponsor? Click here to complete the registration form.
Read MoreVisiting Author, Lacey Mauritz, is coming to the St. Mark’s Campus
We are pleased to announce our visiting author for the fall semester – Lacey Mauritz, RDN, LN. On Tuesday, November 10, Lacey will join students in the Commons, by grade-level, for an interactive presentation of her cookbook, Cooking with Mother Goose. We are so excited for Lacey, who is also a St. Mark’s Campus parent…
Read MoreHave you made your Episcopal Fund gift yet?
Congratulations and thank you to all the St. Mark’s Campus parents who have submitted their donation or pledge to the 2020-2021 Episcopal Fund, St. Mark’s Campus! As of today, we have raised $42,539 of the $150,000 goal. The first grade class is leading the way with parent participation at 58%! Each grade level that reaches…
Read MoreThe Episcopal Fund Parent Campaign
The Episcopal Fund parent campaign is in full swing! Please keep an eye out for communication from an Episcopal Fund Parent Representative asking for your support. Should you have any questions about the importance of this campaign, please reach out to Lisa Allen, Director of The Episcopal Fund, at 904.396.5751, ext. 1102. Click here…
Read MoreDot Day is Tuesday, September 15
September 15 marks the anniversary of the publication of best-selling author/illustrator Peter H. Reynolds’ The Dot. The Dot tells the story of a caring teacher who reaches a reluctant student in a remarkably creative way. International Dot Day is a global celebration of creativity, courage, and collaboration. Students may wear shirts, face masks, socks, and…
Read MoreAddressing Community Stress
From: Student Services To: The Episcopal School Community Re: Addressing Community Stress With a dramatically different start to this school year, the question of stress on the community is itself a stressful assessment. Which part of the community are we really talking about – new students, returning students, new teachers, returning teachers, new administrators, or…
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