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Beaches Campus

November 29, 2024

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Update Grandparent Information by September 1

Grandparents’ Day 2025-2026 will be held the first week of November 2025. Specific dates and times will vary by campus. Details will be updated as the school year begins.

Complete updates by September 1 to ensure grandparents receive all communications including the Grandparents’ Day invitation mailing that will provide them with additional details for each campus.

To update grandparent information in My ESJ:

Log in to the My ESJ Parent Portal

Click on “Update My Profile” located under My Tools

Click on “Grandparent Households” to update their information

New this week

Pre-K Christmas Performance and Kindergarten Art Show (December 17)

We invite families to join us for this heartwarming celebration as our students share their talents and spread the message of love and joy this Christmas season.

During the upcoming Pre-K/Kindergarten Christmas Chapel, our Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 students will delight family and friends with a special Christmas song, bringing the spirit of the season to life through their sweet voices. Their performance is sure to warm hearts and remind us of the true meaning of Christmas.

Adding to the festive atmosphere, Kindergarten students have created beautiful holiday artwork, which will be proudly displayed in the church lobby of St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church.

December Birthday Free Dress (December 19)

Schedule of Events for Pajama Day/Noon Dismissal (December 20)

The Beaches Campus is excited to celebrate Pajama Day on Friday, December 20th. Pajama Day is a Beaches Campus school tradition as our community prepares for the Christmas holiday. Students are encouraged to wear pajamas to school and will enjoy story time, hot chocolate, and carol singing in the gym. Students in Kindergarten will be acting out “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” during story time. Parents are welcome to attend the gym festivities.

Schedule of Events

8:10 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Friday Flag

8:30 a.m.- 9:00 a.m. Kindergarten’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas

9:00 a.m. Christmas Carols and Hot Chocolate

12:00 p.m. Noon Dismissal (No Extended Day)

Interested in volunteering during Pajama Day? Please find below a link to Pajama Day volunteer opportunities.

Pajama Day Volunteer Opportunities

Reminders

Important Upcoming Calendar Dates – Beaches Campus

2025-2026 Important Calendar Dates

August 26 – Pre-K/K Chapel (Postponed to September 2)
August 27 – First – fifth grade Chapel – July/August Birthday Book (New Location: Petway Family Performance Center)
August 29 – July/August Birthday Free Dress Day/Noon Dismissal/Faculty Professional Development (Afternoon Eagles Available)
September 1 – Labor Day (No School)
September 2 – Pre-K/K Chapel – July/August Birthday Book
September 3 – First – fifth grade Chapel – Eucharist
September 4 – First Parent Association Meeting via Zoom
September 5 – August Shoutout Free Dress Day
September 9 – Pre-K/K Chapel
September 10 – First – fifth grade Chapel
September 12 – Spirit Dress Day/Parent Coffee with Dr. Fallucco at 8:30 a.m.
September 16 – Pre-K/K Chapel
September 17 – Parent/Teacher Conference Day (No School for Students)
September 19 – Lower School Family Fun Night on the Munnerlyn Campus
September 23 – Pre-K/K Chapel – September Birthday Book
September 24 – First – fifth grade Chapel – September Birthday Book
September 26 – September Birthday Free Dress/Coffee with Adam Greene at 8:30 a.m.
September 30 – Pre-K/K Chapel/ Volleyball Clinic (third – fifth grade, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
October 1 – First – fifth grade Chapel
October 2 – Blessing of the Animals (8:15 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.)
October 3 – September Shoutout Free Dress Day
October 7 – Pre-K/K Chapel
October 8 – First – third grade Chapel/Episcopal Schools Celebration (fourth and fifth grade)
October 10 – Spirit Dress Day
October 14 – Pre-K/K Chapel
October 15 – First – fifth grade Chapel – Eucharist/Noon Dismissal
October 16 – 20 – Fall Break
October 21 – Pre-K/K Chapel
October 22 – First – fifth grade Chapel – October Birthday Book
October 24 – October Birthday Free Dress Day/Boo Bash (3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
October 27 – Vision Screening
October 28 – Pre-K/K Chapel – October Birthday Book
October 29 – First – fifth grade Chapel – Eucharist
October 31 – Halloween Parade (8:15 a.m.) and Class Festivities
November 5 – Grandparents and Special Friends Day
November 6 – Trimester 1 Ends
November 7 – October Shoutout Free Dress Day/Noon Dismissal/Faculty Professional Development (Afternoon Eagles Available)
November 11 – Pre-K/K Chapel – November Birthday Book
November 12 – Veterans Day Chapel
November 14 – November Birthday Free Dress Day
November 18 – Pre-K/K Thanksgiving Chapel
November 19 – First-fifth grade Thanksgiving Chapel and November Birthday Book
November 20 – Spirit Dress Day/Fifth Grade Pasta Dinner
November 21 – Professional Development for Teachers (No School)
November 24-28 – Thanksgiving Break (No School)
December 2 – Pre-K/K Chapel
December 3 – First – fifth grade Chapel
December 5 – November Shoutout Free Dress Day
December 9 – Pre-K/K Christmas Chapel
December 10 – First – fifth grade Chapel – Eucharist
December 12 – December Birthday Free Dress Day/Lessons & Carols
December 16 – Pre-K/K Chapel – December Birthday Book
December 17 – First – Fifth Grade Chapel – December Birthday Book
December 18 – December Shoutout Free Dress Day
December 19 – Noon Dismissal/How the Grinch Stole Christmas Performance/Storytime/Caroling
December 22 – January 5 – Christmas Break (No School)
January 6 – School Resumes

Thanksgiving Break (November 25-29)

Daniel Kids Toy Drive (December 2-13)

The Beaches Campus is hosting a Toy Drive to support Daniel Kids. The Toy Drive will run Monday, December 2 – Friday, December 13. Our campus is collecting new and unwrapped toys for the children at Daniel Kids. Some gift suggestions are board games, athletic equipment, coloring books, make-up kits, dolls, action figures, scooters, and gift cards.

A little about Daniel Kids

Daniel Kids is a nonprofit organization in Florida dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and families in crisis or need. Its mission is to provide high-quality services that help at-risk youth achieve independence, stability, and emotional well-being. Daniel Kids works with schools, families, and local agencies to provide integrated support, aiming to create a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable youth.

They serve children and young adults from ages 5 to 25. They offer age-appropriate programs that address the unique needs of children, adolescents, and young adults, focusing on areas like mental health, foster care, independent living, and vocational training to support each age group effectively.

December Parent Association Meeting (December 5)

Dear Beaches Campus Parents,

For the upcoming school year, the PA has organized activities that will enrich our students’ school experience and support our faculty and staff. It is our goal to create school spirit and a joyful sense of community, organize appropriate events, and honor Beaches Campus traditions.

MEETINGS:

The Beaches Campus PA will hold its next meeting of the 2024-2025 school year, via Zoom December 5 at 9:00 a.m.

Upcoming Parent Association Events:

Daughter Dance – Thursday, February 13, 2025 | 6:00 p.m.
Son Event – Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 6:00 p.m.

Sincerely,

Laura Smith
2024-2025 Beaches Campus PA President

Girls Basketball Clinic (December 13)

Spirit Day – Wear Your ESJ Gear!

Dads’ Club Basketball Meet Up

Join the Beaches Campus Dads’ Club for an evening of fellowship and fun as we cheer on the ESJ Varsity Girls Basketball team!

ESJ Eagles vs. Fletcher High School

📅 Friday, December 13
📍 Beaches Campus Gym
🏀 Game Time: 5:30 p.m.

Bring your children and connect with fellow dads while supporting our Eagles in an exciting matchup. Let’s fill the gym with school spirit and make it a night to remember!

We’ll see you there—Go Eagles!

Save the Date: Beaches Campus Lessons and Carols

The Beaches Campus will host a special presentation of Lessons and Carols on Wednesday, December 18 |8:45 a.m. at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church. There will be no regular Chapel Service that morning at 8:10 a.m. Lessons and Carols is an annual event presented by Beaches Campus students in first to fifth grade. The Christmas story is told through scripture readings and Christmas songs.

Each grade (first to fourth grade) will sing a song together and fifth grade students act out the story of Christ’s birth. This has been a longstanding tradition at the Beaches Campus that helps to focus students’ hearts on the true spirit of Christmas. Families are welcome to attend!

Uniform Policy Update

Dear Episcopal Parents,

We are in the process of finalizing updates to the uniform policy in our handbook, which will be uploaded soon. Once the updates are live, we will promptly notify you.

We understand that some families may be in need of additional uniform items due to the closure of Dennis or because their children have outgrown their current uniforms. While we transition to a new uniform vendor, families are encouraged to dress students in solid-colored polos, cardigans, or fleece zip-ups in our school colors—maroon, white, black, or gray paired with khaki, gray, or black bottoms.

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility during this period.

2024-2025 Uniform Policy Update

Beaches Campus Construction Annoucement

Dear Beaches Community,

I hope this message finds you well. After much anticipation, we are pleased to share that we will begin construction on our new, additional classroom building next week! This important project will enhance our learning environment and allow us to better serve our students.

The new building is on track to be completed before August 2025. We are committed to minimizing disruption in the coming months, and we will update you on progress and any changes that may affect our daily routines.

PARKING

Starting next week, we will not be able to park on 4th Street between 10th Avenue and 11th Avenue. Please avoid this area entirely as the contractors, with heavy equipment, will utilize this space for the project.

COMMUNICATION AND UPDATES

We understand that construction can bring challenges, and we appreciate your patience as we work through this process. We will send regular updates via the Insider, E-News, and email to keep everyone informed about the progress of the project and any important information.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to our school. We are excited about the future and the positive impact these changes will bring to our community.

Sincerely,

K. Jennifer Ketchum
Head of Lower School, Beaches Campus

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