We are so excited to be able to welcome special guests to our annual tradition known as Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day on Monday, January 29th from 9:30-11:30 a.m. This is truly a treat for our grandparents to watch the growth and excitement of their grandchildren as they share what they're learning in the classroom.

Grandparents and special friends can RSVP to the school office at (904) 246-2466. Please have them note how many will be attending so we can prepare accordingly. We will also offer a photo wall to take pictures of grandparents with their grandchildren during the event so that they can remember this special day. An early dismissal will take place at 11:30 a.m. If you need Extended Day coverage for your student, please contact the school office to let us know.

Please have grandparents and special friends refer to the schedule below for the day's events. Thank you for all who will be joining us!

Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day Schedule 2018

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Reception for grandparents and special friends in the Parish Hall of Stormes Hall (1150 5th Street North)

10:00 - 10:45 a.m.
All-school chapel service in the church

10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Guests visit in students’ classrooms. Note: Guests with students in different grade levels may switch classrooms midway through this time period.

11:30 a.m.
Early dismissal for all guests and students. Extended Day provided on request.

BES Dads,

Make plans now to attend the annual Daddy-Daughter Dinner and Dance on Thursday, February 15th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall of Stormes Hall (1150 5th Street North) with your daughter. This special night is a wonderful bonding experience for fathers and daughters alike as they dance, eat, and have fun together!

Register by printing the Daddy-Daughter Dinner and Dance Registration Form and returning to the school office by Thursday, February 1st.

Tickets are $20 for dads and $15 for daughters, and we will be glad to bill your FACTS account.

We hope to see many of our dads and daughters share in this incredible moment together!

Call Stacy Nash in the Development Office with any questions at (904) 246-2466.

Mark your calendars for the 2018 BES Summer Camp! Camp dates are June 11-15, June 18-22, June 25-29, and July 9-13. We will offer two tracts (one for PreK3 through 3rd grade boys and girls and one for 3rd through 6th grade boys and girls). More details about costs, class offerings, and online registration will be released in the coming weeks, so stay tuned!

Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day/Dismissal at 11:30 a.m.
Monday, January 29th from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Grade Level Coffee for Current 1st Grade Parents Hosted by Martha Milton
Tuesday, January 30th at 8:15 a.m. in Hope Hall Music Room

Coffee and Conversation with Martha Milton
Wednesday, January 31st after morning chapel

Flag football and volleyball season are in full swing! Our Rays flag football team played an absolutely incredible game with JCDS on Tuesday night, winning 28-17 in overtime on the last play of the game. Finn McEnany had the dramatic walk-off two point conversion. We congratulate all of our amazing athletes for never giving up. The best is yet to come! Next week, the Rays will play at St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School at 4:30 p.m., so come by and root us on to victory!

Flag Football 2018 Schedule

The volleyball team will scrimmage San Jose Episcopal School today at 4:30 p.m. Next week, the team will play a jamboree at JCDS. We will play 2 games against different schools, with times to be announced.

Look for our February Fitness information and calendar coming home in today's backpacks. Our students will follow a calendar of exercises to complete. You can make it a family challenge and exercise together. This is a fun way to stay fit, so join the challenge and make simple exercises part of your daily routine!

Lacrosse has come to the beaches! BES students in kindergarten through sixth grade can play lacross with the Jax Beach Seagulls this season. View this flyer to learn more about registration, practice times, and additional information. Email Glen Carter for more details.

Go Rays!

Tricia Novak
Athletic Director

Brotherhood of St. Andrew Shrimp Dinner
St. Paul’s by-the-Sea invites you to join us for the annual Shrimp Dinner/Adult Night Out! This yearly fundraiser sponsored by The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is a great opportunity to enjoy some great food and fellowship. The event will be held on February 10th from 5:30pm-8:30pm. Childcare will be provided by the Nursey at SPBTS, and special entertainment will be provided by “SPBTS Piano Man.” Reservation forms can be found in the office at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea, and should be returned by February 4th. If you are unable to attend the event, there is a take-out option available. We hope to see you there!

Pancake Supper
Our annual Shrove Tuesday Dinner is just around the corner! Join us on February 13th in Stormes Hall for some Pancakes or Red Beans and Rice! There are two seatings at 6, and 6:30. Tickets can be purchased after church beginning this Sunday (Jan 28th), until February 11th! You can also purchase tickets by contacting Brooks Slater at the Church Office. We hope to see you there!

Sandals, Shorts and Steel Drum Service:
Join us every week at 11:30 a.m. for our new service! Come dressed in your tropical attire to enjoy this fun and casual service. We’ll celebrate the Eucharist, and enjoy beautiful steel drum music.

Yoga:
Join us for yoga every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m.! Bring your mat if you have one to enjoy a relaxing yoga class for all skill levels and ages.