Students processed their native hard clams Mercenaria mercenaria as part of their class projects in collaboration with the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute of FAU. Students started the clams as small juvenile 'seed' from the research hatchery early in the year and raised them in our flow-through aquaculture system for marine science at the lagoon dock (click on the links to see their growth). The students studied mollusk biology, water quality requirements, aquatic animal health and nutrition, and temporal growth. Students moved the clams to another aquaculture facility, where they will complete their final growth stages and reach harvest size.

Check out this year's latest editions of Lower and Middle School News!

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, March 27: Health & Attendance Reminder, kindergarten's reading showcase, LS Spirit Week: April 7 - 11, WWI propaganda in fifth grade, Spanish class, second grade visits McKee Gardens, self-portraits in third grade, JRA Summer 2025 and more +++

- VFTM: Thursday, March 20: (bi-weekly newsletter) Partnership, sixth grade scoliosis screening, PA Board Hang Out, upcoming seventh grade field trip, Donuts with Grown Ups, Spanish progress reports, MS athletics and more +++

*Archives for all SES publications can be accessed by logging into mySTEDS and visiting the Pirate Publications resource board tile.

Coastal Connections visited marine science classes to sort marine debris for recycling and discuss the proper disposal of fishing gear. Wildlife entanglements and deaths due to discarded fishing gear are increasing rapidly, and this fishing debris represents over half of our oceanic plastic waste! Our students are part of the solution by consistently removing this debris from our community and educating others to fish responsibly. Coastal Connections has fishing line tubes in 40+ locations within Indian River County to collect and recycle fishing line and ensure it doesn't end up wrapped around or ingested by our dolphins, manatees, birds, turtles and other marine wildlife.

Get ready for the biggest party of the year! With expert guidance from party-planning extraordinaire Maria Segura ’95 and the ever-popular Coach Lamscha, we’re thrilled to introduce your 2025 Pirate Ball Chairs, Elizabeth Sorensen ’97 and Angela Waldrop ’98. Don’t miss Coach Lamscha settling the debate on, "who was the better athlete?" Click here to find out!

Mark your calendars for April 26 and join us at the Moorings for an unforgettable evening. Learn more at https://www.steds.org/pirateball.

Reminder! Next Friday, April 4, is a late start (9:00 a.m.) for all students. Carpool begins at 8:40 a.m., and buses will run their regular morning schedule. Please note that Java Friday will not be held on this date.

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Bower Urology for supporting Saint Edward's School!  We appreciate all you do.

Check out this year's latest editions of Lower and Middle School News!

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, March 20: Swimming pool/lessons updates, LS Moms & Munchkins and PA Board Hang Out, swimsuits in the Pirate Cove, Spring Progress Reports, second grade engineers, March - Reader's Reef Book Club, geometry in kindergarten, sea turtles in fourth grade, book clubs in second grade, JRA Summer 2025 and more +++

- VFTM: Thursday, March 20: (bi-weekly newsletter) Partnership, sixth grade scoliosis screening, PA Board Hang Out, upcoming seventh grade field trip, Donuts with Grown Ups, Spanish progress reports, MS athletics and more +++

(Pre-Spring Break Newsletters)

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, March 6: Spring Break, Book Week recap, fifth grade celebrates Purim, March Madness, flag football, kindergarten pinch pottery, PK4 dental health visit and more +++

- VFTM: Thursday, March 6: (bi-weekly newsletter) Spring Break, National Anthem brackets, SES AWQ Team, sixth grade apple mummies, sixth grade oyster dissection, GEP embassy deliveries, MS athletics and more +++

*Archives for all SES publications can be accessed by logging into mySTEDS and visiting the Pirate Publications resource board tile.

As Taylor Swift would say, "Are You... Ready for It?" Summer 2025 will be here before you know it, and JRA is getting ready to celebrate 50 years of Water Camp with you! Whether your little one dreams of swashbuckling adventures and creative explorations, or your high schooler is prepping for their college journey, JRA has the perfect camp to make any student's summer unforgettable.

Click here to learn more and register today!

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Dr. Zoey Orthodontics for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do.

Check out all of our Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. #SESCorporatePartners2024

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Vero Orthopaedics for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do.

Check out all of our Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. #SESCorporatePartners2024

Students are reading The Pearl as part of the sixth-grade English curriculum, so we examined oysters in Science Lab this week. Sadly, none of the oysters contained a pearl, but students had a lot of fun dissecting oysters and learning about the importance of oyster reefs in the Indian River Lagoon.

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Michael J. Curley, CFA, Executive Director - Family Wealth Director at Morgan Stanley for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do. 

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery, Dermatology & Med Spa for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do. 

Check out all of our Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. #SESCorporatePartners2024

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Card House Port Saint Lucie for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do.

The Play That Goes Wrong went absolutely right this past weekend! From jaw-dropping stunts to flawless technological coordination and masterful acting, the students, along with Mr. and Mrs. Baker, came together to deliver three unforgettable performances. We couldn't think of a better way to celebrate their incredible achievements than by hearing directly from them about their experiences. Click read more to view quotes from the cast and crew and click here to see a few stills from the stage. Congratulations again to the Theatre Department!

On Mardi Gras day in New Orleans they say "everywhere else it's just Tuesday", but US musicians, singers and cooks created their own slice of Mardi Gras happiness this week in front of the Peter B. Benedict Library. Revelers donned beads, crowns and smiles to enjoy lively tunes and great food, while admiring the work of the US Art Club. Mrs. Michos would especially like to thank the John's Island Community Service League, specifically the Tambourine Resale Shop, for donating 100 Mardi Gras Beads from the "Krewe of Muses". The beads were enjoyed by many of our students and teachers! Click here for a fun album of highlights.

Get in the zone for March Madness by diving into these exciting brackets! Throughout February, each chorus section listened to, observed and analyzed a variety of Super Bowl national anthem performances. After thoughtful discussion, they cast their votes, and now, the results are in. Click here to see which anthem emerged as the class favorites.

AP Art students have curated a selection of their portfolio pieces for display on the gallery wall in the Peter B. Benedict Library. Click the headline for an exclusive preview of the installation and artwork. The exhibit will be on view through March 31, and we invite you to a special closing reception on Friday, March 28, from 5 to 6 p.m. Join us in and around the library for an evening of art, coffee and live music. We look forward to seeing you there!

Shop Lands' End Spring Dress Up Event. Visit their online site (school code is 900146002) from March 7 - 14 to enjoy 30% off select styles and 20% off everything else. Use code "MATH" and pin "4758."

Reminder! There is no school tomorrow, March 7, for LS STUDENTS ONLY.

There is school tomorrow, March 7, for MS/US STUDENTS, but both divisions will be dismissed early at 12:15 p.m. Buses will run at 12:30 p.m.

There is no school for ALL STUDENTS next week (March 10-14) for Spring Break.

Book Week at the Lower School was a page-turning adventure! From Buddy Reading to the Book Swap, Flashlight Reading and the grand finale—our beloved Book Character Day—our young readers made magical memories one story at a time. Click here to watch the highlight reel.

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Synergist Technology for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do. 

There will be two Ash Wednesday services this coming Wednesday, March 5. The liturgy of the service will move through the prayers for penitence and will conclude with the imposition of the ashes. Both services will be held in the foyer of the Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts, one at 7:15 a.m. and the other at 12:20 p.m. Each will take approximately twenty minutes. Parents dropping off students in the morning are welcome to join students, faculty and staff. This solemn service will be a reflective way to prepare one for the season of Lent leading to Easter. Please contact Father John Barrett with any questions.

Check out this year's latest editions of Lower and Middle School News!

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, February 27: P/T Conferences: March 6 & 7 (signups close at noon on March 4), Annual Giving, reading buddies, learning about the Industrial Revolution in fifth grade, abstract sculptures in third grade, grandparents and special friends in the science lab, reading in Spanish, flashlight reading, handball and volleyball in PE, JRA's Odyssey of the Mind Team and more +++

- VFTM: Thursday, February 20: (bi-weekly newsletter) A Busy Time, GEP embassy correspondence update, Jazz Picnic: March 4, MS Envirothon, a student interviews classmates about field trips, ceramic art, MS athletics and more +++

*Archives for all SES publications can be accessed by logging into mySTEDS and visiting the Pirate Publications resource board tile.

Ecology honors students spent the day boating, exploring and learning about the largest river restoration project in the world at the FAU Kissimmee River Field Lab. Students investigated the water quality, vegetation, fishes, invertebrates and bird species to document the potential return of native terrestrial and aquatic species to the newly restored system.

After this morning's Java Friday, it became clear that many families will be focused on Spring Break and won't have the opportunity to meet with AD Eileen Pliske and Assistant AD Todd Fletcher. We have decided to move their presentation to the March 21 Java Friday. We look forward to seeing you there.

US Art Students visited the VBMA on February 21 and 27 to see the French Moderns exhibit.

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Studio Juckiewicz - Architecture & Design for supporting Saint Edward's School!  We appreciate all you do.

Saint Edward's School invites you to the Celebration of Life for Fine Arts Department Chair and Instrumental Band Teacher Pete Hengen. Join us for music, remembrances and time together to remember and embrace his wonderful impact on our community. The Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, March 2, at 2:00pm in the Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts. A reception with light fare will follow immediately in the Wachter Activities Center. We look forward to being together with Pete's family and friends soon. Click here for questions.

Check out this year's latest editions of Lower and Middle School News!

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, February 13: Book Week: February 24 - 28, kindergarteners act out a script, PK4 students pedal and play, kindergarteners celebrate the 100th Day of School, second graders take a virtual field trip, fourth and second grade heart artwork, Little Pirates learn with robots, fifth grade ecologists, fourth grade studies magnetism and more +++

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, February 20: P/T Conferences: March 6 & 7, Book Week: February 24 - 28, Little Pirates work on forward rolls, Grandparents and Special Friends Day, shape scavenger hunt in LP, long vowels in kindergarten, second grade artwork inspired by Mondrian, book nomination celebration in second grade and more +++

- VFTM: Thursday, February 20: (bi-weekly newsletter) A Busy Time, GEP embassy correspondence update, Jazz Picnic: March 4, MS Envirothon, a student interviews classmates about field trips, ceramic art, MS athletics and more +++

*Archives for all SES publications can be accessed by logging into mySTEDS and visiting the Pirate Publications resource board tile.

The curtain rises on chaos on Friday in the Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts! Everything that can go wrong will go wrong in The Play That Goes Wrong, a full-blown theatrical disaster (on purpose!), packed with hilarious mishaps, missed cues and complete mayhem. Our Theatre Department is pulling out all the stops to make sure everything falls apart flawlessly. Don’t miss the madness, purchase your tickets now for the February 28 and March 1 performances!

Tonight kicks off the 33rd Annual Trunk Show! Start your weekend with a girls' night out at the Sip & Shop Party from 6 - 8 p.m. Online sales have closed, but tickets are still available at the door.

If your evening is already booked, you can grab a friend and stroll the booths for unique treasures on Saturday or Sunday. General admission shopping takes place on Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. If you'd rather lend a helping hand, there are still volunteer positions open on iVolunteer. Just click here and choose the second or third tabs at the top to view the available time slots.

Get ready for a weekend to remember! All proceeds from this event directly support our School, helping fund initiatives from trips and student events to programming resources and classroom furniture. Thank you for being part of this incredible tradition. Happy shopping!

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Gibson Produce for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do. 

Reminder! There is no school for students tomorrow, February 14, due to a Faculty In-Service Day, and there is no school on Monday, February 17, for Presidents' Day. Enjoy the long weekend, and we will see everyone back on campus on Tuesday.

On Friday, January 31, the choral students in grades 7 -12 got to go to Disney’s Workshop B. They were there for two hours and were taught the songs Love is an Open Door and For the First Time in Forever from the Disney movie Frozen. Then, they spent the rest of the day at Magic Kingdom, riding fun rides like Tron, Space Mountain and many others. They then celebrated the end of a long day with dinner at Chick-fil-A and McDonald's. They had so much fun, all thanks to their choir teacher, Ms. Esposito.

Written by Peyton Bittle '30 for Mr. Dowdy's 2/6 View from the Middle newsletter.

We're not making any jokes here, the name of the spring play really is The Play That Goes Wrong. Our Theatre Department is working hard to prepare a special murder mystery performance, that may or may not encounter a few mishaps along the way. Purchase your tickets now for the February 28 and March 1 show dates.

Check out this year's latest editions of Lower and Middle School News!

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, February 6: Black History Month, LS Grandparents & Special Friends Day, Lands' End sale, football in PE, Little Pirates turn into penguins, graffiti art in fifth grade, fifth grade learns about the Industrial Revolution, PK4 experiences snow, third and fifth grade in the Science Lab, February's Reader's Reef Book Club and more +++

- VFTM: Thursday, February 6: (bi-weekly newsletter) Getting Involved, student food art, sixth grade rocket launches, activities in Spanish class, GEP updates in sixth grade, MS athletics and more +++

*Archives for all SES publications can be accessed by logging into mySTEDS and visiting the Pirate Publications resource board tile.

To celebrate Valentine's Day, the US Student Council is going to help you "Kiss a Senior Goodbye." For $3, you can send the senior(s) of your choice a bag of Hershey Kisses and a personalized note. We are so excited for what our future graduates will do, and this is our way of making those memories even sweeter. Please click HERE by the end of the day (Friday, February 7). Students will receive their goodies during homeroom on February 13, so please be sure to include the first and last name of the student and your message. Questions? Contact Mrs. Stalquist.

Mr. Chad Miller, known for celebrating his math students' success in Mu Alpha Theta, is now being recognized himself! He has been selected for the 2024 Edyth May Sliffe Award for his dedication to inspiring students in mathematics and academic excellence. This prestigious award honors exceptional middle and high school teachers who foster student engagement through the MAA American Mathematics Competitions (MAA AMC), which attract 300,000 participants worldwide each year. With a record number of nominations, only 29 teachers were chosen, underscoring the impact of educators like Mr. Miller in shaping young mathematicians. Congratulations!

A group of LS/MS students, who independently gathered for the recent Cupcake Run, came home with a 2nd place prize for the school with the most participation and a 2nd place prize for fastest school. The run was Saturday, February 1, and the team was comprised of Alex, Maggie, Clara and Lily Shackelton, Catherine Zerpa, Taylor and Sloane Weber and Finn, Riley and Petey Ensio. Go Pirates!

It isn't too late to participate in the Blood Drive this Wednesday, February 12, from 8:10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Please sign up HERE. You must be 16 years of age or older to participate, and students that are not 17+ must fill out this permission form with their parents. Please contact Alice Crean or Matthew Barrett with any further questions, and check out these helpful tips from Nurse DeCosta:

Before your donation:

• Be well rested and hydrate!
• Get at least 8 hours of sleep the night before.
• Drink an extra 16oz of water 30 minutes before your appointment.
• Eat a healthy breakfast or lunch (or both if you are donating later in the day).
  • Avoid fatty foods like hamburgers, fries or ice cream.
  • Choose lean proteins (lean meat, cheese and yogurt) or complex carbohydrates (bread, cereal and fruit).  

After your donation:

• Relax for a few minutes in our refreshment & recovery area and have a snack.
• Drink an extra four (8oz) glasses of liquids over the next 24 hours.
• If you experience dizziness or lightheadedness, stop what you are doing and sit or lie down until you feel better.
• Avoid performing any activity where fainting may lead to injury for at least 24 hours.

The Upper School gathered in the Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday to celebrate five of our seniors in a special signing ceremony on National Signing Day. Congratulations to the following students:

• Harrison Reicher, Southern Methodist University, Polo
• Ethan Ball, Denison University, Football
• Gary Anderson, Carson-Newman University, Football
• Nicky Colontrelle, Allegheny College, Football
• Keegan Nyman, West Point, Lacrosse

Please click here for an album of Signing Day photos.

Returning families, the re-enrollment deadline is February 15. Contracts for the 2025-26 school year can be accessed and completed by logging in to mySTEDS. Please click here for instructions on completing the contract. If you have any questions accessing your contract, do not hesitate to reach out to Moniek Holloway. If you have any questions related to your deposit, bill or payments, please reach out to Student Billing. Finally, if you have questions or concerns about the contract or deadlines, please reach out to Mara Slattery.

Reminder for middle school and rising sixth grade parents. There is a PA General Meeting with a focus on the Middle School on Tuesday, February 4, at 8:15 a.m. in the Peter B. Benedict Library. Join the PA to learn more about Mr. Dowdy's leadership, MAP testing and life in the Middle School.

Students, faculty, staff and parents are invited to participate in the Blood Drive held on Wednesday, February 12, from 8:10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the bus loop. Please sign up HERE as soon as possible. You must be 16 years of age or older to participate, and students that are not 17+ must fill out this permission form with their parents. Please contact Alice Crean or Matthew Barrett with any further questions.

Check out this year's latest editions of Lower and Middle School News!

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, January 30: The Lunar New Year, girls uniform update, Lands' End sale, mock Caldecott election, PK4 scavenger hunt, long vowels in kindergarten, Little Pirates do geometry, colorful fruits in second grade, PK4 learns about the water cycle, reading in Spanish, third grade engineers, fourth grade learns about matter, second grade water scientists and more +++

- VFTM: Thursday, January 23: (bi-weekly newsletter) Winter update from Mr. Dowdy, MS student art showcase in the Peter B. Benedict Library, GEP updates in sixth grade, students' New Year's resolutions, MS athletics and more +++

*Archives for all SES publications can be accessed by logging into mySTEDS and visiting the Pirate Publications resource board tile.

Ahoy Mateys! "Arrrr" you ready to purchase your tickets for Pirate Family Bingo Night? Today (1/31) is the last day to receive a free raffle ticket with your purchase!

Like last year's PA Pirate Picnic, we welcome your friends from outside Saint Edward's School, and it's even better if they have expressed an interest in becoming a Pirate! There is no cost for your guests, so once you purchase your tickets, please indicate the family name and how many guests you'll be bringing at the bottom of the link, so we have plenty of pizza and Bingo cards for all! It will be fun for the entire crew, see you on February 6.

The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, established in 1923, is the nation’s longest-running, most prestigious recognition program for creative teens. The artwork was reviewed and recognized by a panel of creative professionals, and awarded for its outstanding merit in originality, skill and the emergence of a personal voice and vision.

Four of our Saint Edward's art students have won Scholastic Art & Writing Awards in the 2025 Competition: Maia Wallace '26 won a Gold Key in Printmaking for her Cat Blues, Antonio Torres '28 won a Silver Key for his drawing, Mi Madre, Maria, Max Plotkin '25 won an Honorable Mention for his digital artwork, The Pearl, and Jack Engel '25 won a Gold Key in Film & Animation for his film Vanished. There were thousands of entries in the "Region-at-Large South Art" level. Gold Keys will go on to compete at the National Level. Congratulations to all!

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Kathleen Provancher, Realtor - ONE Sotheby’s Int’l Realty for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do. 

Check out all of our Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. #SESCorporatePartners2024

Check out this year's latest editions of Lower and Middle School News!

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, January 23: Coffee with the Counselor on January 28, girls uniform update for the 2025-26 school year, pop art cupcakes in first grade, food art in third grade, Sink the Ship in PE, ocean animal exploration in the Lower School Library, measurement and capacity in kindergarten, chapter books in Spanish and more +++

- VFTM: Thursday, January 23: (bi-weekly newsletter) Winter update from Mr. Dowdy, MS student art showcase in the Peter B. Benedict Library, GEP updates in sixth grade, students' New Year's resolutions, MS athletics and more +++

*Archives for all SES publications can be accessed by logging into mySTEDS and visiting the Pirate Publications resource board tile.

Congratulations to three of our US students have won awards in the Lagoonapalooza Art & Poetry Contest. Mia Perez '28 won first place for her manatee poster, Bruno Barreirinhas '26 won second place for his "Save the Lagoon" poster and Jack Engel '25 won first place in special categories for his video. We are so proud of their incredible talent and dedication to conservation!

The music news continues! Senior Sienna Mallon joined the High School Concert Band for a performance at the IRSC Four County Honor Band and Orchestra Festival. Way to go, Sienna, on your acceptance into this program and your incredible talent!

Last year’s trunk show volunteers had a balloon blast, and this year, we need YOU to help make the magic happen again! Whether you’re ready to bounce in for setup, be part of the action or wrap up the event, there’s a spot for everyone. Sign up today to volunteer at the 33rd Annual Trunk Show from Friday, February 21 through Sunday, February 23 - you'll have fun and help a great cause!

Better yet, this year we are happy to offer FREE CHILDCARE in the Lower School for our volunteers on Saturday. Please note that this benefit is for Trunk Show volunteers only, and the care covers only the hours that you are donating to the School on SATURDAY. Here's how it will work:

1. Sign up on iVolunteer (chose the second tab at the top to view Saturday's time slots).

Don't forget to get a sneak peek of the fabulous vendors on Instagram @steds.trunkshow.verobeach and learn more about the weekend-long event by visiting the Parents Association Trunk Show page.

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Premier Estate Properties for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do.

Check out all of our Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. #SESCorporatePartners2024

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Kristina & Dan Poydenis ‘99 for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do.

Check out all of our Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. #SESCorporatePartners2024

Artist in Residence Ms. Tina McClure brought her 30+ years of pottery expertise to Ms. Michos' ceramics classes this week! Students loved learning new techniques on the pottery wheel and hearing about her lifelong passion for clay. Ms. McClure is a potter and ceramic artist who has done gallery work, festivals, private events, fundraisers, commission work, public workshops as well as public and private lessons to all ages. When she's not playing with clay you'll find her gaining inspiration in the garden, kayaking the lagoon and mangrove waterways or exploring the beaches for treasure. Thank you, Ms. McClure, for your time in the pottery studio. Our students had a wonderful time!

Check out this year's latest editions of Lower and Middle School News!

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, January 16: A Curriculum Committee update, Coffee with the Counselor on January 28, sharks and minnows, cat and chicken artwork, LP and PK4 PE skills, balloon dogs in fifth grade, winter landscapes in fourth grade, Spanish class and much more +++

- VFTM: Thursday, January 9: (bi-weekly newsletter) Welcome to the Second Semester, Upper School Prep for Rising Ninth Grade Parents, Studio Art B class project, MS athletics and more +++

*Archives for all SES publications can be accessed by logging into mySTEDS and visiting the Pirate Publications resource board tile.

On Wednesday evening, sophomore Spencer Taft showcased his talent as part of the prestigious Wynton Marsalis Jazz Ensemble at the IRSC Four County Honor Band and Orchestra Festival. Congratulations, Spencer, for your acceptance into this program and for your incredible performance. Although he was unable to attend, we would also like to congratulate César Dato-Slattery '27 for his selection into the ensemble. Check out a preview of Spencer's drumming skills here.

Monday was a day of stories and smiles at Senior Buddies' Reading Day! Seniors and their first-grade pals shared books, treats and laughter in the lower school courtyard. From blankets to benches, every corner was filled with friendship and fun. Please click on the headline for a few photo highlights.

Father Barrett and Mrs. Barnett would like to invite middle and upper school students to join their Bible study every Thursday morning from 7:15 to 7:45 a.m. in the Fine Arts Building. This semester, they will be diving into Paul’s letter to the Philippians. Girls will meet in FA123 with Mrs. Barnett, and boys will meet in FA113 with Father Barrett. Bibles and breakfast treats are provided, making it a wonderful way to begin the day with God's Word! If you are interested in joining, please contact Mrs. Barnett or Father Barrett.

We are so grateful for our 2023-24 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to O'Dare Boga Dobson Group - ONE Sotheby's Int'l Realty for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do. We appreciate all you do. 

Check out this year's latest editions of Lower and Middle School News!

- LS Newsletter: Thursday, January 9: Rising Sixth Grade Parents: Let's Leap Together event, Coffee with the Counselor, January's Reader Reef Book Club, Imagination Playground and Cross the River in PE class, Spanish class, colorful sea turtles in first grade and much more +++

- VFTM: Thursday, January 9: (bi-weekly newsletter) Welcome to the Second Semester, Upper School Prep for Rising Ninth Grade Parents, Studio Art B class project, MS athletics and more +++

*Archives for all SES publications can be accessed by logging into mySTEDS and visiting the Pirate Publications resource board tile.

Reminder for upper school parents! There is a PA General Meeting with a focus on the Upper School on Tuesday, January 14, at 8:15 a.m. in the Peter B. Benedict Library. Join the PA to learn more about life in the Upper School.

Parents and students, report cards for all students will be released at 3:30 p.m. today online. To view report cards, log into your mySTEDS account. Select your child’s name from the upper left corner (if you only have one child, their name and picture will be visible). On the Progress tab of your child’s record, on the Performance tile, click the “Report Cards” link. Then click on the desired report, which will open in a new window as a pdf.

Students in Dr. Infanzón's AP Government class got a hands-on lesson in the election process today, featuring a special visit from representatives of the Supervisor of Elections. The session included insights into voter registration and a fun mock vote on Chick-fil-A menu items. Nuggets won by a close margin, proof that every vote counts!

We are so grateful for our 2024-25 Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. Thank you to Moulton Layne, P.L., for supporting Saint Edward's School! We appreciate all you do.

Check out all of our Corporate Partners and Family Patrons. #SESCorporatePartners2024

All college-bound students and families of Indian River County,
 
You are invited to College Night with the Deans on Monday, January 27, at 7 p.m. in the Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts. Our panelists will join us from Wake Forest, FAU, Ohio State and Sewanee. These institutions represent a variety of in-state and out-of-state private and public schools, to give you the opportunity to learn about different admissions programs. The admissions leaders will sit on a panel and will then open the floor for questions. Please come prepared with questions written down.
 
We would like to see everyone attend - this event is free and open to the public! Click here to add this event to your calendar.

This senior relay dream team is racing back to campus and leading the charge. We can’t wait to see everyone’s smiling faces tomorrow morning. Let’s kick off the new semester strong!

This week, the kindergarten classes wrapped up their show-and-tell writing unit. Each student chose their favorite writing piece from December and worked on editing and revising their pieces. Once they completed the publishing process, the kindergarteners went upstairs to the second-grade classrooms to share. They were so excited to read their work to the big kids! What a fun way to celebrate a huge success!

It may not have been a white Christmas this year, but Ms. Raymond's art students brought snowflakes to Vero Beach!

Marine science students continued their lagoon sampling days at new shoreline and spoil island locations as part of their lagoon research, funded by the Indian River Lagoon Council and National Estuary Program. Students traveled by boat in the early hours to begin their studies with dolphin mother-calf pairs traveling with the boat. Water quality parameters, seagrass coverage, sediment and biodiversity data were collected to compare lagoon sites. Click here to watch a video of the action.