Pirates Launch New School Year

9/3/2014

Monica Jennings

Saint Edward’s School began the school year on Monday, August 25^th with increased enrollment and a number of new, highly qualified teachers. The local Pre-K through 12^th grade independent school enjoyed a robust summer admissions season, with enrollment increasing to 530 students.

Head of School Mike Mersky says, “There is much to celebrate for us in the Saint Edward’s School community. We are more committed than ever to providing our students with an unparalleled educational experience, and the work of our faculty this summer reflects that commitment. Professional growth occurred in areas such as IPad training for almost 40 faculty members, traveling to Alaska to enhance the core science program in environmental and marine biology, developing our exclusive study skills protocol, attending a national global leadership and learning conference, attending the Gilder Lerhman Institute for US History and US Government, attending the Broadway Theater Teacher’s Workshop, performing AP art research in the state of Florida, and enhancing Spanish language learning through digital framework are only some of the significant areas of growth for our faculty and for our curriculum this summer.” The continuing education of the faculty is reflected in the academic successes of the students. The School recently announced that in classes such as Calculus BC, Biology, World History, Spanish and Human Geography, Saint Edward’s students scored a 100% pass (3 or above) rate.

Students are equally excited to return to the classrooms. Student Body Executive President Cassidy Layton addressed the Upper School on Friday, welcoming old friends and new students to the community. She said, “The Class of 2015 is an amazing group of unique and talented individuals who are thrilled to be leading the underclassman. The energy around school is incredible, already, and our faculty, staff and student council have been endlessly planning over the summer to make it a fantastic year. With the highest number of students in the upper school in years, we are nothing but optimistic about the challenges and experiences that lie ahead.”

The School is currently planning for its 50^th anniversary, starting in January, 2015. The year-long celebration will include a number of special events, including a student-driven marine science research program in conjunction with ORCA (Ocean Research Conservation Association). Pirates at all grade levels will participate in identifying environmental compromise in the Indian River Lagoon and studying action-based solutions that will benefit the local community.

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