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This is a Facebook group created by Jacksonville Mom to help connect and support moms that live in the Nocatee area of Jacksonville. We hope you join and plan some meet ups and share some information for other Nocatee moms!

This is a Facebook group created by Jacksonville Mom to help connect and support moms that live in the St. Johns area of Jacksonville. We hope you join and plan some meet ups and share some information for other moms in your neighborhood!

This is a Facebook group created by Jacksonville Mom to help connect and support moms that live in the Downtown and San Marco area of Jacksonville. We hope you join and plan some meet ups and share some information for other moms in your neighborhood!

This is a Facebook group created by Jacksonville Mom to help connect and support moms that live in the Beaches and Intracoastal area of Jacksonville. We hope you join and plan some meet ups and share some information for other moms in your neighborhood!

This is a Facebook group created by Jacksonville Mom to help connect and support moms that live in the Arlington area of Jacksonville. We hope you join and plan some meet ups and share some information for other moms in your neighborhood!

This is a Facebook group created by Jacksonville Mom to help connect and support moms that live in the Argyle and Westside area of Jacksonville. We hope you join and plan some meet ups and share some information for other moms in your neighborhood!

We are one of Jacksonville’s most established, respected and reliable pet sitting companies and have been serving the 4 legged (and 3 legged on occasion!) fur baby community since 2006.

We specialize in one-on-one personal loving care for your DOG, CAT or other furry family member while you are away from home. Whether you are away for just a few hours while you are at work, or if you are going on vacation for days, weeks or longer, we have the perfect solution for all of your pet sitting needs. We also provide transportation services for your pets.

Camp Bow Wow is a non-traditional doggy day care and boarding facility. Your dog will come play with other dogs of like size and temperament all day long!

Riverside Animal Hospital is a full service animal hospital and will take both emergency cases as well as less urgent medical, surgical, and dental issues. John Rossi is experienced in all types of conditions and treatments. Beyond first rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and a very calm environment so your pet can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting his or her own Jacksonville veterinarian.

It is our goal at Beaches Animal Clinic to provide the most compassionate care and competent care possible for our patients. Our doctors and support team will always be vigilant in staying current on the highest quality medicine and treatments available with emphasis on exceptional client service. We will strive to celebrate the human-animal bond and recognize its importance in society. To this end our patients will always be treated as if they were our own pets, with dignity, compassion and respect.

The Jacksonville Humane Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need while engaging the hearts, hands and minds of our community to bring about an end to the killing of abandoned and orphaned shelter animals.

Jacksonville’s ONLY full service pet funeral home and pet crematory for ethical and dignified pet death care.

At our vet hospital, your pets are family and we offer them the best possible veterinary care. Our Jacksonville Animal Clinic was established in 1964 and is a full service American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited clinic in FL. We provide compassionate veterinary care using the latest technological advances in medical, surgical, and pet dental services for animals. Our veterinarian and staff provide full veterinary services for dogs and cats.

BARK is an Urban Dog Retreat voted “BEST OF JACKSONVILLE” 2010 & 2011! We offer Grooming, Day Care, Boarding and Training along with natural non-grain foods, amazing collars, toys and accessories.

Fresh Prints Pet Lodge & Day Resort is located in Jacksonville, Florida, family owned and operated since 1997. Fresh Prints offers pet/dog boarding, pet/dog grooming and accessories. Owner, Steve Cantor has always had a love for animals and provides a loving and caring atmosphere. Quality grooming, daily entertainment, indoor/outdoor play areas, 24 hour security, and a friendly trained staff!

A Home Concierge Franchise System offering House Cleaning and Errand Services and Travel Planning.

Proudly serving east of the St. Johns River (including Duval and St. Johns counties) since 2005. Our office currently cleans over 800 homes with a cleaning staff of 40+ employees. All of our hard working staff is employed by our office, no sub-contracting/leasing, and all payroll taxes are paid. Quality cleaning is our top priority and we are able to guarantee your satisfaction as we dedicate a lot of time and resources to our training program, supervision of staff and performance of daily quality inspections.

With over 20 years of experience, we have found that every client’s needs are different. That is why As You Like It Housekeeping Referral Agency, Inc., offers independent housekeepers who are not limited to the traditional “maid” chores, and most will perform essentially any task you want completed. With three offices located in the Jacksonville area, we cover all of Duval & Clay County.

Precision Cleaning offers a range of home and commercial cleaning services within the Jacksonville and Tallahassee areas of Florida. We provide maid services, window cleaning services and a host of other professional cleaning services to make your life easier.

Call Many Maids when you want the very best in professional cleaning services. We are locally owned and operated, for over 13 years, with our office in Neptune Beach.

First Coast Home Pros consists of highly skilled professionals who are committed to providing you an unsurpassed level of service with the highest standard of care. We have teams of specialists to clean your home inside and out, from top to bottom. We provide maid services, carpet cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, air duct cleaning and more.

Merry Maids of Jacksonville provides residential cleaning services to Jacksonville, Orange Park, Ponte Vedra, and St. Johns.

The mission of The Jericho School (non profit 501(c) 3 corporation) is to provide comprehensive, individualized science-based education not otherwise available in our community. We believe those children with autism and other developmental delays deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential. The school’s curriculum provides effective treatment and education programs to children and their families based on Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior.

The Community Outreach Program allows The Jericho School to provide parents and other community members access to training and education training free of charge. The program increases parents’ and service providers’ knowledge, skills and abilities for working with children with autism; teaching specific skills, reducing inappropriate behaviors and developing language skills.

The Program includes a free 2-Day Workshop to provide parents and caregivers training in the best practices in working with children with autism. Education is provided on the basic principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and how to use Verbal Behavior in Teaching Language to Children with Autism and other Developmental Disabilities.

A free consultation and assessment is also provided for the parents participating in the Community Outreach Program to provide more individualized guidance and assistance in selecting appropriate goals for their child’s educational program.

We offer a full range of services from inexpensive but careful lawn maintenance and landscaping to world class hardscape design and installation, Beautiful Blooms is your one stop solution for the perfect outdoor environment.

C.S.S. Landscaping, Inc. serves the greater Jacksonville, FL area and provides a wide array of services: Landscape Maintenance and Installation, Certified Pest Management, Lawn Fertilization, Irrigation System Repairs and Horticultural and Arborist Services are available. We also have the capability and resources to handle any emergency situation 24 hours a day.

We provide fertilization, pest control and irrigation services for Fleming Island, Orange Park, Green Cove Springs and Jacksonville.

McDaniel’s Lawn Care & Landscaping is one of the premiere providers of landscaping in Jacksonville, FL. We are composed of highly skilled and reliable Lawn Service experts who are passionate about giving our clients lawn and garden a look that bursts with life. We specialize in lawn care and maintenance services, landscape design and architecture, also installation of walkways and garden fixtures to name a few.

From fertilization to weed and insect control, McCall’s lawn care services are designed to repair damage caused by weather, insects and over-watering as well as other conditions that are harmful to a healthy lawn.

Meredith Rowe Photography is the premier newborn photographer in Jacksonville, FL. While newborn babies are her specialty, Meredith has also been photographing children, seniors, and families for seven years.

The Handyman Company offers a wide range of home repairs and remodeling services for both residential and commercial customers. From drywall repair, bath remodels, ceiling fans, new floors or complete office build-outs.

At Handyman Matters of Jax, our professional craftsmen are skilled in over 1,162 different repair and improvement projects. We take pride in helping our customers solve problems big and small. So give us a call and get your to-do list done today!

Afford-A-Handyman has been providing Professional and Exceptional Customer Service to Jacksonville, Fl, since 2003. Our reputation for High Ethical Standards and Unmatched Performance, continues to make us the Premier Handyman Service in the city, while setting new industry standards.

Mr. Handyman’s office is in Orange Park, but we service all of Northern Clay & St. Johns County, Nassau and Duval County, FL. We are your one-call solution for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Mr. Handyman service technicians are skilled craftsmen, so you know they will get the job done right the first time. Our uniformed, fully insured technicians arrive on time in a marked van and clean up when they’ve finished the job.

David Gray Plumbing, Inc. has been in business for over 25 years and has grown to be one of the largest, most respected plumbing companies in the Jacksonville & St. Augustine areas.

We now have over forty service crews and likely have a truck in your area. From the smallest toilet repair or sink repair, to the most complicated re-piping or bathroom remodel, there is no plumbing job that we can’t handle. No matter how complicated or off-the-wall the repair may be, we have done it before.

Affordable Plumbing of Jax, Inc. opened its doors in 1999 and has grown to one of the most respected plumbing companies in Jacksonville and the surrounding counties. We pride our-selves in a job well done and we will treat your home or business just like it was our own. We have rapidly built our satisfied customer base by providing quality service at an affordable price.

Experience and training make the difference. The Turner Team has over 150 YEARS combined experience with Turner Plumbing and over 200 YEARS of experience in the industry. Our men use industry-leading technology to provide you with the most effective solutions to your plumbing needs. We take pride in our work as a 3rd generation plumbing company, and strive to provide excellence to our customers.

MYcroSchool Jacksonville is a new and exciting approach to high school. This tuition-free public charter school caters to students who are looking for a better way to learn the skills they need to earn their diploma and be ready for college and career

MYcroSchool Jacksonville is a community-based, personalized learning program that prepares at-promise students for college and career. It is a public school so does not charge tuition.

MYcroSchool campuses are small learning communities that provide a high school program for students who need to get back on-track to graduation. Rather than viewing students at-risk of failure, MYcroSchools consider students at-promise of success. The school effectively engages students through relationship-focused, high-tech, and rigorous learning experiences. Graduates emerge prepared for careers, the military, and/or more education.

Engaging students in a 21st century, virtual learning environment for a lifetime of success.

Duval Virtual Instruction Academy, also known as DVIA, is another Duval County Public School.

If a traditional classroom isn’t best for your child, Duval Public Schools has an alternative: Duval Virtual Instruction Academy (DVIA), a virtual school program for grades K-5. DVIA offers a flexible program custom tailored to your child using the Calvert Education curriculum.

Why families choose Duval Virtual Instruction Academy:

• Live Support:from Florida-certified teachers and experienced teachers from Calvert
• Online Resources:Activities and videos integrated into lessons
• Lesson Manuals: Complete daily plans for all subjects
• Community: Online and in-person events for students and families

To learn more or see our schedule of upcoming events, click here

Read more about Duval Virtual Instruction Academy in an article written for Jax Moms Blog!

Grades K-8. Global Outreach Charter Academy is the first public school for foreign languages in Duval County.

The mission of Global Outreach Charter Academy is to deliver a first-class academic program that offers a unique bilingual, bi-literate and bi-cultural curriculum, preparing students to have an edge in global competition.

KIPP Impact Middle School is the highest performing middle school in the entire North and Westside of Jacksonville. Our mission is to prepare our students with the knowledge, skills, habits and character to be successful in college and in life. KIPP Impact is a free public school and has an open-enrollment policy to any resident of Jacksonville. Free bus transportation is provided across the North and Westside.

With our extended school day, we offer more time on core academic instruction in reading, math, science and social studies. We also offer daily music and PE instruction for every student, as we believe this serves as a powerful complement to our academic program. Some of the skills needed to be successful in college can be measured on a test – like math or science. Many other habits and skills though cannot – like curiosity, self-control, gratitude and grit. These are also critically important for a student to develop to be successful in college and in life!

KIPP VOICE believes that college begins in Kindergarten. Each classroom is named after a college and students learn about colleges throughout the year. The cornerstones of our school will be a caring and disciplined school community, culturally relevant curriculum, rigorous college-prep academics, and teaching students the skills necessary to get to and through college. We strongly believe that a college education is vital to gaining opportunities in life, competing in today’s increasingly sophisticated global workforce, and fulfilling one’s potential.

Our Mission: We help at-risk students earn a standard high school diploma and prepare for post-secondary success.

We offer an instructional calendar beyond the traditional 180 days to give students more opportunity to continue working toward meeting graduation goals. Attendance throughout the school’s instructional calendar is mandatory and necessary for success. Please see the published school calendar.
Program Offered:

Lone Star is a tuition-free public high school that operates two sessions per day – morning and afternoon. Students have the opportunity to enroll in the four-hour session that best fits their personal schedule so they have the flexibility to earn a quality education while working, caring for family, or managing other commitments.

Once enrolled, the school works with the student to create a personalized academic plan to graduate, and immediately helps the student to start earning credits as his/her own pace. Courses are computer-based to help the student to focus and track progress, and certified teachers provide individualized support.

The school serves ages 16 to 21. Graduation ceremonies are held in June.

There is no cost to attend. All programs are free.

To instill a love for learning in a structured and nurturing environment through engaging and stimulating learning opportunities.

To ensure that students reach their maximum potential, be successful in their subsequent education, become responsible and productive citizens in a rapidly changing world.

To apply innovative methods and interdisciplinary instruction to create a stimulating and student centered learning environment.

To model, educate and engage students in how to truly think and problem solve by teaching to the whole child extending beyond the classroom

To be a catalyst for change in Math and Science.

To graduate every student college ready.

To ensure that students reach their maximum potential, be successful in their subsequent education, become responsible and productive citizens in a rapidly changing world. To apply innovative methods and interdisciplinary instruction to create a stimulating and student centered learning environment. To model, educate and engage students in how to truly think and problem solve by teaching to the whole child extending beyond the classroom To be a catalyst for change in Math and Science. To graduate every student college ready.

To instill a love for learning in a structured and nurturing environment through engaging and stimulating learning opportunities.

To ensure that students reach their maximum potential, be successful in their subsequent education, become responsible and productive citizens in a rapidly changing world.

To apply innovative methods and interdisciplinary instruction to create a stimulating and student centered learning environment.

To model, educate and engage students in how to truly think and problem solve by teaching to the whole child extending beyond the classroom

To be a catalyst for change in Math and Science.

To graduate every student college ready.

Our mission is to provide a kindergarten through eighth grade research-based rigorous core curriculum that cultivates each child’s innate intellectual and STEM career leadership development.

Some unique characteristics of the Jacksonville SALTech campus include the ability to work at your own pace, the availability of Alternative Assessment for Exit Exams, and an upcoming TV Production curriculum.

FREE HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PROGRAM
* Work-at-your-own-pace
* Small class sizes for one-on-one attention
* High-tech, computer-based learning
* Individually-appropriate curriculum helps students get back on track to graduate
* Career preparation and training through Job Corps
* Highly-qualified teachers who want you to succeed
* Subjects offered: English, Math, Social Studies, Science, Art History and Culture, Visual Technologies, Physical Education, ESOL
* Previous high school credits are transferrable

The goal of School of Success Academy is to enhance education from a Personal Education Potential (PEP) and provide appropriate learning opportunities for our students through Individual Success Plans (ISP). Essential to the achievement of this goal is our establishment of an environment that is conducive to learning with a sensitive staff and an academically challenging program undergirded by an emphasis on citizenship which focuses on personal responsibility, respect, work ethics, integrity, self-esteem, parental commitment, and community service.

Our school day begins at 8:30am until 3:30pm. SCA embraces learning as a dynamic experience in which children will explore and learn core subjects of language arts, math, science and social studies through direct experience, using a hands-on, experiential curriculum with an arts-integrated focus as well as the use of integrated technology.

SCA students will be provided educational resources such as: Art, Music, Drama, Computer, Foreign Language, Physical Education, and Library.

Extended Day care will also be available from 6:30am – 6:00pm

The mission of Seacoast is to provide a student-centered education, focusing on the whole child. We want our students to develop a true love for learning by creating a positive learning environment with innovative technology and high-quality education, focused on an arts integrated, hands-on curriculum with the overall goal of giving our elementary students a lifetime appreciation of learning and the development of their unique talents and abilities.

MISSION: To promote a culture that maximizes student achievement and fosters the development of responsible, self-directed, life-long learners in a safe and nurturing environment. This will be achieved in a rigorous academic environment focused on the fundamentals of leadership development, enhanced personal responsibility and community involvement.

PHILOSOPHY: At the heart of the School’s philosophy and underlying purpose are four key pillars: • Academic Excellence • Leadership Development • Personal Responsibility • Community Involvement. The commitment to these elements is rooted in core beliefs and values that will drive the mission of the School.

Somerset Preparatory Academy, a Duval County Public Charter school for K-8 focused on high level academic rigor and technology integration for the Northside, Jacksonville

Our Mission:

To provide the children of the Northside a structured and nurturing learning environment that is focused on rigorous academic standards, character development, self-discipline, personal and social responsibility and family involvement.

Vision Statement:

“Tigers Today Leaders Tomorrow”

Valor Academy of Leadership is a tuition-free public school for males
focusing on the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math.

Our unique educational model is focused on educating students in high poverty/high minority neighborhoods where schools have been identified as underperforming. Valor Academy of Leadership and Virtue Arts & Science Academy will provide families the choice of a gender-based college-bound program. The program will prepare K-12 students for high school graduation and college success. School culture will be focused on cultivating leadership skills so students can become leaders in their communities and develop character to equip students with the confidence needed to meet challenges faced throughout their lives.

The mission of PROFECTUS Learning Systems is to provide underserved students with a rigorous college preparatory curriculum that will prepare them for college, shape character, develop leadership skills and create independent thinkers.

Valor Academy of Leadership is a tuition-free public school for males
focusing on the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math.

Our unique educational model is focused on educating students in high poverty/high minority neighborhoods where schools have been identified as underperforming. Valor Academy of Leadership and Virtue Arts & Science Academy will provide families the choice of a gender-based college-bound program. The program will prepare K-12 students for high school graduation and college success. School culture will be focused on cultivating leadership skills so students can become leaders in their communities and develop character to equip students with the confidence needed to meet challenges faced throughout their lives.

The mission of PROFECTUS Learning Systems is to provide underserved students with a rigorous college preparatory curriculum that will prepare them for college, shape character, develop leadership skills and create independent thinkers.

Jacksonville’s PREMIER K-5 Charter School.
Innovative. Challenging. Nurturing.

Wayman Academy of the Arts Mission
WAA will provide a relational, relevant and rigorous academic and arts program. Our goal is to develop a school-parent partnership whose vision and mission is developing and nurturing thinking, competent, self-confident, and, yes, happy students prepared to successfully complete secondary education. Additionally, we join the Duval County Public Schools in inspiring “all students to acquire and use the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global economy, and culturally diverse world.”

Our Mission: We help at-risk students earn a regular high school diploma and prepare for post-secondary success. We offer an instructional calendar beyond the traditional 180 days to give students more opportunity to continue working toward meeting graduation goals. Attendance throughout the school’s instructional calendar is mandatory and necessary for success. Please see the published school calendar.
Program Offered:

Murray Hill is a tuition-free public high school that operates two sessions per day – morning and afternoon. Students have the opportunity to enroll in the session that best fits their personal schedule so they have the flexibility to earn a quality education while working, caring for family, or managing other commitments.

Once enrolled, the school works with the student to create a personalized academic plan to graduate, and immediately helps the student to start earning credits at his/her own pace. Courses are computer-based to help the student to focus and track progress, and certified teachers provide individualized support.

The school serves ages 16 to 21. Graduation ceremonies are held in June.

There is no cost to attend. All programs are free.

Donna Shops For You is a Personalized Service at Affordable Prices! Grocery Shopping, Errands & More! Call Donna, together you can arrange a time for delivery!

Little Star Center is a private, non-profit school providing comprehensive, affordable, individual education and behavioral services for all who struggle with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental delays.
We place a strong emphasis on academics, behavior, and communication. These skills are taught using Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior. We utilize individual instruction, group instruction, and social skills training. Our ultimate goal is to prepare children with Autism and other developmental delays for a typical educational setting through intense training and small group sessions.

Since opening our doors back in August of 2005, JSA has been developed by the joint efforts of a diverse group of families and professionals who are able to network with one another to develop programs that directly support our children’s unique learning needs. JSA operates under an “Integrative Model” and is open to any student on the autism spectrum, ages 3-18 years. JSA has a variety of classrooms to meet the needs of individual students. These varied programs allow for the successful development of students and ensures a comfortable transition from our new learners to advanced learners.

Our mission at JSA is to provide every child with a positive learning experience in a safe and comfortable environment. All of our programs emphasize whole child development (behavioral, academic, social, and physical growth). While our goals and programs may be very different for our individual students, our solidarity remains strong in our resolve as “parents and teachers in partnership” to help all our children and students reach their potential.

Our talented staff members have expertise in working with children, adolescents, and young adults between the ages of 18 months and 21 years. We can assist with concerns related to:

Symptoms of childhood psychiatric and developmental diagnoses:
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (Inattentive type, Hyperactive/Impulsive type, Combined presentation)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Conduct Disorder
Mood and Depressive Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Selective Mutism
Noncompliance
Tantrums and outbursts
Aggression and destruction
Toileting issues and enuresis or encopresis
Sleep and bedtime difficulties
Eating and feeding problems
Self-care routines and daily-living skills
Social skills
Sibling or family conflict
Phobias and fears

The Camp I Am Special Mission

We also share in the mission of the Church to reflect the compassion and love of God in Christ, by providing persons with disabilities the opportunities to know, love and serve God based on the value and dignity of human life.

A child psychologist or a child psychiatrist is a mental health expert with advanced training in helping children and teens with emotional and behavioral problems. Nemours’ pediatric psychology and psychiatry health team provides outpatient consultation and inpatient services to young people dealing with the stress of a chronic medical condition, anxiety, depression and other mental health issues.
Mission:
To provide leadership, institutions, and services to restore and improve the health of children through care and programs not readily available, with one high standard of quality and distinction regardless of the recipient’s financial status.

Make your child’s birthday the best one yet – with KidzArt!

At a KidzArt Studio painting party, your child and their friends will have a BLAST as they get inspired and get creative! They make it simple, so you can have a fun, stress-free party planning experience.

Bean Tree Pediatric Dentistry is an office like no other. We’ve taken the conventional office paradigm and turned it on its head. Our pediatric dental office is what we like to call the anti-dental, dental office. We designed our practice to be like a cozy home. A place where children don’t have to feel afraid to visit the dentist. A place where they can come in, take off their shoes, plop down on the giant bean bag and watch a movie. You see, we love kids here. Most of us have one or more and those that don’t, act like kids themselves. It’s all part of loving what you do and why our motto is “We love ‘em like our own”.

Read our blog about Bean Tree Pediatric Dentistry here!

A year round track and field club working with athletes ages 5-18, from beginners to the elite level!

Our practice was founded on one basic principal, to be the best in the industry. From that philosophy we start with a dedicated administrative staff of over 50 years in the medical industry who have the knowledge and training to ensure your private health information and HIPPA compliance is always entrusted.

Breakthroughs Counseling & Recovery Inc. offers counseling services and drug & alcohol addiction rehab intensive outpatient (IOP) treatment. Our mission is to provide the most effective and affordable mental health and substance abuse service possible in a safe and confidential atmosphere.

D’Arienzo Psychological Group was founded in 2008 by Dr. Justin D’Arienzo and has grown to become one of Northeast Florida’s most successful psychology practices. We specialize in children, adolescents, & adults; couples, marital, & divorce therapy;
forensic psychology; industrial & organizational psychology; life coaching.

A place where those seeking emotional wellness would receive high-quality care in a respectful and nurturing environment. We provide a place where the incredible resiliency of each individual is recognized and valued. It is our goal to assist individuals, couples and families in achieving balance and well being.

Sexual Assault Crisis Center offering Counseling, Education and resource information on services available to women and their families in our community.

Individual, child, adolescent, couple and family therapy services. Mental health assesments and evaluations. Also providing clinical supervision for psycotherapists, supervisors and state registered interns.

Marsh Landing Behavioral Group is an established multidisciplinary practice integrating classic treatment concepts and the modern neurosciences.

We offer medical and behavioral therapy to children and families coping with a myriad of problems. Our providers have a wide range of experience and specialty knowledge in many areas of behavioral health services. Specialists in our group provide adult psychiatry, child psychiatry, clinical psychology, family counseling, and neuropsychological services.

Hover Girl Properties is a full service real estate and property management firm serving all areas of Jacksonville. Founded by Navy wives in 2008, our company has grown into a team of agents with diverse backgrounds. We are very familiar with the challenges that arise with buying, selling, and property management; so allow us to work alongside you to best serve you and your family.

John Wolfel Real Estate is a full-service real estate company – trained and dedicated to assisting you with all aspects of your real estate needs.

We are the largest independent real estate company in Northeast Florida. We specialize in sales, rentals, single family and commercial leasing property management.

The Fred Miller Group is a real estate agency that services the Northeast Florida areas.

Farm-to-Home organic produce delivery service for the Jacksonville area.

Seasonal, local produce, meats, eggs & more delivered straight to your home or office. We also send a weekly newsletter with your subscription that gives you recipes using the ingredients included in your delivery.

WE DELIVER TO:
Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, Orange Park, Middleburg, Fleming Island, St Johns, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Oakleaf & more!

**Local Fare serves all of the Jacksonville area. This company has a north and south branch depending on where you live. Just click from a list and you choose your region’s homepage.*

WELCOME TO LOCAL FARE SOUTH
Local Fare South is a Chef Inspired Farm Bag Delivery Service. We offer weekly delivery of Local, seasonal vegetables, fruits, herbs and fresh baked bread to your home or office. Local Fare South works with farmers who only use certified non-GMO seeds and sustainable farming methods.

WE DELIVER TO:
St. Augustine, Palm Coast, Flagler Beach, Ormond Beach, Daytona, Bunnell & Port Orange

**Local Fare serves all of the Jacksonville area. This company has a north and south branch depending on where you live. Just click from a list and you choose your region’s homepage.*

Jacksonville area co-op of organic fruits and veggies delivered to convenient locations Mondays!

Each week, you receive 11-12 different types of top quality, organic fruits and veggies in a reusable bag. Convenient! Healthy! Lower cost! The Neighborhood Garden offers families an easy way to eat the best…without stepping foot into the grocery store!

Fresh Local and Organic Produce Delivered to Your Door.

Healthy eating has never been easier! Front Porch Pickings and The Veggies Bin have teamed up to provide the freshest produce to Central and North Florida residents. We offer 6 different box types. Choose from the 100% certified organic or the locally grown boxes. Customize each delivery by swapping out fruits and vegtables and Include locally crafted products such as coffee, tea, honey to best suit you and your family.

Palmetto organics is a company dedicated to the home delivery of the highest quality organic produce. An organization passionate about its health benefits for our bodies and believes in the positive impact organic farming has on our environment.

Welcome to our corner of the world, the ocean side of Jacksonville – Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Jacksonville Beach, Florida. Covering more than 864 square miles…whatever you’re looking for – most likely we have it – from oceanfront condominiums, to Victorian mansions, to waterfront estates, to planned unit developments.

The Dorrian Home Team is comprised of Patrick & Rachel Dorrian. The Dorrian’s have practiced real estate in the Greater Jacksonville Area for 12 years.

David Podvia of Watson Realty Corp. is a local realtor that services the Mandarin and Southside areas.

Russell Grooms of Watson Realty Corp. servicing the Ortega, Avondale, Riverside and Ortega Forest areas.

Real estate agent for residents and future residents of Northeast Florida including Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, and Ponte Vedra Beach.

Cattar Realty serves Jacksonville and the Beaches, Atlantic, Neptune, Ponte Vedra and Jacksonville Beach!

Since 1993 Angelwood has been serving children, adults, seniors, and families living with intellectual and developmental differences such as Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, and Spina Bifida. Dignity and respect are our hallmarks as we offer services across the greater Jacksonville community. Over the years, Angelwood services have been developed in response to community needs. Angelwood provides support to more than 300 individuals and their families through the various services.

Three Rivers Legal Services, Inc. is a local, non-profit corporation which provides free civil legal services to low-income, eligible clients in seventeen counties throughout North Florida.

Our mission is to provide quality legal assistance to the poor, abused, disabled and elderly of North Florida and to empower and educate them through preventive legal education.

Mission Statement

To educate and empower individuals and families throughout the lifespan by providing support, assistance, and awareness within the community; with the goal of optimizing the potential of all individuals with autism and related disabilities.

Vision Statement

To be regionally recognized as the leading provider of services optimizing the developmental and behavioral health of individuals with autism and related disabilities.

The HEAL Foundation is a local non-profit organization in Northeast Florida. HEAL serves individuals and families living with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The Foundation serves as an outreach organization providing, educational programs and camps tailored to the needs of our Autism Community.

Over the past five years, HEAL is proud to have awarded over one million dollars to provide:

Grants to support camps, education, community programs
Classroom enhancements for local schools through grants
Educational seminars for parents, teachers and therapists
Fun recreational and social events for families
Autism Spectrum Disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication, and repetitive behaviors. The CDC reports that 1 in 50 individuals are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The recent sharp rise in numbers of Autism has been described as an epidemic among children. Many with Autism also suffer from a constellation of illnesses, intestinal disorders and autoimmune diseases. The cause of Autism is a heavily debated subject; scientific researchers are looking into genetics and environmental causes.

We invite you to browse our website to see what’s happening in our community, watch videos of our camps, and find ways to become involved with HEAL.

Christ Church Preschool has been an important part of childhoods in the heart of Ponte Vedra/Palm Valley for more than six decades and is committed to providing exemplary early education in a loving, nurturing, developmentally rich program as a mission of Christ Episcopal Church. Our high-quality learning experience focuses on development through play, social experiences, and fun, engaging activities. We believe children should enthusiastically look forward to school and their first years of education should be brimming with joy, growth, and wonder. Our nurturing staff implements the best reflective teaching practices, striving to achieve optimal learning for each child at Christ Church Preschool.

Christ Church Preschool serves children age 1 (by September 1 of the current school year) through Kindergarten. For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact us at [email protected] or (904) 285-6371.

The First Coast YMCA has always been a place where families can play and be active together, and that’s more important than ever. We provide resources for busy moms and dads to help make the healthy choice the easy choice. From stretching and strength training to indoor cycling and yoga, you’ll find a class that’s fun, supportive and keeps you moving. While you’re working out, we’ll put more play in your child’s day at KidZone. They can engage in arts enrichment projects, educational activities, and kids’ fitness, all while creating lasting memories with new friends! We also provide educational classes to promote healthier decisions and offer a variety of programs that nurture the mind, body, and spirit for the whole family.

For sixty years, our cornerstone has been to create the love of learning in a child. This cornerstone includes a well-defined purpose to provide a loving and friendly Christian atmosphere where a growing child’s spiritual, social, mental and physical needs can be nurtured and developed.

Our classrooms are designed to encourage each child’s cognitive thinking skills through hands-on learning centers. We believe that learning by doing and discovery is very important. Therefore, we provide experiences in the languages, science, nutrition/food, creative movements, social studies, art, music, math, media/computer, pre-reading and writing skills.

The mission of the Neptune Baptist W.E.E. School is to provide quality care, education and development opportunities for each child to reach his/her potential–spiritually, mentally, physically, socially and emotionally. We are a full time early learning center. We are accredited with NAC.

a child’s place Montessori School is dedicated to the nurturing and education of young children in a peaceful and non-threatening environment which reflects an understanding of the Montessori philosophy of education and child development.

We respect and view each child as a unique personality and the most important person in our environment.

Our goal at a child’s place Montessori School is to assist children to reach their fullest potential as healthy, creative, constructive members of a community and to joyfully cultivate a genuine desire for life-long learning. Part of that assistance is to work closely with the parents, to respect the individual child and his or her needs, and to nurture the qualities of independence, warmth, imagination, honesty, grace and resilience.

a child’s place believes that social, racial, religious and cultural diversity in the student body contributes greatly to the value of the school experience. It therefore does not discriminate in admission or placement on the basis of sex, race, religion, disability, creed or national origin.

a child’s place is a dynamic Montessori learning environment in Jacksonville, Florida for children who are infants through elementary age, which offers part-day and full-day programs throughout the year.

The Montessori Method embraces the universal needs of children in a “whole child” approach to education; physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth. Montessori classrooms are child-centered environments. Our teachers guide the students and respect each child’s right to work toward intrinsic reward through honoring freedom of choice and movement, self discovery and self discipline. Montessori education embraces cultural diversity in multi-age classrooms. Our school offers integrated curriculums for Infants, Toddlers, Early Childhood, and Elementary students.

K-9th grade PRIVATE SCHOOL
[email protected]

Academy of Scholars, Inc. is committed to nurturing, teaching, and motivating all students using diverse teaching styles and strategies that are kid-friendly and in accordance with local, state, and nationwide standards. Academy of Scholars, Inc. promotes integrity within the school and the community that enables students to be proud of their surroundings while adhering to the values of the school.

The Academy of Scholars, Inc. family believes that determination, commitment, responsibility, and self-motivation are the keys to the success that will overcome the challenges of our present society; and with these values, we are confident that our students stand a better chance of achieving great things.

​Academy of Scholars, Inc. is also devoted to ensuring our parents and our community members/leaders feel welcomed as volunteers and stakeholders in the success of our children.

Private Full Time Islamic School. Al-Furqan Academy was established in August of 1997 by some of the same founding members of ICNEF (Islamic Center of Northeast Florida). They saw the immense need for an Islamic Elementary School in the city of Jacksonville, and they acted upon it. First, written plans were formulated, classrooms were established within the Masjid, staff was recruited and numerous other plans and procedures developed. The result is that today, we are a school of approximately 60 students ranging in ages from 3 years up to the fifth grade. We have a new playground built according to federal safety guidelines as well as a library with three new, networked computers for our student’s use. It is indeed a blessing for any community to have within its midst a school consisting of a diverse population of children, where a multitude of ethnic backgrounds, religions, as well as cultural differences coexist and flourish together.

PHILOSOPHY & PURPOSE

The purpose and philosophy of Al-Furqan Academy is to please Allah (The Almighty) and to approach all issues with the guidance of the Holy Qur’an and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). In addition, it is the vision of the Islamic Center of Northeast Florida and Al-Furqan Academy to enhance the lives of all children educationally, spiritually, and emotionally. InshaAllah (God willing), Al-Furqan Academy will:

Provide an Islamic environment that is conducive to learning for all students in an academically challenging program.

Provide a comprehensive program which benefits our students educational, physical, social, cognitive, and emotional needs, within the parameters of Islamic guidance enabling students to seek knowledge and success in this life and the Hereafter.

Provide a staff that is qualified, competent, and flexible enough to meet the needs of all students and who continuously upgrade their skills by attending various professional development workshops and courses.

To prepare all students with understanding and practicing the ideals of Islam so that they may become active, articulate, and productive members of the world community.

Mission Statement:
America’s Little Leaders strives to provide students the motivation, the inspiration, and the will to strive for success while providing them with the skills they need to tackle anything and everything society throws at them in today’s world.

Vision Statement:

America’s Little Leaders has a vision of providing students and children equal opportunity for success, through an education that is well-rounded and designed to help children excel academically, as well as learn the vital skills they need to fit into the world and thrive. We believe that every single child should be given equal opportunities so they can flourish spiritually, mentally, physically, and academically.

A family ministry of The Church at Argyle since 1990 and accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International. Wee Learn curriculum for preschool and ACSI curriculum for kindergarten. Featuring low child-to-teacher ratios, dedicated, and well qualified staff as an excellent transition into both public and private elementary schools

Assumption Catholic School is centrally located near downtown Jacksonville and adjoining to Bishop Kenny Catholic High School’s campus. Founded in 1923, Assumption is a thriving school with over 600 students in preschool through 8th grade. Assumption’s curriculum stresses academic achievement within a Christian community where children feel loved and respected by their peers as well as their teachers. United with each other in meaningful liturgy and prayer, the students can further come to an understanding of the Christian life.

ACA opened its doors August 19, 2012 with toddlers and VPK students. We are licensed by Department of Children and Families and are approved to service 52 students. The 2013-14 school year will include grades K-2nd and will add a grade a year to 12th grade thereafter.
For more detailed information, please contact Principal White at 904.647.5065 or stop by the school. Our doors are always open!

We are a small school that believes in High Standards of Learning as well as Biblical Principles for daily life.

Kindergarten through 8th Grade
**We accept Step Up for Students scholarships

Also ask us about our High School homeschool program

Building the Church, by Building Community, by Touching Lives

Wolfson Children’s Rehabilitation provides comprehensive, family-centered services to children from infancy through adolescence who have neurological or musculo-skeletal impairments due to injury, illness or congenital developmental conditions.
The overall goal of our service is to help children function to their full potential in their everyday life activities. We accomplish this through a multi-disciplinary approach which includes occupational, physical and speech therapists as well as maintaining close contact with other medical professionals on the child’s medical team.

Downtown: Drew Bradbury Center
Aetna Building
841 Prudential Drive, Suite 140
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Telephone: 904.346.0394

South Mandarin
14785 Old St. Augustine Rd.
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Telephone: 904.292.1808

Clay County
Baptist Clay Medical Campus
1747 Baptist Clay Drive
Suite 100
Fleming Island, FL 32003
Telephone: 904.516.1800

Jacksonville Beach
Baptist Medical Center Beaches
Wilson/Epstein Center for Diagnostic & Rehabilitative Services
1320 Roberts Drive
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Telephone: 904.627.2980

Columbia County (Lake City)
Wolfson Children’s Specialty Center
164 NW Madison Street
Lake City, FL 32055
Telephone: 386.758.1811

We specialize in IEPs, 504 Plans, Response to Intervention, Discipline, ESE Eligibility and
McKay Scholarships. We service Duval, St. John’s, Nassau and Clay Counties.

We specialize in IEPs, 504 Plans, Response to Intervention, Discipline, ESE Eligibility and
McKay Scholarships. We service Duval, St. John’s, Nassau and Clay Counties.

Parents are proud of their children, sure; but have you also thought about why schools offer gifted programs? Schools offer gifted programs in the United States because our government recognizes that we need to identify and develop our gifted and talented students so that they can grow up and help America compete in the global marketplace. We need gifted students and we need to help them achieve!

Why Test for Gifted?

The most common reason given for why parents test their children for giftedness is because they want their children to be placed in the gifted program at their local public school. It is smart to want to provide the best academic environment for your child. Parents want to help their children develop their interests, gifts, and talents.

You don’t have to stay on a waiting list. Dr. Garamoni specializes in performing Gifted IQ Assessments. He will discuss the pros and cons of testing with you, and, once the test results are completed, he will give you an interpretation of the results that helps you understand more about your child’s intellectual abilities than what is represented by a single IQ score.

Whitney is an award winning face painter working the Jacksonville and surrounding areas. She specializes in custom designing pieces on the spot to fit a party theme or child’s personality. Whitney will travel internationally for paid events.

Airbrushed temporary bodyart have been added to the list of family entertainment
at all major theme parks, cruise lines and resorts. Now we bring the fun to you.
With over 250 different tattoo designs to choose from. The Airtats dry instantly,
sweat proof and water resistant. We use FDA approved, hypo-allergenic paints
designed specifically for temporary airbrush tattoos. Our artists can apply 35-50 Airtats per hr.!
Our airbrush face painting is fast. So hygienic, we don’t use the same brushes & paints on everyone’s face. We use an airbrush to spray the paint on! We can apply 15-20 face per hour.
Let us make a lasting impression at your next event!!!

Focusing the majority of our business on children, we bring ponies and farm animal displays (petting zoos) to birthday parties and other events such as church functions, family reunions, school carnivals, etc. Our saddled ponies come in various sizes to accommodate all children. Along with our saddled ponies, we also provide a miniature carriage pulled by a pony, which seats up to 3 children plus the driver. Adults are welcome to ride as well. The petting zoo allows up to 35 animals. Typically this includes: Goats, Sheep, Bunnies, Ducks, Chickens, Guinea Pigs and a Calf and Pot Bellied Pig. Everyone is welcome to feed the animals with food we have provided.

We offer a variety of birthday party themes! Choose from a Princess Party, Gone Horsecrazy!, Western, Pink Cowgirl or My Lil’ Pony. If you have something else in mind, just ask………we can accomodate most any theme!

Packages can include Pony Rides, Hay Rides, Horsey Bounce House, and Cookouts. Let us help you create the party of your dreams!

Big City Bounce, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that was founded in 2014 with the vision of providing fun, safe & affordable bounce houses and water slides. We are located in Jacksonville, FL & look forward to making your party or event a success! Contact us today for daily rental rates, corporate/event/extended rentals & our referral discount! *Big City Bounce, Inc. is Fully Insured

At Doing Dishes Pottery Studios, we believe that painting pottery and fusing glass should be fun and relaxing. We are very family friendly studios with a warm atmosphere and a welcoming smile.

We have over three hundred pieces of bisque to choose from and plenty of stamps, stencils, and idea books to help you create your perfect, personal design. Once you complete your piece, it will be dipped in a clear glaze and fired in one of our on-site kilns. Your pieces will be ready to pick up in 1 week.

You do not need a class or a reservation! It’s that easy!

Making Jacksonville Home.
I was raised in Jacksonville and have fond memories of growing up here. I graduated from Florida State University with a degree in International Marketing and a Minor in Spanish. I studied International Business while living in Valencia, Spain. I worked as a non-profit director for Fort Lauderdale Sister Cities International and then as a Project Manager for E-proDirect, an online marketing agency for the Hospitality Industry. After moving back home to Jacksonville I worked as a Lead Field Organizer for Nextdoor, the private social network for neighborhoods. Throughout all of my work experience, my favorite thing I have done has been investing in Real Estate, which I started doing while attending FSU. I have always loved the freedom real estate has given me and my family to work extra hard and see real results. I also am passionate about my city! I love seeing it grow and improve.

The Art Garage – Art & Music For Kids & People Who Used To Be Kids
Offering Kids Art Classes, Adult Acrylic Paint Classes, Private Birthday Paint Parties, Summer Art/Music Camps, Private Music Lesson & Recording Studio.

Welcome to Menchie’s where our mission is to make you smile! Family-friendly and fun, Menchie’s satisfies health-conscious frozen yogurt fixes with delicious flavors and fresh toppings such as delicious fruits, along with nuts, granolas, candies, boba, a variety of sauces and more! Menchie’s mixologists (that’s you) will delight in the selection of 14 daily flavors out of the 100+ rotating proprietary flavors that Menchie’s offers including gluten-free, nonfat, vegan, no sugar added, sorbets and more. Come enjoy impeccable guest service, with comfortable indoor and outdoor seating areas and enjoyable music where family and friends can relax and spend time together while indulging in the ultimate of sweet treats!

Established in 2005, family owned and operated by 4 Irish Sisters. Culhane’s has become one of the best Irish pubs featured on Food Network’s Diner, Drive-Ins and Dives. Authentic, fresh cuisine serving Greater Jacksonville! Family Fun Bingo on Monday and Free Face Painting on Mother’s and Father’s Day.

Be sure to check out the special Kid’s Weekend Brunch Menu too!

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt – Riverplace – Coming Soon

Follow our Facebook page for details on promotions and grand opening events!

Welcome to Menchie’s where our mission is to make you smile! Family-friendly and fun, Menchie’s satisfies health-conscious frozen yogurt fixes with delicious flavors and fresh toppings such as locally grown fruits, along with nuts, granolas, candies, boba, a variety of sauces and more! Menchie’s mixologists (that’s you) will delight in the selection of 14 daily flavors out of the 100+ rotating proprietary flavors that Menchie’s offers including gluten-free, nonfat, vegan, no sugar added, sorbets and more. Come enjoy impeccable guest service, with comfortable indoor and outdoor seating areas and enjoyable music where family and friends can relax and spend time together while indulging in the ultimate of sweet treats!

Mod Style Lab is a cozy, fashion-forward, trend-setting hair salon in the heart of San Marco. The team of experienced stylists specialize in color and cuts that range from classic to trendy. We listen to our client’s wants and needs, and strive to create a look for you that is flattering yet still easy to work with in your day-to-day life.

Mod Style Lab is the creation and vision of Hair Stylist Tina Krinhop. She sought to bring Jacksonville a contemporary space that was welcoming and fun, and offered the best hair services in town. Tina is an award winning Stylist that has been featured in television, print, and numerous fashion events.

Mentoring Mamas™ is a peer-to-peer mentoring program is designed to support mompreneurs in addressing the unique issues we face in raising a family while growing a business. Having the support of like-minded individuals who have been through similar experiences is vital in helping us reach our goals. Kids are always welcome! Membership options are available. We look forward to meeting you!

Jacksonville Placenta provides Jacksonville, Saint Johns, Orange Park, Middleburg, Green Cove Springs, and surrounding areas with safe, reliable placenta encapsulation services. Placenta encapsulation can improve your postpartum experience by increasing your energy levels, increasing milk supply, decreasing postpartum bleeding, and lessening your chance of postpartum depression. In addition to placenta encapsulation, I offer umbilical cord keepsakes, placenta art prints, placenta tinctures, and placenta smoothie cubes. I also offer complimentary postpartum plan worksheets to help prepare for when baby arrives. Contact me today to plan a happy, healthy postpartum!

At Choux, it’s all about you and your loved ones. Our awa​rd-winning design and delicious flavors are both unique and affordable. We are here to help make your wedding or special event unforgettable. While we are an award-winning, nationally recognized custom bakery, the experience is friendly and welcoming.
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Consultations are by appointment only, please, to allow each special customer the attention they deserve. Click on the Contact tab and let’s get started today! I look forward to hearing from YOU!

Custom Cakes, Cookies, Macarons, Cupcakes, and More (with Special Event Catering Available)

Simply Delicious! is a family owned and operated bakery in Jacksonville, Florida! We specialize in custom cakes, cupcakes, cake truffles, cake pops and dessert bars. No dessert is too small nor too big!

Cupcake Connection is a bakery that specializes in homemade desserts. Everything is prepared baked to order. When you place your order you will know that your dessert was prepared especially for you. Hours are Tues-Fri 1pm-7pm Sat 1230pm-7pm If an earlier pickup is needed please advise.

We make cupcakes, cakepops and cupcake “cakes!” We will also be serving coffee, capuccino and latte’s and gourmet soups on Fridays!
HOURS MAY VARY according to the ‘flow’ in the Landing!

This artisan bakeshop specializes in hand-made, custom cakes and desserts that include items such as cookie platters, brownies and bars, cupcakes and “Simple Pleasures” desserts (tea cakes, miniature cheesecakes and decorated cookies)

At Delectability Cakes & Bakery we pride ourselves on making each dessert a one of a kind memory that’s sure to last for years to come.
All of our cakes and other baked desserts are made fresh for your order and are never stored or otherwise shelved waiting for the next customer. With the freshest flour, eggs, real butter, and sugar you’ll have no choice but enjoy every last bite.
We prepare desserts for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, holidays, corporate events, baby showers, bridal showers, or any other life event that is special to you and your loved ones.

Braddock Blueberry Farm uses natural practices, but they are not certified organic. You might want to bring a small step stool to reach the berries. Call or email them to find out exact hours for the week and if they will be open for picking.

Directions: 4136 Thomas Mill Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218. Go north on Lem Turner Road to Braddock Road (4 miles north of I-295), turn west on Braddock Road, go 3/10 mile, turn south onto Thomas Mill Road and proceed on dirt road to the end. Field is through the metal farm gate on right.

Price & Payment: $3 per pound, cash or check

Dowless Blueberry Farms is located on the Westside of Jacksonville. They are open for picking late May through late June. Call them to find out exact hours the fields are open.

Directions: 7010 Ricker Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32244. 2 miles south of 103rd street off I-295.

Price & Payment: $3 per pound, cash

Kent’s U-Pick Fresh Blueberry Farm uses no pesticides on the blueberry bushes. Reservations required. Listed on Facebook. They try to estimate how plentiful the berries will be to accommodate and if weather permits. The season usually lasts six weeks. Mid-May to end of June. During blueberry season, the blueberries do not ripen all at the same time. There are no restroom facilities. Normally schedule Wednesday or Saturday from 7:30 to 12 noon for picking. If the schedule is not on Facebook, call to see what days are open and to make reservations.

Directions: Blueberry field is located at the end of Thomas Mill Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32218. Starting at Lem Turner Road and Highway I – 295, head out north on Lem Turner Road (SR-115) toward Callahan, and go 3.5 miles to Braddock Road. Turn left onto Braddock Road, go one block, and turn left onto Thomas Mill Road (the first part is short and paved). Continue straight onto the dirt part a short distance and look for the windmill. Turn right at the windmill for the entrance and parking. The parking area can accommodate 30 vehicles at a time. For more detailed directions: Go to Facebook Google and search for Kent’s Blueberry Farm for a map and pictures.

Payment: Cash

Contact: (904) 768-3484 Home (904) 868-7822 Cell

Blu By U Farm Est. 2015 is a local, Christian family-friendly U-Pick blueberry farm, Petting Zoo, Bait and Tackle shop, etc. See the details of the season within our posts or at our website. Contact us with any questions!

Williams Blueberry Farms boasts a very nice manicured blueberry patch in the middle of a residential area that is easy to reach from I-10. Be sure to go early for the best berries and call to make sure there are some available.

Directions: 2595 Stratton Road, Jacksonville, FL 32221. I-295 to Normandy Blvd; go west approximately .4 miles to Stratton Road. Turn left, go until you see a Blueberry sign on the left. Follow the signs.

Price & Payment: $3 per pound, cash

Harrietts Bluff Organic Blueberry Farm is located in Woodbine Georgia, about 45 minutes north of Jacksonville. They boast 4 acres of blueberry plants with almost 5,000 plants. Harrietts Bluff Farm is USDA organic certified by the Georgia Crop Improvement Association. There is a port-o-potty bathroom available for use while visiting the farm.

Directions: 762 Pine Dr. Woodbine, GA 31569. Go north on I-95 to Exit 7 (Harrietts Bluff Road). Turn right on to Harrietts Bluff Road. You will be going east, after about three miles you will cross a saltwater creek. Then take your first left on Pine Dr. Go to the end of Pine Dr. (about one mile). The farm will be on your right.

Price & Payment: $2.79 per pound, cash or check

Michelle Mancuso is a Jacksonville family photographer who specializes in newborn, baby and child photography in Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas including but not limited to Ponte Vedra, Nocatee, St. Augustine and Amelia Island.

HNH Blueberry Farm is located in Bostwick, Florida, about an hour south of Jacksonville. This is a family farm with lots of blueberry bushes. They are typically open on the weekend, Saturday 8-7 and Sunday 1-6, but check their Facebook page for updates on availability.

Directions: 130 Bostwick Park Dr, Bostwick, Florida. HNH Blueberry Farm is south of Green Cove Springs off of Highway 17.

Price & Payment: $3.25 per pound u-pick, $4 per pound already picked, cash

The Blueberry Ranch is located north of Jacksonville, off Highway 17 in Yulee, Florida. Opening day for picking will be Wednesday, June 3rd. They will be open Wednesday – Saturday, 9am-3pm for picking, but be sure to double check and make sure there are berries available before heading out.

Directions: 852042 US Highway 17, Yulee, Florida. Take 95 north past Yulee, take exit 380 to Highway 17 south.

Price & Payment: $3 per pound, cash

The Duval County Library offers Traveling Tales Kits available for check out from the Main Library in downtown Jacksonville for free. The kits include books, puppets, songs, craft ideas, snack recipes, a music CD, a DVD, and a flannel board story all related to a theme. This is the perfect way to have story time in your own home, or with your playgroup. You must visit the Main Library to check out the kits, but they can be returned to any Duval County Library.

Time for Tots

Special Story time for your infants and toddlers birth to 4 yrs. of age.

Time for Tots is a special interactive story time designed for children Infant to 4 yrs. of age and their families/caregivers to enhance emergent literacy skills and instill a lifelong love of reading and learning.

This is an interactive program encouraging parent/caregiver participation with child.

Check website for branch locations, dates, & times.

Head on down to the St. Augustine Pier where kids can splash in the water at the splash pad and also enjoy a sandy playground directly connected to it.

The Murray Hill Playground boasts a water feature splash pad that is sure to keep kids cool after they have fun on the playground equipment

The rides and attractions at Summer Waves are super cool! Plan your fun-filled day with relaxing laps around Turtle Creek Lazy River, riding the waves of the Frantic Atlantic, and taking in high-speed thrills down Pirate’s Passage. All of our attractions promise to be a splash-tacular good time!

Check the website for season pass, & daily & group admission rates.

7 acre recreational swimming facility located in Southeast Georgia. 3 separate water attractions including a lazy river, interactive children’s play area, and a lap pool with a 2 story twister slide. owned and operated by the City of St. Marys. Concessions, Gift Shop, lockers, restrooms and changing areas all on site.

Please call or check website for admission rates.

Complimentary Winery Tours and Tasting are offered everyday at the San Sebastian Winery. Discover the art of winemaking and guests 21 and older will enjoy a complementary wine tasting.

Nice Paddle is the Leader in paddle sports! They live and breath paddling.
From little Recreational Kayaks to Fishing Kayaks Plus: Stand Up Paddleboards for Touring, Fishing, Racing, Surfing or just to get in shape……… give Nice Paddle a try!

A division of All Wet Sports is located right off of Beach Blvd, next to Big Pottsberg Creek.

Located in Talbot Islands State Park you can rent their kayaks or sign up for a kayak tour.

Offers a variety of guided kayak tours throughout the St. Augustine area.

No drive-ins without reservation – our kayak service is mobile – we meet at the loacation of the trip – please see our “Kayak Trips” page.

Please Reserve Ahead

Two hour guided nature tours, located in the heart of downtown St. Augustine.

Explore the Trout River on your own in one of an open seat kayak.

Experienced photographer with over 7 years of capturing hundreds of newborns, big babies, families, children, high school seniors, weddings, etc. Serving Jacksonville, St Augustine, Fernandina, St Simons and surrounding areas.

You and your child will explore the world of colors using the five senses! We will get a little messy through touch, taste, and a lot of fun! Our time together will include: circle time, using the senses, learning through stories, and nutritious, yummy snacks! This class is most appropriate for children aged 10 months to about 3.5 years old!

Classes are held at the Dubow Preschool in Mandarin at 3662 Crown Point Rd.

Every Saturday the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Reasearch Reserve offers free classes for families. With everything from hiking, to beach exploration and seining there’s something nature loves will all enjoy.

Wiliams-Sonama at the St. Johns Town Center offers Junior Chef classes for kids.Learn to make delicious recipes, from main courses to desserts and snacks, with plenty of tasting along the way.

• For specific times and more details, find your local store >
• Available at most stores; class times vary by store location.
• Class size is limited – call your local store to register.

The Home Energy & Water Evaluation Backpack Kit can show you how to make your home more comfortable and lower your monthly utility costs. It’s fun, easy to use, and available for checkout free of charge to anyone with a Public Library Card in Jacksonville, Nassau County, and the Bartram Trail and Ponte Vedra locations of St. Johns County.

Workshops are regularly held throughout the Jacksonville Public Library system, Nassau County Public Library System and at two locations in St. Johns County- the Bartram Trail Branch or Ponte Vedra Beach Branch.

These free one-hour workshops will teach you and your family how to use the kits to perform your own home energy and water audit. Using the library as a learning laboratory, we train participants how to use the included tools and discuss methods to make their homes more efficient.

Break out the binoculars because kids of all ages will love to visit one of the over 500 Great Birding Trail locations. Download the free interactive app so kids can easily identify the birds they see. Cost: Free

Explore the nature of Jacksonville and take a stroll through the trails of the Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens. The Arboretum boasts a 120 acres of natural preserve, trails, and a pavilion.

DanceMania is now offering an after school dance and performing arts program with bus transportation from local designated schools. Classes will be offered in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Acrobatics, Gymnastics, Musical Theatre, Acting, and more for 1st through 5th graders at beginning to intermediate levels. Students will get a unique opportunity to experience different styles of dance, theatre, and acting every day of the week in our program from 3 – 6 pm, and is available 3 or 5 days per week.

Included in our After School Dance and Performing Arts Program:

Bus transportation to the studio (from local designated schools)
Daily Dance and Theatre Classes
Homework Time
Enrichment Program
Arts and Crafts
Snack

DanceMania’s after school program builds self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-expression. Our goal is for each and every child to have a fun, positive learning experience through dance, theater and the performing arts. Please see our studio website for daily schedule of classes and prices.

As a certified, “Knocked-Up Fitness” Personal Trainer I am passionate about keeping moms healthy and active through their pregnancies and beyond! During your three trimesters we will work on strengthening essential muscles needed in labor as well as making it much easier to get that pre-baby bod back!

Offering custom boutique style newborn, children and family photography.

Our cleanings are guarenteed to meet your needs ! We offer weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and one time cleanings . We are very detailed in our work. For a estimate please call and we can set up a time for us to meet and go over your specific needs for your home. Many References available upon request.

We clean from Downtown to the Beaches … Call us today ! !

We dont cut corners.. We clean them !! We clean Blinds, baseboards, fronts of cabinets, inside of microwave, Glass doors, Fans and more… just to name a few things we do
on our regulars cleanings.

Thanks, We look forward to meeting you !!

LICENSED , BONDED and INSURED

The Ogburn School, a regionally, nationally, and internationally accredited private school offers one of the most flexible options for students in grades 2-12. A self-paced, online program, we believe that each child has different needs. The program is designed for you, as a parent, to determine how much time your child needs to spend on each subject. Whether your child needs to catch up, requires some extra time, or is capable of working ahead, we let you decide. The courses and lessons assigned to your child are available 24/7, and enrollment is year-round.

Read more about The Ogburn School in a Jax Moms post!

Legacy Irish Dance Academy Open Enrollment Year Round!

Training world championship and recreational dancers.

TCRG/ADCRG Certified. Member of the NAIDC and An Coimisiun Dublin!

$5 per class
This class combines strength training and power walking. Class ends with a focus on improving core strength and flexibility. This 45 minutes we will focus on Mommy or Daddy, so any child who still sits in a stroller is welcome!
Please bring a towel, water, and a resistance band.
Classes are held Mondays only. More days will be added if there is demand.

Aw Shucks Oyster Bar & Arcade is a reminder of the days gone by. In a fun and friendly boardwalk arcade setting! Aw Shucks fresh food & fun atmosphere will keep you & yours coming back for more.

Kids Eat Free Every Monday from 4 p.m. to close with purchase of a regularly priced adult entrée. (Dine in only.)

Adorabee is an outdoor natural light photographer specializing in family, maternity, child, and lifestyle newborn photography.

Family and lifestyle photographer Elizabeth Flora Ross believes photos should be fun and genuine, reflecting the true essence of you and your family. For her, a great image spotlights people. Setting and lighting serve as the backdrop. She loves vibrant color, natural expressions and close ups. Elizabeth is featured in the National Geographic book, “Getting Your Shot: Stunning Photos, How-To-Tips, and Endless Inspiration From The Pros.”

Hard Exercise Works is the premier cross-fit training and exercise fitness complex in the San Marco. Bootcamp style workouts and a kids room for busy moms.

Specializing in portraits for families, children, couples, maternity, glamour and small weddings.

April Peebles Photography is an exclusive, full-service portrait studio located in Fleming Island, FL, and serves the greater Jacksonville area and beyond. In order to create heirloom keepsakes and artwork that you’ll be thrilled to display and showcase in your home, you and April will collaborate in designing your session, and then view your images through an in-person reveal and ordering appointment – which means you’ll have her professional assistance every step of the way! While April is specially-trained in newborn posing and safety, offering a complete photographic study of your newest little addition (including family), she also offers custom on-location or studio portrait sessions, including the newly-added “Girls Day Out” experience for you and whomever you most wish to be photographed with (complete with hair and makeup). April is a member of the Professional Photographers of America and the National Association of Professional Child Photographers and is listed among the Top Newborn and Portrait Photographers in Jacksonville.

Stacy Snow with Snowblessed Photography is a family photographer in Jacksonville, Florida. She loves being able to freeze a moment in time and share it with the world.  Snowblessed Photography is bright, bold and colorful, and Stacy believes that photography should be fun, light hearted, and stress-free and and wants to offer to all of her clients. Types of Photography: Families, children, engagements, bridals, senior and professional portraits.

Celebrating Tuesday every day of the week with mouth-watering dishes. Share photos, tag friends and most importantly, enjoy yourself. Find the nearest location now!

Kids Eat Free Every Tuesday after 5 p.m. with purchase of a regularly priced adult entrée. (Dine in only.)

Prachee Arts & Studios teaches kids and adults painting & drawing classes all year around. We organize Camps, face painting, mommy and Me classes and Murals.. We also offer After School Program at St Johns County schools. We also offer face painters for birthday parties and other events events.

We have been bringing the joy of dance to the Mandarin and Switzerland communities since 1975. At Switzerland Dance School, the abilities and needs of each student are fostered and nurtured in a loving environment. The children, their character, and their talents are valued and strengthened through our dance programs. Collectively, our instructors have over 55 years of teaching experience.
We offer a variety of classes: BALLET (including lyrical, character and modern), TAP, POINTE, HIP HOP, WIGGLE GIGGLE (2-1/2- to 3-year-olds), and ADULT CLASSES.

Debbie’s Dance Company offers extensive and diverse programs in classical Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Hip-hop, Baton, Modern, Acrobatics, Lyrical, and Flexibility.

For over 20 years, Debbie’s Dance Company has offered a complete dance program for beginning thru advanced and semiprofessionals, ages 2 1/2 and up. We believe that for whatever reason you choose to dance – fun, exercise, social or artistic benefits, or the sheer love of music – our responsibility is not only to teach the technical aspect of dance, but also to inspire children to “desire to be the best he or she can be.”

We offer classes designed for the beginning dancer through the most advanced in ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary and hip hop. For those looking for something a little different, we offer a well rounded Musical Theatre program, with emphasis on the “triple threat” of voice, drama and dance. In addition, we offer an adult ballet that is perfect for beginning adults, or former dancers who wish to maintain their form and technique.

Dancers are evaluated at the beginning and end of each year and are placed into the proper level based on their ability. Our goal at Academy of Dance is to provide our dancers with the strong technique and traditions of dance through proper education and training, exposure and celebration.

St. Johns County’s newest dance destination!
Offering ballet, jazz, modern and tap for the aspiring dancer of all ages (2- adult) and levels.

Reach Destiny Arts is a professional dance studio with a Christian influence. Our goal is to passionately teach the joy of dance and help inspire your student to discover the unique gift that God has placed inside of them. Your child will be in a wholesome atmosphere with positive music and loving teachers. Offering Tiny Tots, Tap & Twirl, Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Pointe (& Pre-Pointe)

Early Childhood – Kindergarten: The Playgarden is located just blocks from the beach, is a perfect place for children (preschooler to kindergarteners) to explore, grow and create. We focus on the whole child: head, heart, and hands. Our literacy-rich curriculum includes play, music, poetry, movement, bread-baking, gardening, painting, and frequent walks to the beach.

The Playgarden is very excited to offer a 2, 3 or 5-day Forest Waldorf inspired program to ages 4-6! Our students are fully immersed in all the outdoors has to offer. The long-term benefits of learning outside in nature are well researched and documented. Our local parks provide the perfect setting with Florida scrub hammock, forest, wetland, dunes, and beach all in one location. Just like our traditional program, we recognize the benefits of following a predictable rhythm to bring order to our time in the Forest. Each part of our forest rhythm is designed with this in mind and includes circle time, story-time, nature hike, snack, outdoor artistic activities, cooking and baking and of course lots of time for play, observation, exploration, discovery, and wonder.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origins, genders, or religious affiliations in the administrations of its educational or admissions policies. #CO4DU0093

Pinot’s Palette is the new paint studio located in Jacksonville’s Town Center. In addition to our regular adult classes, we offer a variety of different classes for all ages.

Our kid’s classes (“little brushes”) allows kids to create a fun piece of artwork to take home! On Family days, the whole family can spend time together creating a painting. We also offer mommy-and-me (or daddy-and-me) classes, which is similar to family day but offers more one on one time for the parents and children. Simply check out our calendar for these kid friendly classes offered several times per month!

We can also do kid’s birthday parties!

Mary Time Music is a perfect fit for your house, clubhouse, or park to celebrate your child’s birthday party! Ages appropriate for 1 to 6-years-old.

Mary Time Music program is a music and movement program, action packed playing with a variety of instruments (drums, maracas, castanets, tambourines, cymbals, bells), ribbons, scarves, bean bags, guitar sing-along session, and their favorite parachute play.

Choose a general music program or choose a theme i.e. transportation, jungle animals, farm
Prices are based on parties of 16 children or less. An increase in price will be applied for parties with over 16 children. A small travel fee is applied with travel of 30 minutes driving time or more.

30-35 minutes is $60

45-50 minutes is $75

ERC is open to any individual interested in the sport of rowing and welcomes people of all ages, with or without experience. We offer private lessons, a competitive youth development program for middle and high school students, and a masters program for adults.

Full service Salon featuring Kerastase Paris.

Oceanside Rotary Skate Park is located at 800 Seminole Road in Jack Russell Park. Anyone under 17 years of age is required to have a Waiver Consent Form signed by a parent or guardian and notarized before a sticker decal is issued for admission to the skate park.

Skate park hours are 8 am to 10 pm. During inclement weather, rain or the bowl is wet, the skate park will be closed.

We will be offering a Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced clinic, Along with Junior Team tennis on Friday afternoons. We recommend the following program for:

Beginners Thursdays 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Intermediate Tuesdays 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Advanced Mon and Wed 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

ART OF DANCE offers an experience where one never stops learning and ALWAYS has fun! Designed to provide a safe dance environment, the studio is also a great center for dancers to express themselves freely and develop their dance skills at their own pace. One of the best investments you can make in your child’s future is in dance classes!

Welcome to girls fastpitch softball at ABAA. We provide an excellent softball experience for girls ages 4-16.

Teams
ABAA Minions (8U)
ABAA Beach Rats (10U)
ABAA Rays (12U)

Northeast Florida Girls Softball and Tsunami travel teams based out of Wingate Park in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.

Independent, Private College Preparatory School Pre-K – Grade 12: An independent college preparatory and boarding school, The Bolles School holds a longstanding reputation for providing a well-rounded educational experience for students in Pre-K through Grade 12. Its four area campuses – Bolles Lower School Whitehurst, Lower School Ponte Vedra Beach, Middle School Bartram, and Upper School San Jose – now enroll 1,600 boarding and day students from more than 22 countries and 11 states.

Renowned for its tradition of excellence in academics, arts and athletics and its emphasis on servant leadership, The Bolles School provides students an unequaled breadth of opportunities for achievement – enabling every child to optimize his or her unique interests, abilities and talents. Students develop an awareness of exploration, service and personal values in the lower schools that instill a sense of All Things Possible as they move on to the middle school, upper school and beyond.

Bolles inspires boys and girls to pursue excellence through courage, integrity, and compassion. This time-honored legacy of learning thrives on every Bolles campus and in the many lives it has shaped over the years. Located at 7400 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32217. Phone: (904) 733-9292

Trinity Christian Academy was founded in 1967 to meet the academic, spiritual, physical and social needs of our students. It is the goal of our dedicated faculty and staff to equip students enrolled in TCA with the academic skills and character training necessary for success beyond their school careers.

Our campus is located on 150 acres in west Jacksonville along Interstate 10. In addition to classroom space, our facilities include two fully equipped science labs, music auditoriums, a gymnasium, five computer labs and various athletic fields.

TCA is fully accredited through F.A.C.C.S., the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools, MSA-CESS (Middle States Associations of Colleges and Schools – Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools). We offer the advantage of a lower student/teacher ratio than can be provided by most public schools. This ratio, combined with a loving but firm approach to discipline and dress code, promotes an atmosphere in which learning can take place.

Villa Villekulla Neighborhood Toy Store is owned by three generations of kids who refuse to grow up. We carefully curate a selection of only the best toys and offer them at affordable prices. At Villa Villekulla, we specialize in toys that have REAL value – toys your kids and grandkids will enjoy for years, and toys that support their growth and education. Come visit Fernandina’s Play Experts and let us help you pick out the perfect toy!

DLC Nurse & Learn (DLC) is a quality, child care facility for children with severe disabilities and medically complex conditions as well as “typically developing children. Children attending DLC can have a wide range of disabilities, including Downs Syndrome, Arthrogryposis, Tuberous Sclerosis, Tay-Sachs Disease, Cerebral Palsy and seizure disorders. Due to the special needs of the children served, DLC maintains a professional staff including a Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistants, Special Education Teachers, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech Therapists. We are an inclusion center, providing services for all of God’s beautiful children.

DLC currently offers full and part-time special education preschool, extended day for children (birth to 3 years) and for older students attending public school (3-22 years of age). DLC also provides full-time nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and vision therapy, therapeutic summer camp and M.O.V.E. mobility training. All of these services allow parents to continue their education and/or work. 904-387-0370

Andrew Jackson High School offers a number of programs that help students develop into world-class global citizens. Below is a list of the programs that we have to offer:

AIR FORCE JROTC MAGNET The Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps is a magnet program that focuses on leadership education to instill values of citizenship, character, and integrity. Upon completing three years of the Air Force JROTC program, students receive a Certificate of Completion. If cadets elect to enlist in the Armed Forces, the Certificate of Completion from the JROTC program will allow them to enlist as a pay grade E-3 in the Army, Navy, or Air Force, or an E2 pay grade in the Marine Corp.

HEALTH SCIENCES ACADEMY The Health Sciences Academy offers a unique educational experience to students who wish to pursue a career in the health care industry. Upon graduating from Andrew Jackson, students have the entry-level job skills needed to successfully pursue careers in many of the various health-related occupations. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience and rigorous critical thinking skills. This program also enables students to meet high school graduation requirements while earning college credits.

Our Community Education program provides quality services and programs after-school that involve various groups and agencies throughout our community. These include classes, homeowner’s groups, Scout troops, support groups, health and crime-related workshops and more.

Andrew Robinson has an active magnet program with an emphasis in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. Students in the magnet program receive program continuity to Kirby Smith Middle School.
Resources Available – Engineering Lab Classes, Elementary Robotics Team, Math Lab Classes

In addition to the magnet program, Robinson is a part of the 21st century technology grant QZAB. Through this program, electronic devices are used in the classroom to increase student achievement in Reading. First grade students receive tutoring in reading from corporate sponsors once a week through the TutorMate program by Innovations for Learning.

All students at Asa Philip Randolph Academies of Technology High School will graduate with the knowledge and certified skills necessary to be successful in their post secondary educational endeavors, the military, or the workforce.

Mission: Baldwin Middle-Senior High School is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for all students. Students are engaged in learning across the curriculum and every child is expected to graduate on time with a career choice in mind. We are preparing a well-rounded, literate, character-filled cohort of American Citizens who have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global economy and diverse population.

Vision: All students at Baldwin Middle-Senior High School will graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in their post-secondary education and the workforce.

AP Capstone (9-12)

Digital Communication Magnet (6-12)

Dual Enrollment (9-12)

Aeronautical Robotics Academy (7-11)

Our mission at Carter G. Woodson Elementary is to provide a safe and civil environment with an emphasis on rigorous standards-based curriculum and student inquiry, integrated with grade specific medical themes, laying a foundation for students to pursue academic excellence and become life-long learners.

Chimney Lakes Elementary School’s International Studies Magnet Program

The goal of the International Studies program at Chimney Lakes Elementary is to offer our students a world of learning opportunities for students to experience the rich diversity of cultures from around the world. Our magnet program’s theme is intertwined throughout our curriculum.

Each grade level focuses on a continent of study throughout the year, so that by the time each child graduates 5th grade, they would have attained an extensive knowledge of all the continents and cultures from around the world.
The educational team at Chimney Lakes Elementary is thoroughly committed to providing children the opportunity to develop a continual love of learning through a well-rounded curriculum, and an encouraging environment.
Our school-wide discipline plan provides for a safe and orderly learning environment. High academic standards and expectations have resulted in high student achievement. We are proud that Chimney Lakes Elementary School has won recognition by the State of Florida for continually receiving high academic grades.

Gifted Program at CLE

The Gifted Program is an enrichment curriculum to stimulate and encourage creative learning for students. The classroom uses divergent tasks to take the students outside their nine dots. They are challenged with problem solving to develop critical thinking skills. This approach requires alternative ideas. There are several projects that require problem solving to create an acceptable solution. In addition to hands on projects, they go on many field trips to learn firsthand the culture and creative methods of each place visited. A real memorable learning experience engrained in each child.

Students in Gifted Class have unique opportunities to receive a participatory and experimental approach to learning. The students achieve hands on levels of learning and knowledge not available in text books.

In order for a child to be in the Gifted Program, they must be first recommended to the Guidance office by their teacher or parents can request testing. Your child’s homeroom teacher is your first point of contact at the school. Once they are recommended, they will be tested to see if they qualify for gifted services.

FUNdamental Learning Through Business & Entrepreneurship

Vision:
Every student is inspired and prepared for success in college or a career, and life.

Mission:
To provide educational excellence in every school, in every classroom, for every student, every day.

St. Johns Country Day School provides a strong college preparatory program. It maintains high academic standards and offers a demanding curriculum intended to interest all students and challenge them to discover their own capabilities. Its aim is to develop young people who are independent, self-reliant individuals prepared for college and life. Admission is based on developmental maturity, academic achievement, and aptitude regardless of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion or religious creed. Learning is enhanced by small classes, the interaction of students in Grades Pre-K through 12, and the utilization of the attractive campus environment. Recognizing individual learning styles, teachers employ a variety of instructional techniques.

Founded upon Judeo-Christian principles, the School seeks to develop in each student a sense of self-worth and respect for the values of a diverse school community. St. Johns Country Day School seeks to nurture in its students a continuing desire to learn and the skills necessary to pursue their goals.