Coast Episcopal School

Labor Day (No school)
2022-09-05

End of first 9 weeks
2022-10-14

Fall Break
2022-10-31 - 2022-11-01

Thanksgiving Break
2022-11-21 - 2022-11-25

End of second 9 weeks
2022-12-16

Christmas Break
2022-12-19 - 2023-01-02

Saturday Art Class with Suzanne Findeisen
2023-03-04 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
The Gail Keenan Art Center will host a Saturday Art Class with Suzanne Findeisen on Saturday, March 4, 2023. Open to adults and young adults, with a max class size of 8, participants will be introduced to the art of indigo dying using the Japanese folding technique called Shibori.
Participants will be provided with directions on how to mix the dye, fold fabrics and complete the dying process.
Students will be provided material, dye and tools to make several pieces. They also can bring fabric or clothing from home to dye or over dye and give old fabric a new life!
Class Details:

March 4, 2023
10 am – 2 pm
Please pack a lunch/snack
Cost: $65
Location: Gail Keenan Art Center Art Room, Coast Episcopal School, 5065 Espy Avenue, Long Beach, MS 39560

Register here

Paper Fools Opening Reception
2023-03-31 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
Please mark your calendars for the opening reception for the 2023 Paper Fools!

South Mississippi Art League Opening Reception
2023-06-02 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States

Flora Fauna Opening Reception
2023-09-08 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
Flora Fauna
September 8 through October 6
will open with a wine and cheese reception on Friday, September 8, 2023.

The art exhibition will feature works by Douglas Baulos, Stephanie Flier, Carmen Lugo, Marti LeBourgeois McEnery and Adam Trest. Gulf Coast Musicians Matthew Williams, pianist, and Nataliya Molsbee, vocalist, will perform throughout the two-hour reception, which is open to the public.

Toast to the Coast - Forever Young - 40th Anniversary
2023-10-20 18:00 - 23:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville)
Join us for the 40th Anniversary of Coast Episcopal School’s annual fundraiser on Friday, October 20, 2023. One of the MS Gulf Coast’s signature events, this year’s gala will be held at 845 East Scenic Drive in Pass Christian. Enjoy food from local restaurants, breweries and bakeries; a silent AND a LIVE Auction, Art Show for purchase, and live music by Tyler Kinchen & The Right Pieces. Patron Party begins at 6 pm; Main Event, at 7 pm. Main Event tickets: $125 per person. Patron Party and Main Event: $400 for two tickets.

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Celebrate the Arts: Students and Mentors
2024-01-19 - 2024-02-08 | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
Celebrate the Arts: Students and Mentors
January 19- February 8, 2024
Open-to-the-Public Reception, 5-7 pm, Tuesday, February 6, 2024
The works of 20 Gulf Coast High School Students and letterpress artist Amos Paul Kennedy, Jr, are featured at this show, available for viewing by appointment. (Call 228-452-9442, ext 102 to schedule.)
On Tuesday, February 6, from 5-7 pm, an open-to-the-public reception for the show will feature award presentations to first, second and third place high school winners, judged by Sculptor Erica Larkin Gaudet. Amos Kennedy will be on hand to personally pull letterpress posters and CES Alum and Board Member, American Novelist Jesmyn Ward will provide a reading of her newest book, “Let Us Descend.” Please RSVP to 228-452-9442 by Friday, February 2.

CES Early Childhood Open House
2024-01-25 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Toddler Town and Preschool
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Call of the Coast: Closing Champagne Reception
2024-04-19 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
Call of the Coast
February 23-April 19, 2024
will feature the works of up to eight professional artists representing inspiration from land and sea, which will be available for sale throughout the duration of the show

Closing Champagne Reception, April 19, 2024 4-6 pm

Legends @ Gail Keenan Art Center
2024-09-13 - 2024-11-01 | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
LEGENDS ART SHOW @ Gail Keenan Art Gallery
Curated by Gulf Coast Artist and Photographer Ann Madden
Works by five powerhouse artists: Kat Fitzpatrick, Erica Larkin Gaudet, Mitchell Gaudet, Ellen Ellis Lee, Ruth Miller. Opening Reception, Friday, September 13, 5 – 7 pm.

Hoop-A-Thon
2025-02-21 | Elementary School, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
Mark your calendars for the CES Hoop-A-Thon on Friday, February 21st! This exciting event brings our students, families, and community together for a fun-filled day of basketball while raising funds to support the Coast Episcopal Annual Scholarship Fund. This money helps us continue to offer tuition discounts and financial aid for CES families.
Every CES student will take 10 shots during the Hoop-A-Thon, and you can join in the fun by sponsoring a student. Pledge a dollar amount for every basket they make (contact your student directly to make a pledge), or contribute a flat donation to show your support. After the event, the student will let you know how many shots they made and collect your contribution. Whether you’re sponsoring a student or cheering them on, your generosity helps make a big impact on our school community. Let’s shoot for success together—see you at the Hoop-A-Thon!
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Ongoing @GKAC: Sweet Dreams are Made of This Art Show
2025-02-28 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
Sweet Dreams are Made of This Art Show @ Gail Keenan Art Center
January 17, 2025-February 28, 2025
Curated by Gulf Coast Artist and Photographer Ann Madden
Works by Ann Madden of Bay St. Louis, Carmen Lugo of Biloxi, and Jenny Day of Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Opening Reception: Friday, January 17, 2025, 5 – 7 pm
Closing Reception: Friday, February 28, 2025, 4 – 6 pm

Mardi Gras Break
2025-03-03 - 2025-03-07

Unveiling of School Waves
2025-05-16 04:00 - 18:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville)
Join us on Friday, May 16, from 4-6 PM at the Gail Keenan Art Center for the unveiling of Phase 1 of the “School Waves” public art project, led by artists Erica Larkin Gaudet and Mitchell Gaudet of Studio Waveland, in partnership with the Walter Anderson Museum of Art. Held in conjunction with the closing reception for Paper Fools in Wonderland, this event celebrates student creativity and introduces an exciting new public art installation supported by the Mississippi Arts Commission. Don’t miss this joyful and imaginative celebration of art in Mississippi!

Paper Fools Closing Reception
2025-05-16 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
Paper Fools @ Gail Keenan Art Center
March 28, 2025 – May 9, 2025
Curated by Gulf Coast Artist and Photographer Ann Madden
While artists have not yet been announced, this unique show will celebrate the 150th anniversary of Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland
Closing Reception – Friday, May 16, 2025, 4 – 7 pm

Camp Gumbo: Session I
2025-06-09 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Elementary School, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
NOW REGISTERING: Camp Gumbo 2025 – two weeks of summer fun! June 9-12 and June 16-19, 2025

Camp will meet Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Open to children 6 to 12 years old (and rising Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten).

The cost for campers is $500 for both weeks, or $300 per week. Campers will receive lunch and a t-shirt.
Camp Gumbo includes a delicious mix of music, PE, makerspace, robotics, baking, and art activities, instructed by our fabulous CES teachers. It should be a blast!

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Camp Gumbo: Session II
2025-06-16 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville)

First Day of School
2025-08-08
First day of school! Half day for Toddlers, Preschool, TK and Kindergarten. Full day for grades 1-6.

ADORN Art Show Opening
2025-09-12 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
ADORN Art Show
curated by Ann Madden
A show of WEARABLE fine art opening September 12th featuring area superstars!!
Join us from 5-7 pm for an unforgettable event!
Artists:
PINKY BASS • DOUGLAS BAULOS
AMANDA BUSH • KERR GRABOWSKI
SANDY MAGGIO • SABRINA STALLWORTH

ADORN Art Show Closing Reception
2025-10-16 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
ADORN Art Show
curated by Ann Madden

Join us for the Closing Reception
Thursday, October 16, 4-6 pm

Show runs Sept 12- October 16, by appointment only. Contact 228-452-9442, ext 102

Toast to the Coast
2025-10-18 19:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago)
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2025
6 PM PATRON PARTY | 7 PM MAIN EVENT
845 EAST SCENIC DRIVE, PASS CHRISTIAN
Enjoy food from local restaurants, breweries & bakeries and open bar.
http://thetoasttothecoast.com

December Open House
2025-12-11 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Elementary School, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
OPEN HOUSE
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11TH, 8:00-11:00AM

You are cordially invited to join us for an inspiring morning celebrating faith, learning, and community.
Discover the heart of Coast Episcopal School, where curiosity thrives, faith guides, and friendships last a lifetime. From our youngest learners through sixth grade, we provide the foundation for a lifetime of growth and discovery.
Our morning will begin at 8am with a viewing of our beloved annual tradition, Las Posadas, a celebration that beautifully honors the season and our faith-filled heritage. Following this special presentation, guests are invited to enjoy coffee, donuts and campus tours from 8:30-11:00am

Come see what makes Coast Episcopal School so special-and bring a friend!
Share the joy, curiosity, and faith that fill our classrooms every day with a family you know who would love our community, too! We can’t wait to welcome you all!

ORGANICA Art Show Opening
2026-01-23 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
ORGANICA Art Show
curated by Ann Madden

Friday, January 23, 2026, 5 – 7 pm, Opening Reception

Show runs through March 6, by appointment only. Contact 228-452-9442, ext 102

Friday, March 6, 4-6 pm, Closing Reception

ORGANICA Art Show Closing Reception
2026-03-06 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Gail Keenan Art Center, 5065 Espy Ave, Long Beach, MS, 39560, United States
ORGANICA Art Show
curated by Ann Madden

Show runs January 23- March 6, by appointment only. Contact 228-452-9442, ext 102

Friday, March 6, 4-6 pm, Closing Reception

2026-2027 Enrollment is open
2026-03-10 - 2026-04-30
Visit CES Admissions Online Portal to start your child’s enrollment process.

Thank you for your interest in Coast Episcopal School. If you have any questions and/or if you have not yet visited our campus, please contact our Admissions Office by calling 228-452-9442 or emailing aegolf@myyces.org.

How to Apply
To begin the Online Application process:

Create an Account. Upon account creation, you will receive an email containing a verification link.
Verify your email address.
Our District Code is CE-MS
Log in to your account and Create A New Student Application for your child. You will then have the flexibility to log in and out of your account and access your open application.

A non-refundable fee of $122 must be submitted with each application.
After submitting the application, you will be able to track your admissions status at the school by logging in to your account. In addition, you will be able to print the completed application, monitor when the school receives any applicable supplemental forms and, if necessary, reprint the forms.
We appreciate your interest and hope to assist you any way we can. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us at admissions@myces.org 228-452-9442.
Coast Episcopal School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Coast Episcopal School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
