As proud alumni and past parents of St. Paul’s Episcopal School, it is a joy for us to serve as this year’s Grandparent Chairs for the Saints Fund. Forty years ago, we both graduated from St. Paul’s with a deep appreciation for the education, friendships, and values that shaped our lives. Since then, St. Paul’s has remained at the very heart of our family story.
Both of our children—Sarah Jeffries Coker and John Warren Jeffries, Jr.—as well as our son-in-law, Jake Coker, attended St. Paul’s from PreK through 12th grade, benefiting from the same nurturing community that once guided us. Today, our granddaughter is walking those same halls; she began in PreK and is now thriving in kindergarten. Truly, St. Paul’s has been a significant part of our family across three generations.
The Saints Fund provides critical resources that sustain excellent teachers, enrich classrooms, strengthen programs, and ensure that every child can have the opportunity to grow academically, athletically, socially, and spiritually. Did you know that tuition alone does not cover the full cost of a St. Paul’s education? Your gift will help bridge that gap.
We give joyfully each year to ensure that today’s students and tomorrow’s graduates experience the same life-changing education we did. We invite you to join us in supporting the Saints Fund this year.
Thank you for being part of the St. Paul’s community and for helping carry forward its mission for generations to come.
With gratitude,
Tressie ’85 and John ’85 Jeffries Grandparent Chairs | 2025 Saints Fund