Welcome to Saint John School
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 3:15 PM
OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, January 26, 2025 10 AM - 1 PM
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 5 PM - 7:30 PM
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Welcome to the St John School Website. Catholic schools stand out from other educational institutions and the St John School is no exception. We serve grades PreK3-Grade 8. All of our students are taught about the Catholic faith – not just the basics of Christianity, but how to have a relationship with God. St John students are held to the highest of standards, each child is inspired to reach his or her potential. Lastly, our students learn the importance of service, the giving of one’s time and effort to help others.
As the Principal of the St John School, I promise that your child will be in a safe, faith based learning environment that emphasizes Gospel values. Our amazing faculty and staff are dedicated to each child's academic success and spiritual growth.
I encourage you to call to schedule a tour of our school and to see firsthand our faith filled learning milieu. I look forward to hearing from you!
God Bless You
Mother Elaine, SCMC, Principal
Mission Statement
The mission of St. John Catholic School is to provide an opportunity for students, parents, and staff to foster a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Infused with our faith, we strive to provide challenging academic programs in which dedicated, professional educators and families work together in a safe environment to inspire individual growth, self-discipline, confidence and Christian service.
Our shared efforts are directed toward creating an environment rich in opportunities to prepare our students spiritually, intellectually, socially, and emotionally for the future.
We are proud that both parents and students consider our school a great place to learn and we partner together in the words of our motto, to "educate the whole child." We invite you to be part of our school community where Jesus is the core.
From the Principal January 15, 2025
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
· Car Line Volunteers Needed for morning drop-off 8:20 – 8:45 AM.
Volunteers are needed to help cover morning drop-off in January. Parents providing coverage may bring their children to Before Care at no charge. Volunteers must complete Safe-Environment Training. Please see Mrs. Hoffman in the office for set-up.
· Marketing Committee - Looking for 1-2 people per town to place our open house flyers in key spots in your town. This includes libraries, coffee shops, etc. Please use this SignUpGenius to volunteer.
Thank you for helping us spread the word about our school.
· Progress Reports – Friday, January 17, 2025
Second trimester progress reports are being sent home with students on Friday, January 17.
· No School – January 20, 2025 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
· The Feast of Life –
The first read-thru is Wednesday, January 22 from 3-4 PM in the 2nd Grade Classroom. Pick up is in this same location. Students are receiving their Drama Club Student Contracts prior to the 22nd to review and sign with their parents. Contracts should be brought with them on the Wednesay.
Rehearsals 3-4 PM: Wednesdays mostly for the speaking roles and Fridays for music.
Performance Dates: Friday, April 4; Saturday, April 5 and Sunday April 6.
· Focus Group Meeting – PreK 3 and PreK 4
Thursday, January 23, 2025 6-7 PM
On January 23, 2025, we’d like to share ways in which we can work together to enhance your family’s experience here at Saint John School. Thank you to those who attended the January 8 meeting, shared your thoughts, suggestions and all who completed the survey. Babysitting is available for school students & siblings who are potty-trained.
· Kindergarten Long Term Substitute Teacher – Natasha Senokosoff
We welcome Ms. Senokosoff to Saint John School as Mrs. Devenney works on her Master’s Degree. Ms. Senokosoff is with us into the month of May. She has a background with education, is dedicated and passionate about what she does and looks forward to working with our Kindergarten students.
· PTO Meeting – Thursday, January 23, 2025, Library
As parents/guardians of Saint John School Students you are members of our PTO. Join others at this meeting to help in the planning of events and fundraising opportunities.
· Dress Down Friday – January 24 - $3 donation
Support our 8th Grade class with their fundraising efforts
· St John School kicks off Catholic Schools Week with 9 AM Mass on Sunday, January 26 at St. John Church.
The best way to market St John School to our community is YOU!
Please use this SignUpGenius to let us know that you plan to attend with your children in uniform. Our students will be participating in the liturgy as altar servers, readers, and offertory.
Students who attend Mass on Jan 26 will receive one Free Dress Down Day coupon!
· Open House – Sunday, January 26, 2025 10 AM – Noon
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 5 – 7:30 PM
Saint John School Open House is open to friends, family, parishioners and the public. This is an opportunity to share the benefits and blessings of being a part of Saint John School family.
· National Catholic Schools Week – Sunday, January 26 – Saturday, February 1, 2025
The theme for National Catholic Schools Week (CSW) for 2025 is "Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community". Look for details to see how Saint John School is going to celebrate National Catholic Schools Week.
· Saint John Catholic School 30th Anniversary Gala – April 25, 2025
Save the Date for our 30th Anniversary Gala to be held at Saybrook Point Inn. Look for more details to come regarding purchasing tickets and/or being a sponsor.
· FACTS Grant & Aid - applications are being accepted for the 2025-26 school year. Check out your FACTS account for the link to apply.
· Raise Right Gift Card Fundraiser – ongoing
Support Saint John School with your purchase of gift cards through RaiseRight. There are 550+ different brands of gift cards to use as gifts for others or to make your own purchases. You purchase at face value and the business gives a percentage to the school’s RaiseRight account. Choose “Join a Program” and enter Saint John School Enrollment Code: 2828B59D7252.
· POP Tab Challenge - Challenge 2 has begun with Weigh-ins on Thursdays and runs through the week of May 19. Send in your tabs and let’s continue our support of Ronald McDonald House.
· Sister Gabriel is looking for the following items:
Newspapers and clean recyclable cans and bottles
· Mornings with Mother–Wednesdays, 9 -9:30 AM
Join Mother Elaine in the library to sit and talk with your questions, thoughts or suggestions.
· Deacon Brian Daley - Please pray for Deacon Brian Daley, a former student of Saint John School, who is currently a Transitional Deacon. Deacon Brian continues his studies, training, and discernment to the priesthood. God willing, Deacon Brian will be ordained a priest in 2025.
· Safe Environments – Just a reminder volunteers working with children need to be Safe Environment approved by the Diocese of Norwich. Please contact the office to begin the process of training. Complete the process prior to a special event in your child's classroom or at the school.
· Walk Around Wednesdays! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our School please have them register here (see link).
Upcoming Events - Save the Date
January 17, 2025 – Progress Reports Issued
January 23, 2025 – PTO Meeting
January 23, 2025 - PreK 3 & PreK 4 Parent Meeting
January 24, 2025 – Dress Down Friday
January 26, 2025 – Mass & Open House
January 26 – February 1, 2025 – National Catholic School Week
Parent Teacher Organization
E-mail: pto@saintjohnschoolos.org
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