Welcome to Saint John School

   Office Hours:  Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 3:15 PM 

OPEN HOUSE:  Wednesday, May 7, 2025   9 AM - 3 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     March 26, 2025

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

·       Aftercare Aide - 3-5:30 PM, Monday – Friday

Looking to earn some extra money? Consider assisting in overseeing our students who remain after school.  This is a paid position. Whether you can assist all five days or just a few days a week, please reach out to the school office. 

 

·       After-School Enrichment Programs – Registration deadline is this Friday, March 28

Spring programs begin next week.

 

·       Re-Registration for 2025-26 School Year –$75 re-registration fee through Monday, March 31.  If you need a form sent home, please contact the office.

 

·       FACTS Grant & Aid - applications are being accepted for the 2025-26 school year.  Use this link for FACTS to apply.  Be sure to supply all the required documentation.

 

·       Lenten Alms Giving – Mondays March 31 and April 7

In the spirit of alms-giving, SJS is collecting food for the Sisters of Charity Food Pantry in Baltic.  The Food Pantry serves 200 families weekly on Thursdays.  Thank you to those who are bringing in food and making a difference in someone’s ability to feed their family.

 

Grades are asked to bring in the following:

Pre-K 3 & 4:    Rice, Beans, Canned Sauce

K, 1 & 2:          Canned Tuna, Canned Chicken

3, 4, 5:             Peanut Butter, Jelly

6, 7, 8:             Cereal, Coffee

 

·       The Feast of Life Stories from the Gospel of Luke – Drama Club Production

Tickets on Sale at Saint John School Office or available at the door.

 

 

As we are nearing the end of Lent and begin to prepare ourselves for Easter, let our production of The Feast of Life Stories from the Gospel of Luke bring you into a deeper personal connection with our Lord. 

 

The Feast of Life reminds us of the fourteen banquets mentioned in Luke's Gospel and invites us once again to hear and experience the stories of Jesus. In this musical by Marty Haugen, a diverse group of adults and children gather around a banquet table to retell the parables in Luke's Gospel.  

 

·       Living Stations of the Cross – Friday, April 11   9:15 AM and 6:00 PM

Join us as our 4th & 5th grade classes present the Living Stations of the Cross in Saint John Church.  Take time to pray through the Stations prior to Palm Sunday.

 

·       Gala Ticket Class Competition

Congratulations PreK 3 - you had the most tickets sold for the Gala in a week.  Enjoy your free Down Friday.

 

Time to reset the competition, which class earns a free Dress Down Friday next?

 

 

·       Saint John Catholic School 30th Anniversary Gala – Friday, April 25, 2025 at 6 PM - Saybrook Point Inn

Tickets are available on-line or through Saint John School.

 

 

 

·       Fish Fry – Friday, April 11 :30 at 4:30 PM at Saint John School Gymnasium

Lenten Fish dinner provided by the St. Pio Knights of Columbus.  Tickets are available after all the weekend Masses at St. John and St. Mark Churches and at the Rectory Office.  Ticket Prices: $20 for Adults; Free for Ages 12 and younger.  Tickets are available at the door.  To-go dinners also available.

 

Help support the Knights of Columbus who also help support Saint John Catholic School.

 

·       Volunteers Needed for:

o   Car Line Volunteers Needed for morning drop-off 8:20 – 8:45 AM. 

o   Lunch Aide Volunteers – Assistance during lunch and recess. SJS Lunch Aide Volunteers 2024-25 Excel Form 

 

Volunteers need to be Safe Environment trained.  Please contact the office to set up your training if needed or with any questions. 

 

·       Sister Gabriel is looking for the following items:

Newspapers and clean recyclable cans and bottles.

 

·       SJS Car Magnets – The PTO has car magnets available for $12 each or $20 for 2.  Contact the office to purchase.

 

·       POP Tab Challenge – Weigh-ins continue on Thursday afternoons.  Send in your pop tabs in support of our continuing service project in support of Ronald McDonald House.

 

·       Raise Right Gift Card Fundraiser – ongoing

Support Saint John School with your purchase of gift cards through “RaiseRight” You purchase gift cards 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.

 

·       InchBug Labels Fundraiser – through June 30, 2025

Sending in jackets, hats, gloves, waterbottles that aren’t making their way home?  Ordering new uniform pieces? Misplaced items by your children have a better chance to make it back to you if you have a personalized label on them.  Share the link with your friends and family to order personalized name labels and tags!  SJS earns 20% back on every purchase made!

 

School Shopping Link: https://bit.ly/4fYpFEH

School Coupon Code: STJOHNSCHOOLOSCT

 

·       Deacon Brian Daley - Please pray for Deacon Brian Daley, a former student of Saint John School, who is currently a Transitional Deacon and finishing his seminary classes.  God willing, Deacon Brian is going to be ordained a priest May 17, 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).

 

Pray With Mother

Upcoming Events - Save the Date

 

April 4, 2025 – First Friday Mass

April 4, 2025 – Early Dismissal

April 4, 5 & 6, 2025 – Feast of Life Performances

April 11, 2025 – Living Stations of the Cross

April 11, 2025 – Easter Egg Hunt

April 14 – 18, 2025 – Spring Vacation

April 21, 2025 – No School Easter Monday

April 25, 2025 – 30th Anniversary Gala

May 7, 2025 – Open House

 

 

Parent Teacher Organization

E-mail:  pto@saintjohnschoolos.org