Welcome to Saint John School
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 3:15 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 December 11, 2024
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
· Luxury Raffle Drawing & Pasta Dinner – Thank you to all the volunteers, Knights of Columbus, students and adults who helped serve up a delicious pasta dinner and desserts prior to the drawing.
· The 2024 Saint John School Luxury Raffle Committee is pleased to announce
we have our winners for this year's Luxury Raffle!
The drawing held on December 6, 2024 at 7:00pm identified the below winners:
1st Prize, 2024 Corvette Stingray Coupe:
Kathryn C. of Old Saybrook, CT (Ticket #1537)
2nd Prize, $10,000 VISA® Gift Card:
Maryann G. of Madison, CT (Ticket #1538)
3rd Prize, $2,500 Stop & Shop Gift Card:
Mark I. of North Branford, CT (Ticket #2034)
4th Prize, $2,000 Exxon/Mobil Gas Gift Card:
John M. of Old Lyme, CT (Ticket #1759)
Together, we raised a record $153,500 towards the operating expenses of the school.
Thank you all for your support and generous contributions!
· Special thank you from the Sisters of Charity of Our Lady, Mother of the Church Food Pantry
The Sisters of Charity thanks Saint John School students for their Thanksgiving food donations.
· Car Line Volunteers Needed for morning drop-off 8:20 – 8:45 AM.
Volunteers are needed to help cover 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.
· Pop Tabs – Challenge 1 ends Thursday, December 12
Bring in those final pop tabs tomorrow, December 12 for the final weigh-in of Challenge 1. The winning class will be announced next week.
Don’t stop collecting after tomorrow. Stock pile these tabs for the start of Challenge 2.
· Dress Down Day – Friday, December 13
For a $3 donation students can join in on dress down day.
· School Play Auditions – Friday, December 13, 3-4 PM
Saint John Catholic School is excited to announce this year’s school play is “The Feast of Life – Stories from the Gospel of Luke”. Mrs. Gunther, experienced in theatre, is our Director. Mrs. DiRocco is our Music Director.
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. The group tells and sings of "The Good Samaritan", "The Prodigal Son", "The Journey to Emmaus", and other parables,as well as the birth and the Passion of Jesus.
Students don’t need to bring anything with them but be ready read aloud and sing.
If your child is interested in auditioning, contact the office to add their name to the end of the day roster indicating your child is being dismissed to Grade 2.
Rehearsals begin in January and take place on Wednesday and Friday afternoons. The play is scheduled for the first weekend in April.
· HOLIDAY BAZAAR - A School-wide Family Event
· Torchlight Parade - Saturday, December 14
· Holly Jolly Week Spirit Week – December 16 – 20, 2024
· Lessons and Carols – Thursday, December 19 - 6:30 PM
Please note the change in location to Saint John School
Students are to arrive no later than 6:15 PM
Each of our classes presents a scripture reading and song as we enter into the final week of Advent by centering ourselves on the true meaning of Christmas, Jesus. Please invite your family and friends.
Attire: Black and White
Girls: Dresses (straps must be at least 3 finger width wide, dresses knee length or longer) or slacks and blouse
Boys: Pants and shirts, red or green ties
· Weather Cancellations/Delays
Notification of Weather Cancellations/Delays is made as follows:
o Email to Families from EduConnect
o Website update made on main page banner
visit: saintjohnschoolos.org
o Postings made on WFSB and NBC Connecticut
· Raise Right Gift Card Fundraiser – ongoing
Whether you are buying gift cards for birthday gifts, Christmas presents, to place on giving trees, gift giving or just for yourself, consider purchasing them through Raise Right. You pay for your gift cards at face value. The business is the one who gives a percentage of the gift card amount to Saint John School.
· Sister Gabriel is looking for assistance with the following items:
o Newspapers – for art project
o Oatmeal Containers with lids or empty plastic coffee containers with lids – for Lessons and Carols
o Recyclable Cans and Bottles – help cover the cost of bird seed for school feeders
· Mornings with Mother – Mother Elaine is available on Wednesday mornings from 9 -9:30 AM in the library to sit and talk with parents who may have questions, thoughts or suggestions. Please sign in at the office, join us for prayer then meet with Mother and other parents.
· 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
December 13 – Dress Down Day
December 13 - School Play Auditions
December 13 - SJS Christmas Bazaar
December 14 - Torchlight Parade
December 16 - Holly Jolly Spirit Week
December 19 – Lessons & Carols
December 23-31 – Christmas Vacation
January 1 – New Year’s Day – No School
Parent Teacher Organization
E-mail: pto@saintjohnschoolos.org
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