Welcome to Saint John School
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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 November 6, 2024
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
· Luxury Raffle Update – SOLD OUT! A special thank you everyone who worked on the Luxury Raffle Committee and to everyone who purchased tickets to support Saint John School.
It’s now time to mark your calendars and join us for a pasta dinner from 5-7 PM on Friday, December 6 prior to the 7 PM drawing of the winning tickets.
· School Photo Retake Day – Thursday, November 7, 2024
This is an opportunity for anyone who missed School Photo Day to have their picture taken. If you wish to have a retake done, please send in your child’s original picture packet. Students in PreK3, PreK4 or Kindergarten should wear dressy clothes instead of their gym uniform.
· Car Line Volunteers Needed for morning drop-off 8:20 – 8:45 AM. Use the email with the Signup Genius link to volunteer. Pick and choose the days you are available to help.
Gym doors open at 8:20 and close at 8:45 AM. Please arrive a few minutes early to close the gates between the church parking lot and the school parking lot and set cones to form the car lane. The volunteer helps students unbuckle, retrieve backpacks, lunch boxes and coats, shut car doors and direct students out of the car lane and towards the gym door safely. At 8:45, return the cones to the wall in between both gym doors. Check that the gym doors are closed and locked.
Students should exit the passenger side doors whenever possible. For the children's safety, cars may not pass those in line in front of them.
Volunteers must complete Safe-Environment Training. Please see Mrs. Hoffman in the office for set-up.
· Food Pantry Donations - The Sisters of Charity Food Pantry is providing Thanksgiving Meals to families in need. Our service project for November is helping build up the pantry. Each grade is asked to bring in the following donations:
PreK 3 – Bread and Brownie Box mixes
PreK 4 – Noodles or Rice (any kind)
Kindergarten – Peanut Butter
1st – Cranberry Sauce
2nd – Thanksgiving Napkins and/or Plates
3rd – Tomato Sauce
4th – Canned Soup
5th – Coffee
Middle School – Canned Yams, Canned Pumpkin, Jugs of Juice
Sisters of Charity Food Pantry is so grateful for your support and generosity.
· 8th Grade Parent Meeting – Thursday, November 7, 2024 5:30 PM
Parents of our 8th Grade class are meeting with Mrs. K to discuss Fundraising Activities for the class of 2025.
· 5K Volunteer Information Meeting
· Veteran’s Day Assembly – Monday, November 11, 2024 9:30 AM
Saint John School takes this day to honor the Veteran’s in our families. Join us for a special Assembly at 9:30 in the gymnasium.
· PTO Marketing Committee Meeting – Thursday, Nov. 21 4:30-5 PM, Library
The marketing committee is open to all parents who wish to work together to promote enrollment at Saint John School.
· PTO Meeting – Thursday, November 21 5 PM
Join other Saint John School parents at our PTO meetings. Please note the change in the meeting date due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
· InchBug Labels Fundraiser – through June 30, 2025
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
· Charleston Wrap Fundraiser – through November 11
The deadline is quickly approaching. All you have to do to help us reach our fundraising goal is register at registercw.com using our organization ID 28358.
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3 to support Saint John School.
1. Go to registercw.com today!
2. Share the word using, our text, email, and social sharing tools.
3. Shop – check-off your holiday gift list and help support our cause.
· Raise Right Gift Card Fundraiser – ongoing
· Recyclable Cans & Bottles - Sister Gabriel is collecting clean recyclable cans and bottles. Please drop off any donations in the main office. Don’t forget to remove the tabs from cans for your child’s classroom collection prior to donating.
· 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.
· Pop Tabs – 5 weeks remaining to Challenge 1
Thursday weigh-ins have brought in 47.2 lbx of tabs. Bin #2 is nearly full.
Last week’s results:
3rd Place: PreK 4
2nd Place: PreK 3
1st Place: Kindergarten
· Angels & Elves Fair Nearly New Gift Shop –Saturday, November 23 St. Pio Parish Ladies Guild is holding their annual fair in the gymnasium of Saint John School. Let’s support the parish that supports our school. The Nearly New Gift Shop is being held in conjunction with a variety of ALL NEW craft vendors, Penny Cup Raffle, Silent Auction and Bake Sale. Breakfast and Lunch is being offered.
· 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
November 7, 2024 – School Picture Retakes
November 7, 2024 - 8th Grade Parent Meeting
November 7, 2024 - 5K Volunteer Information Meeting
November 11, 2024 – Veteran’s Day Celebration
November 11, 2024 – Red/White/Blue Dress Up Day
November 18, 2024 – No School
November 21, 2024 - PTO Marketing Committee
November 21, 2024 – PTO Meeting
November 22, 2024 – Grades Close
November 26, 2024 – Dress Down Day
Parent Teacher Organization
E-mail: pto@saintjohnschoolos.org
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