Merry Christmas!

“Behold, the days are coming, says the Lord, when I shall raise up a righteous shoot to David; he shall do what is just and right in the land.” Thus begins today’s first reading (Wednesday), pointing us toward the Birth of Christ, and the

Happy Thanksgiving!

On Tuesday night, I read Adam Grant's and Allison Sweet Grant's article, "Stop Trying to Raise Successful Kids and Start Raising Kind Ones."  According to the authors, more than 90% of parents surveyed said that a top priority of parenting is to

Kindness

World Kindness Day was such a treat here at St. John!  Two first-graders presented me with little notes stating, “You rock!" and “You make me smile!”  Students went out of their way to say, "Hi" and "Have a great day!"  I bet grandparents

Enjoy A Sweet Evening!

The preschoolers just came by my office all dressed up in their Halloween costumes!  The air is tingling with a mixture of excitement as the primary children anticipate the carnival, and joyful remembrance as the intermediate students partake in

Principal’s Letter

Wizards, Witches, Cats, and Bats!  It is hard to believe that Halloween is almost here.  Eighth-grade students are furthering their leadership skills by hosting the primary students at our afternoon Halloween Carnival on Thursday, October 31. The

A Great Event!

Join me in giving a huge shout-out to Karen Bombino and the Endowment Team!  They organized a very successful and enjoyable Endowment event.  Thank you to Ethan Stowell and his team for hosting us in his fabulous restaurant, Cortina and for

Be Kind, Be Courageous, Be Just

Be kind.  This simple statement means so much more than just to be nice.  Our theme is taken from Hebrews 10:24: “Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love, kindness, and good deeds.”  For us at St. John, love, kindness, and

Be Kind. Be Courageous.

As I reflect on the simple and yet far-reaching meaning of our school theme, Be Kind, I can't help but think that it was on full display through your generous support of St. John School Jog-a-thon. Thank you for sponsoring the runners, keeping them

Jog-a-thon Time!

T-shirts have been delivered, the running schedule is posted, and the runners are excited! Jog-a-thon is almost here. You are welcome to come and run with your children. I hope to be back from the annual Principals’ Retreat in time to run with

September

Although the students are still getting used to the early mornings, they are settling in well. Be sure to check out the bulletin boards when you come to Curriculum Night this evening. Our theme, Be Kind, is a big focus in all the classrooms.