Principal’s Letter

Exciting faculty news! Katie Flanigan Bugge (Co-Director, XDC) recently went to Rome with her family, including her baby son, Roman Bugge and sister-in-law Sarah Brito-Bugge, grades 1/3 Teaching Assistant. They had a private audience with Pope Francis during which he blessed baby Roman. Many of you have heard by now that on St. Patrick’s Day, … Continue Reading »

Yesterday at 10am, two seventh grade students, Lucy B. and Maddie A. led a moving prayer service for the victims of the shooting in Florida.  Fifth graders and middle school students were invited and about 150 people attended.  Parish staff and faculty members who didn’t have students at the time came and prayed.   We continue … Continue Reading »

It’s Opening Night for the Middle School Musical, and the excitement is tangible!  This afternoon, the students attended the dress rehearsal for Once Upon A Mattress.  We are so grateful to Katie Franklin.  Each year, I am amazed at how the cast and crew blossom under her direction.  I am also very grateful to her … Continue Reading »

Come out this evening to hear Julie Metzger speak on promoting communication with your teens, preteens, and families. I have heard Julie speak on many occasions and not only is she extremely insightful and knowledgeable, but she shares her wisdom in a delightful, humorous manner. You will enjoy the evening.  We are very fortunate that … Continue Reading »

The February snow meant an icy start this morning. Thank you for being attentive to the text and webpage messages.  I also thank those teachers who sent out an extra email to their parents. I feel sure we alerted everyone on time and that you enjoyed a more leisurely morning. At our retreat on Friday, … Continue Reading »

Fr. Crispin was so delighted with the participation of the students at Mass on Ash Wednesday and I agree with him. They were so engaged as they sang and responded.  Fr. Crispin reminded us of the pillars of Lent – prayer, fasting and alms-giving.  In class, the students have been discussing ways that they can … Continue Reading »

Tonight is your last chance to attend the State of the School presentation! Come on out if you have not already heard the good news about St. John. Facilitation begins by appointment this Sunday and is offered again on Monday. This is your opportunity to confirm your enrollment for next year. As you prayerfully discern … Continue Reading »

It feels like Spring around here.  Thank you for the beautiful flowers for Teacher Appreciation Day. The teachers are the backbone of the school but today it looks like many of them should be sitting at their students’ desks!  The students have donned beards, check shirts, scarves, and glasses as they dress like the teachers!  … Continue Reading »

Catholic Schools Week is an annual celebration of Catholic education across the United States. This coming week, approximately 1.9 million students enrolled in the 6,429 Catholic schools will join that celebration, which focuses on the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to the church, local communities, and the nation. The theme … Continue Reading »

Yesterday at class mass, Grace, the 6th grade lector read to us from the First Book of Samuel. It was the story of David and how he defeated the warrior, Goliath. In a clear voice she read of David’s faith, “I have come against you in the name of the Lord of hosts.”  As I … Continue Reading »