We are the living presence of Christ. For a century, St. John Parish and School have helped people encounter Jesus, who loves, comforts, forgives and challenges us to be our best selves. What a gift! As you prepare to continue the legacy and re-enroll your student(s), mark your calendar for State of the School next week. … Continue Reading »
The time is always right to do what is right. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. A parent recently inquired, “My child keeps talking about Soaring Eagle awards; what are they?” When students are observed demonstrating the Schoolwide Learning Expectations, they may receive an award that looks like a business card. Students bring the card to my … Continue Reading »
Welcome back and Happy New Year! Many of the children delighted me with stories of their adventures over Christmas. Faculty and staff thank you for your generous holiday gifts and wishes. Tomorrow we will have a prayer service to celebrate the Epiphany, recalling the Magi who traveled to worship the long-awaited Messiah. Remind your children … Continue Reading »
It was such a festive week! From skiers and hockey players to snowflake headbands and elf ears, everyone is feeling jolly! The festive dress did not distract students from reflecting quietly in church during reconciliation. Fr. Crispin and Fr. Angelovic were pleased with the children’s reverence and prayerful ways. We continue the celebration this evening … Continue Reading »
A hearty congratulations to St. John alumnae, Class of 2015, Katie Watt and Peyton Neal, who helped Western Washington University win the 2022 DII women’s soccer national championship. We are so proud of our Eagles! Congratulations are also in order for our preschoolers, who sang so sweetly at the Christmas concert. Their teachers and I were … Continue Reading »
Light the Advent Candle One Now the waiting has begun… We began our week by gathering in church to light the first Advent Candle and take a few minutes to remind ourselves of God’s goodness. Each morning thereafter, students will gather in department levels, light the candle, add an ornament to the Jesse tree, sing … Continue Reading »
This week, walking to and from school has been a reminder to treasure the beauty that we so often take for granted; the sunset colors of Autumn leaves is breathtaking. As you rake them and build big heaps, take a moment to be thankful for the changing seasons! Students in intermediate grades are preparing to … Continue Reading »
Thank you to all the veterans who have and are serving our country. We honor you, your bravery and your service. The Parish will honor veterans at all three masses this weekend. This has been a busy week, and I am so thankful to all of you who made it possible. You volunteered at the vaccination … Continue Reading »
This week was a week of celebration, both silly and sincere. We started the week with the Halloween Carnival. Hosted by crayons, cowboys and elves…erm, I mean middle school students, the gym was full of fun games to welcome students in the primary and intermediate grades; everyone had a grand time! After an evening of … Continue Reading »
It was an exciting weekend for the St. John community! Full of students, current and former, families, friends and volunteers, the community cheered off campus at our many soccer games and at the Seattle Prep Math Contest, and we cheered on campus as we celebrated Michele Thornquist and 100 years of St. John at the … Continue Reading »
