The public comment period for the 79th and Greenwood Construction project closes June 15, 2020. Make sure the city hears your voice! While the school is supportive of providing housing options for residents in our community, we are concerned about how this proposed 6-story, 72-unit apartment building with retail, and parking for a few vehicles, … Continue Reading »
Thank You Jog-a-thon Artists! Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2020 Jog-a-thon Art contest! Peter Masiello’s “Run to the Moon and Back” design was chosen for the 2020-21 t-shirt design. Poster design contest winners are Maggie Redmond and Daniel Robshaw. Brooklyn Vega claimed this year’s sticker design award. Congratulations! Jog-a-thon Sponsorship … Continue Reading »
As we close out the 2019-2020 school year, your Scrip team wanted to provide a brief update. The Scrip program will temporarily be taking a summer break to relaunch the program at the start of our new school year. This summer, we will work to close out our accounts in preparation for this relaunch. Many … Continue Reading »
It’s time to start planning for a hugely successful 2020-2021 school year! The Parent Association is calling all parents interested in being part of classroom leadership teams next year. Are you interested in being a Room Parent, PA Representative, Auction Liaison, or Hospitality Chair? Many of the roles require minimal time and can be done … Continue Reading »
School administration is considering the opening of Extended Day Care for a portion of the summer, following Washington State’s Phased Approach. This program will not be our normal summer camp but a daycare for the children of essential workers who have no other means of care. In compliance with state and licensing mandates, Summer Extended … Continue Reading »
Research shows that students tend to score lower on reading and math achievement tests at the end of summer than they did just before the summer break. This phenomenon is sometimes called the summer slide. To promote your child’s mind, body, and spirit, St. John teachers are offering an opportunity to continue making growth over … Continue Reading »
Thank you, Trisha Quigley, Cate Nedved, and a dedicated crew of volunteers for organizing Pizza Fundraisers! Not only did students get to enjoy pizza, but the proceeds collected impact the world around us by aiding: $2,675 to Amigos de Peru $2,675 to Kenya Orphanage $1,337.50 to Operation Rice Bowl $1,337.50 to Washington, DC Financial Aid … Continue Reading »
The First Day I gave you a little wink and smile As you entered my room today. For I know how hard it is to leave And know your child must stay. You’ve been with him for five years now And have been a loving guide, But now, alas, the time has come To leave … Continue Reading »
A New Chapter of Life We look at you and wonder, “Where have the years all gone?” What happened to our yesterdays? It hasn’t been that long… Since you were learning how to ride a bike And how to catch a ball. When did you get so confident? How did you grow so tall? We … Continue Reading »
The final supply drop-off/pick-up dates take place next week. This is a short drive-through opportunity for students and teachers to reconnect, for students to collect their report cards and any items from their desks/lockers, and for teachers to wish their wonderful students a safe and restful summer. Further details to be provided by your student’s … Continue Reading »
