In an effort to provide a centralized forum for administration to inform parents directly, as well as address questions and concerns related to St. John’s COVID-19 response, the Parent Association will host a digital town hall on Thursday, August 20, at 5pm. We respect that this is an evolving situation, and Principal O’Leary and Vice-Principal … Continue Reading »
Hurry! Students only have a few weeks left to play St. John Bingo! Teachers are gathering prizes and are eager to reward students for their hard work this summer. Remember to choose the bingo packet that corresponds with the student’s grade level from the 2019-2020 school year: Preschool/Primary Bingo, Intermediate Bingo, Middle School Bingo. Students can do … 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 holidays. 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 »
It’s not too early to think about getting ready for school! Head to our Back to School page and find information about: School supplies – lists and suggested vendors Uniform list, dress code, purchasing Comfort kits Traffic pattern for drop off and pick up And more! Middle school students (grades 6, 7, 8) have summer … Continue Reading »
Would you like to sponsor the St. John Catholic School 2020 Jog-a-thon? This fantastic event is a well-publicized cause for your business to sponsor. Your business name and logo will appear on the t-shirts of over 500 St. John students. Your business’ generosity will be publicly recognized to our entire community in newsletters, website mentions, social … Continue Reading »
It is your generosity of time and talent that helps the St. John community thrive – thank you! So before you officially start your summer, please consider signing up for a 2020-2021 Parent Association position, such as Room Parent, PA Representative, Auction Liaison, or Hospitality Chair. Many of the roles require minimal time and can … Continue Reading »
Dear Parents, Our theme for this year is, “In it together: Act with justice, love with mercy, walk humbly with God.” Mrs. Tsagalakis and Miss Jones are already working on a new theme song. We will miss the traditional airing of the song, but we will still hear it loud and clear as we gather … Continue Reading »
Tuesday, August 18 Deadline to RSVP for the 8/20 All-School Digital Town Hall Thursday, August 20 NewsViews Published All-School Digital Town Hall, 5pm Thursday, August 27 NewsViews Published Tuesday, September 1 Opening of School All-School Mass, live-streamed on the St. John Parish Facebook page (details to follow) Tuesday, September 1 – Friday, September 4 Meet N’ … Continue Reading »
We loved meeting our Kindergarten families! Thank you to the families who stopped by for the Kindergarten Meet ‘N Greet. If you were not able to make it, you can still pick up your Welcome Bag in the foyer of the Parish Office, Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm. Go Eagles!
Thank you to our wonderful volunteers, Mary Barton, Jen Bell, Betty Ericksen, Marion Johnson, Katie Sawicki, and Di Tran who sewed masks for the faculty and staff of St. John Parish and School. Special shout-out to Di Tran for designing and having the beautiful St. John logo fabric produced! Do watch for these unique masks … Continue Reading »
Visit the Parish Website for detailed information about Mass schedules, special events, and the Parish e-newsletter. Following are highlights: St. Vincent de Paul Ministry Food Drive St. Vincent de Paul Ministry has been busy this summer helping our neighbors, as the need is greater than ever. We’ve given away so much food, that it’s … Continue Reading »
Dear Families, Last week several of the region’s largest school districts, including Seattle, announced they intend to hold remote, online school only this fall. I understand the decision of the public school districts as they have a variety of issues related to re-opening that we do not have. I continue to meet virtually with the … Continue Reading »
Thursday, August 6 Kindergarten Drive-Through Meet ‘N Greet, 10am Thursday, August 13 NewsViews Published
St. John Kindergarten teachers will host a Drive-Through Meet ‘N Greet for incoming Kindergartners on Thursday, August 6, 2020, at 10am. Swing by to say hello to your teachers! Turn from Greenwood Ave. N. and head west on N. 79th St., continuing slowly to 1st Ave N. On the way, you will meet your teachers … Continue Reading »
