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 »
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Greenwood Construction: Public Comment Period is Open
Another round of public comments is now open for the 79th and Greenwood Construction project. The public comment period 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 … Continue Reading »
St. John Distance Learning Community: Habitat Week!
Don’t forget to check out the first graders’ habitat projects! Learn interesting facts about many different animals, like sloths, seals, and sea otters! The first graders worked so hard on their projects and are excited to share them with you! Mrs. Costa’s First Graders and their Habitats: https://grade1.st-johnschool.org/ Mrs. Jessup’s First Graders and there Habitats: https://grade1b.st-johnschool.org/ Continue … Continue Reading »
Health & Wellness Break: Getting Ready for Summer
It hasn’t been easy, but we’ve made it to June! Parents and students have done a remarkable job navigating distance learning – hats off to you! As we are looking toward the coming days of closing out the school year in this incredibly unconventional way, Ms. Shaw wants to share a few tips to help … Continue Reading »
Our Unbound Friends Need Our Support
Please do not forget your Unbound classmate! The 7th graders are still collecting for Unbound and would like you to know that your donations help the sponsored children with their education, nutrition, and healthcare. We are close to our summer goal of $1,800 donation school-wide! With about $1000 collected, we can reach this goal if … Continue Reading »
Chef Michael’s Recipe of the Week: Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry
Here’s an easy, delicious dish that you can quickly whip up so that you can spend more time outside in the beautiful weather: beef and vegetable stir fry. This can easily be turned into a vegan feast by substituting tofu for the beef and vegetable broth for chicken broth. Remember to wash your hands! Beef … Continue Reading »
Parish News
Visit the Parish Website for detailed information about Mass schedules, special events, and the Parish e-newsletter. Following are highlights: Parish Rosary for those Affected by Covid-19 Join the St. John Parish community in praying the rosary for all those affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. We will pray together (from our own homes) on Saturdays … Continue Reading »
Principal’s Letter
During Memorial Day Weekend, we learned that Mrs. Agnes Jacobson passed away after a long illness. Mrs. Jacobson served as Principal at St. John School, retiring from many years of service as I came to St. John School. She was instrumental in growing the school and building the strong community that we have today. During … Continue Reading »
Dates to Note
Friday, May 29 All-School Mass, live-streamed on the St. John Parish Facebook page, 3pm Deadline to turn in Jog-a-thon Art Saturday, May 30 Weekend Mass, live-streamed on the St. John Parish Facebook page, 5pm Sunday, June 7 Virtual Baccalaureate Mass and Graduation, live-streamed on the St. John Parish Facebook page, 10:30am Monday, June 8 Last … Continue Reading »
Our Graduates are the Best!
Congratulations, Class of 2020! We will miss your energy and leadership, and we celebrate your enthusiasm and achievements, such as sharing your talents in Mrs. Kay’s Art Class, your knowledge at the Cultural Fair, and your technical skills in the Capstone Project in Mr. James’ Technology Class. For the Capstone Project, 8th graders had to … Continue Reading »