From the Principal – Advent, looking forward and rejoicing

The third Sunday of Advent is Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete means to rejoice. At Mass, the bright pink candle will be lit. During the first reading from Isaiah you will hear the words rejoice, glory, strengthen, fear not. The second reading opens with the words, “Be patient, brothers and sisters…”. We are to rejoice because our … Continue Reading »

Tuition Assistance Deadline Fast Approaching

The application deadline for financial aid for the 2017/2018 school year is January 6, 2017. Fulcrum Tuition Assistance Grants are awarded based on financial need, in the amount of $1,100. Out-of-parish families wishing to be considered for St. John School financial aid must also apply for a Fulcrum Tuition Assistance Grant.  Grants reduce your total … Continue Reading »

Scrip

The final countdown to purchase SCRIP is on… Just think how sad you’ll be when you realize you’re missing a few gifts for those surprise guests! Stock up on a few extra scrip cards so you’re prepared! Next week is the last week you can order scrip before the holidays! Email your order to stjohnscrip@st-johnschool.org … Continue Reading »

WestSide Baby – Big Item Drop Off 12/9

WestSide Baby will accept large items at drop off tomorrow morning.  There will be volunteers and sixth grade students available at the flagpole to assist with your items. Large items may be dropped off once per month.  Check the school calendar for upcoming dates.  Other items (clothing, diapers, toys, etc.) may be dropped in the … Continue Reading »

NW Seattle Little League

Attention all Baseball, Softball, and T-Ball players! Northwest Seattle Little League (“NWSLL”) opened for registration on December 1st! NWSLL serves our local NW Seattle neighborhoods and is chartered through Little League Baseball, offering a variety of divisions for baseball, t-ball and softball as well as numerous volunteer opportunities.  Perfect for all ages and grade levels. … Continue Reading »