Happy January!
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January 11, 2022Dear Saint John's Families,In my last newsletter, I mentioned we have many upcoming special events during Catholic Schools Week, January 23-28! The week will be filled with memorable events, including the annual Book Fair. Some may ask, what is Catholic Schools week? Catholic Schools Week (CSW) is now entering its 46th year and is an annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. It is a week for us to celebrate everything that is great about Saint John’s and our community!
My wife and I made the decision to send our daughters, Alyssa and Brooklyn, to a Catholic elementary school and high school. We were both fortunate to attend Catholic schools. Like most families, it is not easy for us to afford the tuition, but it has been worth sacrificing some extra things so our children could have a Catholic education. It is important for us to see our children not only soar academically but develop a faith life with their peers. I remember when our daughters received the sacraments, their school brought the parents together which reminded us how wonderful it was to be part of our children’s Catholic faith journey within the context of our parish. Over the years we had many opportunities to talk with our girls about what they learned in school, their various service projects, and homework. We also had occasions to discuss respect for others, moral issues, and the importance of faith and prayer. I am thankful that our children continue to receive an excellent education and faith formation in Catholic schools. I hope you have time in the next two weeks to discuss what Saint John’s has meant to you and your family.
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EXCITING OPPORTUNITY: RECESS HELP and EARN $50!As we enter another year, we are looking for more volunteers. Please consider signing up for a limited-commitment playground-monitor opportunity! For anyone who signs up for five (5) playground shifts using this Sign Up Genius HERE, we will provide $50! Or if you're feeling generous, sign up for as many shifts as you like, pro bono. We have such a special place in our hearts for our generous volunteers.
Volunteers do need to be Virtus trained, which is a simple 3-step process; click here for more information. In addition, every month we will offer a "recess training session," where volunteers can get hands-on training on the ins and outs of our playground set up and rules. Recess occurs rain or shine, but does move indoors on days of inclement weather.
It is my favorite time, even when it's cold, to spend time with the students.
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UPDATE: DATE and INVITATION (Moms we need you!):
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All FOR BOOK:
Each year to kick off Catholic Schools’ Week, Saint John School Student Council partners with Scholastic Books to raise money to purchase books for the University of Minnesota Children's Hospital. These books will be donated through the Nicholas P. Koenig H.E.R.O. Foundation. Click HERE for more information.
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JANUARY 2022:
Jan 17: No School, No Eagle Club (Martin Luther King Jr Day)
Jan 19: Saint John's Book Fair starts
Jan 23-Jan 28: Catholic Schools Week Mass start the week on the 23rd at 10:30 a.m. followed by tours, pancake breakfast and more...(More information coming soon on the week of events)
Jan 24: No School - All Staff Retreat, No Eagle Club
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PARENT SESSION
“Parenting Exceptional Children” — January 19, 7 p.m.
Parenting children with educational and behavioral differences can be rewarding AND challenging. Even children who are gifted and talented present special challenges. In this session, we will discuss parenting children who have diverse needs because of educational, behavioral, and mental health challenges, as well as those who may need more enrichment.____________________________
REGISTRATION OPEN TO ALL:
We already have a couple of classes near full - so ENROLL now to hold a spot for your student. There will be a family enrollment fee, which will be assessed when the first child from each family enrolls. The Early Eagle Enrollment Fee is $125/family until January 28, 2022. As of January 29,2022, the Eagle Enrollment Fee increases to $250/family. So, you will save $125/family if you enroll before January 28, 2022. (If you have more than one student, you should only be assessed the enrollment fee on one child. If you get charged again for this, please reach out to Karla Schultz at [email protected], and she can work with you on correcting that.)
Current parents, PLEASE DO NOT apply again through TADS. (Please note: If you have students who will be new to the school next school year, you will have to first fill out an application for admissions. You will find that option in your TADS account. You will only need to do this for new students, current students will start at the enrollment step.) Please see HERE for more information on enrollment for 2022-2023.
Please feel free to reach out to Kathy LaCasse at [email protected] if you have any questions as you complete your enrollment for next year.
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Aim Higher Foundation - Application Now Open
More Scholarships. More Students. Stronger Schools.
Aim Higher has offered generous scholarships to many of our families. If you would like to apply for a scholarship for your family, applications are now open for the 2022-2023 school year. Find out more information on aimhigherfoundation.organd/or you can submit your tuition assistance application at mytads.com as per other years.
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SCHULZE EARLY LEARNING SCHOLARSHIP:
Applications are being accepted for the 2022-2023 school year.- The Schulze Family Foundation has created the Schulze Early Learning Scholarship Program to assist middle-income families in gaining access to excellent preschool programs for their children.
- The Foundation firmly believes in and supports the strength of the academic experience, the caring community and the spiritual development that is provided by the Catholic elementary schools.
- Scholarships will be awarded ranging from $500 to $3000 and will be sent directly to the preschool to pay for tuition.
- Your child will be attending an eligible Catholic preschool.
- Your child will be in their last year of preschool in 2022-2023 and
- Your family is middle-income.
If families have any questions about the program, please contact Marla Friederichs at 612-801-1431 or mjfriederichs@schulzefamilyfoundation.org.
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SAINT JOHN GALA:
While you shop on Amazon, please consider donating one of the items off of our Amazon Prime wish list for our silent auction for this year's vintage gala. We made it easy: just click & ship!
As always, your donation is tax-deductible as we are 501c3.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2C89WIIG7T17L?ref_ =wl_share
Questions? Please email Gala Chair Missy Machkhashvili at [email protected]
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ADORATION AT SAINT JOHN’S:
Saint John’s invites you to support your students, teachers and staff in a unique and fulfilling way; by praying for them during Eucharistic Adoration.
What is Eucharistic Adoration?
Eucharistic Adoration is time spent in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament giving praise and thanks – in silence. During Adoration, the Eucharistic host is exposed, and participants have a conversation with Jesus, pray the rosary or reflect on Scripture or other spiritual reading. As with any form of prayer, Adoration directs us inward, to the joy of a deeper relationship with God, and outward, to a more selfless love of others. Pope Francis said, "Jesus speaks in the silence of the mystery of the Eucharist."
The Adoration Schedule:
Eucharistic Adoration is offered in the church from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. each Friday that school is in session.
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FINE ARTS:
If you are interested in signing up for Piano, Guitar or Voice lessons, please click HERE
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SAINT JOHN'S COVID DATA TRACKER
*All data is collected dailyTotal positive cases 4 Number of students out sick (MDH decision Tree) 0 Number of Students out (Community Close contact) 2 Face Mask optional Mask Matrix.
Please call Karla Schultz at 651 484-3038 or email saintjohnschool@sjolc.org if your child(ren) has symptoms of COVID, especially fever, cough, and sore throat. As a reminder, please keep your child(ren) home if they are sick to prevent the spread of all contagious illnesses.
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VIRTUAL TOUR
Please share this video with anyone you know looking to join our school community!
Saint John's online virtual school tour here.
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We are proud of our school and look forward to more exciting things to come our way! Check out the great that is happening daily on our school website and follow us on Facebook.
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Dan J. Hurley, Principal
