Preparing to Return to Saint John's in Fall!

Dear Saint John's Families, 

It seems as if the world as we know it is changing daily, and I wanted to touch base with you today on a few important things. First and foremost, be assured we are doing our very best to maintain a sense of normalcy and calm at Saint John's. As I mentioned in my video from a couple of weeks ago, following constant guidance from the Archdiocese of St. Paul/Minneapolis, Saint John's campus will be open in the fall. 

Of course we know from observing conversations among health professionals and government leaders that, at any point, schools could be affected by COVID-19. This might mean a window of time where school would be interrupted due to illness. Therefore, while we plan on a traditional start to the school year, we also are preparing for multiple scenarios, so that we can pivot as needed to ensure high-caliber education continues for your children.
 

Please Take our COVID Back-to-school Survey

To ensure we are answering your questions and best preparing for your child's return to school, please participate in this important COVID-19-related survey. Click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfySduUo6X3-SduhZrA-2ERcxdpu632W63ImmqhmCt3Gzjmhg/viewform  
 

Fond Farewell to Tricia Kurschner

Many families who utilize Eagle Club childcare already know this, but Mrs. Kurschner is retiring from Saint John's, effective July 10. We want to wish her all the best of luck in her next endeavors, as she will be missed by staff, parents and especially our students. Thank you so much, Tricia, for your loving care of all our students.

 

Other Important Updates

• Our Pandemic Preparedness and Response Planning Committee is hard at work sifting through the Archdiocesan protocols, and crafting a comprehensive plan specific to Saint John's. You'll see more on the results, beginning in August. 
• Our 2020-20201 supplies list is coming soon!
• Don't forget to Save the Date: Noon Saturday, Sept. 26, School Marathon
• Don't forget: Order your Saint John's school uniforms through Revolution Sports and Donald's; we're working currently with another vendor as well. 
• This month Saint John's School is being super-cleaned, and floors are being stripped and waxed. We will be the safest school in the metro!
• We are open for tours, so tell a friend about Saint John's School!

Links for “Back to School” Resources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information

If there are any substantial changes, I will certainly communicate those with you. Please reach out to me with any questions, at any time! I hope your family continues to have  a summer full of memories.

Dan J. Hurley, Principal