Saint John School EAGLE EYE 

Message From the Principal         May 17th, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  •  The $200 family tuition deposit is due now. (The $200 deposit is per family, not per student, and will be deducted from the total tuition owed for the 2023/24 School Year.) Thank you for your attention.
  • FACTS information can be found here
  • Thank you for your support of this year's Gala.  We are grateful to the comittee for their tireless efforts!

Soaring with the Eagles Gala was such a success! We brought in $28,400 dollars profit for our school! We had a wonderful night honoring Father Greg and everything he does for the school!! Thank you to Westbrook Elks for a wonderful night! 

 

 

We are so appreciative of our gala sponsors 

Soaring Eagle
Old Colony Construction 
Angela and Mike Arnold 
La Foresta 

Maroon and Grey: 
Brown Jacobson 

Eagle Feather sponsor 
Bertran and Carpenter Families 
Pasta Vita 
Pennywise Oil
Ameriprise Financial 
Blusky 
Pearls and Plaid
Thermodynamic mechanical services 

 

  • Congratulations to our SJS Band for a wonderful concert!
  • This year's spring concert was such a success. A special thanks goes out to Mrs. DiRocco for sharing the joy of music with our children!
  • FIELD DAY IS NEXT WEEK FRIDAY, MAY 26th!  WE NEED AS MANY VOLUNTEERS AS POSSIBLE!!  CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
  • INVITE A FRIEND TO A WALK AROUND WEDNESDAY! Click here to register
  • Yearbooks are still available for $28.  All students are included in the yearbook. It is a wonderful keepsake! 
  •      8TH GRADE FUNDRAISER - ICE CREAM AND SNACKS SALE

     

     

The 8th grade continues to sell snacks and ice cream at lunch to raise funds for 

        their end-of-year activities.

 

        Cash only, please.

 

        WHEN: Wednesdays and Fridays in April and May

         COST:$1 for assorted chips, Cheezits, Rice Krispies Treats, Welch’s fruit gummies. $2 for                      ice cream bars and cones

  •   We are in need of more Primo refill water jugs. Please contact the office for more information.

 Pray With Mother  

 

 

Saint John School EAGLE EYE 

Message From the Principal         May 10th, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  •  The $200 family tuition deposit is due now. (The $200 deposit is per family, not per student, and will be deducted from the total tuition owed for the 2023/24 School Year.) Thank you for your attention.
  • FACTS information can be found here
  • Thank you for your support of this year's Gala.  We are grateful to the comittee for their tireless efforts!
  • INVITE A FRIEND TO A WALK AROUND WEDNESDAY! Click here to register
  • Save the dates: band concert- Tuesday, May 16 at 1:30 PM, spring concert- Wednesday, May 17 at 6:30 PM, field day- Friday, May 26.
  • Yearbooks are still available for $28.  All students are included in the yearbook. It is a wonderful keepsake!
  •      8TH GRADE FUNDRAISER - ICE CREAM AND SNACKS SALE

     

The 8th grade continues to sell snacks and ice cream at lunch to raise funds for 

        their end-of-year activities.

 

        Cash only, please.

 

        WHEN: Wednesdays and Fridays in April and May

         COST:$1 for assorted chips, Cheezits, Rice Krispies Treats, Welch’s fruit gummies

                   $2 for ice cream bars and cones

 

  •   We are in need of more Primo refill water jugs. Please contact the office for more information.

 

 

 Pray With Mother   

 

 

 

Saint John School EAGLE EYE 

 

Message From the Principal         May 3rd, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  • A link was sent last week to join our school's SMS (text) messaging.  A text was sent today to anyone who has not signed up yet.  If you still would like to opt-in, please follow the instructions sent to your phone. Thank you.
  • 2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink). Re-Registrations forms for the 2023/24 school year are due now. Please send your re-registration form and $100 fee per student in to the office a.s.a.p.
  • Parish Affiliation forms went home last month with students who are currently receiving a parish subsidy.  Additional forms can also be found on the website under the Quick Link for "Register for the 2023/24 School Year."  These forms were due to the office by April 3.  If you have not yet sent in yours, or given to your Pastor, please do so as soon as possible in order to receive the parish subsidy towards next year’s tuition.  Also, the $200 family tuition deposit is due this month.  Please send in payment by the end of April. (The $200 deposit is per family, not per student, and will be deducted from the total tuition owed for the 2023/24 School Year.) Thank you for your attention.
  • Scholarship opportunity for Students Registered for the 2023-2024 School Year (seelink)
  • Thank you for your support of this year's Gala.  We are grateful to the comittee for their tireless efforts!
  • INVITE A FRIEND TO A WALK AROUND WEDNESDAY! Click here to register
  • We are still waiting for Chief Spera from the Old Saybrook Police Department to inform us of which day, next week he is available to come to our HSA meeting to talk about school safety. An email will be forthcoming once we receive this information. Thank you for your patience.
  • Save the dates: band concert- Tuesday, May 16 at 1:30 PM, spring concert- Wednesday, May 17 at 6:30 PM, field day- Friday, May 26.
  • Yearbooks are still available for $28.  All students are included in the yearbook. It is a wonderful keepsake!
  • Early dismissal at 1pm and Holy Mass at 9:15 AM this Friday, May 5th. Mass readings will be presented by grade 2.  All are invited.
  •      8TH GRADE FUNDRAISER - ICE CREAM AND SNACKS SALE

     

The 8th grade continues to sell snacks and ice cream at lunch to raise funds for 

        their end-of-year activities.

 

        Cash only, please.

 

        WHEN: Wednesdays and Fridays in April and May

         COST:$1 for assorted chips, Cheezits, Rice Krispies Treats, Welch’s fruit gummies

                   $2 for ice cream bars and cones

 

  •   We are in need of more Primo refill water jugs. Please contact the office for more information.

 

 Pray With Mother   

 

 

 

 

 

Saint John School EAGLE EYE 

Message From the Principal          April 26, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  • SMS (Text) Messaging is here! Our goal is to use this for emergency notifications. Click here for early opt-in instructions
  • 2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink). Re-Registrations forms for the 2023/24 school year are due now. Please send your re-registration form and $100 fee per student in to the office a.s.a.p.
  • Parish Affiliation forms went home last month with students who are currently receiving a parish subsidy.  Additional forms can also be found on the website under the Quick Link for "Register for the 2023/24 School Year."  These forms were due to the office by April 3.  If you have not yet sent in yours, or given to your Pastor, please do so as soon as possible in order to receive the parish subsidy towards next year’s tuition.  Also, the $200 family tuition deposit is due this month.  Please send in payment by the end of April. (The $200 deposit is per family, not per student, and will be deducted from the total tuition owed for the 2023/24 School Year.) Thank you for your attention.
  • Scholarship opportunity for Students Registered for the 2023-2024 School Year (seelink)
  • Bring a friend to Open House!   (register here).

  • Walk Around Wednesdays are back! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink) . 
  • Yearbooks are still available for $28.  All students are included in the yearbook. It is a wonderful keepsake!
  • Progress reports will be sent home Friday, April 28th.
  • Early dismissal next week, May 5th.  First Friday Mass at 9:15 AM. Reading will be presented by grade 2.  All are invited.
  •      8TH GRADE FUNDRAISER - ICE CREAM AND SNACKS SALE

    (Starting Wednesday, April 19)

The 8th grade will be selling snacks and ice cream at lunch to raise funds for 

        their end-of-year activities.

 

        Cash only, please.

 

        WHEN: Wednesdays and Fridays in April and May

         COST:$1 for assorted chips, Cheezits, Rice Krispies Treats, Welch’s fruit gummies

                   $2 for ice cream bars and cones

 

  •   We are in need of more Primo refill water jugs. Please contact the office for more information.

 Pray With Mother   


 

Home School Association 

 

Supportive Links:

 

HSA General Information <HSA>

HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>

 

HSA E-mail:   StJohnHSA1@gmail.com

 


 

 

 

 

Saint John School EAGLE EYE 

Message From the Principal          April 19, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  • 2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink). Re-Registrations forms for the 2023/24 school year are due now. Please send your re-registration form and $100 fee per student in to the office a.s.a.p.
  • Parish Affiliation forms went home last month with students who are currently receiving a parish subsidy.  Additional forms can also be found on the website under the Quick Link for "Register for the 2023/24 School Year."  These forms were due to the office by April 3.  If you have not yet sent in yours, or given to your Pastor, please do so as soon as possible in order to receive the parish subsidy towards next year’s tuition.  Also, the $200 family tuition deposit is due this month.  Please send in payment by the end of April. (The $200 deposit is per family, not per student, and will be deducted from the total tuition owed for the 2023/24 School Year.) Thank you for your attention.
  • Scholarship opportunity for Students Registered for the 2023-2024 School Year (seelink)
  • Walk Around Wednesdays are back! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink) . Open House will take place on May 3 from 5:30-7:30 PM (register here).
  • SOARING WITH THE EAGLES GALA - TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE.  CALL THE OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

  • Situation:  Here is a Great way to show your love for Fr. Greg Brozonowicz!

    Background: Our annual gala has been an event that the school has had for many years. This year we are honoring Father Greg! It’s a wonderful night with silent auction, sit down dinner and coming together as a community. All proceeds go towards our children in the school.
  • Next Steps: We want to fill the room for Father Greg! Tickets still remain for this wonderful evening!  Tickets are available in the main office!! OR send money in an envelope with your child indicating your name and how many tickets you would like

Soaring with the Eagles GALA to Honor FR. Greg

 

Date: Saturday, April 29th at 6pm

 

Location: Westbrook Elks

 

Price $65.00 a ticket **(Counts towards assessment) 

Sneak Peek at the Items you can bid on for you or your child!

 

Classroom ice cream party

Mets tickets

Principal for the day

YMCA membership

Spa day

Fire pit

Discovery center tickets

Mystic seaport tickets

Autographed sports memorabilia

 

THANK YOU, The Gala Committee

  • We are still accepting donations for the 2023 Soaring with the Eagles Gala! Examples of this would be: gift cards, sports outing tickets, donations of items or services (photography, art classes, spa treatments, attorney services etc). Donations can be brought into the office (attention: Sarah Kelly 2023 gala). 
    • St. John Drama Club presents: Disney Beauty And The Beast Jr. This Friday, April 21 and Saturday April 22. Please call the school office to purchase tickets! (seelink) 

    • Yearbooks are still available for $28.  All students are included in the yearbook. It is a wonderful keepsake!
    • Next in-person HSA meeting- May 11 at 6 pm, in the gym 


      Guest speaker from police department regarding safety overview.

    •      8TH GRADE FUNDRAISER - ICE CREAM AND SNACKS SALE

      (Starting Wednesday, April 19)

The 8th grade will be selling snacks and ice cream at lunch to raise funds for 

        their end-of-year activities.

 

        Cash only, please.

 

        WHEN: Wednesdays and Fridays in April and May

         COST:$1 for assorted chips, Cheezits, Rice Krispies Treats, Welch’s fruit gummies

                   $2 for ice cream bars and cones

 

  •   We are in need of more Primo refill water jugs. Please contact the office for more information.

 Pray With Mother   


 

Home School Association 

 

Supportive Links:

 

HSA General Information <HSA>

HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>

 

HSA E-mail:   StJohnHSA1@gmail.com

 


 

 

 

 

Saint John School EAGLE EYE 

 

 

 

 

Message From the Principal          April 5, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  • Parish Affiliation forms went home last month with students who are currently receiving a parish subsidy.  Additional forms can also be found on the website under the Quick Link for "Register for the 2023/24 School Year."  These forms were due to the office by April 3.  If you have not yet sent in yours, or given to your Pastor, please do so as soon as possible in order to receive the parish subsidy towards next year’s tuition.  Also, the $200 family tuition deposit is due this month.  Please send in payment by the end of April. (The $200 deposit is per family, not per student, and will be deducted from the total tuition owed for the 2023/24 School Year.) Thank you for your attention.
  • Scholarship opportunity for Students Registered for the 2023-2024 School Year (seelink)
  • Walk Around Wednesdays are back! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink) . Open House will take place on May 3 from 5:30-7:30 PM (register here).
  • SOARING WITH THE EAGLES GALA - TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE.  CALL THE OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

  •  We are still accepting donations for the 2023 Soaring with the Eagles Gala! Examples of this would be: gift cards, sports outing tickets, donations of items or services (photography, art classes, spa treatments, attorney services etc). Donations can be brought into the office (attention: Sarah Kelly 2023 gala). 
    • St. John Drama Club presents: Disney Beauty And The Beast Jr. (seelink)
    • Next in-person HSA meeting- May 11 at 6 pm, in the gym 


      Guest speaker from police department regarding safety overview.

    • Spring Break- April 7-14  The school office will close at 3:15 tomorrow afternoon and will re-open 8AM on Monday, April 17.
    •      8TH GRADE FUNDRAISER - ICE CREAM AND SNACKS SALE

      (STARTING Wednesday, April 19)

The 8th grade will be selling snacks and ice cream at lunch to raise funds for 

        their end-of-year activities.

 

        Cash only, please.

 

        WHEN: Wednesdays and Fridays in April and May

         COST:$1 for assorted chips, Cheezits, Rice Krispies Treats, Welch’s fruit gummies

                   $2 for ice cream bars and cones

 

  •   We are in need of more Primo refill water jugs. Please contact the office for more information.

 Pray With Mother   


 

Home School Association 

 

Supportive Links:

 

HSA General Information <HSA>

HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>

HSA E-mail:   StJohnHSA1@gmail.com

 

 


 

Saint John School EAGLE EYE 

Message From the Principal            March 29, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  •     2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink). Re-Registrations forms for the 2023/24 school year are due now. Please send your re-registration form and $100 fee per student in to the office a.s.a.p.
  •  Parish Affiliation forms went home last Tuesday with students who are currently receiving a parish subsidy.  Additional forms can also be found on the website under the Quick Link for "Register for the 2023/24 School Year."  These forms are due to the office by April 3.
  •     Scholarship Opportunity for Students Registered for the 2023-2024 School Year (seelink)
  •  Walk Around Wednesdays are back starting Wednesday March 29th with tours starting from 9:30-11am and 1:00-2:30pm. If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink)
  •       We are excited to announce that Mr. Peter Capezzone, a Special Education Teacher, will be working with us starting Monday, April 3rd.  He will support teachers and families with students who have Individual Education Plans (IEP).   Mr. Capezzone will be available Mondays through Thursdays from 9:30 am – 12 noon.  Please join us in welcoming Mr. Capezzone. 
  •   After the latest school incident in Tennessee, some parents have asked about St. John School’s Lock Down policy.  We do have a CODE RED policy describing the lockdown process. The Old Saybrook Police Department has and continues to be directly involved in the planning and implementation of the safety emergency codes for St. John School. These processes are posted in each classroom and 3 drills are conducted during the year.  Today, we have also posted a notice at the school entry requiring any person requesting access to the school to provide their name and the name of their child.  Lastly, we will schedule a Home School Meeting in April to share the Lockdown process with parents and provide an opportunity to discuss other actions we might consider to enhance our safe environment.  We will continue to pray for the families in Tennessee.

  •  We are now accepting donations for the 2023 soaring with the Eagles gala! Examples of this would be: gift cards, sports outing tickets, donations of items or services (photography, art classes, spa treatments, attorney services etc). Donations can be brought into the office (attention: Sarah Kelly 2023 gala). 
  •    The classes have been busy coming up with some great themes for class  baskets so thank you to the teachers and liaisons for all that work!!
  • SAVE THE DATE! St. John School Drama Club will present Disney’s Beauty & the Beast Jr. on April 21-22.  More information will be available next week!
  •   We are in need of more Primo refill water jugs. Please contact the office for more information.

 Pray With Mother   


 

Home School Association 

 

Supportive Links:

 

HSA General Information <HSA>

HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>

HSA E-mail:   StJohnHSA1@gmail.com

 


 

 

Saint John School EAGLE EYE 

Message From the Principal            March 22, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  • 2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink).  Re-Registrations forms  for the 2023/24 school year are due now. Please send your re-registration form and $100 fee per student in to the office a.s.a.p.
  • Parish Affiliation forms went home last Tuesday with students who are currently receiving a parish subsidy.  Additional forms can also be found on the website under the Quick Link for "Register for the 2023/24 School Year."  These forms are due to the office by April 3.
  • Scholarship Opportunity for Students Registered for the 2023-2024 School Year (seelink)
  • Our School will host another open house on  Wednesday, May 3rd from 5:30-7:30pm
  • Walk Around Wednesdays are back starting Wednesday March 29th with tours starting from 9:30-11am and 1:00-2:30pm. If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register by calling the office. 
  • Saint John students and teachers pray the Stations of the Cross in Lent at Saint John Church.  Join us each Friday, at 9:00AM for this beautiful Lenten Catholic tradition!

  • Did you know that St. John students visit Jesus in the Holy Eucharist each week? Join us on Thursday mornings at St. John Church for Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Adoration begins right after the 7:15 Mass until 9AM.

  • There will be no school on Monday, March 27th due to a Diocesan teacher professional development day.

  • We are now accepting donations for the 2023 soaring with the Eagles gala! Examples of this would be: gift cards, sports outing tickets, donations of items or services (photography, art classes, spa treatments, attorney services etc). Donations can be brought into the office attention sarah Kelly 2023 gala.
  • The classes have been busy coming up with some great themes for class  baskets so thank you to the teachers and liaisons for all that work!!
  • We are in need of more Primo refill water jugs. Please contact the office for more information.

 Pray With Mother   

 


 

Home School Association 

 

Supportive Links:

 

HSA General Information <HSA>

HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>

HSA E-mail:   StJohnHSA1@gmail.com

 

 

 


 


 

 

Message From the Principal            March 15th, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  • 2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink).  Re-Registrations forms  for the 2023/24 school year are due now. Please send your re-registration form and $100 fee per student in to the office a.s.a.p.
  • Parish Affiliation forms went home last Tuesday with students who are currently receiving a parish subsidy.  Additional forms can also be found on the website under the Quick Link for "Register for the 2023/24 School Year."  These forms are due to the office by April 3.
  • Scholarship Opportunity for Students Registered for the 2023-2024 School Year (seelink)
  • OPEN HOUSE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22! Bring a friend for a tour. If you refer one new student from Kindergarten to 8th Grade to St. John School and they enroll for the year, you will receive a $250 tuition reduction AND the new student will receive a $250 tuition reduction. The tuition reductions are per student (not per family) and there is no limit to the number of students referred! See the link for more information (seelink)  Referral forms can be found here (seelink)
  • Open House Flyers are available to download here (seelink)Feel free to share with your friends, neighbors and businesses.

  • Saint John students and teachers pray the Stations of the Cross in Lent at Saint John Church.  Join us each Friday, at 9:00AM for this beautiful Lenten Catholic tradition.

  • St Patrick's Day dress down day to benefit Luigis' restaurant! Friday March 17th to $5 per student. 

  • There will be no school on Monday, March 27th.

 

  • We are in need of more Primo refill water jugs. Please contact the office for more information.
  • The Essex Winter Series will perform for our students tomorrow at 1:45pm. We are grateful for the opportunity of our students being exposed to classical music through live performances by young professional musicians!

 Pray With Mother   

 


 

Home School Association 

 

Supportive Links:

 

HSA General Information <HSA>

HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>

HSA E-mail:   StJohnHSA1@gmail.com

 

 

 


 


 

 

 

Message From the Principal            March 8th, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  • 2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink).  Re-Registrations forms  for the 2023/24 school year are due now. Please send your re-registration form and $100 fee per student in to the office a.s.a.p.
  • Parish Affiliation forms went home Tuesday with students who are currently receiving a Parish Subsidy.  Additional forms can also be found on the website under the Quick Link for "Register for the 2023/24 School Year."  These forms are due to the office by April 3.
  • Scholarship Opportunity for Students Registered for the 2023-2024 School Year (seelink)
  • The New Student Referral Program for the upcoming year is now available (seelink)
  • Report cards issued this Friday, March 10.
  • Our Art teacher has resigned. We are actively looking for a new teacher. Art classes continue with staff members.

  • St Patrick's Day dress down day to benefit Luigis' restaurant! Friday March 17th to $5 per student. 

  • There will be no school on Monday, March 27th.
  • Save the Date: Soaring with the Eagles Gala (April  29th, 2023) 

The soaring with the eagles Gala is one of our largest fundraisers of the year. Previous years we have brought in $22,000 dollars for our school which goes toward classroom upgrades, tuition assistance, and more.

      This adult-only event is held at the Westbrook Elks and includes silent and live auctions, games, dinner, a cash bar, and more! Mark your calendars now- tickets will be on sale soon!

     We need your help!! It's sponsorship season! Please help us secure sponsorships for the gala by spreading the word to your frequented businesses, local businesses or if you own your own business! Thanks to the Hessert family, Arnold family, Pasta Vita, and Lulaj family for their generous sponsorships.  Who will secure our next big sponsorship?  We need your help! Please use the sponsorship form (seelink) and spread the word. Securing sponsorships will count toward volunteer hours.  Use the attached form (see attached) and contact sponsorship coordinator Carissa Hessert wchessert@gmail.com or Lynn Calderoni gala co-chair at lynie1837@gmail.com    Contact stjohnhsa1@gmail.com- Sarah Kelly, Gala co-chair, with any other questions.

  • Drama Club is in need of artists to help with painting their sets for Beauty & the Beast. They are also in need of extra help with set construction.   Helping us will count towards your volunteer hours! If you are interested please contact Sister Gabriela  drama@saintjohnschoolos.org.   
  • Congratulations to our basketball team! (seelink)
  • Middle school students are now certified in CPR. (seelink)

 Pray With Mother   

 


 

Home School Association 

 

Supportive Links:

 

HSA General Information <HSA>

HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>

HSA E-mail:   StJohnHSA1@gmail.com

 

 


 

Message From the Principal            March 1st , 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink).  Early Re-Registrations Forms and fees ($75 per student) are due to the office by this Friday, February 24.  After this date, the fee for re-registration for the 2023-24 school year will be $100 per student.  Please call the office if you have any questions. 

  • Scholarship Opportunity for Students Registered for the 2023-2024 School Year (seelink)
  • The New Student Referral Program for the upcoming year is now available (seelink)
  • FACTS application process (seelink)
  • CODING AND CHESS STARTING MARCH 6 & 8  (seelink)
  • Two of our Diocesan seminarians, will be visiting Saint John School! The children have been praying for them and they want to thank our students and teachers for their spiritual support. They will join us on Tuesday, March 7th for morning prayer and then will visit individual classes to answer questions and share their vocation stories.
  • First Friday Mass 9:15 AM.  Readings will be presented by Grade 3. All are invited. Stations of the Cross to follow.
  • Save the Date: Soaring with the Eagles Gala (April  29th, 2023) 

The soaring with the eagles Gala is one of our largest fundraisers of the year. Previous years we have brought in $22,000 dollars for our school which goes toward classroom upgrades, tuition assistance, and more.

      This adult-only event is held at the Westbrook Elks and includes silent and live auctions, games, dinner, a cash bar, and more! Mark your calendars now- tickets will be on sale soon!

     We need your help!! It's sponsorship season! Please help us secure sponsorships for the gala by spreading the word to your frequented businesses, local businesses or if you own your own business! Thanks to the Hessert family, Arnold family, Pasta Vita, and Lulaj family for their generous sponsorships.  Who will secure our next big sponsorship?  We need your help! Please use the sponsorship form (seelink) and spread the word. Securing sponsorships will count toward volunteer hours.  Use the attached form (see attached) and contact sponsorship coordinator Carissa Hessert wchessert@gmail.com or Lynn Calderoni gala co-chair at lynie1837@gmail.com    Contact stjohnhsa1@gmail.com- Sarah Kelly, Gala co-chair, with any other questions.

  • Grades Close Friday, March 3rd.  Report cards issued, Friday March 10th.
  • Drama Club is in need of artists to help with painting their sets for Beauty & the Beast. They are also in need of extra help with set construction.   Helping us will count towards your volunteer hours. If you are interested please contact Sister Gabriela  drama@saintjohnschoolos.org.   

 Pray With Mother   

 


 

Home School Association 

 

Supportive Links:

 

HSA General Information <HSA>

HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>

HSA E-mail:   StJohnHSA1@gmail.com

 

 

 


 

 

Message From the Principal            February 22, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  • 2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink).  Early Re-Registrations Forms and fees ($75 per student) are due to the office by this Friday, February 24.  After this date, the fee for re-registration for the 2023-24 school year will be $100 per student.  Please call the office if you have any questions. 
  • The New Student Referral Program for the upcoming year is now available (seelink)
  • Scholarship Opportunity for Students Registered for the 2023-2024 School Year (seelink)
  • FACTS application process (seelink)
  • New After School Activities February 27-April 3rd (seelink)
  • Save the Date: Soaring with the Eagles Gala (April  29th, 2023) 

The soaring with the eagles Gala is one of our largest fundraisers of the year. Previous years we have brought in $22,000 dollars for our school which goes toward classroom upgrades, tuition assistance, and more.

      This adult-only event is held at the Westbrook Elks and includes silent and live auctions, games, dinner, a cash bar, and more! Mark your calendars now- tickets will be on sale soon!

     We need your help!! It's sponsorship season! Please help us secure sponsorships for the gala by spreading the word to your frequented businesses, local businesses or if you own your own business! Thanks to the Hessert family, Arnold family, Pasta Vita, and Lulaj family for their generous sponsorships.  Who will secure our next big sponsorship?  We need your help! Please use the sponsorship form (seelink) and spread the word. Securing sponsorships will count toward volunteer hours.  Use the attached form (see attached) and contact sponsorship coordinator Carissa Hessert wchessert@gmail.com or Lynn Calderoni gala co-chair at lynie1837@gmail.com    Contact stjohnhsa1@gmail.com- Sarah Kelly, Gala co-chair, with any other questions.

  • Message From Nurse Kerry (seelink)              

 Pray With Mother   


 

 

Message From the Principal            February 15, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  •   Mother Elaine, faculty, staff and students welcome  Mr Pearson back to Saint John school.  We all missed you! (seelink)
  •   Vice Principal Roles (seelink)
  • Save the Date: Soaring with the Eagles- Gala will be on April 29th, 2023 honoring Father Greg Brozonowicz!    

The soaring with the eagles Gala is one of our largest fundraisers of the year. Previous years we have brought in $22,000 dollars for our school which goes toward classroom upgrades, tuition assistance, and more.

      This adult-only event is held at the Westbrook Elks and includes silent and live auctions, games, dinner, a cash bar, and more! Mark your calendars now- tickets will be on sale soon!

     We need your help!! It's sponsorship season! Please help us secure sponsorships for the gala by spreading the word to your frequented businesses, local businesses or if you own your own business! Thanks to the Hessert family, Arnold family, Pasta Vita, and Lulaj family for their generous sponsorships.  Who will secure our next big sponsorship?  We need your help! Please use the sponsorship form (seelink) and spread the word. Securing sponsorships will count toward volunteer hours.  Use the attached form (see attached) and contact sponsorship coordinator Carissa Hessert wchessert@gmail.com or Lynn Calderoni gala co-chair at lynie1837@gmail.com 

Contact stjohnhsa1@gmail.com- Sarah Kelly, Gala co-chair, with any other questions.

  • 2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink)                                                                                               
  • The New Student Referral Program for the upcoming year is now available (seelink)
  • FACTS application process (seelink)

                                            Pray With Mother   


 

Home School Association 

 

Supportive Links:

 

HSA General Information <HSA>

HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>

HSA E-mail:   StJohnHSA1@gmail.com

 

 


 

Message From the Principal            February 8, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

 

  • 2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink)
  • FACTS application process (seelink)                                                                                               
  • The New Student Referral Program for the upcoming year is now available (seelink)
  • Middle school parent meeting- Thursday, February 9th, 6pm

 

Home School Association News

 

Supportive Links:

 

HSA General Information <HSA>

HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>

HSA E-mail:   StJohnHSA1@gmail.com

 

 


 

 

Message From the Principal            February 1st, 2023

(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)

  • 2023/2024 Re-registration and Tuition Schedule are now available online (seelink)
  • FACTS application process (seelink)                                                                                                  
  • The New Student Referral Program for the upcoming year is now available (seelink)
  • Morning Care Position Available- Hours are from 7:00-8:45AM. If you are interested please contact the school office.

Summary of HSA Meeting

1. Board Introduction
    a. Board assembled 4 months ago
    b. Objective of Board is to help promote and sustain the school
2. First meeting was discussion on strategic plan.The focus of strategic plan is to increase enrollment and deliver education within a Catholic Christian environment.
3. Strategic plan has 4 components of focus which are:
    a. School operations,
    b. Leadership and administration,
    c. Marketing d. Stakeholder Management
4. A Middle School Taskforce was created to address concerns within Middle School. Several accomplishments have been made with Taskforce:
    a. Changes made in Administration Suite - added resources to support workload
    b. Updated/created new policies and Procedures in faculty goal setting and           
    performance evaluations
    c. Considering establishment of math and reading enrichment classes
    d. Homework club
    e. MAPP tests being finalized with expected reporting by mid-February
5.Financial Updates
    a. Financially stable
    b. No tuition increase
6. Fundraising Updates
    a. Raffle made $147,000 for the school thank you!
    b. Gala – SAVE THE DATE April 29th 6pm- co-chairs Lynn Calderoni/Sarah Kelly
    i. We need your help soliciting SPONSORSHIPS!! EAGLE EYE Contact Carissa 
    Hessert for more information on sponsorships/donations
    b. 8th grade with “Small world Gift Shop” was a hit, coming next year same time
    c. Very successful open house- thank you to all the volunteers!
    d. Thank you for feedback on communication-
     i. Eagle Eye newsletter is now the main repository of the weekly information so that
    communication comes to you regularly and is located on website
    f. Stay tuned through EAGLE EYE regarding next in person HSA meeting beginning
    of April
7.Wellness Speaker Presentation
   a. Thank you to Stephanie Belanger, APRN who gave a wonderful wellness overview
   for parents and guardians!
8. Upon completion of Meeting, several parents remained to talk with Mother and Board members.
   a. Several families were not aware of Taskforce changes and were not receiving the
   weekly issue of Eagle Eye Newsletter.
   b. A follow-up meeting with Middle School parents, board members and     
   administration. Meeting date is February 9th at 6 PM in school library 


 

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