From the Principal September 27, 2023
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
- PTO Meeting – Tomorrow, Thursday, October 28 at 6:30 PM. Saint John School parents are invited to attend tomorrow’s PTO meeting. We look forward to meeting as many parents as possible who are willing to show support of our students. For this first meeting, the class with the most parents in attendance receives an ice cream party. Help your child's class enjoy the first of our four ice cream parties. Babysitting is available here at the school during the meeting.
- October Lunch Orders – Thursday, October 28, tomorrow is the last day to order lunches for October.
- Trunk or Treat – Mark your calendars for this fun school event. We are looking for volunteers or individuals to contribute to our Trunk or Treat, please use this link to Sign-Up Genius for the Trunk or Treat.
- Grandparents Day – November 3 - It is not too early to register your child’s grandparents to participate for this special event and Mass. The attached flyer has the necessary details.
- Intramural Basketball – Volunteers needed to assist our Phys-Ed Teacher, Bridget Rosikiewicz, with our Intramural Basketball program for students in grades 4-7. Please contact the office regarding Safe Environment training.
- Formal Uniforms – Effective October 15, we resume our formal uniform requirements for students in Grades 1- 7. See your school Handbook for the details on what constitutes a formal uniform.
- Parent Teacher Conferences – October 17 & 18 Check with your child(ren)’s teacher(s) to schedule a time for your meeting.
- Car Raffle – We are in the home stretch for selling tickets for the “Luxury Raffle” in support of Saint John School. Flyers went home this past week with details on how to record the raffle tickets purchased on behalf of your family’s assessment commitment. Families who purchase or sell 5 or more Luxury Raffle Tickets will receive full credit against their assessment commitment. To receive your credit, complete the SJS Luxury Raffle Volunteer Form located on the SJS Website and email it to the PTO Representative for verification.
- Safe Environments – Just a reminder volunteers working with children need to be Safe Environment approved by the Diocese of Norwich. Please contact to the office to begin the process of training. Once you are approved to volunteer it is effective through the years as you are involved with St. John School. An occasional refresher course needs to be completed every few years.
- SMS (Text) Messaging is here! Our goal is to use this for emergency notifications. Click here for early opt-in instructions
- Walk Around Wednesdays! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink).
Upcoming Events - Save the Date
Thursday, September 28 – PTO Meeting
Wednesday, October 17 – Parent/Teacher Conference
Thursday, October 18 – Parent/Teacher Conference
Friday, October 27 - Trunk or Treat
Friday, November 3 - Grandparent's Day
From the Principal September 20, 2023
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
Dear Parents,
I am very pleased with how this school year has begun. I look forward to seeing you at our Back to School night on Thursday, September 21, and our first PTO meeting on September 28. I want you to know that I will always make time in my schedule to meet with you to discuss any concerns that you have. I strongly encourage all parents to make an appointment with me first, rather than listen to someone who may not have the entire story. To demonstrate my point, I encourage you to read the following story:
It is a story of a most unusual penance St. Philip Neri assigned to a woman for her sin of spreading gossip.
The 16th century saint instructed her to take a feather pillow to the top of the church bell-tower, rip it open, and scatter the feathers to the four winds. This probably was not the kind of penance this woman, or any of us, would have been used to. But the penance didn’t end there. Philip Neri gave her a second, and more, difficult task. He told her to come down from the bell-tower and collect all the feathers that had been dispersed throughout the town. The poor woman, of course, couldn’t do it – and that was the point Philip Neri was trying to make in order to underscore the destructive nature of gossip. Our words have power.
It has been said that it takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. Saint John School will be celebrating its 30th year anniversary this year. We are proud of our accomplishments and the students who have walked our halls, and we want to be here for future generations. So I pray that you will be mindful of the power of your words, and I encourage you to please bring any issues or questions you may have to me or your child’s teacher.
Mother Elaine Moorcroft S.C.M.C
- Back to School Night – Thursday, September 21 – 6 PM (Parents only). Parents and staff gather in the gymnasium for prayer followed by parents meeting teachers in their respective classrooms.
- School Photos – Friday, September 22 during the school day – please pre-register for your picture package on-line or send your child in your order envelope and payment the day of pictures. Students in PreK 3, PreK 4 and Kindergarten should wear dress clothes for their pictures. Students in Grades 1 – 7 should wear their formal uniforms.
- Photo/video Release Forms – please return the Photo/Video Release forms (even if you prefer not to have your child’s picture taken) and your Parent/Student handbook forms. Please note your child(ren)’s name(s) in the provided space on the forms.
- October Lunch Orders – lunch orders for October are being accepted through Thursday, September 28.
- Trunk or Treat – Mark your calendars for this fun school event. If you have given thought to volunteering or contributing to our Trunk or Treat, please use the link on the Trunk or Treat flyer to sign-up.
- Grandparents Day – November 3 It is not too early to register your child’s grandparents to participate for this special event and Mass. The Grandparent's Day flyer has the necessary details.
- Before & After Care is in need to volunteers to be on a back-up list to help cover when a staff member isn’t able to be there. Before Care is 7-8:45 am / After Care is 3-5:30 pm. Should you like to assist, please contact the main office.
- Redeemable bottles and cans – Sister Gabriel is collecting redeemable bottles and cans to help with art programs.
- Safe Environments – Just a reminder volunteers working with children need to be Safe Environment approved by the Diocese of Norwich. Please contact to the office to begin the process of training. Once you are approved to volunteer it is effective through the years as you are involved with St. John School. An occasional refresher course needs to be completed every few years.
- SMS (Text) Messaging is here! Our goal is to use this for emergency notifications. Click here for early opt-in instructions
- Walk Around Wednesdays! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink).
Upcoming Events - Save the Date
Thursday, September 21 – Back to School Night (parents only)
Friday, September 22 - School Picture Day
Friday, October 27 - Trunk or Treat
Friday, November 3 - Grandparent's Day
From the Principal September 14, 2023
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
- Back to School Night – Thursday, September 21 – 6 PM (Parents only). Parents and staff gather in the gymnasium for prayer followed by parents meeting teachers in their respective classrooms.
- School Photos – Friday, September 22 during the school day – please pre-register for your picture package on-line or send your child in your order envelope and payment the day of pictures. Students in PreK 3, PreK 4 and Kindergarten should wear dress clothes for their pictures. Students in Grades 1 – 7 should wear their formal uniforms.
- 2023 Luxury Raffle – The remaining number of tickets available for the Luxury Raffle are limited. Families who purchase or sell 5 or more Luxury Raffle Tickets will receive full credit against their assessment commitment. To receive credit for the tickets sold in your student’s name, please use the link in “Fundraiser / Luxury Raffle” to complete the information on who purchased the tickets and email the list to the address noted.
- After Care – has been moved to the PreK 3 classroom. There may be an occasion when the room used needs to be changed for the day. Use the classroom door for PreK 3 as the pick-up location of your child(ren).
- Thank you – to the parents who volunteered for our uniform swap. The effort put into organizing donated uniform pieces into sizes and assisting the day of is greatly appreciated.
- Reminder – to return your photo/video release forms and your Parent/Student handbook forms. Please note your child(ren)’s name(s) in the provided space on the forms.
- October Lunch Orders – lunch orders for October are being accepted through Thursday, September 28.
- Safe Environments – Just a reminder volunteers working with children need to be Safe Environment approved by the Diocese of Norwich. Please contact to the office to begin the process of training. Once you are approved to volunteer it is effective through the years as you are involved with St. John School. An occasional refresher course needs to be completed every few years.
- SMS (Text) Messaging is here! Our goal is to use this for emergency notifications. Click here for early opt-in instructions
- Walk Around Wednesdays! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink).
Upcoming Events - Save the Date
Thursday, September 21 – Back to School Night (parents only)
Friday, September 22 - School Picture Day
Friday, October 27 - Trunk or Treat
Friday, November 3 - Grandparent's Day
From the Principal September 6, 2023
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
- Uniform Swap – Friday, September 8, 3-4 PM and Saturday, September 9, 9-11 AM in the Sheraton Center (building between the school and church rectory). Bring in gently used uniforms your child has outgrown and swap for a larger size. Don’t have uniforms to swap? Come anyway and pick up uniforms for your child. Volunteers still needed. To volunteer please sign up using this link.
- Back to School Night – Thursday, September 14 – 6 PM (Parents only)
- The After-School Enrichment Program is looking for at least 2 parent volunteers who are Safe Environment Trained or willing to become trained that love board, table top and card games! If you are interested please contact Mrs. Sykes at enrichmentprogram@saintjohnschoolos.org
- School Photos – Friday, September 22 during the school day
- Our Hot Lunch Program was successful this past Tuesday. We are looking forward to pizza this Friday. Each order is labeled with the student’s name and grade to avoid any confusion. The October order form will be available next week. Order forms need to be submitted for the entire month no later than Thursday, September 28. Payment is due with your order form. TJ’s Restaurant & Pizzeria is given our monthly count to ensure ordering enough product. Please note the sandwiches and pizza are egg-free.
- Safe Environments – Just a reminder volunteers working with children need to be Safe Environment approved by the Diocese of Norwich. Please contact to the office to begin the process of training. Once you are approved to volunteer it is effective through the years as you are involved with St. John School. An occasional refresher course needs to be completed every few years.
- SMS (Text) Messaging is here! Our goal is to use this for emergency notifications. Click here for early opt-in instructions
- Walk Around Wednesdays! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink).
Upcoming Events - Save the Date
Friday, September 8 – Uniform Swap
Saturday, September 9 – Uniform Swap
Thursday, September 14 – Back to School Night (parents only)
Friday, September 22 - School Picture Day
Friday, October 27 - Trunk or Treat
Friday, November 3 - Grandparent's Day
From the Principal September 3, 2023
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
- Free Uniform Swap – Friday, September 8, 3-4 PM and Saturday, September 9, 9-11 AM in the Sheraton Center (building between the school and church rectory). Bring in gently used uniforms your child has outgrown and swap for a larger size. Don’t have uniforms to swap? Come anyway and pick up uniforms for your child.
- Back to School Night – Thursday, September 14 – 6 PM
- School Photos – Friday, September 22 during the school day
- Safe Environments – Just a reminder volunteers working with children need to be Safe Environment approved by the Diocese of Norwich. Please contact to the office to begin the process of training. Once you are approved to volunteer this continues through the years as you are involved with St. John School.
- SMS (Text) Messaging is here! Our goal is to use this for emergency notifications.
- Click here for early opt-in instructions
- Walk Around Wednesdays! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink).
- Saint John School Office is back to normal business hours on scheduled school days, Monday-Friday, 8 AM – 3:15 PM (full days) / 8 AM – 1:15 PM (early release days)
Upcoming Events - Save the Date
Wednesday, September 6 – Band Demonstration & Parent Meeting
Friday, September 8 – Uniform Swap
Saturday, September 9 – Uniform Swap
Thursday, September 14 – Back to School Night (parents only)
Friday, September 22 - School Picture Day
Friday, October 27 - Trunk or Treat
Friday, November 3 - Grandparent's Day
From the Principal August 23, 2023
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
· Back to School – Ice Cream Social – Wed., August 23 – 6 PM Families are welcome to chill with new friends and have some fun. Bring nonperishable food items to donate to the food pantry.
· PreK 3 & 4 and Kindergarten – Meet the teachers – Thurs., August 24 – 10-11 AM Students and parents are welcome to meet our staff and introduce your child to their teacher and new classroom.
· PreK 3 – 5th Grade Parent Meeting – Thurs., August 24, 6:00PM Parents and students are welcome to meet our teachers both returning and new, ask questions. Light refreshments are being served.
· NEW PARENT ORIENTATION - Mon., August 28 - 6 PM All new parents are asked to attend this orientation night specifically for your first time parents. Important information is being shared and we welcome your questions.
· Free Uniform Swap – Fri., Sept. 8 & Sat., Sept. 9 bring in gently used uniforms your child has outgrown and swap for a larger size. Don’t have uniforms to swap? Come pick up uniforms for your child.
· School Calendar – The 2023-24 School Calendar is posted on our website. The first day of school is Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
· First Day of School - New students and those entering 7th grade need to have updated physical and immunizations records submitted to the nurse prior to attending the first day of school.
· School Health Requirements and Yearly Health Forms are needed each year for every student. Emergency contact forms need to be returned the first week of school.
· Hot Lunch – Lunch is being provided by TJ’s two days a week at our school. All lunches are served with a bottle of water and a bag of chips.
Tuesday – Sandwiches – Choice of either:
Fresh Turkey Grinder with American Cheese and Lettuce OR Bacon Lettuce and Cheese on a Grinder Roll
4” - $6.00 / 6” - $8.00
Friday – Pizza
2 Pieces - $6.00 / 3 Pieces - $8.00
· Safe Environments – Just a reminder volunteers working with children need to be Safe Environment approved by the Diocese of Norwich. Please contact to the office to begin the process of training. Once you are approved to volunteer this continues through the years as you are involved with St. John School.
· SMS (Text) Messaging is here! Our goal is to use this for emergency notifications.
Click here for early opt-in instructions
· Walk Around Wednesdays are back! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink).
· Saint John School Front Office – Our office has a new look thanks to the donation of a used desk set-up. Let us help you with all your school questions.
Upcoming Events - Save the Date
· Wednesday, August 23 - Back to School Ice Cream Social
· Thursday, August 24 – PreK 3 & 4 and Kindergarten - Meet the Teacher (students & parents)
· Thursday, August 24 – PreK3-5th Grade Parent Meeting
· Monday, August 28 – New Parent Orientation
· Wednesday, August 30 – First Day of School/Morning Prayer & Backpack Blessing
· Friday, September 8 – Uniform Swap
· Saturday, September 9 – Uniform Swap
· Friday, September 22 - School Picture Day
· Friday, October 27 - Trunk or Treat
· Friday, November 3 - Grandparent's Day
Home School Association
Supportive Links:
HSA General Information <HSA>
HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>
HSA E-mail: StJohnHSA1@gmail.com
From the Principal August 9, 2023
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
- Our teaching staff is complete and we are looking forward to beginning the new school year.
- Back to School – Ice Cream Social – Wed., August 23 – 6 PM Families are welcome to chill with new friends and have some fun. Bring nonperishable food items to donate to the food pantry.
- PreK 3, PreK 4 & Kindergarten – Meet the teachers – Thurs., August 24 – 10-11 AM Students and parents are welcome to meet our staff and introduce your child to their teacher and new classroom.
- PreK 3 – 5th Grade Parent Meeting – Thurs., August 24, 6:00PM Parents and students are welcome to meet our teachers both returning and new, ask questions. Light refreshments are being served.
- REMINDER: AUGUST 1, 2023 ALL BOOK & LAB FEES ARE DUE.
- School Health Requirements and Yearly Health Forms is needed each year for every student.
- School Calendar – The 2023-24 School Calendar is posted on our website. The first day of school is Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
- Hot Lunch – Lunch is being provided by TJ’s two days a week at our school. All lunches are served with a bottle of water and a bag of chips.
Tuesday – Sandwiches – Choice of either:
Fresh Turkey Grinder with American Cheese and Lettuce OR Bacon Lettuce and Cheese on a Grinder Roll
4” - $6.00 / 6” - $8.00
Friday – Pizza
2 Pieces - $6.00 / 3 Pieces - $8.00
Details on the ordering and payment for lunch is being worked out at this time.
- Safe Environments – Just a reminder volunteers working with children need to be Safe Environment approved by the Diocese of Norwich. Please contact to the office to begin the process of training. Once you are approved to volunteer this continues through the years as you are involved with St. John School.
- SMS (Text) Messaging is here! Our goal is to use this for emergency notifications.
Click here for early opt-in instructions
- Walk Around Wednesdays are back! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink) .
Upcoming Events - Save the Date
· Wednesday, August 23 - Back to School Ice Cream Social
· Thursday, August 24 – PreK 3, Prek 5 & Kindergarten -Meet the Teacher (students & parents)
· Thursday, August 24 – PreK3-5th Grade Parent Meeting
· Monday, August 28 – New Parent Orientation
· Wednesday, August 30 – First Day of School/Morning Prayer & Backpack Blessing
· Friday, September 8 – Uniform Swap
· Saturday, September 9 – Uniform Swap
· Friday, September 22 - School Picture Day
· Friday, October 27 - Trunk or Treat
· Friday, November 3 - Grandparent's Day
Home School Association
Supportive Links:
HSA General Information <HSA>
HSA Class Liaisons: < Liaisons>
HSA E-mail: StJohnHSA1@gmail.com
John SchoolMessage from the Principal August 2, 2023
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
· REMINDER: AUGUST 1, 2023 ALL BOOK & LAB FEES ALONG WITH THE PRE-K SUPPLY FEES WERE DUE. If you haven’t sent your fees into the office, please do so this week.
· School Health Requirements and Yearly Health Forms – An Annual Health Update Form is needed each year for every student. Please download a form is you need one.
· School Calendar – The 2023-24 School Calendar is posted on our website. The first day of school is Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
· Hot Lunch – Lunch is being provided by TJ’s two days a week at our school. All lunches are served with a bottle of water and a bag of chips.
Tuesday – Sandwiches – Choice of either:
Fresh Turkey Grinder with American Cheese and Lettuce OR Bacon Lettuce and Cheese on a Grinder Roll
4” - $6.00 / 6” - $8.00
Friday – Pizza
2 Pieces - $6.00 / 3 Pieces - $8.00
Details on the ordering and payment for lunch is being worked out at this time.
· Safe Environments – Just a reminder volunteers working with children need to be Safe Environment approved by the Diocese of Norwich. Please contact to the office to begin the process of training. Once you are approved to volunteer this continues through the years as you are involved with St. John School.
· SMS (Text) Messaging is here!
Our goal is to use this for emergency notifications.
Click here for early opt-in instructions
· Walk Around Wednesdays are back! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink) .
Upcoming Events - Save the Date
- Friday, September 22 - School Picture Day
- Friday, October 27 - Trunk or Treat
- Friday, November 3 - Grandparent's Day
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 July 26, 2023
(Past newsletters are posted on the website under “quick links”)
· Meet the Middle School Teachers – Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 6 PM
Our teachers are making presentations to our middle school parents and students. This is a time to meet and ask your questions of our Middle School staff. Light refreshments are being served and babysitting is available for younger siblings.
· School Calendar – The 2023-24 School Calendar is posted on St. John School website. http://saintjohnschoolos.org The first day of school is Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
· Hot Lunch – We are excited to announce lunch is being offered two days a week at the school. Tuesday – Sandwiches and Friday – Pizza
Please look for upcoming details for pricing and to sign-up for lunch.
· Safe Environments – Just a reminder volunteers working with children need to be Safe Environment approved by the Diocese of Norwich. Please contact to the office to begin the process of training. Once you are approved to volunteer this continues through the years as you are involved with St. John School.
· SMS (Text) Messaging is here!
Our goal is to use this for emergency notifications.
Click here for early opt-in instructions
· Walk Around Wednesdays are back! If you know anyone who is interested in visiting our school please have them register here (seelink) .
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
9AM-1PM
June 14- August 24, 2023
Closed: June 27- July 6th, 2023
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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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).
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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!
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.
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Our Art teacher has resigned. We are actively looking for a new teacher. Art classes continue with staff members.
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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)
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.
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)
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)
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
Past Weekly Letters
- February 1, 2023
- January 25, 2023
- January 18, 2023
- January 11, 2023
- December 21, 2022
- December 14, 2022
- December 7, 2022
- November 30, 2022
- November 23, 2022
- November 16, 2022
- November 9, 2022
- November 2, 2022
- October 26,2022
- October 19, 2022
- October 12, 2022
- October 5, 2022 Eagle Eye
- September 28, 2022
- September 21, 2022
- September 14, 2022
- September 7, 2022
- August 31, 2022
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