Notes From the Office: August 16th, 2022

St. John School Newsletter

August 16th, 2022

Greetings St. John Families!

Well, we made it through the first two days!  This week is off to a great start with slightly cooler temps today and lots of smiling faces.  The students will be visiting their "specials" classes this week as well, which should keep things interesting for them.  Today starts Spanish for most of them!  Art, technology, and PE will follow this week as well.  A reminder that music will start after Labor Day.  Circle of Grace lessons begin tomorrow during the music slot for grades K-5 up until Labor Day.

Please be on the lookout for updates from Saints in Action (SIA).  Raffle tickets are now in hand here at the school and distribution will start shortly.  Each family is asked to sell 5 tickets.  The proceeds from the raffle directly support the operation of the school.  Also, volunteer lists for helping at school, at lunch, and with other functions and fundraising are and will continue to be put together.  Come get involved!  The first SIA meeting is August 23, 2022 at 6:30 PM.  Please make plans to have at least one member of your family attend.

Drop off and pick up were pretty smooth and will get better as we get a few more days behind us.  I thank you for your patience and your assistance in keeping things running smoothly and safely.

I am so very thankful that you are choosing St. John School to meet your educational needs.  On behalf of the staff here, please pray for our efforts and health as we strive to guide your children each day closer to Christ and help them to become confident students!

Peace,

Mr. Mayer

IMPORTANT LUNCH INFORMATION

Parents/Guardians                                

Please be aware that the federal USDA waivers that provided free lunch and breakfast for all students for the past two years have not been extended for the 2022-2023 school year. Students that do not qualify for free and reduced benefits will be charged for breakfast and lunch when they return to school in August. Additional information on meal pricing will follow.

With school starting soon, as of August 11, 2022, all parents and guardians will be responsible for maintaining their student’s accounts. The cafeteria staff will no longer allow “Ala Carte”, “Snacks”, or “Extra Entrees”(ex: pizza) to be purchased unless funds are available in the student’s lunch account. 

All parents will be encouraged to complete an assistance application that could qualify them for reduced prices or free meals based on income guidelines. This application will be available after July 1st. Below is a list of frequently asked questions. I hope this will provide helpful information.

Who can receive Free or Reduced Meals?

All children in households receiving benefits from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR), or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) are eligible for free meals. Foster children that are under the legal responsibility of a foster care agency r court are eligible for free meals. • Children participating in their school’s Head Start program are eligible for free meals. • Children who meet the definition of homeless, runaway, or migrant are eligible for free meals. • Children may receive free or reduced-price meals if their household’s income is within the limits of the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines. Guidelines can be found at https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2022-02-16/pdf/2022-03261.pdf

How do I apply for Free or Reduced Meals?

Click on this link to apply online- https://www.myschoolapps.com using district zip code 40508 under Catholic Diocese of Lexington Schools

Does the free or reduced-price application only qualify my child for free meals?

No, students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals may also qualify for Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (PEBT), fee waivers, and much more.

Please contact, Child Nutrition Director, Char Banta if you have any questions at [email protected] or Assistant Director, Jenny Mitchell at [email protected] with any concerns you may have in completing the application.

Sincerely

Char Banta

Child Nutrition Director

Catholic Diocese of Lexington

Click here to view the letter in Spanish

2022-2023 School Calendar

Click here to view the calendar for the 2022-2023 school year.  Note that the calendar is subject to change.

You can now oder your PE shirts and sweatshirts directly from our uniform supplier.  They will be delivered right to your door.  No more long waits!

Shop at online at www.shaheens.com

Step 1: Click the picture of students running down a hall-way with the label "School Finder"

*Do not use searchbar or "school uniforms" tab at top of page*
Step 2: Select your school from the alphabetized list.
Step 3: Shop away!  Please contact us with any questions.

[email protected]
502 -899 -1550

Shop with Scrip’s Raise Right App is now offering  SHIP TO HOME! No wait, no hassle, way to raise money for our school. Download the app here! St. John School Enrollment Code: 3DF53A7C22467  

Old school? Not a problem! SELECT GIFT CARDS IN STOCK AT THE SCHOOL OFFICE. (ask to see the scrip binder)

Your gift card purchases help buy much needed items for  SJS  classrooms. Thank you! Questions? Contact Ginny Squires 502-316-4182

Important Dates:

Aug 25: School Picture day

Sep 5: No School

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