Notes From the Office: March 8th 2021

Greetings,

What a gorgeous weekend! I hope you took some to enjoy the outdoors. As we move through March, the students and teachers are working very hard. The school spelling bee will be held for grades 3-5 and 6-8 this week.Winners will move on to the diocesean spelling bee. Due to Covid, the diocesean spelling bee will be virtual this year - it will be interesting to see how it works.

The plans for moving St. John School to Cardome are moving very fast. We are on track to move the school out to Cardome by August of 2021. The classrooms and cafeteria should be ready to go. This is a very exciting time to be a part of St. John School. If you have not seen the video about the transition to Cardome please check out the link below.

Service is an important part of our school. We will be having a dress down day on Wednesday to raise funds for the flood victims in Eastern Kentucky. This is a great way for our students to help our neighbors who are struggling in Eastern Kentucky. We are asking the children to bring a minimum one dollar donation to participate in the dress down day. Please take some time to talk with your children about the importance of giving and helping those in need. Any donations are appreciated.

God bless and take care,

Dan Mardell

Principal

Fundraiser for Eastern Kentucky Flood Victims

Eastern Kentucky experienced historic rainfall and devastating floods.  This extreme weather event occurred immediately on the heels of the snow and ice storm that had already left many without power.  The images of flooding and property loss are heartbreaking.   Many homes suffered severe damage and some homes are a complete loss. Federal aid assists in costs related to relocation of families but there are critical needs still present for many families.  The Diocese of Lexington is taking up a collection to support the emergency needs of families in the area and will administer the funds via Catholic Charities.  Families are in need of financial assistance as well as basic hygiene and household items.  Catholic Charities will work with these groups to lend aid to families and individuals as they rebuild their lives.  Please give to this week's second collection to support the emergency needs of our brothers and sisters in Eastern Kentucky.  

Thank you for your help and continued prayers for all who are affected in Eastern Kentucky.

SJS will have an out of uniform day on Wednesday, March 10th for a minimum $1 donation to support the flood victims.  Students may also bring in basic hygiene items and cleaning supplies to donate.

School Store Fundraiser Update

A huge Thank You to everyone who participated in the school store fundraier.  Our school will be receiving a check for $156 just for your participation.  The best news is that people who supported this fundraiser have donated over $4,400 in gift cards to the classroom teachers.  That is amazing!!!

Thank you from Beta Club

Thank you to everyone who purchased candy grams for Valentines Day.  Beta Club was able to donate $355 to the Not Alone Pregnancy Center with the profits they made.

Spring Break Travel

St. John School knows that many families are currently planning their spring breaks. We encourage all of our families to use caution when deciding where to travel and in deciding if they need to quarantine upon their return.

Registration for the 2021-2022 School Year

We still have openings for the 2021-22 school year.  Please spread the word about our school to all your friends and family.  

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: BDBBLD8822467  

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

January -  May 2021 Lunch Menu

Click here to view the January through May lunch menu.

  
Trump Administration Extends Free Meals for Kids for Entire School Year!!!

“The family, is so to speak, the domestic church.” (Lumen Gentium #11)

We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Good Shepherd to bring CHRIST IN MY HOME Ministry to SSFJ!  Each week, a short video (no more than 10 minutes!) will be sent via email and posted on our SSFJ website. The videos will help you prepare for the following week's Gospel along with practical ideas for building your "domestic church".   It is our hope that you will set aside a time  to view the video as a family and invite Christ in to your everyday living!

Videos and discussion questions will be emailed out on Sunday afternoons and posted on the SSFJ Facebook Page & the SSFJ Website.

School Year Calendar

Click here to view the full school year calendar.  This calendar is subject to change due to COVID.

After School

You can contact the after school program by emailing [email protected] or by calling 502-642-0692.  Please only call if you will be late picking up your child from after school.

Important Dates:

March 10: Dress Down day fundraiser!

March 12: End of 3rd Quarter

March 23: Open House 5 PM- 7 PM

April 2nd: Early Dismissal 11:15; No after school

April 5-9: Spring Break - No School