Notes From the Office: August 9th, 2022

St. John School Newsletter

August 9th, 2022

Greetings St. John Families!

We are all looking forward to the opening day of school this Thursday, August 11, 2022.  It is going to be an awesome year!

Hopefully you saw this message about tonight’s (August 9, 2022) final orientation opportunity:

“With the resounding success of the opening night orientation, we are postponing the New Family Meet and Greet for a couple of weeks.  However, this Tuesday night, we will still have another round of orientation for those of you that missed us on Sunday.  Please come to the cafeteria for the final orientation session from 6:30-7:30 this Tuesday, 8/9/22.  And be on the lookout for the rescheduled New Family Meet and Greet in the very near future when the Saints in Action host a nice opportunity to meet, mingle, and ask questions!”

Finally, below is a pictured narrative of the North and South Entrances that will hopefully clear up any confusion.  My wife let me know that during Sunday’s Orientation sessions, I was talking about the North Entrance with the gate while I was standing in the Chapel pointing to the south!!

Peace,

Mr. Mayer

This is the NORTH Entrance used for dropoff/pickup.

Congrats! You have made it to the White Gate at the top of the hill.

This is the approach from the north to NORTH Entrance.

This is the approach from the south to NORTH Entrance.

This is the SOUTH Entrance that you will use as EXIT.

Cafeteria Assistant Position Open

We are still in need of a cafeteria assistant if you know of anyone who is looking for a part time job during school hours.

Please contact Char Banta to inquire or apply:

Char Banta, Food Service Director, Diocese of Lexington at [email protected] or 859-253-1993 ext. 1019

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 9: New Family Orientation 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Aug 11: 1st day of school

Aug 25: School Picture day

Sep 5: No School

PLEASE, LIKE, FOLLOW, & SHARE THE ST. JOHN SCHOOL FACEBOOK PAGE!