Notes From the Office: May 13th, 2019

SS. Francis and John Church had a busy weekend with First Communions at three different Masses. I would like to congratulate all the students that received their First Communion.  We hear from scripture that it takes the innocence of a child to get to heaven. It was awesome to see the faith and excitement with these children. It made me think how much the sacraments and God are the anchor for St. John School!

Also, I would like to thank all the wonderful families for their generosity during Teacher Appreciation Week. St. John School has a very talented staff. They love teaching at our school because of the great students and supportive parents. I would like to use a word to describe our parents which I use when the students do something awesome – it is a cross between tremendous and fantastic. St. John School parents are TRETASTIC!!!!.  Thank you so much!

Hello dear SJS Family ~

This year has been an amazing year with your children as my music students. I have experienced so many blessings and have learned so much - I don’t think my life would be the same without “Baby Shark” or “Gummy Bear” ;D As the school year comes to a close, I must share with you the stirrings in my soul to look toward the horizon for the next adventure God is calling me to embark on. Where he is leading me, I am unsure, but with a torn and trustful heart, I have decided not to return to SJS in the Fall.

I would not change my decision to come to SSFJ for anything, and I thank you with an overflowing heart for embracing me into your community and helping this place feel like my home away from home. I know that the Lord will allow me to carry your children in a very special place in my heart. I will be praying for each of them as they pursue the life Christ has created for them, especially through the truth, beauty and goodness of His love brought to this world through music!

Much Love and Musically Yours,

Ms. Hannah Staub, Music Teacher, SJS

Dear St. John family,

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for entrusting me with the privilege of teaching your children this past year. I am very proud of their artistic accomplishments which was evident at this past weeks Art Show.

I also wanted to let you know that after much prayer and consideration, I will not be returning next year so that I can focus on my career as an artist. It wasn’t an easy decision, but I find that many exciting career opportunities await me and I hope that you can understand my decision.

I have nothing but respect for St John’s community, students and faculty. My experience has been genuinely a positive one. I thank you wholeheartedly for all your support this past year.
 

All my best,

Robert Bridges