THE 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR IS HERE!!

Yes, just two weeks from today, Monday, August 23, excited Saint John’s children will be called to classes and to a BRAND NEW BEGINNING OF THE BEST SCHOOL YEAR EVER. The first day will be an early release with dismissal at 11:50a.m. The staff and I can’t wait to “welcome each one of you,
students and parents”. While the teachers and staff officially return on Monday, August 16, the enthusiasm for the new year saw most of them already knocking on the doors just as soon as the calendar flipped to August.

A great deal of preparation has taken place, as some well thought out and careful planning has resulted in some changes that were much needed to“raise the bar” academically as well as to create a most “positive” school environment. With teachers and parents working closely together and with a commitment to made unity with Saint John’s Parish a priority, Father Frank and I know this will be an exciting and terrific year for everyone, most importantly, our students.

One change that actually was requested by the middle school staff (5th-8th) was the need to lengthen the school day for their students. Yes, they unanimously agreed that more time was needed for teaching and learning. By adding a half hour to the day, 15 minutes at the beginning of the day (7:45 a.m.) and 15 minutes to the end of the day, (3:15p.m.), we could truly “raise the bar” and provide for a “robust
academic program”.

The staff roster indicates many changes. I can’t wait for you students and parents to “welcome back” our long time, dedicated teachers, and for you to become acquainted with our outstanding new additions to Saint Johns. I feel so honored to be a part of this NEW SCHOOL YEAR.

Shalom,


Lois Schmitt, Principal
Saint John the Evangelist Catholic School