Dear Parents

Did you know that a portion of last year’s Gala helped us purchase hands-on science materials, experiments, and dissection kits, and update our science closet for all grade levels to utilize? Our science lab houses many materials—microscopes, scales, synthetic frogs, infrared thermometer guns, laser and optic kits, prisms, pumping heart models, eye models, human skeleton models— to not just meet but exceed the Diocesan Science Standards.

Dear Parents,

Did you know that our STEM Lab is one-of-a-kind? Our school is one of the only schools around with: 

• Nine 3D printers 
• A green screen
• Advanced audiovisual equipment
• Brand new Sphero programmable robots with a charging suitcase to allow use at our STEM lab or mobilized and brought to other classrooms.
• Thousands of Legos!
• Bins and shelves holding all sorts of craft materials (glue guns, tape, paper, cardboard, toilet tissue/paper towel rolls, etc.) 
• A Makerspace — a large open area allowing students to build and create

Dear Parents,

Did you know that our STEM Lab is one-of-a-kind? Our school is one of the only schools around with: 

• Nine 3D printers 
• A green screen
• Advanced audiovisual equipment
• Brand new Sphero programmable robots with a charging suitcase to allow use at our STEM lab or mobilized and brought to other classrooms.
• Thousands of Legos!
• Bins and shelves holding all sorts of craft materials (glue guns, tape, paper, cardboard, toilet tissue/paper towel rolls, etc.) 
• A Makerspace — a large open area allowing students to build and create

Dear Parents,

I know many of you have been eagerly awaiting more information about the ESA program, especially with the new legislation that passed this summer and signed into law. As shared at Curriculum Night, we were advised to sit tight and wait to see what happens after September 24th as the opposition to this new legislation has until then to gather enough signatures to halt the new legislation and place it on an upcoming ballot. If enough signatures are obtained, there will most likely be legal maneuvering to determine how a referendum will appear on a particular ballot (either this November or in 2024).

Dear Parents,

I’m sure you have noticed Mr. Macdonald holding a sign in the parking lot that says "DO NOT BACK INTO PARKING SPACE." We would kindly appreciate everyone following the parking lot rules to ensure the safety of our community and facilitate traffic flow. Thank you for using patience and care as you navigate through the parking lot each day. Please pull forward into the parking space—do not back in. If you are in a hurry to get to and from school, consider utilizing our efficient valet carpool service.

Dear Parents,

It has been a busy week as students are settling into their daily routines of centers, lessons, group projects, and homework. They should be coming home pretty tired and hungry after all of their hard work. As I make my daily rounds through classrooms (my favorite part of the day!), I see smiling faces, friendships forming, and hear joyful laughter. It is quite apparent these children enjoy being in school.

Dear Parents,

Thank you for attending Curriculum Night! Social-Academic data strongly indicates that children whose parents are involved in their education fare far better academically than those whose parents are unengaged. SJB parents do an excellent job in this regard, which is evidenced by the spectacular news I announced regarding our recent test scores. We not only have highly-trained teachers and state-of-the-art technology but involved, caring, nurturing parents like you who set up your children for success. Kudos to our entire school community.

Dear Parents,

We had a fabulous first week of school! Thanks to our awesome PTO, our students entered campus with balloons, school mascot Rosco, and a beautiful backdrop for picture-taking! Fr. James and I were delighted to greet each student and their parents as they entered our grand SJB gates. 

We hope you will all join us tomorrow (Saturday) at 6:30pm for our Back to School BBQ hosted by our PTO, Dads’ Club, St. Benedict Parish, and the Fr. Bob Binta Knights of Columbus. Food, music, games, and a dunk tank will be provided for all to enjoy. This event will be held outside in the courtyard and in the MPR. 

Dear Parents,

It has been a week filled with faith, unity, and excitement as we prepare for the 2022-2023 school year. Our faculty and staff attended a full-day retreat at Mt. Claret on Wednesday, reviewed school guidelines, safety protocols, and required trainings on Thursday, and attended sessions on best practices for classrooms with their Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) today — all while setting up their classrooms and getting ready for Monday’s big event. Teachers can’t wait to meet each of their new students at Meet the Teacher this Monday, August 8, 4–6PM.

Dear Parents,

It was lovely to meet with so many new parents this Wednesday and showcase our wonderful community to facilitate the first days of school. I especially want to thank Mrs. Amy Molina and Mrs. Kelly McLean for their efforts in helping each family navigate the admissions process. 

Dear Parents,

I hope you are enjoying your last couple weeks of summer vacation with your children! I have noticed that many stores have their school supplies out, so please make sure to review your child’s grade level school supply list so they have everything they need in time for the first day of school. 

I hope to see you all at “Meet the Teacher” night on Monday, August 8 from 4:00—6:00pm. This is a great opportunity for your child to meet their teachers and for you to drop off their school supplies before that hectic first day of school. 

Dear Parents,

I hope you are all having a wonderful summer spending time with family and friends. On behalf of the faculty and staff of Saint John Bosco Catholic School, I’d like to welcome you to the 2022-23 school year! 

We are all very eager to see your children on Wednesday, August 10 to begin another fabulous year of learning and growing! We have many fun events planned, so be sure to read the Bulldog Bite in its entirety each Friday — beginning today! — so you don’t miss anything.