Dear Parents,

Today we had the joy of honoring our beloved pastor, Father James, for his seven years of faithful service to our school and parish. He has strengthened our community by guiding us with wisdom, supporting our teachers and staff, nurturing the faith of our students, and keeping our mission rooted in Christ. Truly, he has lived St. John Bosco’s words: “It is not enough to love the young; they must know that they are loved.”

To celebrate him, our students sang a special song and presented a very meaningful gift—a large framed photo of all our students arranged in the shape of a cross inside our church. Father James can hang this in his new office at Corpus Christi Catholic Church as a daily reminder of how much he is loved by his St. John Bosco family.

Dear Parents,

Thank you so much for attending Curriculum Night! We are grateful for your partnership as we continue the Mission of St. John Bosco Catholic School—Where Faith is Formed and Leaders are Born.

Your support helps us maintain a safe, nurturing, and values-centered environment where our students can grow spiritually, academically, and emotionally. Together, we guide our children to flourish in a Christ-centered community while protecting the positive culture and climate that makes SJB so special.

Dear SJB Families,

The first day of school is almost here, and we are so excited to welcome your children back to campus! As we prepare for a joyful and smooth start to the new school year, here are a few helpful reminders to make sure everyone is ready for a successful Day 1:

1. All students should wear their regular school uniform on the first day of school—even if they have PE scheduled. Either white or navy polo shirts are acceptable. PE uniforms will not be worn on the first day.

Dear Parents,

I hope you're enjoying the last few days of summer vacation with your children! Our faculty and staff are excited to welcome all students to the Preschool–8 "Meet the Teacher" event this Monday, August 4, from 3:30–5:30 PM. To help minimize wait times and ease the flow of families on campus, we kindly ask that you arrive during your assigned time based on your last name:

3:30–4:30pm – Last names A–L
4:30–5:30pm – Last names M–Z

Dear Parents,

As we prepare for the start of another exciting school year, I’m delighted to share some important updates and heartfelt gratitude!

First and foremost, thank you for your incredible support for our three major SJB fundraisers: The Bosco Gala, Running with Rosco, and Birdies Fore Bosco Golf Tournament & End-of-Year Bash. Your generosity has made a significant impact—funding the installation of new refillable water fountains across campus, remodeling our PE restrooms, placing the order for a much-needed shade structure over the lower court, and more. These funds also continue to support our technology programs, essential classroom materials, and curriculum resources. Your unwavering support directly benefits our students and faculty, and we are truly grateful.

Dear Parents,

I hope you are enjoying the summer with your loved ones.

I am writing to share important news regarding our parish priests. Bishop Dolan has announced new assignments that will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Fr. James, who has been such a deeply loved and supportive presence in our school and parish community, has been assigned as Pastor of Corpus Christi Parish. Fr. Augustine will become Parochial Vicar at St. Steven’s Parish in Sun Lakes. We will also be welcoming Fr. Manasseh Iorchir, VC, as the new Pastor of St. Benedict Parish, and Fr. Emmanuel Peregrine Ogla, VC, as Parochial Vicar at St. Benedict. All of these priests are members of the Via Christi Society, which will now be caring for the pastoral needs of St. Steven, St. Benedict, and Corpus Christi parishes.

Dear Parents,

I hope you are enjoying the early days of summer—filled with rest, joy, and time with loved ones. While our campus may be quieter without your children’s laughter echoing through the classrooms & playground, we are already hard at work preparing for another faith-filled and academically strong school year.

As we plan for the year ahead, I would like to inform you that 4th grade teacher, Mrs. Naneth Perezchica will not be returning to teach at St. John Bosco next school year. Mrs. Perezchica has made the heartfelt decision to step away from the classroom to spend more time with her family. We are incredibly grateful for her years of dedication, faith, and love for our students. Please join me in thanking Mrs. Perezchica for her meaningful service to our school community and praying for God’s blessings upon her next chapter.

Dear Parents,

Today, we celebrated our annual Recognition Mass honoring students who recently received their First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Led by our own Fr. James, these students—mostly third graders, with a few from other grades—participated in the Mass with grace and reverence.

A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Alisha Watson and Mrs. Melissa Acosta for preparing our students for these important sacraments, and to our second-grade moms for hosting a lovely reception afterward.

We also celebrated our Preschool graduation today! Our youngest students lit up the stage as they marked the end of preschool and look ahead to joining the “big kids” in kindergarten next year.

Dear Parents,

Join us today at 2:00pm for the Annual Birdies "FORE" Bosco Golf Tournament, followed by the End-of-Year Bosco Bash ("after-party dinner") at 6:00pm at Whirlwind Golf Club.

This event is more than just a golf tournament — it's a celebration for the entire SJB community! After the exciting golf scramble, everyone is invited to the banquet room for the Bosco Bash, a fun-filled gathering for parents, grandparents, and community members. It’s also your final chance to purchase a parking spot or a Louis Vuitton raffle ticket in support of the school. All proceeds from today’s event will go toward updating our shade structures, restrooms, and more. Let’s come together to celebrate another successful year at St. John Bosco and finish the school year with great swing and spirit!

Dear Parents,

This week we observed Holy Week through several meaningful Lenten activities including class- and teacher-led Stations of the Cross held throughout campus. This morning, our 6th-grade students presented a special performance of The Passion of Christ. Following the presentation, all homeroom classes participated in Lenten Retreats. Easter Break began today at 12:30pm, and school will resume on Tuesday, April 22.

As we prepare for the joy of Easter, I pray your family experiences a beautiful celebration filled with love, peace, and renewed faith. May this sacred season bring abundant blessings to you and your loved ones.

Dear Parents,

We’ve officially reached the halfway point of our third trimester! This evening, parents of students in Kindergarten through 8th grade will receive a progress report via email. This report provides a snapshot of your child’s current academic standing and offers a valuable opportunity for continued growth before final report cards are issued on the last day of school, May 22nd.

I am happy to introduce our new art teacher, Mrs. Kristyn Piper. Kristyn has degrees and endorsements in art and education and years of experience. She is excited to join our St. John Bosco Community this Monday. She will assist with IOWA testing, carpool, and lunch duties as well as begin teaching art lessons in the afternoon. Please join me in warmly welcoming Mrs. Piper to our SJB family!

Dear Parents,

It is with mixed emotions that we share news of several beloved members of our school community who will be embarking on new journeys in the coming year.

After over 30 years of dedicated teaching, Mrs. Sharon Faccenda has made the decision to retire. Mrs. Faccenda is looking forward to traveling and spending more time with her family. While we will miss her in the classroom, we are excited to know that her granddaughter is a student here, and Mrs. Faccenda plans to continue to volunteer, so we’ll still see her around!