Friday, August 16, 2024

In This Issue

Abi's Announcements

Summer Picnic

Peaches

P.A.W.S. School Values

Parent Teacher Organization

Movie on the Lawn

Denver Preschool Program

SJKidz

Big Breakfast & High Tea

Important Dates

Lunch and Snack Menu

What a great first week! We are excited to continue to get to know you and your children throughout the year!

You may have seen lots of tears from your kiddos this week, but don't let that discourage you! Transitions are very difficult, especially for young children. It will take a couple weeks before they really get into the routine of things, and before they may stop crying. Consistency is HUGE, though, so please continue to bring your children to school. If you drop-off and pick-up at the same time each day, that is extremely helpful for your children. Additionally, it's easier if you, "rip off the bandaid," for lack of better terms, and don't hang out too long after you check your child into his or her classroom. Something we remind all the children is that you will always come back, so it may even be helpful if you start using that language at home. Maybe have conversation with them while you are in the car or walking to school, and say you will be dropping them off at school, but you will be back at the end of the day.

Key Cards

Here at St. John’s we put a high emphasis on security. We utilize a key card locking system for many of the doors in the building. ELC families and staff are the only ones who have key card access to the doors. For the ELC families, you only have key card access during specific times of the day and only for specific doors. The drop-off window is from 7:30-8:45am, and the pick-up window is from 3:15-5:30pm (M-F only, no weekend key card access). During the drop-off and pick-up windows, your key cards will grant you entry into the main school entrance hallway, the main ELC doors, and the main K-8 school hallway doors (leading out to the Preschool/Pre-K west playground). PLEASE bring your key card with you when coming into the building. We want to discourage parents from letting people into the building if they do not have a key card. Also, there won't always be someone around at the end of the day to let you in, if you don't have your key card and ring the doorbell, so it is important that you, or whoever is picking up your child has a key card. If you lose your key card you will be charged a $50 replacement fee. I recommend putting it on a lanyard or keep it in your wallet or purse. Whatever works best for you to remember to bring it. Thank you for helping us protect your children and our teachers the best we can!

Remember to lock your car!

(Even if you are only coming in for a couple minutes)

"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

Isaiah 41:10

Peaches For Sale

Our 8th graders are selling Palisade Peaches to raise money for their trip to Washington D.C. Peaches will arrive at the School Office the week of August 21-23rd. Peaches are typically available for sale in the main school entrance hallway at the end of the day, with a QR code displayed so you can pay for the peaches electronically. Word is... this has been the BEST Harvest in a long time!

Full Boxes: $50 Half Boxes: $30

P.A.W.S.

From our ELC through our K-8 School, we are revisiting and revising our school values. Our values are those things which we hold dear and desirable, and which we want to see encouraged and replicated across our whole community. We welcome parent contribution to prepare our four school values, using the acronym P.A.W.S (for Panther Paws).

Share your contributions here...

The strength and spirit of our school community thrive because of our dedicated Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). The PTO is truly the engine that keeps St. John’s running smoothly, and everything we accomplish together is thanks to the incredible support and involvement of parents like you.

We would like to extend an invitation to all parents to join our PTO. Whether you have a little time or a lot, your contributions make a world of difference. We have made it easy to get involved by providing Sign Up Genius links for your convenience.

Your participation in our events, parties, and gatherings is crucial in making this year our most successful one yet. By joining the PTO, you’ll be directly impacting the experiences and memories created for our children. Together, we can build a stronger, more vibrant school community.

Please consider joining us in this important effort. Your involvement, no matter how big or small, will be greatly appreciated and will help us continue to provide the best possible environment for our students.

Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to St. John’s. We look forward to working together to make this year truly special.

Show your support here...

Join us for a family friendly movie on the lawn at our Highlands Campus!

Renewal Church, 3120 Irving St, Denver, CO 80211

Denver Preschool Program (DPP) offers tuition credits to Denver families with a 4-year-old, as well as to a limited number of Denver families with a 3-year-old. The web links below explain more about the program and how to apply!

• Preschool for 3 Year-Olds (qualification is income-based)

• Preschool for 4 Year-Olds (award total is income-based)

DPP credits are based on attendance, and will start for September tuition, after September attendance is submitted at the end of the month. August tuition will be the regular rate. DPP credits are not applied to your account until 2 months after the credit month because of when the funds are received by the Denver Preschool Program, and the timing of tuition invoices.

For example: The DPP credit funds for September will not be received by St. John's until the end of October. By that time the October 15th invoices will have already gone out. So, the credit will then be applied to your November 15th invoice. By the end of the school year, you will have 2 months worth of credits that will either be applied to the next school year school tuition, if re-enrolled. Or if not re-enrolled, the credits will be sent to you via check.

Please email Melanie at melanie.hanson@sjdenver.org if you have any questions about your DPP credits.

Join Us For SJKidz

St. John's Church

Sundays at 8:00 am or 9:45 am

1st-4th: Get Reel

Preschool/Kinder: Super Duper Picture Party

We are excited to invite all of our wonderful dads to a special breakfast morning with their children, hosted in the St. John’s Community Room. This will be a fantastic opportunity to spend quality time together in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

To accommodate your schedules, we are offering two sittings for this event. Please select the time that works best for you and your child. While the focus is on our K-8 students, we warmly welcome any ELC siblings from K-8 families who would like to join—just be sure to register them as well.

We look forward to seeing you there and sharing a delightful morning together on September 13th!

We are delighted to invite all of our wonderful moms to a special high tea afternoon with their children, hosted in the St. John’s Community Room. This will be a lovely occasion to relax and enjoy some quality time together in a warm and elegant setting.

To accommodate your schedules, we are offering two sittings for this event. Please choose the time that works best for you and your child. While the focus is on our K-8 students, we warmly welcome any ELC siblings from K-8 families who would like to join—just be sure to register them as well.

We look forward to sharing a beautiful afternoon with you on September 20th!

Important Dates to Remember

August 18 - St. John's Summer Potluck Picnic

August 23 - Renewal Church Movie on the Lawn, 7:45pm

September 2 - ELC CLOSED - Labor Day

September 13 - Big Breakfast

September 20 - High Tea

Lunch and Snack Menu

August 19 - August 23

Monday Lunch:

Refried Beans

Shredded Cheddar

6" WW Tortilla

Grilled Bell Peppers

Cold Corn Salad

Snack: WW Soft Pretzel Bites and Sliced Ham

Tuesday Lunch:

Curry Chicken with Veggies

Brown Rice

Edamame Coleslaw

Vinaigrette

Snack: WW Graham Crackers and Applesauce

Wednesday Lunch:

Beef Goulash

WW Pasta

Garden Salad

Ranch Dressing

Cinnamon Apples

Snack: WW Zucchini Bread

Thursday Lunch:

Beans

6" WW Tortilla

Hash Browns

Sliced Pears

Snack: Quinoa Salad and String Cheese

Friday Lunch:

Chicken Salad

WW Pita

Sliced Cucumber

Ranch Dressing

Par Steamed Cauliflower

Snack: Animal Crackers and Sliced Peaches