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FAQ at St. John School in Jackson, Michigan - Catholic Elementary School FAQ 01 Can I get financial aid? St. John offers many forms of financial aid to families. Please see our Tuition and Financial Aid page for more information. 02 Is there a dress code? Yes. Most of our students and parents like the dress code because they do not have to worry about how their clothes compare to everyone else’s and makes getting ready on a daily basis much easier. Uniforms help students focus on their job of learning by eliminating distractions and competition. Click link to view. 03 Do you have to be Catholic to attend? No. All of the Jackson Catholic Schools welcome any student who wants to be a part of our community. 04 What are the school hours? School hours are 8:15 a.m. - 3:20 p.m. Half Days are 8:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 05 Are there before and/or after child care options? Yes. St. John offers before and after school care called Latch Key. This program is managed by a certified teacher who has been license through the State of Michigan. Click on the document to read more.

MISSION & VISION The mission of Jackson Catholic Schools is to joyfully cultivate God’s goodness, beauty, and truth. Through our Catholic faith, we share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, grow in virtue and intellect, and form our students to lead and serve our communities as saints. Guided by our Catholic tradition, we provide the highest quality education and empower students to excel spiritually, intellectually and emotionally. We inspire them to reach their full potential and be the Light of Christ in this life and for eternity. Through a well-rounded curriculum integrated with the message of Jesus Christ, St. John School strives to develop Christian people who will use their unique talents and gifts to recognize God’s goodness, experience the family that is our parish, and seek justice in the world, affirming the presence of Christ in all people. History St. John Parish has a rich and storied history that dates back to 1836 when 14 Catholic families came together to construct a log church on the grounds that would later become Francis Street. Initially, St. John's functioned as a mission church until 1855, when Fr. B.C. Koopmans assumed the role of its first pastor, although he did not reside within the parish. The educational legacy of St. John's Parish began to take shape on September 15, 1873, with the establishment of its first school. On that momentous day, four dedicated sisters welcomed 200 eager students through its doors. In 1888, the parish expanded its educational offerings to include a high school, marking a significant milestone. The very first graduating class, consisting of three young women, proudly received their diplomas in 1892. As the years passed, St. John School continued to grow and evolve. In 1901, a new school building was inaugurated, with its cornerstone being laid as a symbol of progress. On January 19, 1903, this new school opened its doors to an excited student body. Notably, during the mid-twenties, tuition for the grade school was a mere $1.00 per month, while high school tuition was $25.00 per year. These fees were reflective of a time when the average income was $2,196.00, and gasoline was a mere ¢11 per gallon. In 1929, a significant change took place as uniforms were adopted, particularly for the high school students. This decision was made with the belief that uniforms would enhance punctuality, concentration in class, and social relationships among the students. Each class was further distinguished by different colored collars: freshmen wore pea green, sophomores donned royal blue, juniors sported cerise, and seniors proudly displayed sand-colored collars. In the mid-20th century, St. John Parish embarked on a new chapter with the groundbreaking of a "new" high school on Cooper Street in 1954. This modern facility officially opened its doors to students in 1955, marking a significant leap forward in the parish's commitment to education. In 1959, the high school expanded further with the addition of fifteen classrooms, which would eventually become the present-day St. John Elementary School, solidifying the parish's dedication to providing quality education for the community.

AT A GLANCE St. John School is accreditedby the Michigan Association of Nonpublic Schools. Our curriculum and standards are developed by educators and faith leaders in the Diocese of Lansing. Core Classes - Religion, Math, Science, English, History Special Classes: Music, Art, Technology, STEM, Physical Education, Spanish Additional Services: Full time reading specialist, Title One math and reading support, ISD Support - Speech Therapy, Occupational therapy, Teacher consultant St. John emphasizes the importance of safety. Improvements are made each year ranging f rom boot systems to prevent people outside of a classroom from entering in an emergency situation to bulletproof 3M film on windows and doors. Creating disciples is a core aspect of our behavior and discipline. Students are taught the Catholic virtues and encouraged to recognize the virtues they are excelling in and how they can improve on others when a discipline situation arises. Parent partnerships to help students grow and learn is important. Faith is core to who we are at St. John the Evangelist School.We honor the person God has created and celebrate our faith through weekly mass, monthly adoration, daily prayer, service, retreats, and more. A strong partnership between our school and parish is important.Our families attend mass, students in grades 4 and up serve at mass, there is a partnership between the school and parish preparing for sacraments, and level 1 and level 2 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for preschool through 1st grade. Before and after care are available in our latchkey program. Beginning as early as 7am, students may participate in games, puzzles, service projects, and prayer before school. Following school, students have a snack, play games, complete homework, and more until 6pm. Extracurricular activities range from sports through the Jackson Catholic School System to scouting opportunities and more. As the oldest school in Jackson, generations of families have passed through our doors making the family center to our mission. Families are involved in many activities from our Parent Teacher Organization to Senior Saints, a group of grandparents and supportive parishioners looking to help the school

Sat, Oct 12 | St. John School Draw Down Time & Location Oct 12, 2024, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM St. John School, 405 E North St, Jackson, MI 49202, USA Share this event