St. John's Parish Day School Newsletter for January 1, 2018
HAPPY NEW YEAR!

We hope that you all have had a fun, relaxing, and memorable holiday season with your loved ones. We wish you the happiest of new years, and can't wait to welcome you back tomorrow. Please find below the events are already up and coming!
Caring Thoughts

If you are looking for a way to support our beloved Chaplain Jenni and Andrew in this difficult time, please see this letter from Rev. Ann Ritonia, which includes details on donating to Andrew's Education Fund. Cards, letters, and other well wishes should be sent to the school: 9130 Frederick Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042; where they will be gathered and delivered to their home. Additionally, Sharon Runge from the parish community and Ros Pettit from the school community will be coordinating meals.
Winter Weather Information

Our students love to spend time outside during recess, so please remember to send a coat or jacket in with your child each day. Please see the winter weather information flyer for more information. Remember, St. John's will determine weather-related delays and cancellations independent of the Howard County Public School System's decisions.
A Message from Rev. Barnabas Lee

The Korean-language Sunday service at St. John's Episcopal Church begins at a new time in January and has a new campus location for Lent.
Events
Grade-Level Coffees
January 3rd–12th

Our Grade Level Coffees are a great opportunity for a sneak peek into the future. You will meet with teachers for the next grade level to learn about the innovative projects and experiences for next school year. All Coffees for current Lower School, 4's and TK students will be located in Clark House. Current 3's families will have their Coffee in the Media Center.

Current 3's — Wednesday, January 3, 9:00AM
Current 4's & TK —Friday, January 5, 9:00AM
Current Kindergarten —Monday, January 8, 8:30AM
Current First Grade —Tuesday, January 9, 8:30AM
Current Second Grade —Wednesday, January 10, 8:30AM
Current Third Grade —Thursday, January 11, 8:30AM
Current Fourth Grade —Friday, January 12, 8:30AM
2018 Gala Interest Meeting
Thursday, January 4th
7–8 PM in Clark House

Join us to learn about the plans for this year's Gala and how you can help. Whether you have a lot of time to give or are only interested in a one-time task that can be completed from home, we would love to have you join us. Wine and snacks will be provided. RSVP appreciated but not necessary.

Please contact Lisa Hermodsson, Director of Development with comments or questions.
Parents' Association Dine-Out
Wednesday, January 10th

Going to a Dine-Out is a fun and easy way to volunteer with the PA and spend time with family and friends. We will be heading to Nora's Kabob in Ellicott City on Wednesday, January 10th . Please bring the flyer below to dinner. Flyer coming soon!
Winter Enrichment Programs
Friday, January 19th

Get excited to ring in the new year by signing up for one of our many enrichment programs! Enrichment sessions will begin on January 19th . The school is offering sessions for both Early Childhood and Lower School students. A wide variety of programs include soccer, cooking with Ms. Crumback, sewing with Mrs. Khandjian, Science with Mrs. Grosso, AbraKadoodle, and more! Look for registration sign-up sheets on the week of January 2nd ! 

January 2

Classes Resume

January 3–12

Grade Level Coffees

January 4

Gala Meeting

January 10

PA Dine-Out

January 12

EC No Class

EC Conferences

Conference Care Available

January 15

School Closed

Martin Luther King Day

Online Financial Aid Applications Due

January 16

EC Re-enrollment Forms Due

January 17

SJPDS Open House

January 22 or 23

Kindergarten Readiness Assessments

January 30

SJPDS Open House

February 1

LS Re-enrollment Contracts Due
Special Offers for St. John's Families
The PA has restarted the Scrips Program. You order gift cards, (physical or e-cards), pay for them, then use them. The donation percentage from each card is then sent to the school’s business office for our account. Friends and family can participate too. If a loved one wants to participate, that person will need to provide information to confirm their association with a student.
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