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Head of School Message
As an accredited member of AIMS (Association of Independent Maryland & D.C. Schools) St. John’s Parish Day School holds itself to the highest standard of academic rigor and programming for schools. As an active member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) we value the broader National Standards and greatly appreciate the depth of programming this educational level affords our students. Additionally, as an Episcopal Day School, we are further governed by the Episcopal Diocese and Mid-Atlantic Association of Episcopal Schools. We value respect for all, kindness, integrity, and instilling a sense of purpose in our students as members of a community and our World. Our intentionally small class size and highly trained and strong teaching faculty, offer the individual attention students need at these most important formative years! Preschool through Grade 5 are the years when our students learn how to learn, how to be a member of a group/community, how to share and help others, get organized, stay focused on long-term projects/commitments, be creative/think outside of the box and how to learn from the gift of failure in a safe and nurturing environment (establishing resilience, perseverance and pride in our accomplishments)! Living our mission and instilling a sense of purpose and giving to others has never been more important than now.
SJPDS Mission:
Our mission is to educate a culturally diverse community of children with a stimulating and challenging curriculum in a safe and nurturing environment. We foster spiritual grounding in the Episcopal tradition with respect for the dignity and beliefs of everyone. We give our students a foundation to use their individual gifts, encourage them to rise to their full potential, and give them the tools to grow as strong independent thinkers, people of sound character, and active stewards of the world.
The added benefit of aligning our curriculum to the broader National Education Standards with stellar General Music, Instrumental Music, Art, Spanish, Physical Education, Media and STEM programs foster a culture of growth, appreciation, creativity, and learning in all areas of life. Our Maryland Green School initiatives as well as local and global outreach programs help our students learn the value of helping others without expecting anything in return. “Studies show that, for educating students in the classroom and, just as important, instilling a lifelong interest in learning outside the classroom, families have the greatest confidence in independent schools.” (AIMS Website)
For all, private school is a choice and St. John’s Parish Day School is proud to hold itself to these high standards and continue to be an excellent choice for almost 60 years! We are so very grateful to our families for being a part of our revered community and look forward to serving your family next year. Please note the due date of enrollment for current families is Sunday, January 14th. We will begin opening up available spaces to our waitlist candidates on Monday. Please reach out to Assistant Head & Admissions Director, Mrs. Dani Boarman, if you have any questions, dboarman@stjohnspds.org.
Help us celebrate SJPDS with SPIRIT DAY tomorrow. Wear your GREEN to represent the leaf in our logo, which stands for the development of confident, independent thinkers, people of character, and respectful citizens connected to our local and global communities.
Best wishes for a happy, healthy and safe Martin Luther King, Jr. extended weekend.
Warmly,
Lori Dembo
Head of School
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