Good afternoon, here are this week's news and announcements from St. Johns Country Day School:
Last Week's College Acceptances
On Friday, St. Johns was thrilled to announce college acceptances for the following members of the Class of 2019:
| Sergio Arellano | Florida State University University of Florida |
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| Caroline Dinkins | University of South Florida, St. Petersburg | |
| Kate Fackler | Eckerd College | |
| Nick Ferris | University of Florida | |
| Nicky Glassman | University of Florida | |
| Cian Jacob | University of Florida | |
| Adam Maytin | SUNY Stony Brook | |
| Tvisha Patel | University of Florida | |
| Nick Rogers | University of Florida | |
| Wyatt Smith | University of North Florida | |
| Sabreanna Unger | University of Florida | |
| Nick Wang | Rutgers University | |
| Matt Wolf | University of Florida |
We've added these senior photos to our online college acceptance photo album. You can view and download those here. Congratulations, Seniors!
"Coffee Talk" Returns!
Coffee Talk returns this month with a new series of "coffee and conversation." Please join us starting tomorrow, Wednesday, February 13. Stop by for a cup of coffee and an opportunity to meet and chat with members of the St. Johns administration before you're on your way to the rest of your day. We look forward to seeing you in the library conference room, Wednesday mornings after flag raising!
| February 20 |
Administrative Team plus |
| February 27 |
Administrative Team plus |
| March 6 | Administrative Team: Acting Head of School and Head of Upper School Mary Virginia Fisher Head of Middle School Jackie Lentini Head of Lower School Otis Wirth Head of Administrative Affairs Tanya Powers |
Fostering Thoughtful Wellbeing: Service
Please join us on Wednesday, February 27th for the next installment of St. Johns speaker series, presented in collaboration with St. Vincent's Healthcare/Ascension. This month's talk will tie into our Character Foundation trait and will be on the topic of "Service, Lend a Hand to Help Someone," presented by Virginia Hall, St. Vincent's Vice President of Foundation and Community Engagement. Join us on the 27th, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Pace Lecture Hall for this thoughtful presentation!
Spirit Store One Day Only Winter Sale Thursday!
Be sure to stop by the PTL Spirit Store on Thursday, February 21, 2019 for Half Off Resale Uniforms, 25% off all fall & winter sports t-shirts (Spring Sports not included), and 25% off winter hats & scarves.
Special Store Hours:
7:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. and
2:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
If you are unable to make it and you know what you want to purchase, please email SpiritStore@sjcds.net. We accept email and phone orders. Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to stock up on all your favorite Spartan gear!
Upcoming Open Houses
Do you have friends or neighbors who might be interested in learning more about a St. Johns education? Our next Open House will take place on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to noon.
Learn more at sjcds.net/open. If you'd like St. Johns to send a personal invitation to someone you know, please let us know.
Class Photos Tomorrow
Class Photos are tomorrow-- Wednesday, February 20-- at the Chapel Oak (rain location in the Library) for all students from Pre-K3 through Grade 11. Students should have received order forms in homeroom and additional order forms are available in Division Offices. All students must be in dress code for the photos. St. Johns outerwear only.
Prep School College Fair Tomorrow!
Don't miss the 2019 Jacksonville Preparatory Schools College Fair, tomorrow-- Wednesday, February 20, 2019-- from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the University of North Florida University Center. Representatives will be on hand from more than 100 of the nation's top colleges and universities to answer your questions and talk with your student. All Upper School families are invited to attend this free event, and sophomores and juniors are encouraged to attend. Questions? Reach out to Mrs. Burson in the College Counseling Office.
Mr. St. Johns
Don't miss the annual Mr. St. Johns pageant this Saturday, February 23, at 7:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. Admission is $5 and proceeds go to the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. You won't want to miss this spirited St. Johns tradition!
Outward Bound Scholarship Opportunity
All scholarship applications for the Hurricane Island Outward Bound School (HIOBS) are due next Tuesday, February 26, 2019 to Mrs. Korahais. Don't let your Grade 10 or 11 student miss this opportunity spend time in Maine this summer hiking, camping, canoeing and more. You can learn more about HIOBS in this short video.
Miss St. Johns
Miss St. Johns is Saturday, March 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the PAC. All proceeds will benefit Best Buddies of Jacksonville. There will be raffle tickets for sale at the door, and audience members are invited to bring cash to put into the crowd favorite boxes as a vote for their favorite contestant. (Photo by Sheila Hodges '20.)
Merit Scholarships Available
Merit Scholarship applications are being accepted now through February 28, 2019 for the 2019-2020 school year. Rising Grade 7 and 9 students who meet the eligibility requirements are invited to apply.
Spain & Italy Trip Meeting
There will be a meeting for all students going on the Spring Break Spain & Italy Trip and their parents on Monday, March 4, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. in the Pace Lecture Hall. We have lots of great and important info to share, so please don't miss it!
Get Your Tickets Now for the 2019 PTL Gala & Auction!
Get your tickets now and browse exciting auction items for A Starry Night: St. Johns Sapphire Jubilee, coming Saturday, March 9, 2019 at Sullivan Hall, Fleming Island. This fun-filled evening will feature cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, dancing, and a live auction in support of St. Johns vibrant visual and performing arts programs. You won't want to miss it! Purchase your tickets and browse auction items today!
Prom Date Change
Due to potential conflict with several scheduled events, the 2019 Junior-Senior Prom has been moved to Saturday, March 30, 2019. Prom will still take place at River City Brewing Company, so-- same place, new date! Mark your calendars and students should stay tuned for ticket and other information.
Commemorative Books
Would you like to commemorate the people and events in your lives while also supporting the library? Honor a student’s birthday, celebrate their senior legacy, recognize a special person, or honor the memory of a loved one by making a donation of $25 or more to the Heinrich Learning Resource Center. Your donation will purchase a book of your selection, and a bookplate will be placed inside the book commemorating the occasion. We look forward to your participation! Visit the Heinrich Learning Resource Center on the Topics page of your division's My School App page for more information and the order form.
Key Contacts
As always, our faculty and administration stand ready to assist with anything you might need. Please do feel free to reach out at any time to Acting Head of School and Head of Upper School Mary Virginia Fisher, Head of Middle School Jackie Lentini, Head of Lower School Otis Wirth, or Head of Administrative Affairs Tanya Powers.
Division Updates
As part of our efforts to keep you better informed and facilitate access to the information you need most, following are links to the latest Division news. These are the same letters that go home weekly to Lower School and monthly to Middle and Upper School parents.
We hope you have a great week!