Good afternoon! Here are this week's news and announcements from St. Johns Country Day School:
Athlete of the Week
Congratulations to last week's Nichols & Pina Law Firm St. Johns Athlete of the Week Brynn White '25! Brynn led Spartan Volleyball last week in the 3-0 sweep of Christ Church Academy with 9 kills and 7 aces! Congratulations Brynn!
First Friday Spirit Dress Day
Just a reminder that Friday, the first Friday of the month, is a Spirit Dress Day for all. Students can wear St. Johns spirit t-shirt and jeans (with no rips or holes) or regular uniform attire.
Spartan Fest Friday!
Mark your calendars and save the date for Spartan Fest! Coming to campus this Friday, October 4, from 3-5:30 p.m., this school-wide festival will be a celebration for the entire school and their families. Featuring games, inflatables, a student vs. staff basketball game, game truck, food trucks, and so much more! You will not want to miss it! Click here to help out through donations or your time or Spartan Fest items.
Costume Swap
If you didn't get a chance to shop the costume swap on Monday, you have another opportunity during Spartan Fest. Costumes will be available for a small fee on Friday, October 4, from 3-4 p.m. by the Spirit Store. Proceeds will help fund future SJPA activities!
After School Wrestling Club
Register today for Future Champs Wrestling Club! This 6-week after school beginner program is designed for girls and boys in Grades K-5 and will take place every Wednesday from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m., October 23 - November 20. The program will cover basic skills, drills, and maneuvers of wrestling. Cost for participation is $100 per student ($75 for each sibling), with a minimum of 8 participants and a maximum of 20. Reach out to Head Wrestling Coach Hunter Hill with any questions and register today!
Lands End Polos Back in Stock!
Lands End polo shirts are back in stock at St. Johns' Spirit Store! Stop by to check out these and other great gift and apparel items. Open on school days from 7:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Questions? Reach out to Spirit Store Manager Heather Graham at hgraham@sjcds.net.
Yearbook Tribute Ads
Leave a lasting memory in your child's 2024-2025 Chalice yearbook with a tribute ad! Honor your child's accomplishments, their team, or their friend group by purchasing an ad in the 2024-2025 Chalice. Find out more and get pricing right here.
Spring Break 2025: Costa Rica!
Upper School students, join Dr. Román and your fellow student travelers for a Spring Break 2025 Ecology Trip to Costa Rica! You'll work to protect sea turtles, explore a birding paradise, hike through a tropical forest, and much, much more! The cost for this 9-day trip is $3995, including airfare, accommodations, and meals. A deposit of $1350 is due no later than September 30, 2024. Learn more about this amazing opportunity right here. And please reach out to Dr. Román in U7 with any questions.
College Representative Visits
Each year, representatives from colleges and universities from across the country (and around the globe!) come to St. Johns to tell us about their schools, visit with our students, and get to know St. Johns. Upper School students are welcome at these visits and juniors and seniors are encouraged to attend. Students must be registered to attend, and be sure to keep an eye on SCOIR for the schedules, as they do change frequently. Direct any questions to your college counselor.
Florida Tax Credit Scholarships Deadline Soon!
Many St. Johns families are saving money on tuition by putting their tax dollars at work. As of 2023, the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship (FTCS) program is available to all resident students who are eligible to enroll in Kindergarten through Grade 12 in a Florida public school. The next enrollment deadline has not yet been determined, however, awarded students are still eligible to receive 100% of their scholarship award for the 2024-25 school year as long as the student is "enrolled" by October 15, 2024. Cut your tuition bill and click here to get started today!
Contact Us!
St. Johns staff stand ready to assist with anything you might need. Please feel free to reach out at any time to
| Head of School Valorie Baker | vbaker@sjcds.net |
| Head of Upper School Krista Parker | kparker@sjcds.net |
| Head of Middle School Ben Magidson | bmagidson@sjcds.net |
| Head of Lower School Otis Wirth | owirth@sjcds.net |
We hope you have a great week!
- Campus Update