Good afternoon! We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Here are this week's news and announcements from St. Johns Country Day School:
Join Us This Giving Tuesday!
Today is Giving Tuesday and the perfect time to make a difference in the lives of our students! By contributing to the St. Johns Fund, you directly support innovative programs, enriching experiences, and the tools our students need to excel. Every gift—big or small—helps us continue to provide an exceptional education and create lasting opportunities. Please join us today in making a gift to the St. Johns Fund at sjcds.net/give and help us make this Giving Tuesday unforgettable. Thank you for your generosity and commitment to our school!
Middle School Movie Night FRIDAY!
Middle School students, please join us for Movie Night this Friday, December 6 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on the Roddey R. Fisher Quad! Pizza and snacks will be provided, but please bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation to the V for Victory Toy Drive. Thank you!
New Cold Weather Gear Now in the Spirit Store! 🛍️
Stay cozy and show your Spartan pride with our new cold-weather items! ❄️ We’ve got something for everyone:
✨ Adult and youth crewneck sweaters
✨ Youth hoodies and fleeces
✨ Zip-up hoodies for all ages
✨ Limited adult Nike hoodies (more sizes coming soon!)
Store hours are 7:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m., but if you can’t make it in, no problem! Call or email for pictures of the latest items, pay over the phone or Venmo, and we’ll deliver your purchase to your student—super convenient for busy families! Come check it out and stay Spartan Strong this winter!
V for Victory Toy Drive Through Thursday
Lower School Student Council is hosting a toy drive to benefit V for Victory. Please bring in an unwrapped toy (valued at $25 or less) for donation. This charity provides resources and services at no cost to local families and individuals who are battling cancer. Please help us put some joy on childrens' faces this holiday season by contributing to the toy drive! Donations can be delivered to your child's homeroom or to the Reception desk no later than this Thursday, December 5. Thank you!
Lessons & Carols Friday
Please join us for this beautiful tradition of seasonal lessons and carols in St. Johns' Performing Arts Center. Sign in at the Reception Desk and join us in the Performing Arts Center at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, December 6. Come for flag raising with your child and stay for this inspiring assembly.
Winter Band Concert
Please join us next week Tuesday, December 10 for a Winter Band Concert! You won't want to miss this festival of sound featuring the Middle & Upper School Bands. Join us!
Join Us for a Family Tree Lighting!
Please join us on Thursday, December 12 for holiday activities, festive music, and the lighting of the St. Johns Christmas Tree! All are welcome to come enjoy crafts, seasonal music, cookies and cocoa! It'll all be on the patio starting at 5:30 p.m. Plan to stay for the Winter Choral Concert at 6:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there!
Winter Choral Concert
Please join us after the Tree Lighting for a Winter Choral Concert! This festive concert will get you in the merry mood and kick off your holiday season with the perfect note. Join us Thursday, December 12, at 6: 30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. We can't wait to see you there!
Join Us for An Evening in Paris!
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience: An Evening in Paris, a festive fundraising event benefiting St. Johns Country Day School! Join us on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the beautiful Club Continental. The night will be filled with fun, food, live music, fantastic company, games to win prizes, and a live and silent auction—all while supporting exciting projects that will enhance our school community. Get your tickets today and we hope to see you there!
Gallery Art Guild Show
While you're on campus for our many great events this holiday season, please plan to come a little early to enjoy the Art Guild of Orange Park exhibit in the Nichols Family Art Gallery. All pieces are for sale with a percentage of proceeds benefiting the St. Johns fund. Just scan the QR code on the signs in the Gallery for sales information.
On Campus Speech & Occupational Therapy
Pediatric Therapy of Riverside Is now offering speech & occupational therapy services at St. Johns. These on-campus services are available to students in all grades. To register your child for a free on-campus assessment, please click here and select "Schedule a Free Consultation." Please reach out to Pediatric Therapy of Riverside's Bridget Beck, MS CCC-SLP, with any questions.
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