Dear Parents,
Today we concluded a busy week of ITBS testing. Thank you all for your support and generous donations of healthy snacks to nourish the students as they worked hard on each section of the Iowa tests.
I can’t believe we are halfway through our 3rd trimester! Kindergarten through 8th-grade parents will be emailed their child’s progress report this evening. As always, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s teacher with any questions or concerns.
I also want to thank everyone for participating in our annual parent accreditation survey. Fr. James and I read each response and truly appreciate your candid feedback. Your comments and suggestions will be considered as we plan for the next school year and years to come.
During the season of Lent, our students and staff are reflecting on the passion of Christ. Our 8th graders will reenact the Living Stations of the Cross as Kindergarten through 6th grade reverently sing verses between stations. This interactive, all-school Lenten experience will be one of our most moving events of the year.
Joyful blessings,
Jamie Bescak, Principal
Do everything in love.
SCHOOL NEWS
Re-Enrollment Free Dress Day
If you re-enrolled your child for the 2022-23 school year, they are invited to take part in a Free Dress day this Thursday, April 7th. Please follow the Free Dress Day guidelines in the Student/Parent Handbook.
Nurse's Notes
- I am happy to report that we have not had any students test positive for COVID in 5 weeks!
- I would appreciate any donations of children's ibuprofen, either liquid suspension or chewables.
- It's getting warmer, so please encourage your child to drink water. I am seeing a rise in headaches, especially after lunch recess.
Year-End Scrip Report
A statement has been sent home with the youngest child in each family that shows your year-end Scrip accounting. This statement (on bright pink paper) will tell you whether you have met your $150 annual obligation or if you still have a balance due to SJB to meet your $150 obligation.
If you have met your obligation, the credit will be applied to your account the week of April 7th. If you have not met your obligation, your FACTS account will be invoiced with a collection date of May 2, 2023. You will receive the invoice approximately 10 days prior to your account being charged.
Questions? Please contact Katie at sjbscrip@sjbosco.org
Call for SAB Applications
The School Advisory Board (SAB) is comprised of parents and faculty members whose purpose is to advance the common good for all students, promote academic excellence, counsel and advocate for school-wide initiatives, and represent the voice of the community. Advisory Board efforts and actions are aligned in accordance with the Mission and Philosophy of St. John Bosco School and the traditions of the Catholic Faith.
Interested in serving? If so, please see more details about the SAB here and find the application here. Applications should be submitted via email to Principal Jamie Bescak and current Board President Brian Wiscombe or dropped off at the school office. Applications should be submitted by Friday, April 8th.
Thank you for considering volunteering your time, knowledge, and professional experience to support the administration, faculty, and students of St. John Bosco.
Fun Run TOMORROW!
Join us for the 1st Annual SJB Family Fun Run tomorrow, Saturday, April 2nd. This is a 5K run/walk from SJB through Pecos Park and back. We will have a food truck, live music, bounce house, and games for everyone after the run. Check-in begins at 7:45 AM, the run starts at 9:00 AM, and post-run festivities until 12:00 PM. Adults are $35 and kids are $10; maximum cost per family is $80. All participants will receive a Family Fun Run Shirt, a completion medal of the 1st Annual FFR, and other items. Click Here to Register
ALL SJB FAMILIES WHO REGISTER FOR THE FUN RUN/WALK AND PICNIC WILL BE ENTERED INTO A RAFFLE TO RECEIVE $1000 OFF TUITION FOR NEXT YEAR, COMPLIMENTS OF THE BOSCO DADS’ CLUB!
Join the PTO Team
The Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) is looking for people interested in joining the fun of planning, organizing, and coordinating activities for the school and community. There are a variety of options available; see our website. Please send an email to Mrs. Bescak if you are interested.
Money Available for 2022-2023!
Need $$ for next school year? Apply now for financial assistance. Applications are available HERE and most are due April 15.
Re-Enrollment Invoices
Please note that re-enrollment invoices have been sent; HOWEVER, funds will not be deducted from your FACTS account until April 15, 2022. This is merely a courtesy notice. 😇
Enrollment is Thriving so We’re Hiring!
Thanks to increased student enrollment, SJB is looking for talented individuals to fill several positions:
- Art Teacher
- 4th-grade Teacher
- Preschool Instructional Assistant
- Summer Maintenance Employee
If you are interested or know of any individuals who would like to join our team, click the link below for more details and/or to apply. For more information, contact Principal Jamie Bescak. Position Details and Application
Summer Baseball / Softball Camp
Mr. Caradonna’s summer baseball & softball camps are now open for registration! Click the links for all the details and to complete the waiver:
Order Yearbooks
It's finally time to order your special 20th Anniversary Edition of the St. John Bosco Yearbook! When making your yearbook purchase, you'll have the option to create – at no extra cost – a personal 2-page spread of all your favorite photos. We hope you enjoy every page of this wonderful collection of 2021-2022 moments.
To Purchase & Customize Your Yearbook:
1. Go to www.treering.com/validate
2. Enter School Passcode: 1013434873754555
- Customize Your 2 Free Pages
- Add photos from your computer, Facebook, Instagram, Google Drive & more.
- Answer fun Memory Questions to help remember the year.
The 2 Custom Pages are FREE and printed ONLY in your book. Want more pages? Each additional 2 pages is just $0.99. Deadline: April 16th, 2022
Spring Flick - Save the Date! - April 22nd
Scrip Shop
Bulk Order for Physical Gift Cards
The Scrip office will be placing a bulk order for physical gift cards on Monday, April 4th at 8:30 AM. This is a great opportunity to order any physical cards through the RaiseRight app. Any cards ordered before 8:30 AM on April 4th will arrive at the school by Monday, April 11th for distribution to families.
You are always encouraged to order e-cards anytime through the app; the deadline above applies only to physical card orders. If you still need to enroll in the RaiseRight app, Click Here for detailed instructions.
**Year-End Scrip Reports have been distributed to teachers. Please check your youngest child's backpack for bright pink paper.**
Upcoming Events:
- TONIGHT! Friday, April 1: Stations of the Cross; Zydeco's Louisiana Kitchen Food Truck
- Saturday, April 2: Dads' Club Fun Run
- Thursday, April 7: Free Dress Day for Early Enrollment
- Friday, April 8: Stations of the Cross; Zydeco's Louisiana Kitchen Food Truck
- Thursday, April 14: Early Dismissal (12:30 PM); No ESP
- Friday, April 15 – Monday, April 18: Easter Break
- Tuesday, April 19: School Resumes
PARISH NEWS
Stations of the Cross & Zydeco's Food Truck
TONIGHT! Friday, April 1st, after the Stations of the Cross, St. Benedict's will host a scrumptious fundraiser with Zydeco's Louisiana Kitchen food truck. Please come out and show your support and have a delicious dinner!
Catholic Media Business Opportunity
St. Benedict Parish is excited to announce a partnership with Decided Excellence Catholic Media to provide quality Catholic content in the form of a magazine. There is no subscription needed and it is free to those who receive it. This monthly magazine, Faith and Family in Ahwatukee & Chandler, will be sent to 3,300 homes including parishioners of St. Benedict Catholic Church, Corpus Christi, and St. John Bosco Catholic School. The magazine will feature Catholic articles, parish news, event calendars, and pictures/stories of interest within our own community.
We are offering your business the opportunity to purchase advertising space within the magazine. Being featured in the magazine allows us to support businesses and families within our Catholic community and get to know you better. Additionally, each business that supports the magazine provides greater outreach and savings to our parish.
Why is sponsoring a Decided Excellence Catholic Media magazine an excellent advertisement investment?
- Branding Your Business - Branding is a lifetime strategy and by aligning your business within our niche, you are utilizing the best branding tool in this market.
- Open Rate – Every month local residents and/or related topics appear on the cover and feature stories about them. A recent survey concluded that 94% of residents open and read this exclusive magazine. Residents of Faith and Family in Ahwatukee & Chandler will undoubtedly be highly engaged with their local magazine.
- Premier Distribution – Residents receive our magazines directly in their mailbox, not sitting on a stack in a store or coffee shop. This means your ad will penetrate the exact market you're trying to reach each every month.
If you would like to learn more about the advertising opportunities with Decided Excellence Catholic Media, please contact Kevin Muir at (602) 722-6123 or kmuir@decidedexcellence.com
Vacation Bible School
Kindergarten – 5th-Grade students are invited to attend Vacation Bible School (VBS). Click the link for all details and to sign up. Vacation Bible School
Easter Egg Hunt
Join us on Easter Sunday after the 10 AM Mass for an Easter Egg Hunt! Eggs will be hidden in two separate areas on the grounds of St. John Bosco School.
One area will be designated for the Preschool – 2nd-grade age group, and the second area for the 3rd – 5th-grade age group. We have over 1,000 eggs with stickers and treats in them AND 12 Golden Eggs that contain a special surprise!
Cost is $10 per child (paid day of; cash appreciated) and includes:
- admission to the Hunt
- a keepsake bag for your eggs
- a raffle ticket to win one of 3 Easter Baskets
- a photo with an Easter Bunny
COMMUNITY NEWS
Brophy College Prep
Brophy is excited to offer a full Summer Enrichment Program for rising 5th through 8th-grade boys and girls in June. Activities include sports camps, fitness classes, creative workshops, STEM and academic classes, high school prep camp, and more to keep the kids engaged, learning, and having fun this summer. Brophy Summer Enrichment Bulletin - 2022.pdf
Seton Catholic Preparatory
Plan your summer now by registering for various Seton Catholic Prep athletic camps. The following link contains a host of offerings: Seton Catholic Prep Summer Camps.
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook
Stay up to date on classroom happenings by following us on Instagram @sjbbulldogs or Facebook@stjohnboscocatholicschool. We also encourage families to tag SJB on any photos or videos they post of their child(ren) from their personal social media accounts.
Until Monday ...
Below are helpful links to information over the weekend:
School Website: https://sjbosco.org/
School Calendar: https://sjbosco.org/calendar
Faculty & Staff Contacts: https://sjbosco.org/faculty-staff
School Lunch Program: https://sjbosco.org/school-lunch
Parish Website: https://stbenedict.org/
The Bulldog Bite: Dr. Teri Pistacchio Aguiar, editor
Past Bulldog Bites: https://sjbosco.org/ (beneath Principal's picture)
Upcoming events are always available on our website events page.
For a more detailed list of yearly events, check the SJB website online calendar.
