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SCHOOL NEWS
Grateful for a Fabulous Week
Special thanks to SJB Moms Jocelyn Rojas and Jesscia Brown for spearheading this extraordinary effort, and to all PTO members and volunteers for setting up such a beautiful serving table each day. Not only did food magically appear, but it was magically cleaned up at the end of the day! Teachers and staff were amazed, well-fed, and very grateful.
LAST CHANCE to Earn FREE DRESS Day
To streamline back-to-school preparations, we ask all families to complete the following:
- Purchase your child’s 1st Day School Supplies box for the new school year
- Complete the Innovation Learning Fall Registration (required for ALL students as a safety back-up, even if you do not anticipate using)
Join us at Portillo’s to Support SJB and Enjoy Delicious Food
Monday, May 11, 2026
5:00–8:00 PM
Chandler, AZ
20% of sales go back to the school!
Use code PORTILLOS98 or show this flyer when ordering.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and make it a night that gives back.
5:00–8:00 PM
Chandler, AZ
20% of sales go back to the school!
Use code PORTILLOS98 or show this flyer when ordering.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and make it a night that gives back.
Take the Credit, Volunteers!
Remember to document your volunteer hours in RenWeb and make sure your record is up to date.NEED MORE HOURS? Contact PTO!
Bulldog Ambassador Program
Open to 6th-, 7th-, and 8th-GradersWould you like to be an SJB student ambassador? Bulldog Ambassadors are students who represent St. John Bosco by leading Mass and Rosary, assisting at Open House, and helping prospective families learn about our amazing school.
Click HERE for the 2026-2027 school year Bulldog Ambassador Application. Please complete it, and either EMAIL it or bring it to the office by Tuesday, May 19 @ 3:00 PM. In addition, once you've submitted your application, we will ask your homeroom teacher to complete a teacher recommendation form. Please note: Students who serve on Student Council are not eligible to be ambassadors.
Bulldog Peacemakers Program
Open to 7th- & 8th-GradersThe Bulldog Peacemakers Program is a student leadership opportunity for incoming 7th- and 8th-graders designed to build communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Peacemakers are trained to help classmates respectfully resolve minor conflicts, model positive behavior, and support a welcoming, safe environment. This program helps students grow in leadership, responsibility, and confidence while strengthening our school community.
Incoming 7th- & 8th-graders interested in serving others and making a positive difference on campus are invited to see Mr. Cortez for an application. Applications are due Thursday, May 14.
Please note: Students who serve on Student Council are not eligible to be peacemakers.
Please note: Students who serve on Student Council are not eligible to be peacemakers.
2025-2026 SJB Yearbook
It's NOT Too Late to Order! Yearbooks will be sent to your house. Click HERE for the UPDATED FLYER.
Final Week of Anton Uniform Sale
Save on 2026-2027 school uniforms!Sale Details:
• 10% OFF on orders over $100 (before tax and
shipping) with code BTS10
• FREE SHIPPING on orders over $225
Why shop early?
• Lock in 2026 pricing before select increases on June 1
• Best selection available for in-stock items
• Avoid the back-to-school rush — this is the only sale before peak season
Worry-Free Exchanges
Uniforms purchased during the sale may be returned or exchanged for two weeks into the new school year, as long as items are unworn with original tags attached.
• Lock in 2026 pricing before select increases on June 1
• Best selection available for in-stock items
• Avoid the back-to-school rush — this is the only sale before peak season
Worry-Free Exchanges
Uniforms purchased during the sale may be returned or exchanged for two weeks into the new school year, as long as items are unworn with original tags attached.
SJB's Summer STEM Camp
Choose 1 or 2 Weeks of Invention:
June 15–19 9AM–3:30PM
and/or
June 22–26 9AM–3:30PM
Mr. C's Baseball & Softball Camp!
June 1–4, 8–11 AMIncoming 1st – 6th Grade BOYS & GIRLS
CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS
Summer Orchestra @ SJB
Has your child ever wanted to learn to play a string instrument but just too busy during the school year? Now they can explore it in a 1-week summer camp! Please click here for a detailed flyer.
For Your Convenience …
For your planning convenience, please see the upcoming SJB 2026-2027 School Year Calendar.
05/13: 8th-Grade Graduation @ 6 PM
05/14: 3rd–7th-Grade Officer Elections @ 1:15 pm
05/15: PreK Graduation @ 11 AM in MPR
05/18: I LOVE to Read Ice Cream Party starting @ 1:15 PM in MPR
05/20: 4th-grade Night at the Museum in 4th-grade Classrooms
05/21: End-of-Year Celebrations
05/22: Last Day of School for Preschool–7th grade;
8:15 AM Mass & 12:30 PM Release; Report Cards Emailed
05/14: 3rd–7th-Grade Officer Elections @ 1:15 pm
05/15: PreK Graduation @ 11 AM in MPR
05/18: I LOVE to Read Ice Cream Party starting @ 1:15 PM in MPR
05/20: 4th-grade Night at the Museum in 4th-grade Classrooms
05/21: End-of-Year Celebrations
05/22: Last Day of School for Preschool–7th grade;
8:15 AM Mass & 12:30 PM Release; Report Cards Emailed
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In addition to your child's classroom notes, these newsletters are the primary source of school-related information. Read them regularly to stay in the know!
In addition to your child's classroom notes, these newsletters are the primary source of school-related information. Read them regularly to stay in the know!
PARISH NEWS
St. Benedict Parish Blood Drive Sunday, May 17, 8 AM–1 PM
New and returning blood donors are invited to make a life-saving donation. Sign-up here and look for the Vitalant donor buses in the SJB driveway, 8 AM–1 PM Sunday, 5/17. Click HERE for the flyer with all the details. Hosted by the St. Benedict Knights of Columbus, Fr. Bob Binta Council.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Attention Young Dancers
K–5th Grade
The dance department at Notre Dame Prep is hosting a summer camp especially for budding dancers in Kindergarten through 5th Grade. Click HERE for the flyer with all the details.
Spread the News!
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