Events
Here at St. John's we have a very busy campus....
Chapel Baptism
St. John’s is blessed provide the opportunity for any student who hasn’t been baptized to experience the blessing of holy baptism during a school chapel service. This is an incredibly meaningful morning for both the participant and the family, as well as the students and faculty watching. In the past, we have even had family members baptized alongside the student!
Family Fun Nights
Join us November 3, 2023 from 6-8pm! Pack a picnic dinner or bring snacks and join us on the 2-5 playground for a FREE Family Movie Night. We will be sitting on the blacktop, so be sure to bring chairs & blankets (and a flashlight for cleanup after the movie). Come early to hang out, eat and have fun, stay for the show!
School Assemblies
Auxiliary provides the best and brightest when it comes to school assemblies. Their potential to nurture a positive school ethos that stresses learning, care for the self and others, and the pursuit of all forms of excellence should not be underestimated. School assemblies, in all phases of schooling, can make a positive contribution to student self-development and therefore be at the heart of raising achievement and standards. Not to mention that they’re really fun!
Staff Luncheons
We are blessed with wonderful teachers and staff who graciously share their time and talents with our children daily. On the first day of school and the end of 1st-3rd quarter half days, we invite our teachers and staff to lunch in the dining room. It’s a great opportunity to serve them and encourage them to enjoy some downtime and fellowship with one another.
Fall Events
Ice Cream Social
SJLS Auxiliary’s Annual Ice Cream Social is a great way for you and your kids to catch up with friends, sign up for activities, grab a ton of information, purchase new or used uniforms, enjoy free ice cream, and - most importantly - FIND OUT WHO YOUR TEACHER WILL BE! The Ice Cream Social happens the first Sunday in August.
School Buddies Meet & Greet
Each new 1st-8th grade student at St. John’s is paired with a current student buddy. A couple of weeks before school starts, we host a fun gathering for all buddies and their families to get to know each other to ensure that all new students have at least one familiar face on the first day of school.
Parent Meet & Greet
Held immediately after drop off on the first day of school in the Sanctuary Courtyard. Stop by for some coffee, a delicious pastry and the chance to catch up with other St. John’s Parents.
Parent Orientation
Held during the first full week of school, Parent Orientation is the best way to familiarize yourself with the St. John’s campus and gather important information from a general assembly held by the Principal, as well as individual class meetings run by our teachers. A folder will be handed out with useful information and contacts for many of the organizations within St. John’s, courtesy of the SJLS Auxiliary.
Back to School Parent Mixer
FREE Food, Drink and Fellowship! Have a GREAT time with your fellow SJLS parents on a back-to-school night out without the kids.
Aspire Week
St. John's Lutheran School begins the school year with one of our favorite traditions—ASPIRE Week! This special week is dedicated to building Christ-centered character as students explore our core ASPIRE values: Accountability, Safety, Patience, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy. Through daily devotions, prayer, interactive activities, and school-wide celebrations, students discover what it means to aspire to be more like Jesus in their words, actions, and relationships.
Spring Events
National Lutheran Schools Week
Every spring, National Lutheran Schools Week provides our network of nearly 2,300 LCMS preschools, elementary schools and high schools with the public opportunity to proclaim and celebrate God’s work among us in Lutheran schools. We thank God for the opportunity to provide excellent academic preparation for the children we serve. We are most grateful for the opportunity to share Jesus’ amazing love with children and their families. National Lutheran Schools Week gives us an opportunity to proclaim these great blessings within the communities we serve. Our schools are amazing incubators for faithful witness of God’s love for us through Christ by teachers and students alike.
Father Daughter Dance
A wonderful night to remember for dads and daughters alike. Treat your daughter(s) to an evening of dancing, refreshments, crafts, cookies and - to top it all off - a professional photo to remember the evening. Whether your daughter is in preschool or a young lady in 8th grade, she will love an evening out with her Daddy!
Mother & Son Event
Calling ALL St. John’s Moms & Sons! Our annual mother-son event was introduced in 2017 as a fantastic way for moms to connect with their sons and have a great time. Look for spring event information in Slices!
Kindness Week
Inspired by Ephesians 4:32, Kindness Week provides meaningful opportunities for students to practice encouragement, forgiveness, gratitude, and service while strengthening the relationships that make our Mustang community so special. As students learn to notice the needs of those around them, choose compassion over criticism, and extend grace to others, they help create a school where every person feels seen, valued, and loved. Our hope is that the lessons learned during Kindness Week inspire students to make kindness a part of who they are—carrying these values into their everyday interactions, relationships, and experiences as they continue to grow and mature.
Hispanic Cultural Festival
Join us for St. John's Hispanic Cultural Festival, where our students' year-long exploration of Hispanic and Latin American cultures comes to life! Through the dedication of our Spanish teachers, students have learned about the language, traditions, music, food, and customs of various Hispanic and Latin American countries. Families are invited to enjoy cultural performances, authentic food, and celebrate all that our students have discovered.
Expression Explosion
Expression Explosion is a fun evening event for the whole family held every Spring. St. John’s opens its classroom doors in an awesome art show/open house for the students to show off all that they have been learning and doing in school. List your student's classroom, visit next year's classrooms, and check out the Book Fair!
Support Staff Appreciation
Every spring, to show our love and gratitude, we will be assembling over 50 bouquets to be handed out to our awesome support staff during chapel. Please bring flowers of any kind - home grown or store-bought, from a single flower to a whole bouquet - to the Sanctuary courtyard during drop off. Buckets will also be curbside on Shaffer for your convenience. PIP hours will be given to those who stay and help assemble bouquets.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Held during the last month of school, Teacher Appreciation Week is a time to celebrate our AWESOME teachers around the St. John’s campus. Auxiliary will have a special treat or sweet planned for our teachers. Feel free to spoil them as well. Please be sure to thank your child’s teacher (handmade cards from the kids are favorites) and, more importantly, PRAY for them and the great work they do for our kiddos!
Athletic Awards Night
SJLS recognizes the value of participation in athletic activities, not only for physical fitness, but in sportsmanship, team building and leadership development as well. It is the intent of St. John’s to provide this opportunity to students in 5th through 8th grade who meet and maintain eligibility based on academic, behavioral, and physical qualifications. Our Athletic Awards Night in May celebrates our student athletes and coaches and their accomplishments from the current school year.
8th Grade End-of-Year Breakfast
This is a wonderful breakfast to celebrate 8th grade parents and awesome graduating 8th graders. All SJLS parents (especially 8th grade parents) are encouraged to attend. This event is held in the Walker Hall Great Room. Selected 8th graders will perform, the newly elected Auxiliary Executive Board will be sworn in, and amazing memories will be shared.