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St. John Bosco Catholic School is a Pre-K through 8th Grade Catholic elementary school dedicated to academic excellence, serving others and developing the whole child.
St. John Bosco Catholic School serves students and their families in the Ahwatukee area of Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Maricopa and other East valley cities.
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SJB Staff and Specials Teachers' Gift Contribution
It's that time of year again and we're starting to think about Christmas and gift giving! For those of you who are thinking about gifts for the Staff and Specials Teachers, this might help you with your planning. We realize that each of us cannot contribute as much as our heart desires, but combined we are able to provide a nice gift to those teachers and staff who do not have a homeroom parent to organize it. In keeping with this tradition we are taking up a Christmas collection that is strictly voluntary. Attached you will find the names of the Specials Teachers and Staff. You may give an amount to specific individuals by indicating it on the form or mark the box and it will be evenly distributed between all 31 names on the list. If you choose to participate:
2) Enclose cash or check payable to: Melissa Hollenbeck
3) Return it to the collection box in the FRONT OFFICE BY DEC 15
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Melissa Hollenback via email.
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St. John Bosco Preview Days
Know of anyone who is looking for the next steps in their child's education? Invite them to SJB's Preview Days! During Preview Days, potential new families can:
- Meet our administrators over coffee and donuts.
- Find out about tuition assistance opportunities.
- Observe classes and enrichment programs while in session.
- Tour the campus with our student ambassadors!
The next Preview Day will be Tuesday, December 2 from 8:00 - 10:30 am. No RSVP is required and potential students are encouraged to attend. For more information, follow this link or download the flyer! |
Christmas Program
We're happy to announce the date of the 14th Annual St. John Bosco Christmas Program! Please join us for a night of celebrating the magical (and musical) holiday season on Thursday, December 18 at 6:00 pm. Click here to download the flyer for more information. We hope to see you there! |
Junior High Winter Showcase
On Thursday, December 11, join Dance, Drama, Percussion and Yearbook for our Performing Arts Winter Showcase! There will be an afternoon performance at 1:30 pm and an evening performance at 6:30 pm in the MPR. The St. John Bosco community, family and friends are invited to come to the showcase. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Hamilton.
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Turkey Trot
The Turkey Trot is on Wednesday, November 26 please have your child wear their PE uniform, tennis shoes and bring a water bottle. 6th - 8th will be participating from 7:55 - 8:55 am; kinder, pre-k, 1st, and 4th will be participating from 9:00 - 9:45 am; and 2nd, 3rd, and 5th will be participating from 9:55 - 10:55 am. Parents are welcome to run with the students but the station from Scott's Training Systems are for the students!
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Snack Shack
Girl Scout Troop 1878 will be running the Snack Shack after school for two weeks starting on Monday, December 1. Please support our Troop by buying something yummy after school!
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Join Girls on the Run at SJB This Spring!
Girls on the Run is a non-profit prevention program that encourages preteen girls to develop self-respect and healthy lifestyles through running. This is a program for EVERY girl! Girls of all fitness levels will feel encouraged & challenged. Our team will have between 6 -15 girls and Cheryl Spindler, Jeaneen Thiele, and Jennie O'Hea will be our coaches. Online registration runs December 4 - 21 online and is offered to girls in 3rd - 5th grades. Download this flyer to learn more!
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Spelling Bee
St. John Bosco School conducts a school spelling bee in January. Two top spellers from the fourth through eighth grade classroom bees will represent their class at the St. John Bosco School Spelling Bee. The champion of the St. John Bosco School Spelling Bee will qualify for the Diocese of Phoenix Spelling Bee held during Catholic Schools Week. The Diocese of Phoenix Spelling Bee champion moves to the regional bee. The regional bee's top two spellers qualify for the Arizona State Bee. The Arizona State Bee champion will go to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. The classroom bees will take place in the first week of December.
Here are some guides to help your children do their best during the spelling bee season:
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Winter Wonderland Donations
Donations are still being accepted for Winter Wonderland! Your donation of a gift basket or gift card is appreciated and will help make this event a success! Please contact Rachel for more information.
Winter Wonderland is Almost Here Winter Wonderland is less than two weeks away! Get ready for the fun-filled event on Saturday, December 6 from 9 am - 1 pm. Have you purchased your tickets yet? To purchase Event Tickets, Rudolph's Raffle Tickets, and Sweepstakes Tickets, click here. Tickets purchased before November 26 will receive one free ticket for Rudolph's Raffle.
Jamma Jingles The Moms' Club is collecting new pajamas for "Jamma Jingles." We once again ask of your generosity in helping us reach our goal of collecting one (1) pair of pajamas for every St. John Bosco student--that's over 430 pairs! You can drop off your pajamas in the candy cane striped boxes on the SJB courtyard. Please label your pajamas with child's grade so their class can receive credit--the class with the most pajamas donated will receive a snack day with Father Bob and teachers earn a gift card for their classroom!
Winter Wonderland Volunteering Volunteering at Winter Wonderland is an easy and fun way to earn your service hours. We are in need of parents and junior high students to volunteer. For more information or to sign up, please click here. |
9th Annual Turkey Bowl
Join us this coming Friday morning for the 9th Annual Dads' Club Turkey Bowl held at the SJB athletic fields from 9 - 11:30 am. Bring the whole family--students, faculty, friends, relatives. We'll set up age-appropriate games for young and old, big and small, fast and slow, mom and dad, staff and alumni, etc. The SJB Dads' Club will provide grilled hot dogs and chips; bring your own drinks and water. RSVP to Ray so we can get a head count for food.
Poker Tournament... Postponed. The annual poker tournament will be rescheduled during the spring. |
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Harkins Cups
The Harkins 2015 cups are in! The cups are $5 and earn you 20% back. Every time you take the cup to Harkins in 2015, you can get a refill of soda for $1.50. They make great Christmas gifts so be sure to stock up! Supplies are limited.
Gift Card Shopping
Do you or someone you know give gift cards as bonuses to employees at Christmas time? Consider buying those cards through the Scrip office. You will get the credit, and your friend or employee will still get exactly the gift cards they want. Please consider, we may need extra time to order what you need.
Holiday Catering Are you having a party for Thanksgiving or Christmas? We have Honey Baked Ham, SomeBurros, Wildflower Bread Company, and others. Winter Wonderland We will be selling Scrip at Winter Wonderland! If you have a hard time making it to campus during our office hours, plan what you want and stock up on Saturday, December 6. Look for our table - we will be selling from about 9 - 10:30 am. See you there! |
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Children's Christmas Choir
This year, the Music Ministry department is thrilled to announce a Children's Christmas Choir. Under the direction of Debbie Brines, Parish Director of Liturgy, the soon-to-be formed group will meet to rehearse during the month of December and join the chorus to sing at the 4 pm mass on Christmas Eve (12/24). Students from grades 1st - 8th are invited to participate in this joyful form of praise. More information and sign up is available here . |
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Leaders of Tomorrow Art and Poetry Contest
Seton Catholic Prep is accepting entries for the Leaders of Tomorrow Art and Poetry Contest, which celebrates Seton's 60th anniversary and honors the special gifts in all children set forth by St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Courage, Determination, Faith and Love. Open to all 6th - 8th graders, students can earn recognition for themselves and their school, and WIN cash and other prizes. For more information on how to enter, click here.
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Turn in Those Box Tops!
Saving those baggies of Box Tops for a big event? Here it is... the grade level to turn in the most Box Tops from September through November 25 will win a FREE dress day PLUS pretzels and Capri Suns with Father Bob! Last year the 5th grade class won this event, so who will it be this year? Drop the Box Tops and Labels for Education coupons in your classroom box through November 25. Winners will be announced when we return from Thanksgiving break.
Safeway eBoxTops
Did you know you can earn eBoxTops at Safeway by registering your phone number or loyalty card to St. John Bosco Catholic School? Log on to Safeway's website or 2ways2earn.com and register for free. When you buy products with the Box Tops symbol, not only do you get that box top to clip, save, and turn into your classroom, but you also earn another eBoxTop for our school. It's so easy, you don't even know you're racking up money for our school. THANK YOU for seeing, clipping, and saving those Box Tops! Each one really does count!
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a Ministry of the Parish of St. Benedict
St. John Bosco Catholic School 16035 S. 48th St., Phoenix, AZ 85048
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