Welcome to the New Staff Members! 

Please join us in welcoming the following new staff members! Follow us on Facebook/Instagram to learn more about each of these faith-filled and energetic teachers in the weeks to come!

• Mrs. Ariens
• Mrs. Wildenberg
• Ms. Geurts

Updates and Details 

Please join us in wishing Ms. Engebretson (PK4), Ms. Nelson (K), and Mrs. Konshak (K) well as they embark on new adventures! Thank you for your time here at SJB! 

Ms. Baranczyk and Mrs. Ariens will teach kindergarten next year. Mrs. Ariens is a SJB parent whom many of you may know! Years ago, Mrs. Ariens left teaching to focus on her growing family. She has six years of experience in classrooms and most recently has worked as a PK aide here at SJB, AND she filled both long-term substitute positions in our kindergarten rooms this year! She is excited to return to teaching full-time in the fall! Ms. Baranczyk has taught third grade at SJB for several years. She will bring a strong understanding of elementary literacy and mathematics to our kindergarten program! 

After stepping in to cover a fifth-grade classroom this year, Ms. Buckett will return to her role as Supportive Consultant next year! Please also help us welcome Mrs. Wildenberg from Holy Cross as our new Reading Specialist. Mrs. Wildenberg has taught for 12 years as a 2nd-grade teacher and just completed her Reading Teacher Certification from UW-Stout.  She has also worked as a tutor at On the Mark Dyslexia Clinic for several years. She will leverage her combined experiences and be a great addition to our SJB staff.  Together, these two will support our students and teachers in elevating our student support programs overall! 

As previously shared, Mrs. Oshefsky will be moving out of the area. We wish her and her family well as they take on exciting new opportunities in her husband’s career!  Ms. Lacy Geurts has accepted an offer for one of our 5th-grade positions. She will be graduating from SNC this spring and comes highly recommended from Notre Dame of De Pere Catholic School, where she did her student teaching. Ms. Jones, our current middle school ELA teacher, will join the elementary team as the other fifth-grade teacher! Thank you for your flexibility, Ms. Jones!

Specialists: 

• Gym: Mr. Giese
• Art: Ms. Baierl 
• Band: Mr. Kozlovsky
• Music/MS Choir: OPEN,  but we already have a few great leads!
• Spanish: Mrs. Barnhart
• Library: Mrs. Mancl
• School Counselor: Ms. Ziolkowski

Open Positions

We are actively interviewing for the following open positions: PK4 5-Day Teacher, PK4 Classroom Aides, Third Grade Teacher

If you know of a person who is looking for a teaching opportunity where they can help our students learn and grow while developing their faith, please encourage them to email our school Principal, Mrs. Thom gthom@gracesystem.org or direct them to look for openings on WECAN.

(WECAN is updated regularly and may not currently show the most accurate listings since contracts were only very recently due. Please be patient and e-mail Mrs. Thom when in doubt or if you are seeking a specific position that is not yet listed!) 

Founded in 1888, St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic school in Howard where students grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, pursue high levels of academics, and are surrounded by a community rooted in Christian values. Our staff is committed to developing the whole child by nurturing each child’s academic, emotional, spiritual and behavioral development. By partnering with parents, we aim to individualize student learning in a structured environment where students grow and succeed.

St. John the Baptist School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. John the Baptist provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually. For more information about St. John the Baptist Catholic School, visit their website at https://sjbhschool.org.

More information and registration will be coming soon!

Founded in 1888, St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic school in Howard where students grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, pursue high levels of academics, and are surrounded by a community rooted in Christian values. Our staff is committed to developing the whole child by nurturing each child’s academic, emotional, spiritual and behavioral development. By partnering with parents, we aim to individualize student learning in a structured environment where students grow and succeed.

St. John the Baptist School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. John the Baptist provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually. For more information about St. John the Baptist Catholic School, visit their website at https://sjbhschool.org.

GRACE President Kim Desotoll was recently interviewed by WBAY/We Are Green Bay about why it is important that GRACE schools stay open through the NFL Draft.

Read the full article or view the segment on their website.

Founded in 1888, St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic school in Howard where students grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, pursue high levels of academics, and are surrounded by a community rooted in Christian values. Our staff is committed to developing the whole child by nurturing each child’s academic, emotional, spiritual and behavioral development. By partnering with parents, we aim to individualize student learning in a structured environment where students grow and succeed.

St. John the Baptist School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. John the Baptist provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually. For more information about St. John the Baptist Catholic School, visit their website at https://sjbhschool.org.

The latest GRACE Spring 2025 newsletter is now available to read! This issue highlights Holy Family’s first-ever Comet Dash, puts a spotlight on our new Executive Director of Advancement, Nate Takaberry, includes a letter from our President, and more!

Check it out by clicking the button below.

Founded in 1888, St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic school in Howard where students grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, pursue high levels of academics, and are surrounded by a community rooted in Christian values. Our staff is committed to developing the whole child by nurturing each child’s academic, emotional, spiritual and behavioral development. By partnering with parents, we aim to individualize student learning in a structured environment where students grow and succeed.

St. John the Baptist School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. John the Baptist provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually. For more information about St. John the Baptist Catholic School, visit their website at https://sjbhschool.org.

Totus Tuus, a Latin phrase meaning “totally yours,” was the motto of Blessed Pope John Paul II, it signifies our desire to give ourselves entirely to Jesus Christ through the hands of our Blessed Mother Mary. It also expresses our effort to give our all to every young person we encounter.

TOTUS TUUS is an incredible week of learning through Sacraments, prayer, music, and fun. Teams of four, two men and two women, travel to a different parish each week, hosting a five-day catechetical program for grades 1-12, similar to “Vacation Bible School.” The week is filled with faith–sound catechesis with an immersion in the sacraments and personal testimony fun–messy games, crazy skits, silly songs friendship–large and small group activities.

Who: Children going into first grade through high school

When: Grade School Program (Grades 1-6) June 16-20 from 9 am – 2:30 pm

Middle & High School Program (Grades 7-12) June 15-19 from 7-9 pm

Why: To have fun, learn about and grow in our Catholic faith!

Cost: Day $40 per student / Evening $20 per student $150 family max

***If your family charge will go above $150 (not including t-shirts), please contact Janel at sjbh.org for a discount code before registering

Totus Tuus T-shirts are $15 and optional. If you would like a t-shirt, please

indicate that when you register your child below.

Day students need to bring a bag lunch each day.

PLEASE REGISTER NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11th

REGISTER HERE

Are you interested in volunteering? Whether you have children who will be participating or not, we greatly value your gift of self! In particular, we need volunteers to help in the following positions:

• Provide a lunch or dinner meal for the team
• Provide a snack for the kids.

PLEASE USE THIS SIGN-UP GENIUS TO DONATE

Founded in 1888, St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic school in Howard where students grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, pursue high levels of academics, and are surrounded by a community rooted in Christian values. Our staff is committed to developing the whole child by nurturing each child’s academic, emotional, spiritual and behavioral development. By partnering with parents, we aim to individualize student learning in a structured environment where students grow and succeed.

St. John the Baptist School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. John the Baptist provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually. For more information about St. John the Baptist Catholic School, visit their website at https://sjbhschool.org.

St. John the Baptist Middle School students recently took part in a GRACE-wide Battle of the Books!

Battle of the Books is a reading competition where students test their knowledge of a selection of books by answering questions. The program encourages a love of reading and teamwork. Here is how we did!

4th place:

Team 34: Bellamy, Gwyn, Amelia, Nora (6th grade)

Team 32: Josie, Jazmin, Samantha (7th grade)

3rd place:  

Team 33: Ava, Lily, Zoey, Elisabeth (6th grade)

2nd place:  

Team 31: Kaitlyn, Gianna, Katie, Alexa (7th grade)

Team 36: Brianna, Isabelle, Zoey, Charlotte (6th grade)

Founded in 1888, St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic school in Howard where students grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, pursue high levels of academics, and are surrounded by a community rooted in Christian values. Our staff is committed to developing the whole child by nurturing each child’s academic, emotional, spiritual and behavioral development. By partnering with parents, we aim to individualize student learning in a structured environment where students grow and succeed.

St. John the Baptist School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. John the Baptist provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually. For more information about St. John the Baptist Catholic School, visit their website at https://sjbhschool.org.

Thank you for your dedication to St. John the Baptist School, Mrs. Thom!

St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic community that forms disciples of Jesus Christ. Our students learn to become servant leaders in a collaborative environment, treating others with respect and empathy. High standards lead our school to success in academics, relationships, and service to others.

Learn more or schedule a tour at: www.sjbhschool.org

Founded in 1888, St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic school in Howard where students grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, pursue high levels of academics, and are surrounded by a community rooted in Christian values. Our staff is committed to developing the whole child by nurturing each child’s academic, emotional, spiritual and behavioral development. By partnering with parents, we aim to individualize student learning in a structured environment where students grow and succeed.

St. John the Baptist School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. John the Baptist provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually. For more information about St. John the Baptist Catholic School, visit their website at https://sjbhschool.org.

In order for our largest fundraiser to be a huge success, we are asking for donations from every school family. Please note that all donated items must be NEW, not used and Please include the Family Donation Form when you turn in your donation item so you can be recognized for your generosity! We are hoping to collect all items with the next two weeks so the basket team can turn these donations into beautiful baskets!

Here are suggestions on what/ways to donate:

1. Visit our Amazon wish list and select an item(s) from there.
2. See our theme ideas for each grade in the auction packet for suggestions/ideas.
3. Cash – cash is always helpful for a random array of auction event needs.

*Basket item donations are needed waaaaay before the auction is here so they can be logged, arranged, packaged, and advertised. Please consider dropping off your donation at the school office as soon as possible. Though we’ll keep accepting donations up to the auction date, it would be SO HELPFUL to collect as many donations as possible by March 19th! Thank you! 

Founded in 1888, St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic school in Howard where students grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, pursue high levels of academics, and are surrounded by a community rooted in Christian values. Our staff is committed to developing the whole child by nurturing each child’s academic, emotional, spiritual and behavioral development. By partnering with parents, we aim to individualize student learning in a structured environment where students grow and succeed.

St. John the Baptist School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. John the Baptist provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually. For more information about St. John the Baptist Catholic School, visit their website at https://sjbhschool.org.

We are blessed to recognize Mary Vandenberg as our Outstanding Volunteer. Mary was presented with this award at a Mass on February 20th.

Mary, your commitment to carefully shelving the many books in the library at St. John the Baptist School each week has kept the library organized and has fostered a love for reading in our students. The care you demonstrate each week reflects your dedication to our school community. Your involvement is sincerely appreciated and makes a difference in our mission.

Your presence at the Site Advisory Council meetings each month also adds a unique and valuable perspective, enriching the discussions with your insights as an involved grandparent and parishioner. Thank you for the quiet dedication and positive influence you consistently bring to our students and staff. We are grateful to have you as a part of the St. John’s family.

Learn more about SJB here.

Founded in 1888, St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic school in Howard where students grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, pursue high levels of academics, and are surrounded by a community rooted in Christian values. Our staff is committed to developing the whole child by nurturing each child’s academic, emotional, spiritual and behavioral development. By partnering with parents, we aim to individualize student learning in a structured environment where students grow and succeed.

St. John the Baptist School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. John the Baptist provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually. For more information about St. John the Baptist Catholic School, visit their website at https://sjbhschool.org.

(Optional) Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences will be on March 6th (evening) and March 7th(afternoon).

While second-trimester conferences are optional, every family is invited to sign up for a conference. Sign-up for the conferences is open today and will close on Friday, February 28th at noon to allow our teachers time to prepare. If you need to change an appointment after February 28th, please contact the teacher directly by email.

Click here for PowerSchool directions 

Founded in 1888, St. John the Baptist School is a Catholic school in Howard where students grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, pursue high levels of academics, and are surrounded by a community rooted in Christian values. Our staff is committed to developing the whole child by nurturing each child’s academic, emotional, spiritual and behavioral development. By partnering with parents, we aim to individualize student learning in a structured environment where students grow and succeed.

St. John the Baptist School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. John the Baptist provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually. For more information about St. John the Baptist Catholic School, visit their website at https://sjbhschool.org.