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Thank you to our families who took the time to recognize and nominate quite a few of our amazing teachers! Our Middle School Team has been selected to advance to the next level and will be reaching for that Golden Apple!

Congratulations to all of our nominees! Thank you for the dedication and heart you pour into your students! We are blessed to have each and every one of you!

*An asterisk indicates who has been selected to advance in the process!

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.

Raffle tickets are available for sale through a school family or by stopping by the School or Parish offices after the New Year! Tickets are $20/ticket or three for $50. The drawing will take place on the night of the event, Saturday, April 5th, 2025. You need not be present to win!

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 Fall 2024 newsletter is now available to read! This issue highlights GRACE’s high school, Chesterton Academy of St. John Paul II Classical School.

Discover everything the school has to offer 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.

GRACE is pleased to share that The Mulva Cultural Center is offering viewings of the film – I Am the Immaculate Conception – on December 12 and December 14, 2024.  This is an exclusive offering in our area of this religious docudrama.

What is Our Lady’s role under the title of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception for the United States? Hear from the rector of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception at the nation’s capital speak about Mary’s historic role in American history and why the U.S. Bishops urged consecration to Our Lady under the title of the Immaculate Conception.

PG-13 – 94 minutes

View The Mulva Cultural Center’s website to learn more, check availability, and buy tickets. View the film site to learn more about the movie.

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.

All GRACE families are invited to attend a St. Norbert College men’s basketball game on Sunday, December 29th at 7 pm as they take on Lake Forest College. Admission is free for GRACE Students, adult tickets are $5. This event is made possible through CatholicLink.

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 stands for Green Bay Area Catholic Education and is a nine-school system that provides excellence in preschool through twelfth-grade education and serves the 23 Catholic parishes within the Greater Green Bay community. GRACE schools range in offerings and locations, and each has its own distinct history, focus, and parish connections. GRACE is among the largest Catholic school systems in the state of Wisconsin. To learn more, visit gracesystem.org.

With the holiday season just around the corner, we invite you to give a gift that will leave a lasting impact on the St. John the Baptist community. This Giving Tuesday, we’re asking for your support to help us replace the aging gym floor at St. John the Baptist School – a project that will benefit students, athletes, and families for generations to come.

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Help Us Build a Lasting Legacy 

For years, the gym floor at St. John the Baptist has been a central space for our students to learn, grow, and compete. However, it’s time for an upgrade. Together with St. John the Baptist Parish and St. John the Baptist School, the SJB Booster Club is working to replace the floor with a state-of-the-art, durable surface that will serve our community for decades.

We’re Almost There – We Need Your Help to Finish
Thanks to the generosity of early donors and the hard work of SJB parents, we’ve raised over 50% of the funds needed to complete this project in 2025. But we can’t do it alone. We still need your help to raise the remaining funds and make this vision a reality.

Maximize Your Impact with a Matching Gift
This Giving Tuesday, your contribution can go even further! Many employers match charitable donations, effectively doubling or even tripling your impact. If you’re able, please take advantage of this opportunity to increase your gift and help us get closer to our goal.

A Gift that Lasts for Generations
Rather than adding more “stuff” to your home this holiday season, consider making a gift that will provide lasting value. Your donation to the gym floor project is an investment in the future of our students and community. You can give in honor of a loved one, and we’ll ensure that your contribution becomes a permanent part of St. John the Baptist’s legacy.

Become a Champion for SJB
This holiday season, you can also help spread the word and raise funds by becoming a Champion for the gym floor project. By setting a goal, sharing your page, and engaging your network, you can help us reach our target and ensure that our dream of a new gym floor becomes a reality.

Does Your Company Want to Contribute?
If your company is looking for a meaningful way to give back, we invite you to partner with us. Your business can make a significant impact through monetary donations, in-kind support, or matching gifts. As a 501(c)(3) organization, all donations are tax-deductible, and we will proudly acknowledge your company’s support.

Give the Gift of a Lasting Legacy
This holiday season, join us in building something that will benefit generations of SJB students and families. Together, we can create a space that fosters learning, fellowship, and athletic achievement for years to come.

To donate or sign up as a Champion today, please click here. Your generosity will help make this vision a reality.

Thank you for your support and for making a difference this holiday season!

Warm regards,

Rana Chrudimsky
President, St. John the Baptist Booster Club

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 stands for Green Bay Area Catholic Education and is a nine-school system that provides excellence in preschool through twelfth-grade education and serves the 23 Catholic parishes within the Greater Green Bay community. GRACE schools range in offerings and locations, and each has its own distinct history, focus, and parish connections. GRACE is among the largest Catholic school systems in the state of Wisconsin. To learn more, visit gracesystem.org.

The SJB Spirit Wear Store is now open and will remain open until 12/1/24.

Shop Here Before Time Runs Out! 

SJB items make great Christmas gifts! When ordering, you may indicate if your order is a surprise!  All orders placed by Sunday 12/1/24 will be distributed to the students by 12/20/24.

**Middle School Physical Education Uniforms are included in the store. Newly added: Sweatpants! Three styles and two colors.

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 stands for Green Bay Area Catholic Education and is a nine-school system that provides excellence in preschool through twelfth-grade education and serves the 23 Catholic parishes within the Greater Green Bay community. GRACE schools range in offerings and locations, and each has its own distinct history, focus, and parish connections. GRACE is among the largest Catholic school systems in the state of Wisconsin. To learn more, visit gracesystem.org.

Please join us for this cherished tradition. We hope to see you there.

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 stands for Green Bay Area Catholic Education and is a nine-school system that provides excellence in preschool through twelfth-grade education and serves the 23 Catholic parishes within the Greater Green Bay community. GRACE schools range in offerings and locations, and each has its own distinct history, focus, and parish connections. GRACE is among the largest Catholic school systems in the state of Wisconsin. To learn more, visit gracesystem.org.

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This past Friday, our staff participated in a day of professional development. The day started with a mass with Bishop Ricken, which is always uplifting and special. His message is always clear and inspires us to keep moving forward in our faith and teaching the children about their faith. It is part of our mission that we are called to do at each of our schools in the diocese.

Part of his sermon told the story of Adele Briese, Our Lady of Champion. Bishop Ricken spoke of Adele Briese’s beatification and canonization. He stated that the process is moving quicker than expected.

Then, he encouraged us to listen to the message spoken to Adele long ago: 

“I am the Queen of Heaven who prays for the conversion of sinners and 
I wish you to do the same.” 

“Gather the children in the wild country and teach them what they should 
know for salvation.”

“Go and fear nothing. I will help you.”

Each staff member was given a framed painting by Gwyneth Thompson-Briggs to display in their classroom and school office. This painting reveals Adele’s face and offers a point of reference as we teach our students the story of Adele Briese.

If you have never taken your children to this shrine, please consider it in your weekend plans. The message is clear: We need to teach our children about their faith and enrich them whenever possible so they understand that they can also serve as disciples to spread the word of our blessed lady. Principal’s Update

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’s 2024-27 strategic plan has been established. It outlines our goals and priorities for ongoing work within our key focus areas of Faith, Academics, Vitality, and Experience. We strive to ensure a vibrant and sustainable future while building academic excellence and life skills and growing in our Catholic faith!

Learn more by viewing the plan 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.