By Kimberly A. Desotell, President, GRACE
As fall settles around us and the school year moves into full swing, our classrooms and hallways are humming with the active energy of learning growth, and faith in action. The daily rhythms of these early school year weeks serve as a vibrant reminder of what makes the GRACE system so extraordinary: our authentic Catholic community.
At GRACE, we often speak about the strength of our network, but that strength is not found merely in our buildings or our enrollment numbers. It lives in the active intentional partnership between our parents, our parishes, and our educators. True Catholic education is an ongoing collaborative journey. When home, church, and school align with a shared vision we create an environment where children do not simply attend school; they belong to a family grounded in Christ.
Our dedicated teachers and staff work tirelessly to deliver academic excellence, challenge students to reach their highest potential and develop critical thinking skills for the future. Yet, equal to our commitment to academic rigor is our devotion to cultivating a strong spiritual foundation. Through daily prayer, sacramental life, and service to others, our students learn to see the world through the lens of faith, developing moral courage and a heart full of compassion and joy.
This spiritual and academic formation is only possible because of you, our partners. Parents, as the primary educators of your children, your trust and daily involvement inspire us. Parishes, your spiritual guidance, prayers, and ongoing support anchor our schools is the broader Catholic faith. Teachers, your faith-filled vocation shapes the leaders of tomorrow. Together, this network forms an unwavering safety net and a launching pad for our students in their journey.
Scripture reminds us in Ecclesiastes 4:12 that “a cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” Our parents, parishes, and schools form that strong, unbreakable cord.
Thank you for your continued partnership, your prayers, and your commitment to Catholic education through our GRACE Schools. May God continue to bless our important work ahead!
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.
