Blue Jay Flyer
May 20, 2020
From the Principal's Desk...
And behold, I am with you always
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are nearing the end of a very strange and stressful school year. It has been a time of unexpected and unprecedented challenge for you, for your daughters and sons and for all of us at St. John the Baptist School. We are deeply grateful for your patience, support and prayers.
We are working to identify and articulate the strategies we will use going forward. As more decisions are made at the state and archdiocesan levels, we will be better able to understand what school will look like for next year. We will provide every family with our best information in mid-June.
Governor DeWine has begun to open up many things in Ohio and to relax some of the previous restrictions. No one knows exactly what the impact of these changes will be. I encourage everyone to continue to do what is safest for the health and well-being of your family and of our community. We are all in this together.
I hope that you are all able to relax and enjoy this Memorial Day weekend. I am hopeful that I will be able to begin to see my sons and daughters and my grandsons. We may not be able to hug or all be together at the same time, but each opportunity is a gift.
This weekend the Church remembers and celebrates the Ascension of Jesus. Before He leaves His disciples, Jesus reminds them, “And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.”(MT 28:20) May we take comfort in this promise, and may we be grateful for those who are always with us.
Peace,
Dan Minelli
End of Year Parade
Revision Regarding 8th Graders
Surprise Retirement for Mrs. Hayes
Congratulations to Mrs. Haye's on her retirement...we wish her all the best!
Missing Assignments Due by Friday
Virtual Candle Ceremony & Graduation
Details for safely returning the gowns and picking up memory books, picture cards, and any award certificates will be decided as soon as possible.
LAST CALL TO ORDER YEARBOOKS
Don't miss out on all the memories!
1) Order your yearbook online at ybpay.lifetouch.com and use Yearbook ID Code: 12651120
Yearbooks will be distributed at the beginning of next school year.
Book Drop Off Instructions
All library materials should also be returned along with your child's textbooks.
Library Volunteers Needed for 2020-21 School Year
There are multiple ways of helping and we appreciate any time you can offer. Training for all library opportunities will hopefully be provided during the summer, depending on the social distancing guidelines.
Please contact Linda Stentz at librarian@stjohnsdrschool.org or call her at 324-6182 if you have questions and/or would like to volunteer.
Class of 2020 Student Spotlights
A.J. was one of our office runners this year and did a great job for us. He plays soccer with his TFA team, hockey at Miami University, and sand volleyball. He also enjoys biking, swimming, frisbee golf, and camping. Although A.J. has many fond memories of his time at St. John’s, his favorite is the 8th grade vs. teachers volleyball game. Best of luck to A.J. at ROSS HIGH SCHOOL!
Ellie enjoys hiking, camping, swimming, and listening to music. She enjoyed being part of the St. John's Performing Arts Troupe. Her favorite memory of St. John's is winning a ribbon in the Life Sciences Category of the Science Fair this year. Best of luck to Ellie at MERCY MCAULEY!
Isabella enjoys playing soccer & volleyball, crafting, baking, and hanging out with her friends. She was a member of the St. John’s Performing Arts Troupe. Isabella’s favorite memory from St. John’s was her field day in 7th grade and the Walk for Technology in 8th grade. Best of luck to Isabella at SETON!
Kylie enjoys playing soccer, basketball, and softball as well as spending time with her friends, pets, and family. Kylie also loves to read and write stories. In fact, she is currently writing her second book on Wattpad....way to go Kylie! Her favorite memory of St. John’s is the fun time that she spent with her friends and classmates at Camp Kern. Best of luck to Kylie at MERCY MCAULEY!
Ben is a proud member of Boy Scout Troop 641 and is involved with the Performing Arts Troupe at St. John's. Throughout his grade school years, he has also played basketball, baseball, soccer, and ran track. Ben especially enjoys art and drawing. His favorite memory at St. John's is doing the climbing challenges during the 8th grade field trip to Camp Kern this past fall. Best of luck to Ben at LASALLE!
Taylor enjoys playing volleyball and basketball. She likes to travel, hike, and attend Reds and Bearcat games. Her favorite TV shows are Friends and Grey’s Anatomy. Taylor’s favorite memories of St. John’s include field days and the 8th grade vs. teachers volleyball game. Best of luck to Taylor at SETON!
During his time at St. John’s, Brady played soccer, basketball, baseball, and golf. He also plays baseball for the Ohio Redlegs. Brady enjoys reading about history, playing Minecraft, walking his dog Kiki, hanging out with cousins, and spending time with his family hiking and vacationing.
Brady’s favorite St. John’s memories are the 8th grade vs. teachers volleyball game and almost winning the state tournament while playing his last season of soccer for St. John’s with his brother and friends. Best of luck to Brady at BADIN!
Hunter loves playing club baseball for the Cincinnati Redlegs, basketball, and his favorite...football. He enjoys playing video games and lately lots of quarantine hikes on new trails. His favorite memory of St. John’s is winning the 8th grade vs. teachers volleyball game. Best of luck to Hunter at LASALLE!
Cameron plays football, baseball, basketball, sand volleyball, and indoor soccer. He also enjoys riding his quad, fishing, and camping. Cameron’s favorite memory of St. John’s is a snowball fight he had in 7th grade while taking the recycling outside with classmates. Best of luck to Cameron at LASALLE!
Zach was a member of the St. John's Performing Arts Troupe Stage Crew and played baseball, basketball, and golf during his time at St. John's. He loves roller coasters, sushi, playing with his dogs Mozart & Bailey, and gaming with the boys. Zach's favorite memories of St. John's are the 8th grade vs. teachers volleyball game and his involvement with Seussical the Musical. Best of luck to Zach at LASALLE!
Ethan played sports and was a member of the Boy Scouts during his time at St. John’s. He volunteered at the parish festivals and fish fries. Ethan also really enjoyed the after school bowling program at Colerain Bowl. His favorite memories of St. John’s are all the great times with friends, especially the 8th grade vs. teacher volleyball game. Best of luck to Ethan at BADIN!
Emma loves spending time with family and friends. One of her favorite things is camping at Fox Run Campground and helping out around the campground. She also enjoys volleyball, driving their go-cart and golf cart, and most any outdoor activity. Emma's very favorite memory of St. John's is playing in the 8th grade vs. teacher volleyball game with all her classmates. Best of luck to Emma at BADIN!
Mick enjoys playing football, basketball, and baseball. His favorite TV show is The Office.
Mick's favorite memories at St. John's have been his lunchroom discussions with his friends. Best of luck to Mick at LASALLE!
Lacey was a St. John’s cheerleader and played volleyball. She enjoys baking, drawing, and making crafts. Lacey’s favorite St. John’s memory is the Candle Ceremony last year. Best of luck to Lacey at LAKOTA WEST and congrats on making their
cheerleading squad!
Cole enjoys drawing, video games, riding his quad, and being outside. He played basketball for St. John’s and attempted football for one year but was just too much bigger than his teammates at the time. Cole has been a class representative on Student Council for the past two years. Cole’s favorite memories of St. John’s are what he calls “hangin’ with the boys.” Cole is moving to Indiana this summer. Good luck to Cole at SUNMAN DEARBORN!
Lexie played volleyball for St. John's and helped to run one of our student bookstores every morning. She also enjoys hitting baseballs with her little brother, spending time with family and friends, reading, coloring, and watching television.
Her favorite memories of St. John's include the Camp Kern trip, the 8th grade vs. teacher volleyball game during Catholic Schools Week, and the walk-a-thon. Best of luck to Lexie at SETON!
Gabby's interests include art, drawing, exploring different genres in music, watching musicals, history documentaries, and reading. Gabby has played soccer, basketball, and volleyball at St. John's. When asked her favorite memory of St. John's, Gabby said, "Everything about 7th grade and the friendships that I have developed in my time there." Best of luck to Bella at MERCY MCAULEY!
Emma is a keeper and defender for her TFA Soccer Club. She also enjoys playing volleyball, spending time with friends, and making Tik Tok videos. Emma loves working with young children, playing, teaching, and babysitting. She is an animal lover, especially of dogs. Emma’s favorite TV show is All American. Emma’s favorite memory of St. John’s is walking with her friends and preschoolers during the Walk-a-thon and getting candy from Mr. Acito. Best of luck to Emma at MERCY MCAULEY!
Vaughn has played baseball, basketball and soccer during his time at St. John's, as well as participated in the after-school bowling program at Colerain Bowl. He spends his free time playing guitar, writing music, riding quads at the farm, and gaming with friends.
Vaughn’s favorite memory of St. John’s is playing basketball for the Blue Jays. Best of luck to Vaughn at BADIN!
Olivia helped to run one of our student bookstores this year. She enjoys playing volleyball, cooking, reading and gardening. She also likes to draw, organize, and work on projects around the house. She loves traveling to the beach, and would like to travel and see more of our country.
Olivia's favorite memory of St. John’s, and one she will always remember, is playing in the 8th grade vs. teachers volleyball game. Best of luck to Olivia at ROGER BACON!
Izzy was a peer tutor and a Eucharistic minister at St. John's.
She enjoys competitive cheerleading, skiing, boating, and hiking. Izzy's favorite memory of St. John's is the annual PTO Field Day every year. Best of luck to Izzy at ST. URSULA!
Evan was one of our office runners this year and did a great job for us. He loves a variety of sports including soccer, track, cross country, and basketball. His hobby is playing video games and he enjoys hanging out with friends, eating watermelon, and going on vacation.
Evan’s favorite St. John’s memory is the 8th grade vs. teachers volleyball game. Best of luck to Evan at ST. XAVIER!
Alex enjoys playing soccer, basketball and baseball. He also likes to play golf, hike, and hang out with his friends.
His favorite memory of St. John’s is participating in field day every year. Best of luck to Alex at LASALLE!
Ethan loves playing soccer at TFA as his team's goalie. He also enjoys football, video games, drawing, and archery. His favorite TV shows are The Office and Friends. Ethan's favorite memory at St. John's is the 8th grade volleyball game. Best of luck to Ethan at MOELLER!
Miranda enjoys playing soccer, volleyball, and basketball. She also loves to read, watch Netflix, and hang out with her friends.Miranda’s favorite memory of St. John’s is the 8th grade field trip to Camp Kern. Best of luck to Miranda at BADIN!
Dutch has played some soccer and basketball during his time at St. John's although his favorite has been playing indoor soccer with his friends from school. He also enjoys taking things apart and putting them back together and playing video games. Dutch's favorite memory of St. John's is the obstacle course at field day every year. Best of luck to Dutch at BADIN!
Michael loves playing baseball with the Ohio Redlegs and the Warren County Warthogs along with playing basketball, and soccer. His very favorite thing to do is hang out with his friends. Michael also enjoys playing with his dogs, video games, and listening to music all the time. Michael's favorite St. John's memory is the 8th grade vs. teachers volleyball game. Best of luck to Michael at ST. XAVIER!
Madison is a soccer player and also enjoys exercising, sewing, watching murder mysteries on television, slumber parties, hanging out with friends, playing with her dog Callie, and making s’mores in her backyard fire pit. Her favorite memory of St. John’s is her 8th grade field trip to Camp Kern. She loved the obstacle courses and being outside all day. Best of luck to Madison at BADIN!