SJHS Newsletter 1.11.26

Weekly Highlights:

• See our SJHS Calendar or the Clubs Connection and Sports Highlights sections of our newsletter for this week's event dates & times!
• We are looking for qualified applicants for our two openings--see the flier below for more information on how to apply!
• Special Education Teacher Aide
• Head Varsity Football Coach

Future Events - Save the Dates:

• January 19 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day / No School
• January 19 - Park & Potholes National Day of Service (see flier in Clubs Connection)
• January 20 - Site Council Meeting in the Library
• January 21 - NHS Vitalant Blood Drive in Auditorium Lobby (see flier in Clubs Connection)
• February 10 - Real Life Reads Book Club (see flier in Clubs Connection)

Dear SJHS Families,

As we begin the second week of the new semester, I want to take a moment to highlight something important about the way our school is supported. This year marks our second year qualifying as a Title I school, and I have realized that many families may not know what that means or how it benefits our students. Because clarity and partnership are core to who we are at St. Johns High School, I want to share a brief overview of how Title I supports and strengthens our school community.

Title I is a federal program that provides additional resources to schools to help ensure every student has access to a high‑quality education. These funds allow us to expand learning opportunities and provide extra support where it is most needed.

At SJHS, Title I funding helps us:

• Offer small‑group instruction and targeted academic support

• Provide intervention opportunities

• Purchase classroom materials, technology, and instructional resources

• Invest in professional learning so teachers can continue to grow and meet the diverse needs of our students

I also want to reassure families that Title I is not a label placed on students, nor does it change course expectations or graduation requirements. Instead, it strengthens our school as a whole and helps us ensure that every student has the tools, support, and opportunities they need to succeed.

Family partnership is an essential part of Title I. Throughout the year, we will share opportunities for you to learn more, offer feedback, and stay involved in your child’s education. Your voice matters, and your engagement makes a meaningful difference. We will be addressing Title I related topics more specifically at our Site Council meeting on January 20 at 6:00 PM in the high school library. If you are interested in learning more, you are invited to attend or to review our meeting minutes posted following the meeting on our Site Council page of our school website.

Thank you for your continued support of St. Johns High School. When we work together, we create the best possible learning environment for our students.

With gratitude,

Mrs. Mo

by Bianca Diaz

We are officially one week back from Christmas break, and it’s great to see students settling back into their routines. Daily attendance and punctuality play a huge role in student success—every school day matters, and arriving on time helps students start the day focused and ready to learn. As we begin a new year and a new semester, it’s a perfect time for new motivations, new goals, and positive changes. Let’s make 2026 a fresh start by committing to being at school every day and on time. Small changes now can lead to big successes throughout the year!

Quarter 3 Incentive: No Tardy Party

To encourage positive attendance habits, the class with the fewest tardies and absences during Quarter 3 will win the No Tardy Party! This incentive promotes accountability, teamwork, and school pride while recognizing students who prioritize attendance and punctuality.

Parents/Guardians/Community Members: If you would like to help or donate rewards to our students for good or improved attendance, please fill out the form below.

with Mr. Johnson

The following information was sent out to all seniors and their parents last month, but as a reminder, ALL seniors must set up time to meet with Mr. Johnson in the Career Center ASAP. If you are planning on attending college after graduation, the following steps need to be completed:

1. Apply to your colleges of choice.

2. Complete the FAFSA -- MUST be completed by both student and parent before colleges will award scholarships.

3. Send high school transcripts to each college of choice.

4. Complete your ECAP.

5. Apply to all scholarships available.

Note: Colleges have already started to award scholarships. Once they award their scholarship money financial aid availability will be limited. The sooner you apply the better.

I will be sharing scholarship opportunities as soon as I receive them for both local and national organizations, so please watch your email inbox. To search what scholarships are available, visit: https://studentscholarships.org/

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thank you,

• Monday, January 12 - 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM in Mrs. Johnson's Classroom

• Tuesday, January 13 - 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM in the Library

• Wednesday, January 14 - 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM in Mrs. Kelley's Classroom

• January 21, 2026 at 10:00 - 3:00 PM in the Auditorium Lobby
• Schedule your appointment by scanning the QR code, calling the number, or visiting the website on the flier

Our student athletes have a busy week ahead! Here are the upcoming events:

• January 9-10: Wrestling @ Round Valley Shelby Ray Invitational
• January 10: Girls & Boys Basketball vs. Hopi @ SJ
• January 12: Girls & Boys Basketball vs. Mogollon @ SJ, Freshman Girls vs. Snowflake
• January 13: Girls & Boys Basketball @ NPA, Flagstaff
• January 15: Girls & Boys Basketball vs. Pinon @ SJ
• January 16-17: Spiritline at State Competition in Phoenix
• January 16-17: Wrestling @ Winslow, Doc Wright Invitational
• January 16: Girls & Boys JV Basketball @ Pima
• January 17: Girls & Boys Basketball vs. Morenci @ SJ

With so many home games, we hope you'll come out and support our teams!

Good luck students--in all of your games/meets/competitions and in staying on top of your schoolwork! You represent SJHS well!

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