Why

SJNCS ? Because…

Saint John Neumann Catholic School provides a quality Catholic education, rooted in the Gospel, committed to academic excellence, Catholic faith formation, and service to others, developing active community members who model Christianity in both words and actions.

Mission Statement

We are…

Faith

A Catholic school, a ministry of St. John Neumann Parish

Made up of families that sacrifice to give their children an education that supports the faith that is shared at home

Staff and families that work together to form a Christian community of faith

Eagles Fai th Formation

Daily Religion class (Core subject)

Daily prayers

Daily Angelus

Weekly school mass

Prayer services

Community Service

Retreats

T h e o f o u r C u r r i c u l u m

We are…

Academic

Excellence

Curriculum Tailored… To meet children’s individual strengths

Emphasis on Catholic values

Rigorous academic program

Follows Office of Catholic Schools Standards

Differentiated small group instruction

Full time teacher assistants in PK3- 1st grade

Workshop for ESE students (fee based)

Eagle Prep (5th – 8th) Honors and Prep tracks

S.T.R.E.A.M. infused curriculum

Core Classes

Student-Teacher Ratio

Full time teacher assistants in Early Childhood

• PK3 = 10:1 | PK4 = 12:1 | Kinder = 15:1

• 1st Grade = 17:1 | 2nd Grade 17:1

Small math classes PK3 through 2nd grades = 17:1

Reading Intervention small groups = 6:1

Small group Math and science 3rd & 4th Grades = 18:1

Eagle Prep 5th to 8th Honors and Prep tracks = 19:1

Workshop: pull-out program

Early Childhood

Builds Early Language and Literacy

Strong math foundation

Thematic planning

Encourages parental involvement

Focus on cognitive, social, physical and spiritual growth

Activities expand learning and social skills

EAGLE PREP

Middle school: 5th – 8th grades

1:1 iPads

Google Education School

Promote student responsibility, ownership and goal setting

Honors track and Prep tracks

Robotics program

Digital Design program

Higher concentration of S.T.R.E.A.M. infused projects

S.T.R.E.A.M . P k 4 t o 8 t h G r a d e s

Science | Technology | Religion | Engineering | Arts | Math

Cross-curricular

Infused in the curriculum

Dedicated Fridays

Project based learning

Real-world challenges

Out of the box thinking

Team Learning

Small Groups

THE WHOLE CHILD P k 3 – 8 t h

Art

Music

Physical Education

World Language • Spanish for English Speakers

• Spanish for Spanish Speakers

Digital Design (8th Grade)

Robotics

• 5th to 8th grade classes

• After-school club

We are…

The Future of

Catholic Education

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We are…

Family and

Community …

Student Life Extra-Curricular Activities

Art Club

Robotics Club

Sign Language Club

Homework Club

Tech Squad

After-School Athletics

Sacred Heart Reach Out

Three Little Birds Academy

Altar Servers

Ushers

Eagles Choir

Eagles Wings Musical

Ensemble

Student Council

Scouts

Sol Sports Academy

Family Life Family Commitment Program

Grandparents Day

Proactive Parent Workshops

Parish Pastoral Institute

Body, Mind & Spirit Prayer Group

St. Anne’s Nursing Home visits

Live Like Bella Sock Hop

Family Matters Ministry

5K Family Fun Day

Fishing Tourney/ End of Year Party

TraditionOur graduates come home

They choose SJNCS for their

children

They know firsthand the

importance of their faith and an

excellent Catholic education

OUR PROMISE TO

YOU…

The Saint John Neumann Catholic School graduate

upon graduation, will demonstrate the qualities of

spirituality, excellence in academics, leadership and

character.

Success… “Our scholars are our athletes, and our athletes

are our scholars”

SJNCS graduates always get into the high

school of their choice

SJNCS graduates stand out in high school and

beyond

SJNCS graduates are prepared

School Hours: 7:50 to 3:00 p.m.

PK3 to 1st Grade: 7:50 to 2:45 p.m.

Lunch: Nutrilicious healthy lunch service

Monday to Thursday

Fridays’ Pizza Lunch

After -school care till 6:00 p.m.

Occupational and Speech therapy Services

• In-house

• Specialists sub-contracted through SJNCS

Apply Online: www.SJNCS.org

$180 Non-refundable Application/Screening Fee

• PK3 to K: Parents will be called for a screening appointment

• 1st to 7th: Entrance exam on assigned Shadow Day

Upon Acceptance: Notification letters go out in February

• $450 Registration Fee

ESE Application:

• If your child has been tested and requires ESE services, an ESE online application is required

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