Jog Alert #1

St. John School Jog-a-thon – Let the Fundraising Begin!

St. John School is Celebrating 100 Years of Faith, Academics, and Community.  We’re excited to start off the school’s centennial year with our annual fundraiser, the St. John School Jog-a-thon, presented by Springfree Trampoline!  Jog-a-thon will take place September 21-23.  Students in PreK through 8th grade are encouraged to participate in this fun fall fundraiser which helps support the school’s annual operating budget.  Rain or shine, students will run/walk a course in and around campus at a scheduled time from September 21-23.  Be sure to read the 2022 Jog-a-thon information packet for details on scheduled jog times, PRIZES, and more!

Fundraising will run through September 30.   Jog-a-thon donations are collected through the school’s personalized webpage at 99Pledges.  Our fundraising goal is $100,000.  You should have received an email from 99Pledges with a link to your student’s pledge page.  Simply share your link with friends and family and make your flat or per lap donation.  If you don’t receive a link, you can search and find your student’s page here.  Students of families with $150 or more in donations by Friday September 9, will be entered into a $25 Scrip raffle.  Another Scrip raffle will be held on Friday September 16.  Turn in your coupon (included with Jog packet) to your homeroom teacher for a chance to win!

Volunteers Needed

We will need a few volunteers to help us on Jog-a-thon days.  Sign up here to help our school have a successful and fun event!  Please refer to the Jog-a-thon packet for your child’s scheduled run time.

Jog-a-thon Shirts

T-shirts will be sent home the week of September 12.

Thank You Sponsors!

St. John School Jog-a-Thon, presented by Springfree Trampoline

2022 Jog-a-Thon – Save the Dates

We are looking forward to our 10th annual Jog-a-Thon, presented by Springfree Trampoline! Fundraising will kick off on Friday, September 9th.  Look for an email from 99Pledges with a link to your child’s fundraising page.  Jog-a-thon will take place September 21 – September 23.  More information to come! Please check back in early September.

Thank You Sponsors!

Jog-Alert #4

St. John School Jog-a-thon presented by Atlas Construction Specialties

Students worked hard last week at the 9th annual St. John School Jog-a-thon!  Parents, students, and volunteers, your enthusiasm and support made this year’s Jog-a-thon another success.  Congratulations on a job well done!  Fundraising ends on October 1, and we’re aiming for 100% participation.  Currently, the total amount raised is over $104,000!  Thank you St. John Community for your generous donations.  Visit our 99Pledges homepage to make your donation or to view the latest class standings.

Prizes

Jog-a-thon Celebration Day will on Thursday, October 14.  There are several prizes up for grabs:

    • Springfree Trampoline – Back again this year!  For every $200 raised per family, your family name will be added to a raffle to win a Springfree Trampoline.  Increase your odds of winning…your family will earn an additional raffle entry for every $50 donation beyond $200.  Turn in your donations by October 1st.  Drawing will be held on October 14.  Thank you, Springfree Trampoline!
    • Punish the Principals – Back by popular demand, the GRADE that raises the most money by October 1 will get to punish Principal O’Leary and Vice Principal Kelley with water balloons!  3rd grade – you are in the lead, followed by 7th grade and 1st grade!
    • Cash Grabbin’ Gecko – Families with over $300 in donations by October 1 qualify students to participate in the popular Cash Grabbin’ Gecko game on October 14.
    • Free Dress Day – You have earned a FREE DRESS day for exceeding our fundraising goal of $80,000!  Free dress for the school will be on Jog-a-thon Celebration Day, Thursday, October 14.

Thank You Volunteers 

Thank you to the many volunteers who came out to help during Jog-a-thon week.  We could not have done it without you!  Thank you:  Emily Fazio, Justin Dempsey-Chiam, Lynne Houserman, John Houserman, Allan Quiaoit, Ellen McLaughlin, Aleah Valley, Nick Valley, Paige McNerthney, Sarah Gattis, Andrea Roff, Melissa Riddington, Paige Werner, Anne Gerich, Sara Dean, Robin Vega, Ciara Byars, Alan Byars, Josh Coolbaugh, Amy Vithayathil, Maile Sullivan, Kim Angelis, Kara Dacquisto, Andrew Exnicios, Lauren Exnicios, Shannon Clarke, Lauren Schiltz, Alicia Brink, Witney Williams, Sonya Heltshe, Angela Dunleavy, Trisha Quigley, Madeline Pennington, Jennifer Bergman, Celina Glassburn, Sam Glassburn, Jessica Christofferson, Debbie Oximana, Georgina Murphy, Steve Seitz, Lisa Mendenhall, Ali Feary, Kelly Kasper, Rachel Lambert, Kathy Beck.  Our apologies to anyone we might have missed, but we truly appreciate all who volunteered their time.  A special thank you to our 2021 Jog-a-thon Team: Brandi Dagg, Tracy Smith, and Sue Pierce!

Thank You Sponsors

 

Jog-Alert #2

St. John School Jog-a-thon presented by Atlas Construction Specialties

Jog-a-thon is next week!  Students in Pre-K through 8th grade will run/walk a course on and around campus during a scheduled time from September 22 – 24.  Parents are encouraged to come and cheer on their kids!  View the Jog-a-thon schedule here to find out what day and time your child(ren) will be running.  In case you missed it, watch the 2021 Jog-a-thon kick-off video and make sure to read the 2021 Jog-a-thon information packet for details on scheduled jog times, PRIZES and more!

Fundraising Status
Thank you St. John families and friends!  We have raised over $50,000 toward our goal of $80,000.  Jog-a-thon donations are collected through our personalized webpage at 99Pledges.  You should have received an email on September 8 from 99Pledges with a link to your student’s pledge page. Simply share your link with friends and family and make your flat or per lap donation. If you don’t receive a link, you can search and find your student’s page here.

Prizes

    • $25 Scrip Raffle – Students of families with $150 or more in donations by this Friday, September 17 will be entered into a $25 scrip raffle.  Turn in your coupon to your homeroom teacher.
    • Jog-a-thon Theme Song – The CLASS with the most donations by 12 noon on Monday, September 20 will choose the 2021 Jog-a-thon theme song.  Mr. Bretz’ 8th grade class is currently in the lead followed closely by Mrs. Traywick’s 3rd grade class and Mr. Tice’s 7th grade class! 
    • Springfree Trampoline – Back again this year!  For every $200 raised per family, your family name will be added to a raffle to win a Springfree Trampoline.  Increase your odds of winning…your family will earn an additional raffle entry for every $50 donation beyond $200.  Turn in your donations by October 1st.  Thank you, Springfree Trampoline!
    • Cash Grabbin’ Gecko – Families with over $300 in donations by October 1st qualify students to participate in the popular Cash Grabbin’ Gecko game.
    • Punish the Principals – Back by popular demand, the GRADE that raises the most money by October 1st will get to punish Principal O’Leary and Vice Principal Kelley with water balloons!  7th Grade – you are in the lead!  8th grade and 3rd grade aren’t far behind! 
    • Free Dress Day for the school if we meet our goal of $80,000 by October 1st.

Volunteers Needed

Thank you to those who have already signed up to volunteer.  We need a few more volunteers to help us on Jog-a-thon days.  Sign up here to help our school have a successful and fun event!  Please see the Run Schedule for your child’s scheduled jog time.

Jog-a-thon T-shirts
Shirts will be sent home on Wednesday, September 15.  Students, color your shirts and prepare to dress crazy for Jog-a-thon day!

Thank You Sponsors!

 

Jog-Alert #1

Let Your Imagination Run Free! The St. John School Jog-a-thon presented by Atlas Construction Specialties will take place September 22 – 24.   Students in Pre-K through 8th grade are encouraged to participate in this fun fundraiser for St. John School. Rain or shine, students will run/walk a course in and around campus at a scheduled time from September 22 – 24.   Check out the 2021 Jog-a-thon kick-off video and make sure to read the 2021 Jog-a-thon information packet for details on scheduled jog times, PRIZES and more!

Fundraising Starts Today!
Jog-a-thon donations are collected through our personalized webpage at 99Pledges.  Our goal is to raise $80,000.  Today you will receive an email from 99Pledges with a link to your student’s pledge page. Simply share your link with friends and family and make your flat or per lap donation. If you don’t receive a link, you can search and find your student’s page here.  Students of families with $150 or more in donations by this Friday, September 10 will be entered into a $25 scrip raffle.  Turn in your coupon to your homeroom teacher.

Volunteers Needed

We will need a few volunteers to help us on Jog-a-thon days.  Sign up here to help our school have a successful and fun event!  Please refer to the Jog-a-thon packet for your child’s scheduled jog time.

Jog-a-thon T-shirts
Shirts will be distributed to students during the week of September 13. 

Thank You Sponsors!

 

St. John School Jog-a-Thon, presented by Atlas Construction Specialties

2021 Jog-a-Thon – Save the Dates! 

We are looking forward to our 9th annual Jog-a-Thon, presented by Atlas Construction Specialties! Fundraising will kick off on Wednesday, September 8th.  Look for an email from 99Pledges with a link to your child’s fundraising page.  Jog-a-thon will take place September 22 – September 24.  Please read the Jog-a-thon Information packet that was distributed at your child’s Meet ‘n Greet for additional information on dates, prizes, and more!

Thank You Sponsors!

 

 

 

2021 Jog-a-thon News

Art Contest

Thank you to all the wonderful St. John artists who participated in the Jog-a-thon art contest. Over 100 students submitted art! Congratulations to Abbey S (t-shirt), Stella F and Lizah M (sticker), Mary B (poster) and Audri G (poster)!

Sponsorship
There is still time to become a sponsor for our 9th annual Jog-a-thon fundraiser.  This event will take place during the week of September 20th.  Sign up now and your business generosity will be publicly recognized to our entire community in newsletters, website mentions, social media, banners, and more. Your business logo and/or name will appear on the t-shirts of over 525 St. John students.  There is a sponsorship level to meet everyone’s needs for this fun fall event!   Please see the sponsorship summary of levels and agreement form for more information or contact Andrea Marquez at fundraising@st-johnschool.org with questions. Sponsorship deadline is July 16.

Thank You Sponsors 

Presenting Sponsor

Atlas Construction Specialties

Trampoline Sponsor       

Springfree Trampoline

Premier Logo Sponsor

Carter Subaru

Logo Sponsor

Valley & Company Events

GPT Greenwood Physical Therapy

Animal Surgical & Orthopedic Center

Smile Ballard

Nutty Squirrel Gelato

Turnstyle

Folktown Counseling

Evans Insurance

International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 19

The Shameless Mom Academy

Name Sponsor                                                                                                            Overland Real Estate

Rocket Dog Care

Thank you to our fantastic Jog-a-thon Team – Brandi Dagg, Tracy Smith, and Sue Pierce.

Email the Jog-a-thon team at fundraising@st-johnschool.org if you have any questions.

 

 

2021 Jog-a-thon News

2021 Jog-a-thon Art Contest
We need your artwork for the 2021 St. John School Jog-a-thon!  All students grades PK-7 are encouraged to submit artwork for this fall fundraising event.  Three designs will be chosen to represent the 2021 Jog-a-thon (t-shirt, sticker, poster).  Please scan and send your artwork to fundraising@st-johnschool.org OR drop off at the Snoopy Library box outside of the main school entrance by Friday, May 28th.  We look forward to seeing your designs!
          • Winners will receive a Scrip card of their choice for $25!
          • Artwork should be hand drawn by the student in one-color ink.
Jog-a-thon Sponsors 

Would you like to sponsor the 2021 St. John School Jog-a-thon! This fantastic event is a well publicized cause for your business to sponsor.  Your business name and logo will appear on the tee shirts of over 500 St. John students. Your business’ generosity will be publicly recognized to our entire community in newsletters, website mentions, banners, and more. There is a sponsorship level to meet everyone’s needs! Please see the sponsorship summary of levels and agreement form for more information or contact Andrea Marquez (fundraising@st-johnschool.org ) with questions.  We look forward to making this a great Jog-a-thon with your support!

Thank You Sponsors

Springfree Trampoline

Logo Level                                                                                                                       Valley & Company Events                                                                                               GPT Greenwood Physical Therapy                                                                             Animal Surgical & Orthopedic Center                                                                           Smile Ballard                                                                                                                     Nutty Squirrel Gelato

Email the Jog-a-thon team at fundraising@st-johnschool.org if you have any questions.

 

 

Jog-Alert #4

It’s Jog-a-thon week!  Please review the Jog-a-thon Day-Of Checklist and Map.  You can also enjoy this Jog-a-thon Special Report with everything you need to know!  Double check the running schedules for your child’s assigned day and time.*  Good luck runners! See you out there!

Preschool Running Schedule
Primary (K – 2) Running Schedule
Intermediate (3 – 5) Running Schedule
Middle (6 – 8) Running Schedule

Jog-a-thon Day-Of Checklist

Jog-a-thon Map

Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate schedule change requests.  Families who are unable to come to campus at their scheduled time or who elect to stay at home can still participate!  Send your child’s timed 20-minute run/walk distance to fundraising@st-johnschool.org, and we will convert your distance to laps.

Jog-a-thon Attire

Remember to color and decorate your shirts and wear your masks!  Students, teachers, and families are encouraged to dress crazy for Jog-a-thon!  Wear crazy socks, athletic wear, and hair.  The crazier the better!

Fundraising Status

We have raised over $74,000 toward our goal of $80,000!  Check out our 99Pledges homepage for our latest standings and remember to share your child’s donation page with friends and family!

“Mystery Award”

We are excited to reveal that the Mystery Award is “PUNISH THE PRINCIPALS!”  The grade that raises the most money will get to punish Principal O’Leary and Vice Principal Kelley with water balloons!  Get your donations in to win this awesome award!  Currently in the lead for this prize is 8th grade, but 6th grade and 4th grade are not far behind!

More Prizes!

  • $300 in family donations by October 9, qualifies for Cash Grabbing Gecko surprise!
  • Movie and popcorn home delivery package to the class that runs the most laps
  • Recognition given to the top boy and girl runners in each grade
  • Trampoline News!   Yes, they are back!  Our fantastic sponsor, Springfree Trampoline will add your family’s name in a raffle when you reach $200 in pledges raised by your family for a chance to win a Springfree Trampoline!  Increase your odds of winning:  Your family will earn an additional raffle entry for every $50 donation above $200.  Turn in your donations by October 9.

Thank You 2020 Jog-a-thon Team!
Brandi Dagg, Tracy Smith, Gigi Vasko, Nick & Aleah Valley

Thank You Sponsors!

Jog-Alert #3

It’s almost Jog-a-thon week, and we look forward to seeing our runners out on the course beginning Tuesday, September 29, through Friday, October 2.  Students will run/walk in small groups within their own grade and class.

Running Schedules, Jog-a-thon Day-Of Checklist, and Jog Map

Preschool Running Schedule
Primary (K – 2) Running Schedule
Intermediate (3 – 5) Running Schedule
Middle (6 – 8) Running Schedule

Jog-a-thon Day-Of Checklist

Jog-a-thon Map

Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate schedule change requests.  Families who are unable to come to campus at their scheduled time or who elect to stay at home can still participate!  Send your child’s timed 20-minute run/walk distance to fundraising@st-johnschool.org, and we will convert your distance to laps.

Jog-a-thon Attire

Remember to color and decorate your shirts and bring your masks!  Students, teachers, and families are encouraged to dress crazy for Jog-a-thon!  Wear crazy socks, athletic wear, and hair.  The crazier the better!

Fundraising Status

We have raised over $65,000 toward our goal of $80,000!  Check out our 99Pledges homepage for our latest standings and remember to share your child’s donation page with friends and family!

Mystery Award!

We are excited to reveal that the Mystery Award is “PUNISH THE PRINCIPALS!”  The grade that raises the most money will get to punish Principal O’Leary and Vice Principal Kelley with water balloons!  Get your donations in to win this awesome award!  Currently in the lead for this prize is 6th grade, but 8th grade and Kindergarten are not far behind!

More Prizes!

  • Get your pledges in!  $150 in family donations qualifies your student to be entered into our final Scrip raffle drawing tomorrow, September 25.
  • $300 in family donations by October 9, qualifies for Cash Grabbing Gecko surprise!
  • Leading class ($) by September 25, at 10am gets to pick the 2020 Jog-a-thon Theme Song.  With less than $100 difference, Ms. Sullivan’s class is currently in the lead, followed closely by Mr. Thomas’s then Miss Murray’s classes!
  • Movie and popcorn home delivery package to the class that runs the most laps
  • Recognition given to the top boy and girl runners in each grade

Trampoline News!     Yes, they are back!  Our fantastic sponsor, Springfree Trampoline will add your family’s name in a raffle when you reach $200 in pledges raised by your family for a chance to win a Springfree Trampoline!  Increase your odds of winning:  Your family will earn an additional raffle entry for every $50 donation above $200.  Turn in your donations by October 9.

Thank You 2020 Jog-a-thon Team!
Brandi Dagg, Tracy Smith, Gigi Vasko, Nick & Aleah Valley

Thank You Sponsors!