School Newsletter

August 12, 2026

Important Dates & Events

8/16 - 11:30am Blessing of Backpacks Mass in the church followed by Back to School Event in the school

8/19 - First Day of School for K-8 - 1pm Dismissal No Extended Day!

8/19 - Tears and Cheers for Parents after drop off in the PAR - Thanks PSO!

8/20 - Preschool Teddy Bear Picnic - Teacher Meet and Greet - see details below

8/23 - Preschool Bike Parade - 4:30-5:30pm - North Parking Lot

8/24 - Preschool First of School

9/1 - Kindergarten Parent Info Night - 6:00-6:30pm Room 22 Parish Center

9/1 - New Parent Orientation - 6:30-7:30pm Room 22 Parish Center

9/3 - JH Curriculum Night

9/7 - Labor Day

9/10 - PSO Meeting - 7:30am in the PAR

9/10 - Elementary Curriculum Night

9/14 - Picture Day

9/18 - Mass of the Holy Spirit - 9:30am at the Cathedral of St. Raymond - info below

9/25 - SJA Charger Open - please visit https://26chargeropen.givesmart.com/

***Please note this is not inclusive of all events and activities at our school. Always refer to FACTS for a complete school calendar. ***

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Mass Times

Car Line Rules of Safety

Students in grades Preschool 3 to 3rd grade are dropped off in the SOUTH LOT - enter off Division Street. Students in grades 4-8 are dropped off in the NORTH LOT - enter off Front Street. Families who have students in both age groups may drop off all students in the Sout Lot.

Only cross car the car line at the Pedestrian Crosswalk.
Students should exit vehicles on the passenger side and at the unloading zone only.
Drivers shall remain in their vehicles.
Stay in line
Cell phone use while in car line is prohibited.

The above Safety Rules are in place to ensure that the drop-off and pick-up of your children can be done in safe and timely manner. The safety of our students, your children, is always of utmost importance to SJA and the close proximity to motor vehicles has inherent risks that must be managed. Everyone’s assistance is needed for the orderly transfer of your children to and from SJA.

More information

North Lot Map

South Lot Map

First Meeting of the 2026-2027 School Year is Thursday, September 10 at 7:30am in the PAR. All Families are members of the PSO. Hope you can come to this or a future meeting and learn more about how you can be a part of school activities. The button below is a link to more information about
Event Coordinator positions.
Please check it out!

PSO Event Coordinators

The SJA Charger Open brings together alumni, parents, parishioners, neighbors, and friends for a day of golf with a purpose. Help us continue our tradition of excellence while investing in our vision for the future of Catholic education. Join us for a day of fun, friends, and golf on Friday, September 25th. You won't want to miss our Silent Auction and Raffle Packages. Bring your appetite too as breakfast and lunch are provided. Register your foursome or become a sponsor today!

https://26chargeropen.givesmart.com/

News and Announcements

The Meadows Swim Club is extending the opportunity to all our families to attend their annual Rib Fest at a discounted member rate.

Click the graphic for info on how to purchase your tickets.

What's Happening at SJA

Go Chargers

Our Chargers teams need YOU in the stands! Come cheer loud, show your SJA pride, and support our volleyball teams at a home game. Let’s make some noise for our Chargers!

2026 Home Volleyball Game Schedule

Click Here for Uniform Vendor and Ordering Information

Click Here to Register for Extended Day

Click Here to Order Hot Lunch

Click Here to Access the Diocesan Medication Authorization Form

Click Here to Sign up to Volunteer for Hot Lunch

***Reminder: ALL school volunteers, in every capacity, must be Virtus compliant. Please email Mrs Clinnin at clinnin@sjalisle.org with any questions.***

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