FAMILY CONNECTION | May 6, 2021
FAMILY CONNECTION | May 13, 2021
President Rick Davis '79 speaks to our Class of 2021 as they prepare to graduate from St. John Vianney High School on Saturday.
Prayer Warriors Needed
We invite you join us the week of May 17 to spend time with the Blessed Sacrament, praying for those suffering in our community and for your own intentions.
Please register to spend a half hour or more in our chapel Monday-Friday, May 17-21, between 8:30 am-2:30 pm.
We ask that you keep the following members of our school community in your prayers:
  • Wendy Brown, wife of staff Scott Brown '84
  • Ramon Gallardo '21
  • Jack Prange '21
  • Faculty John Mohr
  • Jack Higgins '25
  • Bob Schnur '79, husband of staff Elaine Schnur
  • Andrew Knirr '21
  • Karen Gauvain, wife of faculty Dave Gauvain
Junior & Senior Final Grades
Final grades for Juniors and Seniors are now available in Blackbaud. Visit "Transcripts" or "Report cards" under the "Progress" tab. We recommend printing a copy for your records.
School Schedule
There are NO CLASSES tomorrow, May 14, so Freshman and Sophomore can take the PreACT. Students should bring a calculator and pencils; they may bring a water bottle and snack.
  • Testing | 8:15-11 am with EARLY DISMISSAL at 11 am
  • Extended-Time Testing | 7:35-11:10 am with EARLY DISMISSAL at 11:10 am
Freshman & Sophomore Finals
Freshmen and Sophomores are expected to take all exams in person and may leave campus as soon as they complete their exams for the day. Please plan your transportation accordingly.
Thursday, May 27
  • 8:15-9:35 am | A Period
  • 9:40-11 am | B Period

Extended-Time Exams
  • 7:35-9:35 am | A Period
  • 9:40-11:40 am | B Period
Friday, May 28
  • 8:15-9:35 am | C Period
  • 9:40-11 am | D Period

Extended-Time Exams
  • 7:35-9:35 am | C Period
  • 9:40-11:40 am | D Period
Bestselling author John O'Leary spoke to grades 9-11 on Monday. The recording of his presentation is available through mid-June.
Campus Detour
The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod is sealing and striping its parking lots May 17-20 with a rain date of May 24-27. You can access our campus from Big Bend Road if the entrance from Kirkwood Road is blocked.
Class of 2021 Events
  • Graduation Practice - Friday, May 14, 11 am-12 pm. Arrive in casual attire. Graduation tickets will be distributed.
  • Baccalaureate Mass - Friday, May 14, 7 pm in the Fieldhouse
  • Graduation - Saturday, May 15, 7 pm at Don Heeb Stadium; moves to the Fieldhouse with just parents in the event of inclement weather
  • Senior Lock In - Saturday, May 15, 10:30 pm-5 am on campus for registered Seniors. Masks required.
  • Prom - Wednesday, May 26, 6:30 pm at Andre's West for registered couples. Mask required.
Senior Class Quilt
Congratulations to Will Hoffman '21 and his mom, winners of the senior class quilt. This beloved tradition is made possible by Vianney's Alumni Moms Club.
Course Registration
Registration for the 2021-2022 school year continues:
  • Juniors who have NOT submitted their signed Course Request Sheets will have their classes assigned for them.
  • Sophomores should submit their signed Course Request Sheets to their counselors by Monday, May 17.
  • Freshmen are beginning to meet with their counselors. Course Request Sheets are due as soon as selections have been reviewed and signed by parents.

If you have any questions, please contact your student's counselor.
Used Textbook Sale
Parents' Club has tentatively set the Used Book Sale for Saturday, June 26, 8-11 am in the Faculty Parking Lot. The date will be confirmed once student schedules are published.
Summer Service Hours
Still need service hours? We need Vianney students to assist at Griffin Club during our summer camps with morning and afternoon shifts available. Please contact Jessie Hebrank at jhebrank@vianney.com or 965-4853 x250 for more information.
Griffin Café Help Wanted
Griffin Café has volunteer openings as well as a paid position for the 2021-2022 school year. Please contact Chris Amelung at camelung@vianney.com if interested.
Griffin Gear Volunteers
We welcome parents to assist with the school store. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Tim McVey at tmcvey@vianney.com.
Student Job Opportunities
Olive + Oak is looking for events setup crew members and bussers. To learn more about this student employment opportunity as well as others, visit the job board posted in 200 Hall.
2021-2022 School Calendar
Key dates for the 2021-2022 school year are posted but are subject to change.
Golf Tournament
The 14th Annual Lt. Daniel P. Riordan Memorial Golf Tournament at Forest Park Golf Course is Friday, June 4. All proceeds benefit the Lt. Daniel P. Riordan Scholarship at Vianney.
Father/Son Scramble
Students and their dads are invited to a Father/Son Scramble on Father's Day, Sunday, June 20, at Forest Park Golf Course. It is $200 for a 2-man team with proceeds benefitting the Alumni Association Scholarship.
Home Health Screenings
We ask parents to perform a health screening at home before students leave for school. If a student exhibits any symptoms, he should remain at home and attend classes online if possible.
COVID Vaccine
If your student is fully vaccinated, please send a copy of his vaccination card to our school nurse at nurse@vianney.com. Vianney is following St. Louis County's guidelines with the quarantine period of 10 days. If a student with the vaccine is exposed to COVID, the quarantine period could be adjusted.

Visit the St. Louis County website for vaccine information for those 12 and older, including CDC approval for 12- to 15-year-olds to receive the Pfizer vaccine.
Parent Workshop
Places for People is hosting free sessions called Parenting During & Beyond the Pandemic on May 17 and 24 from 5-6 pm.
Straight A Baseball Tickets
The Cardinals will honor ticket vouchers from last year for games this season and next once the stadium is open for 100% capacity. Vouchers were mailed April 2020 and cannot be replaced. Students qualifying this year will receive their vouchers in the mail by late-May. Contact Dennis Matreci at dmatreci@vianney.com if you have questions.
College JumpStart | Class of 2022
Juniors participated in a career exploration activity as part of their retreat this week. Students should follow up with their counselors if they have any questions.

Student Services offers our Class of 2022 the College JumpStart program at no cost. After attending, students will have applied to at least one college, searched for college scholarships, and better understand the college application process. 

Session 1: Monday-Tuesday, August 2-3 | 12:30-2:30 pm
Session 2: Monday-Tuesday, August 9-10 | 10:00 am-12:00 pm

Please select your session preference.
Class of 2022 Scholarships
The BBB Student of Ethics Award offers a $2,500 scholarship for rising Seniors. Submit an online form, essay, and other materials by June 8. Request your letter of recommendation from a teacher and your transcript from Dennis Matreci.
Class of 2023 PSAT
The PSAT is optional for Juniors but encouraged for any student who wants to be considered for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Rising Juniors can take the exam on October 16 with PSAT registration due May 21.
All Juniors take a Practice ACT on October 13.
ACT Prep Course  
If you would like to prepare for the June 12 ACT, Sarah Kheriaty is hosting courses. It is $350 per student with a $50 discount if a sibling previously took her course.
NCAA Eligibility
Seniors planning to play a Division I or II NCAA sport in college must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Once registered, please contact Adam Erickson at aerickson@vianney.com to have your transcript sent to the NCAA. Transcripts cannot be sent unless the student is registered.
Visit Griffins TV for our livestreamed games.
Visit our Athletics Calendar for the latest game information as dates and times are subject to change.
MARIANIST MOMENT
Blessed William Joseph Chaminade
"Faith in Jesus Christ: To know God and God’s Son, Jesus Christ, is life eternal; that is, to have the knowledge which our faith gives us of God and of His Son, Jesus Christ, is to be on the way to eternal life. Our faith in Jesus Christ consists in knowing truly in our hearts that He is the Son of God. Let us love to repeat endlessly these words of eternal life which Saint Peter spoke, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Mt 16:16).
In Memoriam
Please pray for the repose of the souls of our dearly departed, including Brenda Forck, grandmother of Matthew '20 and Benjamin Heizer '25.
We invite you to submit prayer requests, including any special intentions.