Homecoming Court 2026
The Crown. The Court. The Tradition. It's officially HOMECOMING SEASON at Saint John School! We're excited to introduce our 2026 Homecoming Court as we prepare for one of the most memorable weekends of the school year! Mark your calendars: October 22 is the parade, October 23 brings football and the crowning, and October 24 is dance night! Let's bring our Homecoming best Heralds! Front L to R: Caila Mongenel, Sofia Mauri, Marlee Beacom, Scarlett Hill, Ava Knowlton, and Emma Phillips. Back L to R: Andrew Miller, Christian Barbian, Augie Pugliese, Jack Malinowski, Chase Newsome, and John Miller
Students of the Month
STUDENT OF THE MONTH ANNOUNCEMENT: This month, we celebrate students who show us what it means to “Bring Your Best” through their effort, growth, kindness, perseverance, and positive attitude. Student of the Month is about more than grades or athletic ability. It is about trying your best, contributing to our school community, and making daily choices that reflect what it means to be a Herald. Please join us in congratulating: Kindergarten — Magnolia Morici Grade 4 — Kyndall Coleman Grade 7 — Cannon King Grade 12 — Emanuele Fantozzi We are proud of each of you! Thank you for bringing your best and helping make Saint John a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Perfect Season
PERFECT SEASON. HISTORIC HERALDS! 21–0 21 matches. 21 victories. Our Saint John Girls Tennis Team has officially made SCHOOL HISTORY with a PERFECT 21–0 regular season! But these Heralds aren't finished yet! Next stop: Sectionals on September 29 at the College of Wooster. Let's keep making history, ladies
Heralds Bring Your Best
Our 2026-2027 school year theme is Heralds Bring Your Best! Every Day. Every Choice. Every Herald.
February students of the month
Congratulations to our February students of the month. Belaynesh DeBarr (grade 9), Isaac Krueger (grade 2), Harper Jones (grade 3) and Owen Feiler (Pre-K). February students were selected using the 5th beatitude of being merciful. The merciful give what they have themselves received, mercy.
January Students of the Month
Congratulations to our students of the month for January. James Hubbard (KG), Lilliana Mather (Gr 10), Aiden Simons (Gr 6) and Charlotte Dioneff (Gr 1). January focused on those students who live the 4th Beatitude. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled” (Matthew 5:6). He is not talking here about physical food and drink, but instead is speaking about even more important spiritual nourishment. It is a longing after righteousness.
The new playground is here!
Our long awaited brand new state of the art playground is about 90% complete. This wonderful addition to the saint John campus was made possible by several generous donors, some government funds and a very dedicated group of teachers led by project coordinator Ms. Zullo.
Senior Night
Thank you Alyssa, Grace, Olivia, AJ and Izzy for your dedication to your teammates, coaches and school!
Junior High Spelling Bee
Great job to all those students participating in the junior high spelling bee this morning. Congratulations to our Saint John School Champion Lily Perry '28, who will represent Saint John at the County Bee on February 15 at the Ashtabula County Educational Service Center. Runner up was Joleena Needham '30 and Jasper Leas '28 finished third.
Immaculate Conception Liturgy
Please join us for at 9:30 on Friday, December 8 for the Immaculate Conception Liturgy in the gymnasium.
Christmas Concerts
Please join us on Tuesday, December 19 for our grade school Christmas concerts. PK-Grade 2 will take the stage at 10:30 and grades 3-6 will perform at 1:15 pm.
Christmas Nativity Play
Please join us at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, December 12 for the Elementary School Christmas Nativity Play. Please note that this is different from the Elementary Christmas concerts on December 19.
Herald Double Day is November 8
Wednesday, November 8 is Herald Double Day. Donate to the Herald Fund and support Saint John School and our 574 students. Gifts given by Thanksgiving will be matched up to $50,000! Text the word "give" to 440.294.8020 or donate online at www.sjheralds.org/support
Festival of Trees is here!
Join us online for the 30th annual Festival of Trees. Details on how to register and participate are included in the photo attached.
Emma Phillips is All-Ohio!
Freshman cross country runner Emma Phillips recently placed 25th at the D-III State Cross Country Meet to earn All-Ohio recognition.
All Saints & All Souls Day Liturgy
Please join us on campus for the feast of All Saints Liturgy on Wednesday, November 1 at 9:30 am in the high school gymnasium. We will also celebrate the feast of All Souls Liturgy on Thursday, November 2, 7:00 pm in the School Chapel. We will pray for deceased alumni, parents of alumni and all the deceased from the Herald community. All are welcome to attend both.
Regional bound!
For the first time in Saint John School history our girls cross country team has qualified for regional competition.
Grandparents Day Liturgy
Please join us on Wednesday, October 4 for a special Grandparents Day Liturgy on the Feast of Saint Francis. Please note that this replaces the Grandparents Day Liturgy that has historically taken place in May. We would also appreciate your RSVP by October 2 to ensure proper seating. We will also offer a Blessing of the Pets at 6:00 pm at the outdoor pavilion.
Back-to-Back NAC Champs!
Back to back NAC Conference Champs! Our varsity volleyball team defeated Badger in 3 sets last night to secure their second straight undefeated league season and conference championship. Junior Gabbie Johnston also collected her 1,000th career dig last night.
County Champs Again!
The varsity girls tennis team recently captured their 5th County team title in the last 7 years. In what is also believed to be a County first, the girls captured all the flights and every championship spot!
Paint the Gym Orange
Monday, October 2 the volleyball team will host a paint the gym orange night. Orange is for kidney cancer awareness and one of our 3rd graders is currently undergoing treatment for Wilms, a type of kidney cancer. Please come join us for this great cause!
Homecoming 2023
The 2023 Saint John School Homecoming Queen is Izzy Martinez, and the King is Bryson Vennitti. Congratulations Heralds!!
Golf wins Karl Pearson Invitational
The boys golf team could not have started out their season any better. They recently captured the Karl Pearson Invitational, and junior Jack Varckette was the tournament medalist.
New Opportunity for Scholarships
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the budget bill for the next two fiscal year.
An important part of the budget is the expansion of the EdChoice Scholarship Program. Now all families are eligible for the scholarship. The amount is based on a sliding scale. A family of 4 with an income under $135 would be eligible for $ 6,165 for grades K-8 and for $8,407 for grades 9-12. Please contact Mr. Corlew for more information.
Anatomage Table
Eagle of the Cross
The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Eagle of the Cross Award. The Eagle of the Cross was created by the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM), and the yearly award was introduced to the Diocese of Youngstown in 1999. The award is presented to extraordinary upperclassmen in the six counties of the Diocese of Youngstown who model Christian discipleship and exemplify the qualities of moral integrity, prayer, good works and Christian leadership in their school and parish communities. The Most Rev. David J. Bonnar, Bishop of the Diocese of Youngstown, presented the awards at a ceremony on Monday, May 1, 2023 at Saint Columba Cathedral in Youngstown. ASHTABULA COUNTY: Recipients demonstrating outstanding involvement in a diocesan Catholic school: Eva Oster – Saint John School, Ashtabula; Our Lady of Peace Parish, Ashtabula James Severino III – Saint John School, Ashtabula; Our Lady of Peace Parish, Ashtabula Heralds Deepening Faith!
Herald Hall of Fame 2023
Philanthropy Board 2023
Heifer International Project
Lily Perry wins County Spelling Bee!
The Ashtabula County Spelling Bee Champion is Saint John School 7th grader Lily Perry!! The daughter of Kristin Marchewka and Bryon Perry of Geneva, Lily moves on to the final area V competition on March 1 at Hale Road Educational Center, Painesville. Our County champion will compete against the Geauga and Lake County champions for a trip to the National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. Congratulations Lily!
February Students of the Month
Congratulations to our February Students of the Month: Isabella Whitehead '27, Scarlet Kosar '32, Haley Salyan '36 and Kruz Zoretich '30. These students are being recognized for excellence in Habit 5. Understand, then be understood. Listen to how others are feeling. Be respectful of others feelings. Listening without interrupting.
January Students of the Month
Congratulations to our January Students of the Month: Jacob Timonere '23, Mateo Updyke-Rae '34, Jace Parks '35 and Delilah Butler '29. These students were recognized for living Habit 4 of always thinking win-win.
Lily Perry '28 wins Spelling Bee
This morning was our junior high Spelling Bee competition. Congratulations to our Saint John champion Lily Perry '28 (left) and runner-up Allie Johns '29. Lily will represent Saint John at the County Competition in February, with a chance to move on to the Tri-County Bee and beyond!
Three Football Players Recognized
Some end of the season recognition for the Saint John Football Program: Senior Matt Miller (#5) was the Saint John nominee for the Robert L. Wiese Scholar Athlete Award given annually by the Ashtabula County Touchdown Club. Matt was also the recipient of a $500 scholarship presented by the Touchdown Club. Senior defensive back Jimmy Severino (#1) has named honorable mention All-Ohio in D-VII. Senior offensive/defensive lineman Tom Miller (#53) was also named honorable mention All-Ohio in D-VII. Congratulations men!
National Honor Society Induction
The newest members of the Saint John School Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) were inducted on November 14. Congratulations to (L to R): Giana DeCato '23, Emily Gruey '24, Rylee Schor '24, Grace Lockwood '24, Grace DiSalvatore '24, Isabel Martinez '24, Nicholas McClure '24, Mary Catherine Ducro '24, Lisa Bosley '24, Alyssa Cevera '24, Kiden Housel '23, Olivia Sposito '24 and Fallon Luhta '24. Developing Scholarship. Deepening Faith. Inspiring Leadership.
November Students of the Month
The Saint John School students of the month for November: These students focused on Habit 2-Begin with the end in mind. To Begin With the End in Mind means to start every endeavor with clearly defined outcomes. These students have the ability to envision, see potential, and create with their mind what they cannot presently see with their eyes. Pictured L to R: Vinny Church, 4th grade, Pranav Adigopula, PK, Layci Bowman, 2nd grade and Emma Phillips, 8th grade. Congratulations Heralds!!
Herald Double Day!
Today is Herald Double Day! Your gift to the Herald Fund impacts every aspect of the Saint John student experience for each and every one of our 545 students. All gifts received by Thanksgiving will be matched up to $50,000! Text the word "Give" to 440.294.8020 or donate online at www.sjheralds.org/support
Tennis dominates All-County
The entire starting lineup for Saint John Girls Tennis Team has been placed on the first team All-County Tennis Team with seven players being recognized! Singles: Alyssa Cevera, Colleen Andersen and Mickey Zheng. Doubles: Kiden Housel, Christina Bellios, Maddie Blenman and Grace DiSalvatore. Coach Nassief was also named Coach of the year. Congratulations Heralds!!
Students of the Month
Congratulations to this month's leaders and September students of the month. These students are being recognized for always being proactive leaders! Pictured left to right: Kim Roxberry, grade 12, Sebastian Giuliani, grade 1, Sylas Moore, grade 4 and Nicole Zheng, grade 6.
The Sweet 16 and regional bound!
The varsity volleyball team has won the district title again and have qualified for regional play. One of the final 16 teams still playing in the D-IV State tournament, the Heralds will face Wellsville on Thursday, November 3 at Strongsville High School.
ACMC Academy
Seniors Maddie Blenman and Eva Oster successfully completed the ACMC Academy this summer and both received scholarships for their efforts!
Volleyball Seniors
Celebrating our Volleyball Seniors before a 3-0 sweep over Windham. Thank you Madison, Giana, Harley, Eva and Brittaney!
Senior tennis players
Congratulations to our senior tennis players: Kiden Housel, Maddie Blenman and Colleen Andersen. The ladies defeated previously unbeaten Andrews Osborne 5-0 to highlight the senior night festivities!
The Class of 2035
A Saint John School tradition is to provide the kindergarten class with their class shirts and take a group photo. The class shirts can be worn on dress down days, field trips and special events. The Class of 2035 has 43 students!
Welcome back Heralds!
The 2022-23 academic year is off to a great start with 535 students in grades PK-12. This marks the tenth consecutive year of growth for Saint John School. Leadership starts with us!!
April Students of the Month
April students of the month were recognized for their leadership. Front: Clare Moncrief, grade 1, Joseph Crawford, grade 6, and Livy Davis, grade 2. Back: Emma Call, grade 7. Congratulations Heralds!
March Students of the Month
Saint John School Students of the Month for March 2022 were chosen using the core value of kindness. Left to Right: Jaxon Baker, Kindergarten, Ryan Williams, grade 9, Aiden Lee, grade 4, Jayden Steele, grade 3. Congratulations Heralds!
February Students of the Month
Saint John School Students of the Month for February 2022 were chosen using the core value of friendship. Left to Right: Averyanna Tackett, grade 2, Isabel Martinez, grade 10 and Legend Lampela, PK. Not pictured is Leahamaya Afanador, grade 5. Congratulations Heralds!
Saint John School Spelling Bee
Victoria Valentic '26 and Makade Kanicki '26 were the two finalists in the Saint John Middle School Spelling Bee competition. Victoria will move on to represent Saint John at the Ashtabula County Bee competition on February 3.
January Students of the Month
The mission of Saint John School is to Develop Scholarship, Inspire Leadership and Deepen Faith in all of our 503 students. The January students of the month were chosen for their dedication to deepening their faith. Congratulations to Brooklyn McCabe (grade 3), Lincoln Severino (grade 6), Cienna Wojcieck (grade 11) and Jesse Collins (grade 1).
Power of the Pen
Four Saint John students have advanced to the regionals of the Power of the Pen competition. Rylee Frasure '27, Josie Hall '27, Malena Gottwig '26 and Natalee Schor '26 will all compete in the virtual event hosted by Hudson Middle School on March 5.
Herald Double Day
Herald Double Day is November 10. All gifts made prior to Thanksgiving will be matched. Consider making your Herald Fund gift now. Your gift is tax deductible. This year your gift will enable us to increase safety and security across the campus and update the entrance to the school.
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NHS inducts six new members
Congratulations to the newest members of the Saint John School National Honor Society (NHS) inducted last night. Group photo left to right: Anthony Keck, grade 11, Anya Shevchik, grade 11, Andy Grippi, grade 11, Lily Nagy, grade 11, and Dominic Keck, grade 11. Not pictured is senior Dru Hathy, who participated via Zoom.