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Orientation 2026

Our first day back is August 4, 2026 for Orientation Day.  The details for that, as well as some other summer items are below so that you can plan accordingly.  

REQUIRED BACK-2-SCHOOL FORMS DUE ORIENTATION DAY!

AHEAD of coming to Orientation day, please click on the link below to download, print, and sign the required forms for orientation day: 

http://saintjohnxxiii.org/student-handbook/

All of the required forms (6 in total) you will need to bring with you are located at the link above.  Please print copies, read through, and complete each form and bring it with you to give to your student’s teachers on orientation day.

Alternatively- Our App is working on both Apple and Android platforms and all of the necessary information and forms are located there as well under “Back 2 School Forms”!  You can even print the forms directly from your phone!

For Android phones click HERE then search “Saint John XXIII” and look for the St. Bernadette/St. John XXIII Circular logo for the correct app (search: “St. John XXIII Catholic School” in the Google Play Store), and look for the St. Bernadette/St. John XXIII circular logo.  

For Apple iPhone users click HERE for the Saint John XXIII App or use the App Store app on your phone to search “Saint John XXIII” and look for the St. Bernadette/St. John XXIII Circular logo for the correct app. 

 

Orientation Day Details

All students should arrive to school wearing their full St. John XXIII uniform and being in full compliance for the St. John XXIII Student handbook as PICTURES WILL BE TAKEN ON THAT DAY.  If a student is not in full compliance with the handbook, they will not be permitted to take a picture.

ORIENTATION SCHEDULE
 Grades K-8
 In order to allow more quality classroom time with your child’s teacher and to avoid any parking issues, we are asking families to please come to campus anytime during the time periods listed below based on your child’s last name.

A-D     8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
 E-K     10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
 L-P     12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 R-Z     2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Grades K-4
Parents and students should report to the student’s first period class (posted in the courtyard) during the time indicated above, according to the student’s last name.  The following will be covered at their orientation:  

  • Meet their teacher(s)
  • Drop off their supplies
  • Turn in their signed forms
  • Visit the gymnasium to take pictures and sign up for any optional Extended Day, Enrichment or Fall Sports opportunities.

Grades 5, 6, 7 and 8
A parent needs to attend with their child to complete the iPad agreement.  Students and parents should report to the student’s first period class (posted in the courtyard) during the time indicated above, according to the student’s last name.  The following will be covered at their orientation:  

  • Meet their 1st period Monday teacher
  • Drop off their supplies
  • Turn in their signed forms including their iPad agreement – this contract MUST be signed to receive the student iPad as it authorizes the school to deduct the fee from FACTS
  • Receive their iPad, case, charging block, and charging cord
  • Visit the gymnasium to take pictures and sign up for any optional Extended Day, Enrichment or Fall Sports opportunities.

If you will be unable to attend the iPad session on orientation day, please contact the main office ahead of time (480) 905-0939

 

Pre-School Orientation

Pre-School will have separate orientation times.  Details will be emailed directly to parents. PreK pictures will be taken on the same orientation day.
 

Summer Suggested Work and School Supplies List

Click HERE to find the summer suggested work as well as the school supplies lists for each grade.

 

Grotto Shop Hours

The Grotto Shop will be open this summer for in-person visits.

You can also place uniform orders online through our store for polos, PE uniforms and spirit wear.

St. John XXIII Polos and Spiritwear:  http://saintjohnxxiii.org/all-products/