St. John-Endicott Cooperative Schools

✨ May the 4th be with you! ✨

Staff Appreciation Week!! Lets celebrate all our staff does on a daily basis.

Happy Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week, St. John-Endicott 💛❤️

This week is about celebrating the incredible people who pour into our kids every single day… and in our small, connected communities, that truly means *all* of us. Because here, everyone teaches. Everyone impacts. Everyone matters.

To our teachers—you are the heart of the classroom. The way you show up with passion, patience, creativity, and belief in every student is something that cannot be measured. You meet kids where they are, push them to grow, and remind them daily that they are capable of more than they sometimes see in themselves.

To our paraprofessionals—you are the steady presence, the extra layer of support, the quiet strength behind so many student successes. You step in, step up, and make sure no child falls through the cracks. Your impact is powerful and deeply felt.

To our office staff—you are often the first smile, the calm in the chaos, the problem-solvers behind the scenes who keep everything moving forward. You set the tone for our building and create a space where students and families feel welcomed, safe, and cared for.

To our custodial and maintenance team—you create the environment where learning can happen. Your work may happen behind the scenes, but it is seen in every clean space, every prepared classroom, every detail that allows our school to function with pride.

To our kitchen staff—you do so much more than feed students. You greet them, you notice them, you care for them. For many of our kids, you are a consistent and comforting part of their day.

To our transportation team—you are the first and last connection to school each day. You ensure our students arrive safely, and you do it with care, responsibility, and commitment.

To our counselors and support staff—you carry so much. You listen, guide, support, and advocate for our students in ways that truly change lives. You help them navigate not just school, but life.

And to every coach, advisor, and volunteer—you extend learning beyond the classroom. You build confidence, teamwork, resilience, and belonging.

In St. John-Endicott, we are more than school's—we are family, a team, communities that believe deeply in our kids and in each other. The heart, empathy, flexibility, and dedication we see across our staff every day is something special. It is something you don’t find just anywhere.

Thank you for the long hours, the unseen moments, the patience, the grace, the laughter, the problem-solving, the second chances, and the unwavering belief in our students.

Our kids are better because of all of you. Our school's are stronger because of all of you. Our communities are brighter because of all of you.

This week, and every week, we celebrate you. 💛❤️

ESJ Wildcats Track Team at Pomeroy today 5/4.

Happy Principal Appreciation Day!! To our Principal Trish Jeffries.
Today, the entire Wildcats family comes together to celebrate a leader who is so much more than a principal — she is the heart of our school. Every morning greeting, every encouraging word, every late night spent making our school a better place… we see it all, and we are so grateful.
Principal Jeffries, your unwavering dedication, compassionate leadership, and genuine love for every student and staff member make our school truly special. You inspire us to be our best, and our community is stronger, kinder, and brighter because of you.
From the bottom of our hearts —
Thank You! 💛
#PrincipalAppreciationDay • #WildcatsPride • #OurPrincipalRocks
🐾 GO WILDCATS 🐾

Happy Principal Appreciation Day to our amazing principal, Ms. Strong! 💛✨🍎

We are so grateful for the leadership, care, and positivity you bring to our school each and every day. Thank you for stepping in to support our school and for your continued commitment to building strong, meaningful relationships with students, staff, families, and our entire community.

Your dedication does not go unnoticed, we appreciate all that you do for SJE! 🦅❤️💛

To our Eagles who are preparing to leave the nest and soar toward new horizons… 🦅✨
With only a month left before graduation, I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible young people you are and all that is ahead of you. You are standing at the edge of something beautiful... a brand new chapter filled with possibility, growth, adventure, and dreams waiting to be chased. While the future may feel exciting, uncertain, or even a little overwhelming at times, please remember this: you are more ready than you realize.
Carry courage with you when life asks you to be brave.
Carry kindness with you in a world that always needs more of it.
Carry passion for the things that light your soul on fire.
Carry resilience for the moments that test you.
Carry gratitude for the journey that shaped you.
Carry joy, laughter, and fun wherever you go.
Dream big. Then dream even bigger.
Take chances. Work hard. Stay humble.
Be proud of where you came from, but never be afraid to see how far you can go.
There will be moments when life challenges you, but there will also be moments that leave you speechless in the best ways. Keep believing in yourself through all of it.
Please know this community is proud of you. We have watched you grow, overcome, learn, and become who you are today. You are talented, capable, strong, and full of potential. You deserve every beautiful thing this world has to offer.
Enjoy these final weeks. Soak in the memories. Celebrate how far you have come. And when it is time to fly… fly boldly.
Your wings are ready. 💛❤️

Wildcat Reminders

🦅🍴St. John School May 2026 Menus 💐

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c8jtUtweN_pLotbTEW5ToNLhtVLBqHcC/view?usp=sharing

🦅👟 REMINDER: Now through May 31, our SJE HS Track & Field team is ready to help with your outdoor projects!

Need yard work, lawn care, or garden help? We’ve got you covered! 🌿

📞 Call or text Coach Tom: 509-553-9102
📧 Email: thuntwork@sjeschools.org

All work is by donation. Your support helps our athletes all season long! ❤️💛

🦅⛳ SJE HS Golf for Thursday, 4/30, has been cancelled by Pomeroy

🎉 End of Year High School Field Trip! 🎉

The SJE ASB is excited to treat our high school students to a fun-filled end-of-year field trip on Monday, May 11, 2026!

Students will be heading to Altitude Trampoline Park Spokane for a day of activity, energy, and team building! 🤸‍♂️

🚌 Trip Details:
• Departing St. John around 9:15–9:30 AM
• Jump time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Lunch at a nearby park after jumping
• Return to school before the end of the day (normal bus routes will run as usual)

🍴 Lunch Information:
Students should pack a lunch for the day. If needed, students can talk to Mrs. Johnson ahead of time to request a school-provided sack lunch.

✅ Eligibility:
Students must be passing all classes with a C- or higher to attend.
Students who are not attending or are ineligible will remain at school for a structured study hall supervised by staff.

📝 Required Forms (Due by Thursday, May 7):
Both forms must be completed prior to the trip:
• Jump Park Waiver: https://roller.app/s/f_oybxw4f
• School Permission Slip: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8O9KgqLY3-DI6N0AoqFINnvj9k6Z8Xv7bxTzDRFjHGqhi1w/viewform?usp=header

Let’s finish the year strong and celebrate with a great day together! 🙌

2026 Whitman county T-Ball Schedule.