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Saint John’s Prep is a premier arts and sciences world school where we prize imagination, creativity and discovery. Prep offers experiences that nurture curiosity and expand horizons. We invite you to discover Saint John’s Prep!
We take learning seriously at Saint John’s Prep. Our outstanding faculty and staff challenge our students to reach beyond the familiar to try something new, to create, imagine or invent. We engage our students not only as they are but in relation to all that they can become.
Saint John’s Prep offers athletic, co-curricular and arts programs that are committed to a quality experience, highlighted by hard work, pride, and teamwork. We encourage students to try new things and challenge themselves to learn and grow outside of the classroom.
Every student takes part in our Fine Arts Program at Saint John’s Prep. Our well-rounded curriculum supports the development of appreciation and passion for fine arts that will last a lifetime.
Saint John’s Prep offers a spirited array of varsity and intramural sports. Our programs are inclusive with a strong emphasis on teamwork. Our sports teams give Prep students the opportunity to grow interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
An Original Biographical Musical
Performances this weekend!
The Story
Based on true events, That’s Just the Way It Is a biographical musical written by Brandon Anderson, Theatre Director at Saint John’s Preparatory School, with music composed by SJP senior Kai Kang. The story follows one man’s journey of self-discovery as he searches for acceptance of his rare multi-system genetic disease, Tuberous Sclerosis.
The show is an invitation for audiences to observe the constraints of physical disabilities and through the magic of theatre look deeper into the consciousness of a person. By tearing down the walls of shame, humiliation, and indignity we witness the heartfelt touching tale of overcoming one of life’s most challenging obstacles.
This production will be staged at Saint John’s Prep in the Weber Center. Parking is available in front of the school.
Please join us for Alumni Weekend at Saint John’s Prep!
June 16-18, 2023
We are planning special events for alumni of all ages on campus June 16-18, 2023. We hope you will join us for this fun day of campus tours, great food and lots time to reminisce! Click here to see what’s on the weekend’s agenda.
To help our catering team and volunteers with planning our events, we are asking for RSVP’s by June 8.
NEW! On Saturday night, June 17 we’re hosting dinner and trivia at Brother Willie’s Pub in Sexton Commons. Please join us as Trish Cook ’91 leads us through a rowdy trivia game of knowledge and luck. There will be some very unique and very Prep prizes for the winners!
About Trish Cook ’91 Besides being an amazing member of the Prep Class of 1991, Trish is a well known comedian and trivia host in the Twin Cities. Expect lots of laughs and fun with Trish during her Trivia Night!
Accommodations On-campus accommodations are available through Saint John’s University Events. Click here book a room on campus. There are some rooms available at the Abbey Guesthouse (singles and doubles). Please call the Abbey Guesthouse receptionist at 320-363-2573 for availability.
REGISTER FOR ALUMNI WEEKEND
Friday, June 16
Saint John’s Cemetery Tour 3:00pm Meet at the gates of the Saint John’s Cemetery
Class of 1973 50th Class Reunion Dinner (pre-registration required) 5:30pm Social 6:00-9:00pm BBQ Dinner Saint John’s Prep
Saturday, June 17
Coffee and Community 9:00am Weber Center
Tour Saint John’s Prep and the Saint Michael Hall Residence (The newly renovated dorm) 9:00am Meet in the Weber Center
History Lesson with Peggy Landwehr Roske, SBHS ‘73 10:00am SJP Fish Bowl
BBQ Lunch (pre-registration required) 11:30am Weber Center
Class Pictures 12:30pm SJP Front Lawn
Beach Party 1:00pm Saint John’s Beach on Lake Sagatagan
Saint John’s Bible Tour 2:00pm HMML/Alquin Library
Alumni Dinner (pre-registration required) 5:30pm Social 6:00pm Dinner 7:00pm Trivia Br. Willie’s Pub in SJU Sexton Commons
Sunday, June 18
Mass with the Monks of Saint John’s Abbey 10:30am Saint John’s Abbey Church
Brunch 11:30am Saint John’s University Refectory
Please join Saint John’s Prep alumni for a fun afternoon at CHS field to see the Saint Paul Saints take on the Louisville Bats. We’re securing a limited number of tickets for the game and we hope you will be a part of this fun afternoon of baseball! Your ticket will include admission to the game and lunch.
Burgers, Brews and Brats Before the game, John Sipe ’61 is hosting a fun cookout that includes burgers, brews and brats. He’s hosting a pregame social and bbq at his building and courtyard next door to CHS Stadium in downtown Saint Paul.
Prep at the Park Timeline of Events
Convocation Saint John’s Abbey Church 9:00am
Saint John’s Prep will launch our 167th school year on August 23, 2023. The year will begin with the annual convocation ceremony at 8:30am in the Saint John’s Abbey Church. The program includes a march of flags, blessings, words of wisdom and inspirational messages. Speakers will include Saint John’s Abbey Abbot and Saint John’s Prep Chancellor John Klassen, OSB ’67, Principal Dr. Christine Glomski, Head of School Jon McGee and Student Council President Patrick Duffy ’24. Parents, siblings and grandparents are welcome to attend this very special event!
More than 285 students from 15 countries, three states, and 25 different Minnesota communities will be on campus this fall. We’re currently enrolling students for the 2023-24 academic year, and our Saint John’s Prep Admission team members are available to connect with you via phone or Zoom to answer questions and offer you a tour of our Middle School, Upper School, residence halls, and our gorgeous campus.
The oldest secondary school in Minnesota, Saint John’s Prep is ranked as the top Catholic school in the state, in the top 25 Catholic schools in the country, and among the top 5% of all private schools in the United States. To learn more about our rankings visit Niche.com.
Alumni Holiday Happy Hour December 14, 2023 Utepils brewing 225 Thomas Ave N #700, Minneapolis, MN 55405 5-7:00pm Please RSVP
We’re celebrating Christmas and our winter holidays in the Twin Cities! Join us for a festive holiday happy hour on December 14 at Utepils Brewing in Minneapolis. We’ll provide the snacks! We’ll also have several reserved tables, and a cash bar will be available. Please RSVP to help us plan for snacks and treats!
If you would like to be a part of the planning process for this fun, casual event please contact Director of Communications and Events Jill Pauly.
In the meantime, make a list and check it twice of your alumni friends you’d like to invite to this Christmas party!
Welcome home to Saint John’s Prep! We’re hosting a casual party for our young alumni in our newly renovated Saint Michael Hall residence. Alumni are welcome to come home to Prep for an afternoon of tours, treats, cocoa, and games. We’re also inviting teachers, so you’ll have the chance to catch up with some familiar faces!
Please RSVP to help us plan for snacks and treats!
If you would like to assist in the planning effort please contact Director of Communications and Events, Jill Pauly.
The Saint John’s Prep Theatre Department is bringing Disney’s A Hunchback of Notre Dame to life! The cast and crew is bringing this sweeping score and powerful story to the stage at the Paramount Center for the Arts March 22-24, 2024! Be prepared to be swept away by the magic of this truly unforgettable musical!
This production will take you to Paris with an epic cathedral size set, vivid backdrops and exciting special effects. More than 60 Saint John’s Prep students in grades 6-12 are bringing this tale to life! The shows will also feature a background choir with singers from the Great River Chorale, Saint John’s Abbey, and Saint John’s Prep alumni. Be prepared for powerful performances and heart stopping music!
The story comes from the book by Victor Hugo and includes songs from the Disney film. Prep’s production is set at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris and features the title character, Quasimodo, who is the cathedral’s bell-ringer. Quasimodo’s uncle is the intimidating Dom Claude Frollo who orders Quasi to stay hidden in the bell tower. Quasimodo defies his uncle and leaves the church and befriends the beautiful Esmeralda. The show follows Quasimodo’s efforts to protect Esmeralda from his uncle.
The show runs March 22-24 at the Paramount Center of the Arts in St. Cloud, MN. Tickets are $25 for adults and $17 for children. Click here to reserve your seats today! American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be offered at 7:30pm on March 23.
