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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.
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
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.
Join us at Wandering Leaf Brewing in St. Paul for an alumni social! Join Prep’s new Alumni Engagement Manager, Hazel Anderson-Larson ‘19, and Vice President of Advancement, Aaron Miller, for an alumni happy hour at Wandering Leaf Brewing in St. Paul on Thursday, April 25 starting at 5:00pm.
June 5-9, 2024 Register for Session
Join us for an unforgettable experience this summer as we come together to build an outdoor classroom amidst the stunning natural beauty of the Saint John’s Prep campus. Led by the Avon Hills Folk School, who will provide their expertise in traditional timber-frame construction, these two five-day course sessions offer a hands-on opportunity to learn the skills of traditional timber framing while contributing to our commitment to environmental education.
Participants will experience the artistry and technique of timber framing, using those skills to construct a 24-foot by 36-foot classroom-in-the-woods. Guided by expert artisans, you will learn the intricacies of layout, joinery, and assembly, as well as the principles of sustainable construction practices.
Scheduled over two five-day sessions, June 5 to June 9 and July 10 to July 14, 2024, participants will work collaboratively to bring the outdoor classroom to life. From constructing the timber frames to installing roof rafters, every aspect of the process will provide a hands-on learning opportunity, fostering teamwork, problem-solving, and a deep appreciation for traditional craftsmanship.
Both sessions are open to students, parents, faculty/staff, and alumni and friends of Saint John’s Prep. They require no prior experience with building or timber framing. Whether you are a novice eager to learn new skills or a seasoned builder looking to deepen your knowledge, this program welcomes participants of all backgrounds and abilities.
Spaces are limited to 10 participants per five-day session. Registration is now open, with a cost of $400 for adults and a discounted $200 price for students per five-day session. Students must enter the code SJPSTUDENTS to receive the discount price. We will provide lunch daily, along with a communal meal on one evening of each session.
Upon the completion of the outdoor classroom, all course participants will be invited to a special “Raising and Dedication” party to celebrate our collective achievement. This festive event will honor the dedication and hard work of all those involved in bringing the outdoor classroom to life, a fitting culmination to our shared journey of craftsmanship and collaboration.
Join us as we begin this unique project to create a lasting legacy for Saint John’s Prep and showcase our commitment to environmental stewardship. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Reserve your spot today and be part of something truly special!
Please join us for Alumni Weekend 2024 at Saint John’s Prep! June 28-30, 2024 Online registration is now closed. Limited space at meals is available. Contact Alumni and Community Engagement Manager Hazel Anderson-Larson with questions.
We are planning special events for alumni of all ages on campus June 28-30, 2024. We hope you will join us for this fun day of campus tours, great food and lots time to reminisce! Below is a list of events we are planning. If you would like help plan the weekend or need assistance getting your class together, contact Alumni and Community Engagement Manager Hazel Anderson-Larson
Accommodations On-campus accommodations are available through Saint John’s University Events. Follow this link to book a Saint John’s University dorm room on campus. Rooms are available in Benet Hall and the Flynntown Apartments.
Please note: The Abbey Guest House is fully booked for the weekend.
Friday, June 28
Class of 1964 60th Class Reunion: Dinner at the Quad (Room 170) pre-registration required
Class of 1974 50th Class Reunion: Social at the La Playette in St. Joseph
Class of 2004 20th Class Reunion Dinner at the Cold Spring home of Kris and David Fremo
Class of 1984 40th Class Reunion: Happy Hour at the Estates and party at the American Legion
Saturday, June 29
Cycling Trip with Head of School Jon McGee This event has been cancelled.
Coffee and Community with the Head of School Jon McGee and Principal Christine Glomski 9:00am SJP Weber Center
Tour Saint John’s Prep and the Saint Michael Hall Residence (The newly renovated dorm) 9:00am Meet in the SJP Weber Center
Celebrating 50 Years of Women on Campus 10:00am Meet in Learning Resource Center (SJP library)
BBQ Lunch pre-registration required Food served 11:30am -12:30pm SJP Weber Center
Class Photos 1:00pm SJP Front Lawn
Tour of Abbey Organ Builders Facility 1:45pm Meet in front of Great Hall
Tour of Saint John’s Bible and Gallery 2:00pm Lower Level of SJU Alquin Library
Tour Saint John’s Prep and the Saint Michael Hall Residence (The newly renovated dorm) 2:00am Meet in the SJP Weber Center
Other Afternoon Activities
Class of 1974 Reflections and Reminiscing 4:00pm Br. Willie’s Pub in Sexton Commons
Alumni Dinner and Social pre-registration required Sexton Commons and Br. Willie’s Pub Cash bar provided
Sunday, June 30
Mass with the Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict 10:30am Sacred Heart Chapel
Brunch 11:00am Saint John’s Refectory No reservations needed. Payment accepted at front door.
Class of 1964 60th Reunion June 28-30, 2024 Online registration is now closed. Contact Alumni and Community Engagement Manager Hazel Anderson-Larson
The Class of 1964 is planning an exciting 60th class reunion! Please save the date of June 28-30, 2024 for this wonderful event to reconnect and reminisce. We have planned a Friday night dinner just for the Class of ‘64 in the old Alumni Lounge (Quad 170). There will be a piano available in case anyone would like to play and sing at the same time?! I wonder who that could be? The fee for the dinner is $60 per person and includes dinner, beer, wine and soft drinks. Online registration is now closed. Contact Alumni and Community Engagement Manager Hazel Anderson-Larson
In addition, we have made arrangements to “tour” the old dorms on the 5th floor of the Quad. We hear that it is still much the same, but we want to verify that in person. Besides the Friday activities for the Class of 64, the “all-school” events are scheduled for Saturday, including lectures, tours of the “new” dorm Saint Michael Hall, group pictures, and a big frolicking dinner at Sexton Commons. You may know that the Class of ‘74 is celebrating 50 years of women at the Prep School, so that will be a special celebration.
Looking forward to seeing you and your spouse/partner on June 28th. Registration online is at www.sprep.net/events.
Bob Kessler, Tom Moyer, Jim Cox, John Sipe, Phil Ledermann, and Brother Walter Kieffer
If you have questions about Alumni Weekend, please contact Alumni and Community Engagement Manager Hazel Anderson-Larson
Accommodations On-campus accommodations are available through Saint John’s University Events. Follow this link to book a Saint John’s University dorm room on campus. Rooms are available in Benet Hall and the Flynntown Apartments. Please make sure to indicate you are on campus for our 50th reunion!
Class of 1964 60th Class Reunion: Dinner at the Quad (Room 170)
Class of 1974 50th Reunion June 28-30, 2024 Online registration is now closed. Contact Alumni and Community Engagement Manager Hazel Anderson-Larson
The Class of 1974 is planning their exciting 50th class reunion! Please save the date of June 28-30, 2024 for this wonderful event to reconnect and reminisce. The Class of 1974 will host an event at the La Playette in the evening of June 28. Contact Frank Brown ’74 for details.
Please note: The Abbey Guest House is fully booked for the weekend
Cycling Trip with Head of School Jon McGee 7:00am Meet in front of Saint John’s Prep Participants must provide their own bike for this 12 mile ride to Avon
Online registration is now closed. Contact Alumni and Community Engagement Manager Hazel Anderson-Larson
The Class of 1984 is their exciting 40th class reunion! Please save the date of June 28-30, 2024 for this wonderful event to reconnect and reminisce.
On Friday, June 28, the Class of 1984 will host a happy hour event at the Estates Bed and Breakfast in St. Joseph , followed by a celebration in the party room of the American Legion. Contact Tony Randall for more details.
Class of 1974 50th Class Reunion Social at Bad Habit Brewing in St. Joseph
Coffee and Community, a Conversation with Head of School Jon McGee 9:00am Weber Center
Celebrating 50 Years of Women on Campus 10:00am Details to be shared very soon!
BBQ Lunch pre-registration required 11:30am Weber Center
Afternoon Activities
Alumni Dinner pre-registration required 5:30pm Social 6:00pm Dinner 7:00pm SJP Trivia Br. Willie’s Pub in SJU Sexton Commons, Cash Bar Provided
Mass with the Monks of Saint John’s Abbey 10:30am Saint John’s Abbey Church or Mass with the sisters of Saint Benedict’s Monastery 10:30am Sacred Heart Chapel, St. Joseph
Brunch no reservations needed 11:00am Saint John’s Refectory or 11:00am The College of Saint Benedict’s Gorecki Center
