The best way to experience the Prep community is to visit us! Immerse yourself in classes, connect with faculty, and make new friends! Learn why our inclusive community is a place that is truly beyond ordinary.
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.
A Discovery Day at Saint John’s Prep is a great way for students in grades 5-11 to experience our co-ed school. You are invited to spend the day on campus with a current student and attend our innovative classes, meet our teachers, and be immersed in our community.
Coming to a Discovery Day is also a great way for parents to learn about Variable Tuition, our academic programs, go on a campus tour, learn about the Benedictine tradition, and more!
We look forward to meeting you!
Have questions? Call or email Amanda Henry at 320-363-3332 or ahenry001@sjprep.net
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.
Parent Party Series: Herb Heaven Friday, April 12 5:00-6:30 pm Hosted at Thomsen’s Garden Center Please RSVP
Join us for a special night just for parents on April 12 hosted with Sarah Pasela, science faculty member at Saint John’s Prep! Bring a friend and explore the joy of herb gardening! Sarah will share her passion for planting herbs in different ways so they are accessible all year long. She will also share her recipe for homemade ginger lemonade with fresh basil (yum!) for you to taste and make at home.
Please RSVP by Wednesday, April 10. This event is open to the public! We encourage you to bring a friend or two for a night of fun and shared experiences.
Please contact Laura Hartog at lhartog001@sjprep.net with any questions.
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.
Grand Tour of Nations is a party for parents, grandparents, alumni and friends to come together and support Saint John’s Prep. Proceeds from Grand Tour provide vital funding for student scholarships and programs. This fundraiser will be held on April 27, 2024 at the Gorecki Center on the campus of the College of Saint Benedict. We are excited to host a spectacular event with a delicious dinner, silent auction, live auction and giving moment. We hope you will join us on this spectacular evening to support our school and students!
You can purchase your Grand Tour of Nations raffle ticket today by calling 320-363-3316.
Our destination this year is India! Our volunteers are already working on spectacular décor and a delicious menu to transport our Grand Tour Guests to India on April 27.
Thanks to your participation and generosity at the 2023 event, Grand Tour raised over $250,000 for student programs and scholarships! We hope to surpass that amount in 2024! If you would like to be a part of the 2023 event’s success, contact Jill Pauly, Director of Communications and Events via email jpauly@sjprep.net or Sara Gabrielson, Annual Giving Manager, at sgabriels001@sjprep.net.
Our Grand Tour of Nations raffle has a $10,000 cash grand prize in 2024! We’ll host the raffle live during our Grand Tour of Nations program on April 27, 2024 at the Gorecki Center on the campus of the College of Saint Benedict in St. Joseph, MN. Tickets are $100 each and only 350 will be sold. (Only 350 tickets will be sold at $100/ticket. Prizes include a $10,000, $2,500, $1,000, & $500. The Grand Prize winner is responsible for all applicable taxes. Ticket holders need not be present to win) You can purchase your raffle ticket today by calling 320-363-3316.
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!
