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.
The Middle School Spring Concert will be held on Thursday, May 14 at 7:00pm in the Stephen B. Humphrey Auditorium at the Saint John’s University Music Building. The concert will feature the Saint John’s Prep middle school choir, band, and orchestra.
Admission is free. Parents, siblings, grandparents, alumni, and friends are welcome!
May 15, 2026 Events for Families: 9:45am-2:30pm
Parents, grandparents, and families are welcome to join us on May 15 for our A2E Scholarship Day! This is a day to showcase our students’ academic achievements. The day will be filled with presentations, performances, and exhibitions. Here is the schedule that families are asked to follow.
School begins for all students at 8:00am. Programming for families and friends begins at 9:45am. Stay for the day or drop in when it is convenient for you!
Dip into Prep June 18, 2026 10:15am
Experience summer at Saint John’s Prep! New families are invited to spend a summer’s day getting to know our campus. This summer visit day for prospective students includes a guided tour, lunch at the Refectory, and an afternoon of water fun on the beautiful Lake Sagatagan beach!It’s a fun and casual way to experience the welcoming spirit of Prep. The day begins at 10:15am at the main entrance of our schoolPlease RSVP to help us plan for lunch!
Dip into Prep July 13, 2026 10:15am
Experience summer at Saint John’s Prep! New families are invited to spend a summer’s day getting to know our campus. This summer visit day for prospective students includes a guided tour, lunch at the Refectory, and an afternoon of water fun on the beautiful Lake Sagatagan beach!It’s a fun and casual way to experience the welcoming spirit of Prep. The day begins at 10:15am at the main entrance of our school.Please RSVP to help us plan for lunch!
In collaboration with Saint John’s Prep theatre students, engage in storytelling activities, develop and perform mini-plays, and take a “behind-the-scenes” look at Prep theater spaces. Then we take you outside to enjoy the woods and the trails of SJU.
Young Explorer Day Camp Series Cost: $50/date or $120 for all 3
Location: St. John’s Preparatory School
All sessions include a snack, lunch, and t-shirt (1 per participant) Contact: Admission team, admissions@sjprep.net, 320-363-3332
Take a wagon ride to explore the prairies, wetlands, and other wild places of the Abbey Arboretum. Anticipate we will do some things with insects, plants, and other fun creatures on campus.
Join us for an evening of fun and baseball at the St. Cloud Rox on July 22 as they take on the La Crosse Loggers. Game start time is 6:35pm.
This is a great time to get together with current families, incoming families, alums, and friends of SJP. Invite others to spend the night with you cheering on the Rox.
For just $15 you get a reserved seat ticket that also includes a voucher for a hot dog and a soda to use while at the game. Use this link to register and pay for tickets.
For any questions reach out to Amanda Henry at ahenry001@sjprep.net
Dip into Prep July 27, 2026 10:15am
You will learn about cultures from around the world through outdoor activities and cooking traditional food items as well as making some fun crafts.
Saint John’s Prep will welcome students, faculty and staff back to campus in August! The first day of school is August 19, 2026.
We’re currently enrolling students for the upcoming academic year, and our Admission staff members are available to answer questions and offer tours of our Middle School, Upper School, residence halls, and our gorgeous campus. If a member of your family is interested in joining the Saint John’s Prep community, contact our admission team.
The academic year will begin with an opening convocation at the Saint John’s Abbey Church at 8:30am. Abbot Doug Mullin, along with Head of School Jon Mc Gee, and the entire Saint John’s Prep faculty, staff and student community will be in attendance for the ceremony. Principal Dr. Christine Glomski and Student Council President Axel Hennessy Newman ’27 will be among the speakers at this inspirational launch to the new semester.
Parents, siblings, grandparents, and alumni are welcome to attend this very special event.
