A History of Saint Michael Hall September 19, 2025 Article courtesy of the Saint John’s University Archives, 1965 The scholastic wing and the dormitory are the first two completed buildings of a larger complex planned by the architect for the St. John’s Preparatory School. The group of Benedictine monks who operate the school are members of St. John’s Abbey, which also conducts a university […]
School is a place to learn, grow, and challenge ourselves! September 2, 2025 Saint John’s Prep launched the 2025-26 school year on August 20 with our annual opening convocation ceremony. As president of Student Council, Vivian Fitch ’26 gave an encouraging speech to students, faculty, staff, and parents in the Saint John’s Abbey Church. Good morning, everyone. Thank you Dr. Glomski, Mr. McGee, Abbot Douglas, Saint John’s Prep […]
Love can Prevail in the Face of Hatred August 28, 2025 The message below was shared by Head of School Jon McGee to our students and faculty during the all-school spiritual formation colloquium on August 28, 2025. We concluded the gathering with a prayer for the Annunciation Catholic School community. Yesterday was a day of profound tragedy and sadness, not just in Minneapolis but here and […]
In Memoriam ~ Pierre “Pete” Nadeau ’47 August 8, 2025 Pete Nadeau was born to William and Josephine (Rodrigue) Nadeau on October 19, 1929. He passed away of natural causes on August 7, 2025 at Waverly Gardens in North Oaks, MN. Pete grew up, raised a family, farmed, and lived his entire life within the same 5 mile radius in Lino Lakes, Centerville, and North […]
In Memoriam ~ Paul Diemert ’51 August 4, 2025 Paul Mark Diemert was born in Buffalo ND on October 22, 1933 and died at 6:40 am in Albany, OR on July 26, 2025. He left a legacy and example of faith, service, and community involvement, and will be missed by a large family including children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Paul was the youngest of […]
First Day of school August 20, 2025 July 16, 2025 Saint John’s Prep will welcome students, faculty and staff back to campus in August! The first day of school is August 20, 2025. 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 […]
In Memoriam ~ William “Fuzzy” Femrite ’69 July 14, 2025 William Sullivan ‘Fuzzy’ Femrite June 17, 1951 – July 10, 2025 Born in Bismarck, North Dakota to Almont ‘Shorty’ Femrite and Mary ‘Babe’ (née Towne) Femrite. Fuzzy grew up across the river in Mandan, ND. He attended St. Joseph grade school and then moved to Collegeville, MN to attend St. John’s Preparatory School. He graduated […]
Be Who You Ought to Be: Commencement Address from Liam Spychala ’25 June 26, 2025 Below is the commencement address from Liam Spychala, who was selected by his fellow members of the SJP Class of 2025 to give the commencement address on May 23. Liam is the son of Casey and Jason Spychala of Albany, and the older brother of Lincoln ’27 and Lola ’29. Liam will attend Concordia College […]
Colleges and Universities for the Saint John’s Prep Class of 2025 June 24, 2025 Saint John’s Prep is proud to present the impressive list of colleges and universities that our outstanding Class of 2025 will attend in the fall of 2025. This comprehensive list showcases the diverse range of academic interests and ambitions within our graduating class, reflecting their hard work, dedication, and the strong foundation they’ve built during […]
2025 Senior awards June 6, 2025 During our commencement ceremony each year, Principal Dr. Christine Glomski and Head of School Jon McGee award several senior awards to individual graduates. These outstanding young people have shown exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and contributions to the school community. The members of the Class of 2025 graduated from Saint John’s Preparatory School on May 23 […]
