A peek inside:?)

Construction moving along according to plans!!

The roof is on!, Stairs are in!

And the work goes on

Brickwork and Trusses what a beautiful site

Laying of the 1st Truss!!

Building Update

After pouring the 2nd story level of concrete on Aug. 4th , the masons prepared the building for the set up of the cinder block walls for the 2nd story of the new building! Masons worked in the early morning hours to try and beat the rising temperatures. They continued to work on the walls all the way up to the unexpected downpour on this morning. Trusses are set to be delivered on Monday the 16th and are to be set as well. We plan on having the job under roof by the end of the month!! Please ccontinue to keep all the workers in your prayers to keep them safe.

2nd Story is well underway!!

2nd Story Concrete Poured!!

Steel is in!!

Building update

Work in the 1924 section of the school continues daily. They are removing the current windows so they can cut the new openings. They have gone in and removed everything from ceiling tiles to floor tiles, air conditioning, old insulation.
The rebuild side they are continuing with the block work for the 2nd floor of the school. They are hoping to start brick work on Saturday, if not they will start on Monday. Steel should be arriving by the end of this week or the beginning of next.
Many thanks go out to all those keeping this project in your prayers, it is definitely helping. Please keep us in your prayers that we continue to have good weather for uninterrupted construction work. We also ask for continued prayers for the safety of all the workers who are working so hard to reach our goal.

Steel should arrive by the end of the week

2nd Floor Walls has started!!

Concrete Has Been Poured!

SJS Room Naming Opportunity!

WOULD YOU LIKE A ROOM NAMED AFTER YOUR FAMILY OR A LOVED ONE?

The top 14 donors to the St. John’s School Capital Campaign “Renovate” Project will be given the opportunity to name a room after a loved one, the family, or a business. One of the following rooms could have your name if you are one of the top 14 donors with a $10,000 or above donation:

• Science Lab
• Art
• Music
• Library/Computer
• Pre-K
• Kindergarten
• First Grade
• Second Grade
• Third Grade
• Fourth Grade
• Fifth Grade
• Sixth Grade
• Seventh Grade
• Eighth Grade

The #1 Donor will be given first choice in selecting/naming a room from above, the #2 Donor will be given second choice, etc. Winners will be announced at the end of the Capital Campaign in November 2011. If you have any questions, call (301) 373-5567. Make your pledge now, show your support for Catholic education, and have your name/business displayed for generations to come!!

Construction Progress

The Foundation Has Begun!!!

The Footers Have Been Poured!!!

Image of New School

Below is an architectural drawing of the proposed new St. John's School.

Progress of St. John's School Rebuild and Renovate Project

Please check back to this page (or http://www.rebuildsjs.com) for updates, pictures, and more information related to the rebuild and renovation.

St. John's Capital Campaign - Rebuild and Renovate

Dear Parishioner:

I am writing to inform you of the status of our “Rebuild” of the 1950’s Collapsed Section of the School and our plans to “Renovate” the 1920’s Section of the School.

Our insurance company, Catholic Mutual, will cover the “Rebuild” of the Collapsed Section of the School, which includes the basement. We currently have approved design/construction plans and began construction of the “Rebuild” Section in May 2010.

It made sense to “Renovate” the 1920’s Section of the School at the same time the “Rebuild” of the Collapsed Section was being accomplished. Therefore, we are conducting a St. John’s Capital Campaign – School “Renovate” Project for the 1920’s Section of the School. We plan not only to make cosmetic improvements so the “Renovate” Section of the School meets the same high quality, building codes and technical standards of the “Rebuild” Section, but to upgrade the wiring, replace the heating system and replace all flooring to name just a few.

We need to raise $500,000 for the Capital Campaign for the 1920’s Section of the School. The funds need to be raised over the next few months to be able to accomplish the “Rebuild” and the “Renovate” of the two structures simultaneously. This will allow us to bring our students “home” by Christmas.

You have been extremely generous to St. John’s in the past. The Monsignor Harris Center is proof of the generosity of St. John’s Parishioners. I ask you to join me in supporting this very important Capital Campaign – School “Renovate” Project that will benefit St. John’s for years to come.

You will find a pledge form/envelope enclosed. We need every parish member’s support to meet our goals and bring our students “home”. Please join me in continuing the proud tradition of St. John’s. We ask that you return your donation/donation plan by June 15, 2010. Again, thank you for your continued support of St. John’s.

Sincerely in Christ,

Reverend Raymond F. Schmidt

Pastor