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Event List
February 2026
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College Symposium
We look forward to welcoming Class 10 and 11 students and parents/guardians to our annual College Symposium on Sunday, February 1, from 2–3:40 p.m. This program offers timely insight into college admission and emerging trends in the application process through two sessions led by higher education and admission leaders. Parents will begin in Lowe Theater and students in Chao, switching locations after the first session. Complete the registration form below to confirm your attendance, and please note that sessions will not be recorded.
Please contact Gaby Castillo at gcastillo@sjs.org with any questions about this event.Sessions include:- Building Inclusive Campus Communities: How Colleges Understand Students' Lived Experiences. The core focus is to transparency around how colleges approach inclusion and student support at a time when they have less personal data and are navigating new legal and demographic realities.
- Behind the Admission Curtain: How Colleges Evaluate Students in 2026 and Beyond. With ever changing policies and processes, admissions experts will demystify how U.S. colleges are actually reading applications in the era of AI, limited supplemental essays, and shifting institutional goals.
Guest speakers:- Grace Chapin James, Assistant Vice Provost for Undergraduate Admissions at Washington University in St. Louis
- Olufemi “Femi” Ogundele, Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Enrollment Management and Undergraduate Admissions at UC Berkeley
- Dan Warner, Vice Provost for Admissions and Financial Aid at Lehigh University
- Calvin Wise, Dean of Undergraduate Admission at Johns Hopkins University
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DAY 6
Broccoli Salad
Hearty Vegetable Soup
Beef Tips
(V) Vegetable Quiche
Baked Corn Dogs
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K & Class 1 Parent Lunch with Greg Tang
LS 207/208Parents are invited to join us for a brown bag lunch with Greg Tang during his visit to St. John’s. These grade-level lunches offer a chance to hear insights on how children develop mathematical thinking and how families can support math learning at home.All lunches will be held in LS Room 207/208. Please bring your lunch; drinks will be provided. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Shelly Chandra. -
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DAY 7
Spring Mix & Spiced Chickpea Salad
Lentil Soup
Chicken Tikka Masala
(V) Curried Lentils
Hamburger w/Toppings
AS: Sandwiches Made to Order -
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DAY 1
Caesar Salad
Minestrone Soup
Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce
(V) Spaghetti w/Marinara Sauce
Pepperoni Hot Pockets
AS: Italian Meatball Sub -
LS Chapel
St. John the Divine - Church - ChurchParents are always welcome at Lower School Chapel! Please find a seat in the balcony. -
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DAY 2
Asian Grilled Chicken & Napa Salad
Egg Drop Soup
Orange Chicken
(V) Sweet Chili Tofu w/Vegetables
Egg Rolls
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Class 2 & 3 Parent Lunch with Greg Tang
LS 207/208Parents are invited to join us for a brown bag lunch with Greg Tang during his visit to St. John’s. These grade-level lunches offer a chance to hear insights on how children develop mathematical thinking and how families can support math learning at home.All lunches will be held in LS Room 207/208. Please bring your lunch; drinks will be provided. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Shelly Chandra. -
K-12 PCI Committee Spring Workshop #1: Parent Perspectives on Building the Parent Community at SJS
Campus Center - Chao Family Assembly Hall - CCChaoHall -
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DAY 3
Chef's Salad
Creole Chicken & Vegetables Soup
Fried Catfish OR Grilled BBQ Pork Chop
(V) Stuffed Tomato w/Orzo & Vegetables
Chopped BBQ on a Bun w/Toppings
AS: Shrimp Po Boy -
Used Uniform Sale
Quadrangle - Used Uniform Closet - Q205A -
LS Late Start
There will be a K-12 faculty meeting on Friday, February 6th, which requires a late start for LS students. We are asking parents to delay drop-off until 8:15 AM, and instruction will begin at 8:30. If you're unable to delay drop-off, we will provide early morning care for a limited number of students. Please email Ms. Melissa Narciza Garcia (mnarcizagarcia@sjs.org) to secure a spot. -
K-12 PCI Committee Spring Workshop #1: Parent Perspectives on Building the Parent Community at SJS
Campus Center - Chao Family Assembly Hall - CCChaoHall -
Class 4 & Class 5 Parent Lunch with Greg Tang
LS 207/208Parents are invited to join us for a brown bag lunch with Greg Tang during his visit to St. John’s. These grade-level lunches offer a chance to hear insights on how children develop mathematical thinking and how families can support math learning at home.All lunches will be held in LS Room 207/208. Please bring your lunch; drinks will be provided. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Shelly Chandra. -
Class 3 Off-Campus Service Project
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Class 1 Field Trip to NASA
NASAClass One students will travel to NASA Space Center on February 11th as a culmination of their science and social studies work this year. Please send a 100% disposable sack lunch and drink, labeled with your child’s name. (NO lunch kits, please.) Students should wear jeans, black shorts, or uniform bottoms with a RED shirt (SJS t-shirt or uniform shirt). -
College Money Method Webinar
Workshop #2: Understanding How Colleges Assess Your Ability to Pay and Aid Eligibility
Suggested for class 9/10 -
Class 4 Field Trip to Opera
Houston Grand OperaClass 4 will travel to the Houston Grand Opera on February 12th for a special matinee performance of Hansel & Gretel. They will get to hear directly from the cast and crew during intermission. If you previously signed up as a chaperone, please watch for an email with details from Julie Ballew. Students should wear their regular school uniform and bring a lunch from home. -
LS Special Dress Day
As we celebrate love and kindness in the month of February, all students are invited to participate in a special dress day on February 13th. Students may wear anything red, white, or pink, or they may wear their normal uniform. Please see page 31 of the Lower School Handbook for specific guidelines for out-of-uniform dress. -
LS Chapel (Spreading Love & Kindness)
St. John the Divine - Church - ChurchParents are always welcome at Lower School Chapel! Please find a seat in the balcony. -
LS Friendship Parties
LS ClassroomsAll grade levels will have their class Friendship Parties at 2:15 on Friday, February 13th. Students will play a game, have a treat, complete a craft, and listen to a festive story. We kindly ask that only those parents who signed up to volunteer are in attendance.All students are welcome to bring a Valentine (nut-free candy is acceptable) for all students in their advisory. This is optional, but if anything is brought in, all classmates in the advisory should be included. In the spirit of inclusion, we kindly ask that all valentines be the same general item for everyone in the class. Additionally, we do not exchange valentines between students outside of their homeroom. These items may be brought into class on February 12th or 13th. -
Kindergarten Field Trip to Houston Zoo
Houston ZooAs a culmination of their animal research work, Kindergarten students will travel to the Houston Zoo on February 17th. If you previously signed up to volunteer as a chaperone, please watch for an email with details from Julie Ballew. Please send a 100% disposable sack lunch and drink, labeled with your child’s name. (NO lunch kits or reusable water bottles, please.) Students should wear jeans or uniform bottoms with a RED shirt (SJS t-shirt or uniform shirt). -
K-12 Parent Wellness Event: From Relational Aggression to Relational Leadership w/ Dr. Melanie Gregg, Marisa Gonzalez, and US Girl Leadership Panel
This engaging 1-hour session will explore how girls experience relational challenges and transform these experiences into leadership skills.
Session Overview:- Part 1 – Didactic Presentation: Dr. Melanie Gregg will provide insights into relational aggression, its impact, and strategies for guiding girls toward positive relational and leadership growth.
- Part 2 – Panel Discussion: Hear directly from SJS girl leaders as they share personal experiences with relational aggression and how they applied those lessons to develop leadership skills.
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Class 3 Field Trip to MFAH
To launch their curation unit, Class 3 will travel to the Museum of Fine Arts to visit with curator Lisa Volpe.
Students should wear their normal school uniform. They will eat lunch at school at their normal lunch time. -
Class 12 Parent/Faculty Reception
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LS Chapel (Ramadan)
St. John the Divine - Church - ChurchParents are always welcome at Lower School Chapel! Please find a seat in the balcony. -
Go Texan Day @ LS
On February 27th, schools all over Houston will celebrate the start of the rodeo season with Go Texan Day. All students are invited to get in the spirit by wearing their favorite western wear. Dig out your best jeans, boots, and cowboy hats to join in the festivities! Hats may not be worn in the classroom, but they can be worn outside. If students do not wish to participate, they can wear their regular school uniform. (Please note that western wear for Go Texan Day does NOT include gear for the Houston Texans, University of Texas, Texas A&M University, etc.) -
Parent Case Studies
All Class 11 parents and guardians are invited to an interactive workshop led by the College Counseling Team in partnership with admissions officers from a range of institutions. Together, we will explore the mechanics of the college application process, culminating in a mock admissions committee in which participants review sample SJS applications and render admission decisions. The program will be held on February 27 from 8:45–9:45 a.m. in the Chao Assembly Room.
Register HERE
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