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Welcome to St. John the Evangelist Catholic School, 

a 4-time National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. 

We're glad you're here!

Our Mission

We are the SJE family, with Jesus in the center of all we do.
He guides us in leadership, scholarship and joyful service to others. 
Grounded in the Catholic faith, St. John the Evangelist Catholic School
nurtures the God-given potential of each student,
providing a rigorous academic and spiritual foundation
forming courageous and compassionate leaders.

 

Our Legacy

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School (SJE) is a vibrant and diverse community serving Pre-Kindergarten through 8th Grade students across the Metro Atlanta area. 

Founded in 1954 by the Sisters of Mercy, their fundamental charisms of hospitality, education, compassion for the poor and social justice advocacy have guided SJE for over 70 years. 

 

Our Team

The faculty and staff at SJE foster an environment where students can express themselves authentically and develop their God-given talents in meaningful ways.  They hold students to the highest standards, maintain clear professional boundaries, and consistently demonstrate unwavering confidence in each student’s potential.

Our Goals

Numerous factors contribute to our legacy of excellence, but the steadfast commitment of our stakeholders prioritizing the whole child in every aspect of school life is paramount to student success.
 
Learning at SJE extends far beyond academics and cultivates empathy, compassion, and respect for all individuals, essential elements of a well-rounded Catholic education.

 

Our Vision

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School will serve as a national model of exemplary education grounded in the Catholic faith
 

empowering students to be leaders and live their faith joyfully,

promoting 21st Century learning, critical thinking, and teamwork,

providing a dynamic curriculum taught by highly qualified faculty and staff,
 
implementing best educational practices and responsible stewardship, and
 
forming a collaborative relationship with parents, parishioners, alumni, and the community in a caring, inclusive environment, living by the example of Jesus.

 

 

At SJE, We Believe...

  • Every person is a child of God with worth and dignity.
  • All children strive for academic excellence and self-confidence through active participation in challenging and enriching learning opportunities.
  • The cornerstone of our entire academic system is firmly rooted in a Christ-centered environment.
  • A sense of family and faith community creates an atmosphere of trust, love and friendship.
  • Students need a safe environment where all members of the school community treat each other with respect, and where parents are actively involved in the school and their child's education.
  • The use of technology as a tool integrated throughout the curriculum supports higher order thinking skills, communication skills, collaboration, and problem solving.
  • The cultural diversity of our school enriches our lives and provides an environment which helps us grow in understanding and appreciation of different cultural traditions.