Case Statement
Our History [1915] • St. John’s Church was built under Reverend Thomas O’ Donohue.
[1926] • The church was enlarged to include a Catholic School under Monsignor Michael Boland. • Classrooms available for grades 1-8. • Kindergarten was taught at St. James Children’s Home.
[1951] • New church was constructed west of the original church.
[1954]
Our Future
• Original church became a two-story school housing grades 1-8. • The old school was converted into a gymnasium.
[1960] • Grades 7 and 8 were moved to accommodate a Catholic Junior High School.
[1975] • Kindergarten moved into a vacant classroom making St. John’s kindergarten through sixth grade building.
[1991] • Preschool was added, using the kindergarten room half the time. Later preschool took over it’s own classroom allowing the school to add full- day kindergarten.
[1999] • New gymnasium was built.
[2001-2002] • Windows and doors were updated throughout the building.
[2005] • Media room opened with updated technology which is fully networked throughout the building. • Library moved to the new media room and music moved into the existing library.
[2006] • New playground area installed and outside landscaping updated.
Mission Statement
St. John the Evangelist Catholic School is a community of faith-filled people dedicated to providing educational excellence for the mind, body, and spirit.
Purpose
Our Capital Campaign is committed to the mission of St. John’s School. By raising funds for campus expansion and improvement, we are building our future and ensuring the legacy of academic excellence.
Vision Statement
At St. John’s, we believe that by providing a faith-based education, students grow spiritually and core values of respect, compassion and service are fostered. Our vision is that St. John’s will achieve longterm growth and sustainability, reaffirming its investment in facilities, faculty and, most importantly, students. By engaging financial support from all who share St. John’s passion for forming the character of the children, God’s greater community will be served.
“Our students are known for their strength in academics and preparedness for the future. They are taught to embrace Christian values at school and at home. They participate in many service projects that not only help our local community, but also our nation. These children represent our most important asset and St. John’s works towards developing their young minds as they grow.” Mrs. Peggy Fredrickson Principal and Parent
Excellence in Education Did You Know? St John’s School... • has provided academic excellence for over 85 years; built on a foundation of Christian values • emphasizes self-respect, respect for others, responsibility and accountability • teaches students to learn the value of community involvement through numerous volunteer opportunities • has students scoring 2-3 grade levels above their current grade in national standardized tests • welcomes students of all faiths • offers small class sizes with an average student/teacher ratio of 15:1 • is committed to the education of the individual child • provides a stimulating curriculum with music, physical education, art & religion
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”
Luke 12:34
Before
Expected Outcomes St. John’s Facility Expansion will provide • three additional classrooms • a physical link between the church and the school • fire and life upgrades • an updated media center with additional space added • a secure school entrance to ensure the safety of all students • a commercial kitchen and larger updated cafeteria space • the church with a new gathering space and meeting area • handicap accessibility to students and parish members • a remodeled, larger preschool classroom • updated and innovative technology in all classrooms After
Expanding our Endowment Our school’s leadership and supporters rightly expect that once our expansion projects have been completed, St. John’s School will be able to maintain and operate its facilities. Once they have been completed and have become self-sustaining, it is our intention that the annual distributions from our Endowment be allocated to the following areas of need: Tuition Assistance
The long-range goal of the St. John’s tuition assistance is to aid the school in its offering an outstanding educational foundation to all students regardless of financial resources. St. John’s School welcomes students of all faiths, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds to learn in a safe and positive environment with role models instilling core Christian values along with a second-to-none education.
Faculty Excellence
The purpose of the Faculty Excellence Fund is to provide funds for competitive salary opportunities, thereby ensuring high quality and effective teaching. This fund will allow St. John’s School to increase faculty and staff salaries and to supplement faculty and curriculum programs. It is of paramount importance to recruit and retain the finest faculty and staff members. Our teachers and staff members are at the core of what makes St. John’s School excellent.
Technology
In a continually evolving world of technology, it is important for St. John’s School to remain competitive and demonstrate leadership in this regard. We are currently in need of an upgraded technology lab, providing more students with computer skills and adding Smart Boards to classrooms for increased interaction between students and teachers.
Infrastructure
Like any school, there are unforeseen expenses that demand immediate attention. The St. John’s Infrastructure Fund will ensure availability of funds to repair building and mechanical issues that arise without sacrificing monies needed for day to day operations of the school.
Methods of Giving
Selecting the best gift plan depends on your personal financial situation and goals. As tax laws are always changing and each individual’s situation is unique, you are encouraged to consult with financial advisors to determine which method of contributing is most beneficial to you. There are many ways of giving so that you are able to meet your needs and those of your family while having the opportunity to give to St. John’s School. Pledges are commitments made in good faith, but are not legally binding. You may want to consider stretching your pledge over a three-year period to maximize the total amount of your support. We encourage all donors to consider a 10-20 percent initial payment to begin their commitment. Gifts made by cash or check are the most common and will allow St. John’s to address its immediate needs. However, while the needs of the “Building Our Future” Capital Campaign are urgent, we will gratefully accept gifts in any amount in various forms.
Planning your gift 3 Year Pledge Annually
$1,000,000
Semi-annually
Quarterly
Monthly
$333,333
$166,667
$83,333
$30,303
450,000
150,000
75,000
37,500
12,500
240,000
80,000
40,000
20,000
6,667
150,000
50,000
25,000
12,500
4,167
90,000
30,000
15,000
7,500
2,500
75,000
25,000
12,500
6,250
2,083
60,000
20,000
10,000
5,000
1,667
Can I choose how my gift is used? Yes, although most donors leave their gifts unrestricted to ensure that their gift will be used to address our most urgent needs.
Questions and Answers How can I participate? Can I pledge over time?
Our program offers a wide range of gift opportunities to participate at all levels. You may choose a plan that provides you with both flexibility and time to complete the payment of your choice. Because our needs are urgent, we encourage you to complete your pledge within three years.
Is my pledge legally binding? Will it be confidential?
No, a pledge is a gift, one to consider to be meaningful to you. All we ask is that you do your best and advise us of any financial changes that will impact your pledge. Please inform us on your pledge sheet if you wish to remain anonymous.
To what extent are campaign commitments tax deductible?
Gifts to the campaign are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. The application of such laws varies with individual circumstances. Donors with specific questions regarding tax deductibility should contact their attorneys.
Who will be asked to support the “Building Our Future� Capital Campaign? Alumni, parents, parishioners, friends, corporations, foundations and many others will be asked for consideration of a gift to the campaign.
How will the campaign affect my annual giving?
Annual giving will continue to provide support for ongoing academic programs. During the campaign, volunteers will ask everyone to make pledges above and beyond their regular annual giving. In the long term, similar campaigns have actually caused increases in annual giving by raising the sights of the donors.
Are pledges the only kind of gift?
While such gifts will be the type most often made to the campaign, other types such as gifts of stock or deferred gifts are also options.
Phone: (218) 724-9392 1 West Chisholm Street • Duluth, MN 55803
Commemorative Opportunities Campaign Leadership Pastor
Rev. Richard Kunst
Principal of School Peggy Frederickson
Architect
SJA Architects Greg Cooper, AIA Brian Morse, AIA
Construction Manager
Johnson Wilson Constructors Fred Strom Dave Berg
Building Committee Chair John Rashid, AIA
Capital Campaign Co-Chairs Kara McGillivray Rebecca Rashid
In honor of your generosity, St. John’s gives you the opportunity of recognition. At one time or another, someone special has touched our lives in some way. A truly gratifying way to honor that someone is to give a gift in memory of someone important, who has influenced our development.