Important News

Hi Parents, Guardians, and Families, October is National Bullying Prevention Month! We are spending time this month and throughout the year reminding our staff and students about the importance of preventing and reporting bullying. The role of our parents, guardians, and families is essential in addressing this issue with our students. StopBullying.gov has many great resources for adults and children…

Events & Community Information: TURKEY TROT FOOD DRIVE: The Kids Helping Kids Food Drive: SJLES is once again participating in the Kids Helping Kids Food Drive, benefiting the Howard County Food Bank. New this year, some of our donations will also be given to the Mt. Hebron Food Pantry to support people in need right here in our community. From…

Dear St. John’s Lane Elementary community, Providing a safe and healthy learning environment is our top priority at St. John’s Lane Elementary School. The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has been testing all schools for the presence of lead in school drinking water in compliance with a 2018 state regulation requiring testing in all Maryland schools. The lead testing…

TURKEY TROT FOOD DRIVE: The Kids Helping Kids Food Drive: SJLES is once again participating in the Kids Helping Kids Food Drive, benefiting the Howard County Food Bank. New this year, some of our donations will also be given to the Mt. Hebron Food Pantry to support people in need right here in our community. From October 14 - November…

St. John’s Lane School Families, As part of a grant from the State of Maryland’s Connected Devices Program, our school is partnering with the Bright Minds Foundation and the Howard County Government to provide qualifying families with one free Chromebook and charger per household. This free new HP Chromebook can be used by your family to connect with our schools…

Annual MLK Contests This year there are several exciting opportunities for students to engage with Dr. King’s vision of equality, justice, and community service. Additionally, all the awards come with cash prizes. The contests include: Poster Contest: Open to Elementary, Middle, and High School students, participants can visually express their interpretation of Dr. King's dream through creative poster designs. For…

Save The Dates 10/2: Walk to School Day 10/9: PTA Meeting @ Zoom 10/26: Trunk or Treat 11/10: Turkey Trot SJLES PTA Spirit Wear Sale The St. John's Lane PTA Spirit Wear Store is open! Check out our tees, hoodies, and flannel pants in both youth and adult sizes. Check it out at https://stores.inksoft.com/joh186 and place all orders by Sunday…

HCPSS parents, guardians and family members are invited to join HCPSS Superintendent Willliam J. Barnes, school system leaders and community organizations for this valuable information night to prepare for a successful academic year. The event will also feature various workshop topics which provide access to resources and support. The 2024-2025 Parent Academy Kick-Off will be held Wednesday, Sept. 25 from…

Each year, the Howard County Public School System partners with the Maryland Partnership for Prevention to bring flu immunizations into our schools for students. This year, they will also be offering the latest Covid vaccine if it is available at the time of the clinics . The clinic at St. John’s Lane will be held on Monday October 28, 2024…

Policy 9400: The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is committed to providing a safe, engaging, and supportive school environment that fosters the social and emotional safety, dignity, and well-being of all students. HCPSS acknowledges the need for employees to use an array of research-based positive behavior interventions, strategies, and supports to address student behaviors and keep students safe to…