Congratulations to Hurricanes Emma Vera (’27) and Manesh Palai (’27) for winning 1st place at the Puerto Rico National Robot Olympiad (PRNRO) at Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico!
Senior Wyatt Wunker (’25) has been named a National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winner! He’s among only 2,500 students selected nationwide from a talent pool of over 15,000 exceptional Finalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Congratulations to Mardi Roques (’26)—officially elected Vice President of Membership for the 2025–2026 National Association of Student Councils! We’re beyond proud of this Hurricane game-changer, whose leadership, vision, and voice just earned Puerto Rico a seat at the national table.
The countdown ended as our Seniors closed their last chapter on campus. Their first commencement rehearsal set the tone, and the memories poured in fast.
As part of our Earth Month celebrations, secondary students had the opportunity to hear from Ada Monzón—Puerto Rico’s first female meteorologist, WAPA TV’s chief meteorologist, and founder of EcoExploratorio: Science Museum of Puerto Rico.
They weren’t just in the musical—they left their mark. Eighteen talented Seniors turned Mean Girls: High School Version into a show-stopping farewell, wrapping up months of on-stage magic and backstage artistry.
Big shoutout to our powerhouse Student Council, officially named a 2025 National Gold Council of Excellence by the National Association of Student Councils (NASC) for the fifth year in a row! That’s not just gold... that’s legacy.
Congratulations to Luisa Bruno, Nicolás Unanue, and Wyatt Wunker, who have been named semifinalists in the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program—one of the nation's highest honors for high school seniors.
This week, our Upper Elementary students dove into hands-on learning, turning classrooms into launchpads of creativity and discovery through their projects.
Our World Languages Department’s annual Language Week Open Mic hit all the right notes as students stepped up and performed in Spanish as a Second Language, French, Italian, German, and Mandarin.
The official results of the 3rd phase of the Olimpiadas Matemáticas de Puerto Rico (OMPR) are out, and we are thrilled to announce that 10 of our Hurricanes are advancing to the 4th and final phase!
Our 80 Seniors have earned 414 acceptances to 158 prestigious colleges and universities! From Ivy Leagues to top-tier institutions, their dedication, passion, and drive continue to set new achievement standards.
Our 2nd graders turned their classrooms into bustling businesses—fast-food spots, creative shops, and even a drive-thru—all made from recycled materials!
We proudly recognize our associate college counselor, Nicole Widman, for presenting at the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC) Annual Conference – Embrace the Moment in Atlanta, GA.
We’re incredibly proud of our Hurricanes for placing 2nd in the 46th Annual Science Bowl we hosted, where 14 schools went head-to-head in a battle of knowledge and skill!
The Elementary Library was buzzing with excitement at our annual Used Book Fair! Our Hurricanes came together to find hidden gems and beloved classics, fostering a love for reading and giving books a second life.
History came to life for our 7th-grade Latin American History students during a dynamic visit from Dr. Norman Aponte—professor at Universidad del Sagrado Corazón and lecturer with Santillana Puerto Rico—for an insightful discussion on key historical influencers in Latin America.
Our talented 3rd-grade musicians hit all the right notes! They took the stage and didn't miss a beat with clear pitch, confident intonation, and impressive music-reading skills.
Our 3rd-grade performers reimagined the Puerto Rican classic El Plumaje del Múcaro, putting their own spin on it with feathers, flair, and a whole lot of heart.
Only the top 12 performers from the written rounds make it to the buzzer-beater Countdown Round (CDR) stage. Five of our Hurricanes earned their spot this year, with Elsa Besser ('29) crowned State CDR Champion and Violette Shue ('29) placing 3rd!
Tickets for Mean Girls: High School Version are officially on sale—and trust us, you do not want to miss this. Two nights only: FRI, APR 25 & SAT, APR 26 at 7:30 PM at Centro de Bellas Artes, Santurce.
This morning, our Head of School flipped the script and delivered her own 2nd Trimester Report Card over coffee—with an audience of proud, engaged parents.
A standing ovation for María Mercedes Méndez Cruz ('27) for her outstanding performance at the Poetry Out Loud Puerto Rico finals at Teatro Francisco Arriví!
Our Hurricanes took the stage and delivered an unforgettable Talent Show, showcasing outstanding performances in singing, dance, instrumental music, a live band, and even a DJ set!
Pi Day at SJS is more than just a date—it’s a celebration of numbers, logic, and endless possibilities! What better way to honor math’s most famous constant than by welcoming 11 schools to our 5th Annual Math Bowl for an epic, high-energy competition!
We have a new champion in the hive! Naira Rivas (‘30) is the 2025 Puerto Rico Spelling Bee Champion and will proudly represent the island and our school at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., this May!
Our 4th graders took the stage with Twelve Angry Pigs, a witty courtroom drama where a jury of pigs debated whether a "big and bad" wolf was truly guilty—or just misunderstood.
Let's hear it for our Seniors Patricia Hurtado de Mendoza, Wyatt Wunker, Sofia Espindola, Leonid Shteynblik, and Rania Marrero-Alattar, who have advanced to Finalist standing in the National Merit Scholarship Program 2025!
Our Secondary students stepped up to serve, turning dedication into action! Each grade took on a meaningful project, bringing energy, kindness, and hands-on support to different organizations across the island.
Step into the future of Saint John’s School at our upcoming fundraising event. Join our event ambassadors for an evening where we unveil the exciting remodeling vision for our campus.
Our second graders experienced a day in the life of a dairy farmer during their visit to Martínez Dairy Farm in Vega Baja. They fed the cows, explored the milking process, and gained a deeper appreciation for the dedication it takes to bring milk to our tables.
Our Mathletes showcased their problem-solving, strategic thinking, and teamwork skills at the 2025 Mathcounts Chapter Competition! Congratulations on an outstanding performance!
We proudly announce that Senior Mila Martínez ('25) signed today her Letter of Intent to play tennis for the Bryant University Women's Tennis Sports Team.
This weekend, our Hurricanes excelled at the Regional Science Bowl in Mayagüez, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy. Competing against top schools across the island, our teams demonstrated skill, teamwork, and perseverance—earning outstanding results. Congratulations!
María Mercedes Méndez Cruz's ('27) powerful poetry recitations secured her place in the upcoming finals for this year's Poetry Out Loud state competition!
Fifteen of our students represented us at NAIMUN LXII, the world's largest student-run Model UN conference held in one of Washington, D.C.'s most historic neighborhoods.
Congratulations to our Science Fair winners! We are so proud to see curiosity turn into discovery as our students push the boundaries of scientific inquiry through their projects.
We proudly share that 14 of our students have been named candidates for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, a distinction reserved for the most accomplished high school seniors across the United States. This honor places them among an elite group of students recognized for their academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to service.
At SJS, literature is more than words on a page—it’s an experience. Puerto Rican author Haydée Zayas Ramos brought stories to life in our Elementary Library, guiding Early Childhood and Upper Elementary students through imagination, critical thinking, and creativity with interactive activities and engaging discussions.
Our Varsity and Junior Varsity teams excelled at the Puerto Rico History Bee and Bowl, held at Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, securing their spots at the national competition in Washington, D.C., this April.
Stepping into secondary school is an exciting milestone, and today, our future seventh graders and their parents have taken the first step in this journey.
Congratulations to our Seniors, Yael Jiménez and Karime Wiesner, for receiving full-tuition scholarships through the Posse Puerto Rico and Posse Arts programs!
In one of the many engaging initiatives in Spanish classes, 11th-grade students brought literature to life through the novel “Póstumo el transmigrado” by Alejandro Tapia y Rivera, the father of Puerto Rican literature.
Our Elementary Guidance Counselor, Linett Jiménez, LPC, and School Psychologist, Paloma Purcell, Ph.D., hosted an insightful workshop on Positive Discipline: Applications in Daily Life for Early Childhood and Elementary Parents.
Today, the top 8 spellers from 4th to 8th grades competed in this year’s schoolwide SJS Spelling Bee. Our talented participants showcased their hard work, preparation, and courage, setting an example for our school community.
We proudly celebrate seniors Patricia Hurtado de Mendoza and Iñaki Navarrete, who have been awarded full scholarships through the 2024 QuestBridge National College Match. Patricia will attend Yale University, and Iñaki will join Boston College.
Saint John’s School is a non-profit, college preparatory, nonsectarian, coeducational day school founded in 1915. The school, located in a residential area of Condado, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, has an enrollment of over 800 students from Toddler to grade twelve. Instruction is mostly in English with the exception of language courses.