Halloween mode is on as Kindergarten and 2nd-grade students enjoyed a spooktacular day inspired by Gustavo the Shy Ghost, read aloud by Early Childhood Principal Ms. Maika.
PK Parent Reader and SJS security guard, José Ortiz, brought the tale of Princess Rapunzel to life for his daughter’s class, with his little one by his side, dressed for the occasion as, you guessed it, a princess!
Our 6th graders had an unforgettable hands-on learning experience at Frutos del Guacabo in Manatí, a family business that began as a small farm for the development of hydroponic products, and now focuses on the sustainability of its products and processes.
As the first school in Puerto Rico offering the AP African American Studies course, we were honored to welcome the College Board last school year as they explored our course in action through a special video feature.
This past Saturday, Mardi Roques (’26), National Student Council VP of Membership, and our Student Council VP, helped lead the first Conferencia de Liderazgo Estudiantil with the Consejo Estudiantil de Puerto Rico (CEPRI).
Our Hurricanes continue to prove that dedication and hard work lead to extraordinary results.
The College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP) Program allows students to take college-level courses in high school, encouraging them to aim higher and equipping them for future success.
Our new Elementary Innovation Center gives students in Grades 1–6 the opportunity to explore, build, code, and create under the guidance of Ms. Frances Collazo.
Granted through the College Board National Recognition Program, this honor celebrates high-performing students who score among the top 10% nationwide and demonstrate outstanding academic achievement.
We proudly celebrate their commitment to academic excellence, a testament to the exceptional education and guidance they received at Saint John’s School. Their success is our pride.
Our 6th graders marked the end of their Elementary chapter with an ocean-inspired ceremony—rocking shirts they designed themselves and celebrating with laughter, unforgettable memories, and community.
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.
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.
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 2nd graders turned their classrooms into bustling businesses—fast-food spots, creative shops, and even a drive-thru—all made from recycled materials!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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 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!
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!
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.
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.
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.