A letter from Kalee Kozinski, Principal
Dear Future Saint John School Families,
I am so grateful you are considering Saint John the Baptist Catholic School for your family. Saint John School has been teaching the Catholic faith for 150 years. The people who have been part of our school set the foundation for those yet to come. We would love to add you to our growing family!
Catholic education, whether through the Catholic school or Faith Formation, is the largest ministry in the Catholic Church. The future of our Church is dependent on our young generations. Offering a strong, faith-based, education is vital. We are proud to provide a solid foundation rooted in faith which supports soul formation, sets high academic standards, encourages service, strengthens morals and values, and provides opportunities to participate in Sacraments. This foundation sets Saint John the Baptist Catholic School apart from the other schools in our area.
In addition to our focus on faith, Saint John School is proud to offer a rigorous curriculum with high academic standards. We are blessed to live in a country where education is available to all children. We know you have options, including the local Waunakee schools, so we work to maintain a high standard of learning and look to find ways to set us apart. Saint John School is fully accredited through the Wisconsin Religious and Independent School Accreditation (WRISA). Our curriculum is based on national, state, and diocesan standards which are reviewed each year. SJS teachers are licensed with years of continuing education credits, but more importantly, they are here because they have been called to serve in the vocation of Catholic school teachers. Each day, they work to meet the needs of each student through personal contact and differentiation.
We are grateful you are considering Saint John the Baptist Catholic School for your family. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about our school or the enrollment process. I look forward to welcoming your family to our SJS family!
In Christ,
Kalee Kozinski, Principal
Family Testimonials
Saint John The Baptist Catholic School has been an incredible blessing for our family. We chose it because of its strong values, dedicated teachers, and commitment to academic excellence. From day one, we knew we made the right decision as we watched our children thrive both academically and personally. The sense of community and support here is unmatched. We stay because we see the lasting impact this school has on our children's future, and we couldn't imagine a better place for them to learn and thrive.
The Helt Family
We moved to Waunakee and started at St. John's School when our kids were in 4K, 1st, and 2nd grades. Changing schools can be intimidating, but the staff and families at St. John School and throughout the parish were so welcoming to us! After two years in, our kids consistently tell us they are so glad we moved and came to St. John School. They are flourishing academically, spiritually, and personally. We are very grateful to the wonderful teachers and staff!
The Leicht Family
Begin your application online!
Please note that the morning session for preschool is full. We are still accepting applications for an afternoon session of 3K, which will run from 11:30 am - 2:15 pm M/W/F.
For all students, the following must be submitted prior to admission:
Non-refundable application and enrollment fees.
Completed FACTS account and accompanying payment plan.
In partnership with FACTS, Saint John School provides tuition management and payment plans to families of students entering four-year-old Kindergarten through eighth grade. Visit FACTS to learn more. Fee free to contact us to discuss options.
For all students transferring from another school, the following must also be submitted prior to admission:
Records from previous school.
Current standardized test scores and most recent report card.
A Student Evaluation Narrative (completed online by a current teacher) must be provided to Saint John School.
Admissions - FAQs
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Applications for 2025-2026 are open! The morning session is currently full. Applications are still being accepted for the afternoon session, which will run from 11:30 am - 2:15 pm.
Families need to apply and enroll like every other SJS program. This is done via FACTS by clicking the button at the top of this page.
3K TUITION
Parishioner
3 days a week: $4,350
Non-Parishioner
3 days a week: $4,650
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Below are the tuition rates for the 2025-2026 school year. Financial Assistance is available for students in 4-year-old Kindergarten through eighth grade through FACTS.
GRADES 4K - 8
Parishioner
1st Child: $4,310
2nd Child: $3,660
3rd Child: $2,370
4th Child: Free
Non-Parishioner
Per Child: $8,500
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The Principal at his/her discretion has the right to admit, re-admit, or deny admission of any student. In making this determination, the Principal will consider a variety of factors, including the conduct of the student and/or parent(s).
Conditions for continued enrollment at Saint John School include students’ academic progress and compliance with all school rules, regulations, and policies. Student failure to comply with rules, regulations, and policies may result in dismissal or denial of admission. Parental support and cooperation in all school matters, as well as ongoing volunteerism, are also required for continued enrollment in Saint John School.
Parents/guardians are required to inform Saint John School of their child’s special academic, emotional, or physical needs. Saint John School must also be informed of any testing for learning disabilities by any public school or private agency. Copies of testing reports are needed to be considered for acceptance. We reserve the right to deny admission to any child whose needs we do not have the resources and ability to meet. Students requiring special support services will be considered on an individual basis. Their status will be reviewed annually.
New students are considered as probationary students and Saint John School has the right to dismiss a student or family at any time during this probationary period. Probationary status is assessed at the conclusion of the first trimester and the end of the first year enrolled.
New applicant priority is given to:
Families who already have children attending Saint John the Baptist Catholic School.
Parish members of Saint Maximilian Kolbe Pastorate.
Members of another Catholic parish.
Community non-parish members.
Families will be notified by of their enrollment status on a rolling basis.
Saint John the Baptist Catholic School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and financial aid programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
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We are blessed to have benefactors who support Catholic education with their donations to Saint John the Baptist School Endowment Fund. Through their generosity, we can offer financial assistance to our school families. Financial Assistance is available for students in 4K through eighth grade. Parents apply through FACTS once enrollment is complete. Additionally, we encourage all families to take advantage of the Wisconsin tax credit.
Financial assistance applications are due by May 15th. Applicants will be notified if they qualify for aid by June 1st.
St. John School Merit Scholarship
At St. John the Baptist School (SJS), we are called to prepare the way for Christ. Inspired by the mission of our patron and guided by our parish’s commitment to forming disciples, we are thrilled to introduce the SJS Merit Scholarship — an initiative designed to support families in embracing the gift of Catholic education at St. John the Baptist School.
Catholic education is not just academics – it is a sacred partnership to cultivate hearts on fire for Christ. And our school is not merely an institution – it is a vital apostolate of our parish. Likewise, this scholarship is more than financial aid – it is an invitation to join a community where faith illuminates learning, service becomes second nature, and children grow into the saints God calls them to be.
The SJS Merit Scholarship is specifically designed to encourage families who are not currently sending a grade K-8 child to our parish’s Catholic school to explore this transformative opportunity. Recipients will receive tuition coverage for their first child, and the scholarship is open for renewal on an annual basis for families who continue to meet eligibility criteria. We firmly believe that Catholic education plays an indispensable role in forming young disciples, and we are eager to support families in this endeavor.
This scholarship reflects our parish’s dedication to removing financial barriers for families discerning Catholic schooling for the first time; investing in lifelong discipleship by uniting faith formation with academic excellence; and building a legacy of young people who live the Gospel with courage, integrity, and joy.
This scholarship is open to all active members of our parish who demonstrate a strong commitment to their faith and our parish community. Applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Live their faith: Regular Mass attendance, participation in Sacraments, and engagement in parish activities.
Champion Catholic education: Families eager to embrace a partnership with our school to form the “whole” child—spiritually, intellectually, and morally.
Seek transformation: Parents who desire more than a diploma—they seek a community where their child’s God-given gifts are nurtured for His glory.
For more information about the SJS Merit Scholarship and to apply, please contact Mrs. Kalee Kozinski, school principal, at 608.849.5325 ext. 5101 or kkozinski@stjb.org. All applications due by May 15th.
Peace and blessings,
Fr. Joseph Baker, Parochial Administrator
and Mrs. Kalee Kozinski, School Principal