Brookfield is a wonderful community, known for its great neighborhoods, great shopping, great restaurants and importantly, great schools. This blog will provide insight into life and education at St. John Vianney school, a 4K-8 educational anchor in Brookfield since 1957.
Kelly is a full-time mother of four, with three attending SJV and the fourth aspiring to attend when she's old enough for preschool.
There are three things to do upon arriving in Brookfield, Wisconsin: tour the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, take a swim at Wirth Aquatic Center, and visit St. John Vianney School.
St. John Vianney School ? Why visit a small, private Catholic school when Brookfield can pride itself on the highly rated Elmbrook School system? Public schools that can rival or, more likely, surpass, any other school district in the state?
That’s a good question, one that I was asking myself when my family and I first moved to Brookfield in 2003. After one visit, though, St. John Vianney School stood out from other Brookfield schools because of academic standards that go way beyond the average Iowa test scores, extracurricular activities that build character and success later in life, a Catholic focus and emphasis on God's presence, longtime dedicated teachers, strong and consistent parental involvement, and a cohesive but inclusive school community.
From the New Family Coffee to the Back to School Pizza Bash to the overwhelming attendance at SJV’s annual V.I.P. Day, I was constantly reminded of the warm and welcoming sense of spirit and unity that is time after time present in the school.
St. John Vianney News is an opportunity for the SJV school community to hear observations, relive school events, and learn about upcoming school happenings. More importantly, it’s a way for the community to renew their connection and for all SJV families to offer their own thoughts and commentary. I look forward to reading your e-mails regarding your own news and remarks. Together we can strengthen our rapport to this outstanding school.
