St. John the Baptist Catholic School
About Us
Formed in Faith
Educated in Excellence
Embraced by Community
Welcome to St. John the Baptist Catholic School
Dear Prospective Parent,
Thank you for visiting our website and getting a glimpse of how St. John the Baptist Catholic School can make a difference in the lives of your children. Since 1882, we have been educating children in a Christ centered, caring, and supportive learning environment. We operate as a true community serving students and families from three years of age to eighth grade. Our mission and our goal is Leading Souls to Heaven.
Endorsed and recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education, our remarkable faculty, staff, and both of us are committed to preparing our students spiritually, academically, socially, and emotionally for their futures in the 21st century.
We are proud to say we accomplish this through:
- Rigorous academics taught with a Catholic worldview
- Daily prayer and weekly Mass in faith families
- Celebration of the Sacraments and devotions
- Virtue and character formation
- Service and leadership opportunities
- Diverse extracurricular activities
- And more!
As you consider your options for your family, please know that everyone here at St. John the Baptist Catholic School truly feels blessed to serve the families of our faith and learning community. Our goal will always be to serve those who join this incredible community. Please reach out to schedule a tour, ask a question, or apply at 630-668-2625, extension 617. We would be honored to take the next steps to enroll your child and partner with you in the education of your children.
In Him,
Father Chris Lankford, Pastor
Joanne Policht, Principal
Our History
1867: The Beginning
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church was opened in Winfield to serve the growing community. Stone was obtained from the Naperville Quarry to erect the foundation of the church which still stands in our current chapel.
1882: Catholic Education
Sisters Paula, Euphamia and Michaela of the Order of the School Sisters of St. Francis came from their mother house in Campbellsport, WI (now Milwaukee). A new rectory was built, and the old rectory was converted into the school.
1906: Rebuilding
A bolt of lightning struct the wooden steeple of the church and the fire spread to the roof. A year and one day later, the new church was completed and dedicated by Most Reverend James E. Quigley, Archbishop of Chicago.
1942 and Beyond
In 1942, the cornerstone for the new school was laid. The school had four classrooms, a meeting hall with a stage and a kitchen.
In 1991, our new gymnasium opened, allowing for hundreds of volleyball and basketball games and hours of fun!
The Heart of Winfield
St. John the Baptist Catholic School
0S259 Church Street
Winfield, IL 60190
Phone: 630-668-2625, extension 617
Fax: 630-668-1074
Email: jpolicht@stjohnwindfield.org
0S259 Church Street
Winfield, IL 60190
P: 630.668.2625, ext. 617 F: 630.668.1074
Email: jpolicht@stjohnwinfield.org
