We are growing our school community and would like to invite your family to come and see what Visitation Catholic STEM Academy has to offer young learners. Visitation Provides Transformative Learning Experiences Our curriculum Project Lead The Way “provides transformative learning experiences for PreK-12 students and teachers across the U.S. We create an engaging, hands-on […]
Pope St. John XXIII STEM Academy is Open for Enrollment!
Pope St. John XXIII STEM Academy is currently accepting enrollment in Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade! Our application process is easy! Just go to our “Admissions” tab where you will find an opportunity to request information and an online application. Please don’t let income prevent you from applying. Pope St. John XXIII STEM Academy is committed […]
Annual Fund 2023
View the 2023-24 Annual Fund Letter from Leadership below! If you are interested in contributing to this years annual fund, please go to https://psjstem.org/annualfund/ If you would like to be in touch about a legacy gift, please email steinera@psjstem.org […]
Experiences at PSJXXIII- Something to Celebrate!
Pope St. John XXIII STEM Academy’s education is made unique by the STEM aspects implemented in everyday learning. These are enhanced by experiences that PSJXXIII students take part in as a supplement to learning. In-class projects often shared with the school are one example of these experiences, as well as fun trips off of school […]
Annual Fund 2022
View the 2022 Annual Fund Letter from Leadership below! If you are interested in contributing to this years annual fund, please go to https://psjstem.org/annualfund/ If you would like to be in touch about a legacy gift, please email steinera@psjstem.org […]
Alumni Feature – Jim Loonam, Class of 1946
As we welcome the transition to Pope St. John XXIII STEM Academy this year, we reflect Visitation’s legacy that brought the school to this point of growth. Over the summer, Principal Marc Nuno took some time to meet with a member of the school’s alumni, Jim Loonam, Visitation class of 1946, seen above. The legacy […]
A New Name For Visitation Parish and School
May 17, 2022 New Parish, New Name Pope St. John XXIII Summary Pope John XXIII convoked Vatican II and his writings emphasized the dignity of all people. Collaboration will enhance any changes to branding, uniform, name, and mission statement. We will remain STEM, our families and staff will stay the same, and our school will […]
Visitation Catholic STEM Academy’s 32nd Annual Gala Auction
We are happy to report that this year’s auction was a success! A huge thank you to the Auction Committee for making it all happen. We would also like to say thank you to all of the sponsors, donors, parents and friends that have given Visitation so much love and support. We appreciate you! _ […]
Parish Merger and New School – Archbishop Etienne Meets with Pierce Deanery Parishes
Archbishop Etienne Meets with Pierce Deanery Parishes January 13, 2022 On Thursday evening Archbishop Paul D. Etienne came to St. Ann parish in Tacoma to meet with the key leaders and stakeholder representatives from all the parishes involved in the current merging process. During the two-hour meeting, Archbishop shared his vision and role as Shepherd […]
School Accreditation a Success!
Visiting Committee Summary of Thoughts “The Visiting Committee observed that the community of Visitation Catholic STEM Academy is welcoming and focused on their mission and philosophy. We want to thank the community for their hospitality and we enjoyed meeting the various shareholders. It is clear that this is a mission-driven school that celebrates their diversity […]
OUR Students get hands-on experience at Seattle Children’s Research Institute
SEATTLE — Inside a lab on the ground floor of Seattle Children’s [Seattle Children’s Research Institute] new research facility , kids will work alongside scientists to get a hands-on approach to medical research. The Science Discovery Lab was designed specifically to host middle and high school students, giving them access to authentic equipment. It’s embedded in Building Cure and […]