October 1993

Theme: Your Attitude Determines Your Altitude

The Sisters of the Company of Mary opened Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School with a preschool and kindergarten program at Viña de Lestonnac Ministry Center in Temecula, California, with an enrollment of twelve students.

September 1994

Theme: Respect + Responsibility = Results

Enrollment was increased to 42 students by the end of the year.

September 1995

Theme: Celebrating Our Tradition - Excellence, Spirit, & Pride

The enrollment was at 52. The preschool enrollment doubled in size.

September 1996

Theme: We Are God's Great, Wondrous Works of Art

Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School expanded with the addition of a first grade class.

September 1997

Theme: The Quest for Success Takes Everyone's Best

The enrollment grew to 78 students.

September 1998

Theme: Building a Solid Foundation

Enrollment was 130 and Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School extended to third grade. The construction of the new school began with hope of moving into our new facility in September 1999.

September 1999

Theme: Cherishing Our Gifts

Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School relocated to the present facility. The student enrollment grew to 240 preschool through seventh grade students.

September 2000

Theme: What We Do Matters

The enrollment reached 345 preschool through eighth grade students. The first graduating class of Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School celebrated their achievement. September 2001

Theme: I Can Make a Difference

The construction of the new theater and gymnasium was completed. A special dedication Mass and blessing was officiated by Bishop Gerald Barnes followed by a reception. The class of 2001-2002 was the first to graduate from our new theater/chapel.

September 2002

Theme: FaithYLove ItYLearn ItYLive It

The school continued to grow and prosper under the direction of the Sisters of the Company of Mary. As part of our theme, special emphasis was made to pray for and to raise funds to help the Sisters= missionary work in Africa.

September 2003

Theme: Fulfill Your Name

Our theme reflected our desire to be the very best that we can be and to develop our gifts and talents. With the newly appointed President, Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School was able to enhance the curriculum in order to be in the forefront of education.

September 2004

Theme: Extend Your Hand

In preparation for the 400th anniversary of the founding of the Company of Mary, our school will embark on a year-long plan to revisit and revive the educational philosophy of Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac. This year the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), along with Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA), will evaluate and validate our educational program.

August 2005

Theme... Maintain the Flame

This year we celebrate the 399th anniversary of the foundation of the Sisters of the Company of Mary, our Lady. The year will be marked with preparation activities for our big celebration next year. The theme reminds us that the flame has been carried for these 399 years and it is our mission to continue Saint Jeanne's dream and legacy.

Sister Charlotte Anne Turrietta will be our principal this year and Mrs. Kristen Mora will join the Administrative team as Coordinator of Instruction. Added emphasis will be placed on the Fine Arts this year with special music instruction and the addition of a new art program for grades K-6.

August 2006

Theme... Living Legacy

This is the big year! We celebrate the 400th anniversary of the foundation of the Sisters of the Company of Mary by our foundress Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac. The approval of the order dates to April 7, 1607. There will be days of celebration and prayer to thank God for this great grace.

The theme for this year reflects our celebration. We will review the life of Saint Jeanne and the legacy that she left us so that we will learn from her what it means to follow the call of God, where ever it takes us!

August 2007

Theme... Yes! I Can Do It.

This year=s theme reflects the mindset of Saint Jeanne when she began her first schools. There were many challenges but one by one she met them head on and they became opportunities for success. Like Jeanne, we too can have the A Can Do attitude.

This school year brings some slight changes in Administration. Sister Charlotte Anne resumes her position as President of the school and Sister Esperanza and Mrs. Kristen Mora are named co-principals. Mrs. Mora becomes the first lay principal of a Company of Mary owned school in the California. This is also a very special year for Sister Henrietta as she celebrates her golden anniversary of religious profession.

August 2008

Theme... Walking with the Lord

We, as a Catholic community, strongly believe that there is no substitute for a vibrant faith life. It is our faith in the Lord that will help us enjoy, in gratitude, our successes and help us not only meet our challenges, but make the most of them. Using this theme we will encourage our students to live every day in faith, hope, and love.