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John Swett
JSEF Signal Article: January 2022

You may have noticed the Z is missing from the Carquinez Middle School sign. Please know the John Swett Education Foundation is very aware of the missing Z and if the Z is not returned to the Carquine Middle School sign in short order, the JSEF will be taking action…

JSEF Signal Article: January 2022
Signal Articles
John Swett
JSEF Signal Article: June 2020

We should all feel almost angelic; we’re all singing together on the cloud (thanks to the lofty gift of internet access). –Don’t tell anyone, but it’s kind of nice being able to communicate from the comfort of our own homes rather than an official school site; this way we can enjoy a sip of fine chardonnay while swapping stories of the latest events in the John Swett School District.

JSEF Signal Article: June 2020
Signal Articles
Billie Davis
JSEF Signal Article: August 2019

When we say we’re running in the red—it’s not exactly what we mean…. What we want you to notice is that we erased last year’s red “mercury”. So—where did that money go?

JSEF Signal Article: August 2019
Signal Articles
Billie Davis
JSEF Signal Article: September 2018

When we say we’re running in the red—it’s not exactly what we mean…. What we want you to notice is that we erased last year’s red “mercury”. So—where did that money go?

JSEF Signal Article: September 2018
Signal Articles
Billie Davis
JSEF Signal Article: August 2018

Lazy, crazy, hazy days of summer.  …I don’t know about you, but It seems like long hot August days with nothing to do are a distant dream…

JSEF Signal Article: August 2018

In Memoriam: Pat Contestable

Aug. 22, 1929 - Feb. 11, 2018


Pasquale 'Pat' Contestable passed away on February 11, 2018. He touched many lives with his gentle spirit and positive outlook on life.

Pat was born in Crockett, CA and graduated from John Swett High School and earned a degree in Mathematics from the University of California, Berkeley and a master in Education from California State University San Francisco. After serving in the U.S. Army, Pat dedicated his career to John Swett Unified School District holding a variety of positions including teacher, counselor, principal, business manager and superintendent of schools. Upon retirement, Pat enjoyed traveling, golf, the Lions Club and spending time with his children and grandchildren.


Pat is survived by his loving wife, Julia, devoted children Mary Wooster (Kevin), Julie Bates (Jeff) and Peter Contestable and grandchildren Madeline Wooster and Jeremy Bates. His generous, easy going spirit will be missed by all that knew him.


Friends and family are invited to a funeral service at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 555 Third Avenue in Crockett. Friday, Mar. 2, 2018, 10:00 AM.

 
Donate in Pat's Name

Pat has requested that donations should be made to the John Swett Education Foundation. We are deeply moved by his thoughtfulness and years of support and service.

Donations can also be mailed to:

John Swett Education Foundation, P.O. Box 455, Crockett, CA 94525