Respect Is Just A Minimum

10/12/2026

We are grateful to Impact 365 for partnering with the 40th Judicial District Court’s Respect Is Just a Minimum Youth Program (RIJAM) and delivering an engaging and meaningful etiquette session to our students.

It takes a village, and we are thankful for community leaders and partners who continue to invest in our youth!

Thank you, Judge Nghana Lewis, for bringing the Respect Is Just a Minimum Youth Program (RIJAM) to our parish and investing in the growth, confidence, and success of our youth. Your commitment to empowering young people through meaningful lessons in etiquette, respect, confidence, and professionalism is truly appreciated.

10/06/2026

💚💛 RIJAM STUDENT REMINDER 💛💚

Our Etiquette & Dining Session at Zea’s Rotisserie is this Saturday, October 10th! 🍽️

📍 Meet at ESJH: 4:45 PM
🚌 Bus leaves: 5:00 PM sharp
🍽️ Dinner: 6:00 PM

Students will learn proper dining etiquette, table manners, communication, confidence, and appropriate restaurant behavior.

Dress Code: Business Casual
No hoodies or ripped jeans.

Thank you Judge Lewis for supporting our students & families.

09/22/2026

🎶 RIJAM Students, we’ll see you this Wednesday! 🎧💚

Join the 40th JDC – Respect Is Just a Minimum Youth Program for Exploring Empathy Through Music! We’ll explore how music helps us express emotions, understand different perspectives, and connect with the experiences of others.

📅 Wednesday, September 23rd
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 East St. John High School Media Center

09/11/2026

Another meaningful evening with our students in the Respect Is Just a Minimum Youth Program (RIJAM), an initiative of the 40th Judicial District Court, founded by Judge Nghana Lewis.

Tonight’s theme, “Dress as a Code, Code Switching, and Dressing for Success,” focused on confidence, communication, and presenting yourself for success in any environment.

Special thanks to Shirah Ray-Herbert for an engaging and impactful session with our students!

09/08/2026

📣 REMINDER: 40th JDC-Respect Is Just a Minimum Youth Program.

Students, we’re looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!

🗣️ Topic: Dress as a Code, Code Switching, and Dressing for Success
📅 Wednesday, September 9th
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 East St. John Media Center
🎤 Presenter: Shirah Ray-Herbert

This session will give our students practical tools to communicate better, handle disagreements, build stronger relationships, and find positive solutions.

08/26/2026

Tomorrow!!!

📣 Parents, Guardians & Students — You’re Invited!

The 40th JDC – Respect Is Just a Minimum Youth Program, an initiative of Judge Lewis, invites parents, guardians, and students referred to the program to attend our upcoming Parent Meeting.

This meeting is an opportunity to learn more about the program, meet our team, review program expectations and available resources, and discuss how we can work together to support each student’s growth, accountability, and success.

📅 Wednesday, August 26
⏰ 4:30–6:00 PM
📍 East St. John High School – Media Center
🥤 Light refreshments will be served.

Your presence matters. Your partnership matters. Our youth matter.

08/14/2026

Congratulations Jaleia Wilson! We are so proud of you. 👍🏽📚

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The St. John Parish Dual Enrollment Program gives students a head start on AI-resistant careers.

08/12/2026

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2025- 2026 Programming year - Respect Is Just a Minimum

08/11/2026

📣 Parents, Guardians & Students — You’re Invited!

The 40th JDC – Respect Is Just a Minimum Youth Program, an initiative of Judge Lewis, invites parents, guardians, and students referred to the program to attend our upcoming Parent Meeting.

This meeting is an opportunity to learn more about the program, meet our team, review program expectations and available resources, and discuss how we can work together to support each student’s growth, accountability, and success.

📅 Wednesday, August 26
⏰ 4:30–6:00 PM
📍 East St. John High School – Media Center
🥤 Light refreshments will be served.

Your presence matters. Your partnership matters. Our youth matter.

07/26/2026

🎭 A Night at the Theater! 💚

Our Respect Is Just a Minimum (RIJAM) students had an amazing time at Shrek the Musical! Beyond the laughs and entertainment, our students learned valuable lessons about kindness, acceptance, courage, and embracing what makes us unique.

We also enjoyed a delicious dinner at Kobe Restaurant which made the evening even more special.

Thank you to the cast, crew, supporters, and everyone who helped make this unforgettable experience possible. Experiences like these inspire our youth and highlight the power of the arts.