Entries by Saint James School

Back to School Readiness Reminders

We are looking forward to seeing everyone back at Saint James School in just a couple of weeks.  Our full 2021-2022 handbook will be emailed out shortly, but as you prepare for the start of school, please remember the following standard SJS guidelines: *No make up, nail polish, artificial nails, or artificial “tattoos” are allowed […]

Travel Policy

As noted in Mrs. Zorger’s letter sent out earlier this week, at this time schools in the Archdiocese of Hartford are following the CDC’s guidelines for the return to school protocol after travel. Families should call the SJS Nurse – Mrs. Vignati (860.643.5088, option 3) – to further discuss return-to-school protocol and dates of absence […]

Hot Lunch Notice

We are pleased to report that Hot Lunch will be FREE again for all K-8th grade students this upcoming school year or until further notice – whichever  comes first (please note we are including Kindergarten in the Hot Lunch program this year – additional details for K will be forthcoming). If your child purchases just […]

Cross Country Reminder

Saint James School offers a Cross Country team for students in Grades 5 – 8 who enjoy running.   In order to participate in the team when the season kicks off, students must have the endurance to run at least one mile without stopping (at the very minimum). Coach O’Neill is also looking for a couple […]

Return to School Update From Mrs. Zorger

  Dear Families, With September just around the corner, I wanted to take another opportunity to share the latest information coming from the State Department of Public Health and the Archdiocese of Hartford regarding our upcoming return to school policies.  I want to emphasize, as has the Archdiocese, that protocol being put in place when […]

New Calendar for 2021-2022

Please use this updated one page calendar for the 2021-2022 school year – please note that the day off at the end of September for the Catholic Educators’ Curriculum Conference has been changed to September 28th.  The website calendar and SJS App calendar have both been updated to reflect this change. 2021-2022 One Page Calendar […]

Reminder: SJS Spiritwear

Show your school spirit and support SJS with Saint James School Spiritwear!  Please note that the Navy shorts, Navy Sweatpants, and Navy Sweatshirts (only) MAY be worn to school on Gym day (for grades K – 8).  The Gray t-shirt required for gym day, however, must be from Lands’ End or Dennis Uniform company. If […]

Visit Museums in CT for Free

If you are looking for some fun activities to keep busy during this final month of Summer vacation, we wanted to remind families that many local museums and attractions are offering free tickets for children and an accompanying adult.  The website with all the details can be found HERE (Tickets may be limited. Be sure […]

Lands’ End Sale

Attention K-8 Families: Lands’ End is offering up to 20% off uniform items through August 27th with code: BINDER and Pin: 5823 (enter at checkout). Lands’ End | School (landsend.com) Please remember monogrammed uniform items could take up to 3 weeks to ship in August so be sure to order items well in advance of […]

Update From Mrs. Zorger

Dear Families, The Saint James School administration is working diligently to prepare our school for the 2021-2022 school year.  Our Return to In-Person Instruction Committee met last week to review recent guidance from the State Department of Education, State Department of Public Health, and the Archdiocese of Hartford. In reviewing the preliminary information from these […]