Entries by Saint James School

Next Year’s Calendar

April 24, 2017 in /by

We are working on finalizing the school calendar for next year, but wanted to give parents a heads up that we will likely be starting school on August 31st, which is a few days in advance of the Manchester Public Schools.  We will have bus service for K-8 Manchester residents beginning on our first day […]

Father/Daughter Dance Pictures

April 21, 2017 in /by

There will be a photographer at the Father/Daughter dance Saturday evening taking pictures.  Should you wish to purchase pictures, the flyer is attached for your information.  Please note, you may prepay for pictures online ahead of time, or you may purchase them at the dance. Saint James Father Daughter Dance Picture Flyer

Gym Uniform

April 21, 2017 in /by

As a clarification, students should only be wearing the white or gray short-sleeve uniform shirt on gym days, not shirts that were sold as spiritwear for the school or a particular school sport.  Gym pants/shorts may be the SJS sports-related spiritwear (otherwise, they must be plain navy).

Fidget Spinners

April 21, 2017 in /by

Several students have been bringing “Fidget Spinners” to school during the past week.  Saint James School does not allow these items during school time.  Fidget Spinners that are out of a child’s backpack while on school grounds will be confiscated and returned to the parents at afternoon pickup.  An announcement was made at school today […]

Good Luck!

April 21, 2017 in /by

Please join us in wishing SJS 5th grader Isabel T. best of luck tomorrow night in the 2017 Knights of Columbus State Spelling Bee at St. Mary in New Haven.  Isabel advanced to the state competition after winning 1st place for the 5th grade age category in the regional spelling bee held in March.

News from Saint James Church

April 21, 2017 in /by

The Feast of Divine Mercy will be celebrated at Saint James Church on Sunday, April 23, 2017 beginning at 12:20pm with the movie “Ocean of Mercy” followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, praying of the rosary, and readings from St. Faustina’s diary at 2:00pm.  The Chaplet of Divine Mercy will be prayed at 3:00pm […]

Saturday’s Soccer Schedule

April 20, 2017 in /by

Please note, there was a game missing from yesterday’s schedule announcement.  The 2nd SJS Blue Game (7th grade) is added into the update below. St. James soccer starts this Saturday (finally!).  Please see the updated schedule below.  C/Oak indicates the game is at Charter Oak Field in Manchester.  MCC indicates the game will be at […]

Attention 5th Grade Parents

April 20, 2017 in /by

We are seeking student volunteers from the 5th grade to represent our school during the SJS children’s Mass at 9:00am on May 7, 2017 at St. James Church.  This is a very special honor as we show the parishioners (many of whom generously support our school) the exceptional students they are investing in.  Please check […]