September 18, 2024
Dear Saint James School Families,
The faculty and administration at Saint James School have begun preparing for the renewal of our NEASC accreditation. As a member of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), Saint James School undergoes a full evaluation every ten years. A major part of the accreditation process is a self-evaluation, which requires all members of our school community to reflect upon numerous aspects of our school. Currently enrolled families are an integral part of this evaluation process.
Below you will find a link to our parent/guardian survey. Your responses are confidential, and will go directly to NEASC. NEASC will be providing us with updates about participation and overall survey results. Please limit survey responses to one per family.
While the 10-year accreditation review is a huge undertaking for any academic institution, it does give us an opportunity to step back and evaluate all aspects of our school. Everyone receiving this letter has a vested interest in Saint James School so we are hoping for 100% participation in the survey process. We truly appreciate the time and effort you will put into giving us your honest feedback.
Parents/Guardians, please complete this survey by Friday, September 27th. Again, thank you for your time and participation. https://surveys.neasc.org/s3/F25-NEASC-CIS-Family-Survey?id=24
Sincerely,
The Saint James School Faculty and Administration
SJS Spiritwear Orders
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolFor families that ordered Cross Country Gear or general school spirit-wear back in late August/early September – items are in and will be sent home with students over the next few days. If the items are a surprise and you would like to arrange for pick-up, please reach out to Amy Guenther at aguenther@saintjamesschool.net. For families that requested postal delivery to their home, those items have already shipped to you.
Wall That Heals Events
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolCampus Ministry Reminders
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolA few reminders from Ms. Holmes:
1) If your child would like to be an altar server and couldn’t attend the training last weekend please use this form. Please note: any student that wants to be an altar server must at least be in the 3rd grade and have received their sacrament of First Holy Communion.
2) If your child is interested in singing in the choir for masses, please use this sign-up form. This form is primarily “interest only.” Details such as dates and times are still to be determined.
3) If you have a suggestion for campus ministry please use this virtual suggestion box. I’d love to hear from you!
4) Please contact Stephanie at campusminister@saintteresacatholic.org for any questions you have now or in the future.
Congratulations SJS Cross Country!
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolCherrydale Fundraiser Ends Tomorrow
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolTomorrow – Friday, September 2oth – is the last day for Cherrydale Fundraiser orders to be placed, as well as our final “Wild Thingz” ticket turn-in day.
A huge thank you to everyone who participated – your support makes a difference!
Reminder: Volunteers Needed
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolThe HSA will be hosting the annual Saint James School Book Fair from Monday, September 30 through Thursday, October 3. Proceeds from the book fair (up to 50% of your purchase!) go towards funding new books and equipment for the classrooms and the school library.
Volunteers are needed to help set-up/clean-up the book fair and to work at the fair by helping students make selections and serving as cashiers. Please note that in order to volunteer you must have completed VIRTUS training and a Background Check.
If you are able to help, please click HERE to access the Volunteer Sign Up Genius. Any questions can be directed to Alicia Poth (aliciapoth@gmail.com).
Any time you can give would be appreciated to help us make this year’s book fair another huge success. Thank you!
Protecting our Youth
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolBelow please find a link to an informational pamphlet that was shared by the town of Manchester for national suicide prevention month.
Protecting our Youth
IMPORTANT: Saint James School Survey
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolSeptember 18, 2024
Dear Saint James School Families,
The faculty and administration at Saint James School have begun preparing for the renewal of our NEASC accreditation. As a member of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), Saint James School undergoes a full evaluation every ten years. A major part of the accreditation process is a self-evaluation, which requires all members of our school community to reflect upon numerous aspects of our school. Currently enrolled families are an integral part of this evaluation process.
Below you will find a link to our parent/guardian survey. Your responses are confidential, and will go directly to NEASC. NEASC will be providing us with updates about participation and overall survey results. Please limit survey responses to one per family.
While the 10-year accreditation review is a huge undertaking for any academic institution, it does give us an opportunity to step back and evaluate all aspects of our school. Everyone receiving this letter has a vested interest in Saint James School so we are hoping for 100% participation in the survey process. We truly appreciate the time and effort you will put into giving us your honest feedback.
Parents/Guardians, please complete this survey by Friday, September 27th. Again, thank you for your time and participation. https://surveys.neasc.org/s3/F25-NEASC-CIS-Family-Survey?id=24
Sincerely,
The Saint James School Faculty and Administration
MAP Testing Tomorrow
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolPlease note that SJS 3rd – 8th grade students will take the final Fall MAP Adaptive Assessment first thing in the morning tomorrow – Thursday, September 19th.
For middle school students – please make sure your child comes to school with their Chromebook fully charged tomorrow!!
1st XC Meet Tomorrow
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolOur cross country team will have their first meet of the season tomorrow afternoon (9/19) versus St. Timothy in West Hartford. Runners should be at St. Timothy School by 3:00pm. Course walk-through will start at 3:15pm and the girl’s race will start at 3:45pm, boys race will follow. All are welcome to cheer on our Sabers. The address for St. Tim’s is 225 King Philip Drive, West Hartford, CT. Go Sabers!!