This morning your child received their school-issued Chromebook. Each Chromebook has a specific serial number assigned to your child.
Students had a short amount of time this morning to log into their computer; some may also opt to bring them home today to begin familiarizing themselves with how to navigate the various programs.
We ask that all 8th grade parents take some time this evening to speak with your child about the conduct agreement that they (and you – as their parent/guardian) signed at the beginning of the school year. We also suggest another review of the Chromebook rules we discussed at the parent meeting (i.e. Chromebooks must come to school charged each day, be cared for appropriately at home, used for school-related purposes only, etc.).
Similarly, if you have not already done so, you should remind your child that teachers, administration, and other faculty members will be monitoring their Chromebook activity (both in and out of school) and will receive alerts if a student tries to utilize this school-issued tool in a manner inconsistent with our policies. Please know, there will be serious consequences for students who chose not to comply with the agreed-upon technology rules.
Lastly, if you have not turned in your Chromebook insurance form, we suggest you send that in with your child tomorrow.
Thank you for your support in helping us ensure our students are well-prepared for success in high school and beyond.
7th and 6th grade students will be receiving their Chromebooks in a couple of weeks after our 8th grader students are fully up and running.
Chromebook Care and Insurance
Chromebook Parent Letter
Movie Night
/in Uncategorized /by jonesenThere is a Family Movie Night scheduled for Friday, November 17. In order for the event to run, a chairperson is needed. If you are interested in organizing this simple, but very fun, event, please contact Alicia Poth at aliciapoth@gmail.com.
No School Monday
/in St. James Notices /by jonesenAs a reminder, there is NO SCHOOL this coming Monday — October 9th — for Columbus Day.
If you would like to subscribe to an electronic calendar of just days off/early dismissal days, you can do so HERE (at the bottom of the page is an option to subscribe to the “filtered” calendar).
Lucky Taco Dine-Out Today!
/in St. James Notices /by jonesenTake a night off from cooking, check out an awesome family-owned restaurant in our community, and support Saint James School – all at the same time! All day today – Thursday, October 5 – Lucky Taco (829 Main Street, Manchester) will donate 10% of sales back to Saint James School (take-out or dine-in both apply).
With its super-close proximity SJS, consider grabbing something from Lucky Taco for an after-school snack (or to reheat for dinner later), or to simply have a great meal after picking your child(ren) up from extended day.
All orders, all day long – both food and beverages – will be part of the 10% donated to Saint James School (no flyer is needed)!
http://www.luckytacoct.com/
Attention 8th Grade Parents
/in St. James Notices /by jonesenThis morning your child received their school-issued Chromebook. Each Chromebook has a specific serial number assigned to your child.
Students had a short amount of time this morning to log into their computer; some may also opt to bring them home today to begin familiarizing themselves with how to navigate the various programs.
We ask that all 8th grade parents take some time this evening to speak with your child about the conduct agreement that they (and you – as their parent/guardian) signed at the beginning of the school year. We also suggest another review of the Chromebook rules we discussed at the parent meeting (i.e. Chromebooks must come to school charged each day, be cared for appropriately at home, used for school-related purposes only, etc.).
Similarly, if you have not already done so, you should remind your child that teachers, administration, and other faculty members will be monitoring their Chromebook activity (both in and out of school) and will receive alerts if a student tries to utilize this school-issued tool in a manner inconsistent with our policies. Please know, there will be serious consequences for students who chose not to comply with the agreed-upon technology rules.
Lastly, if you have not turned in your Chromebook insurance form, we suggest you send that in with your child tomorrow.
Thank you for your support in helping us ensure our students are well-prepared for success in high school and beyond.
7th and 6th grade students will be receiving their Chromebooks in a couple of weeks after our 8th grader students are fully up and running.
Chromebook Care and Insurance
Chromebook Parent Letter
School Mass TOMORROW
/in Uncategorized /by jonesenOn Friday, students in grades 1 – 8 will attend Mass at Saint James Church at 9:15am. All SJS Parents/Guardians/Grandparents are welcome attend the mass – and any school masses that take place throughout the school year (please sit in the back few rows of pews). Students who have GYM on Friday will need to wear their regular uniform to school (teachers will instruct students about bringing their gym uniform and changing after Mass).
Please note, you do not need to be a member of Saint James Church or even a member of the Catholic faith to attend any Saint James School Masses.
October HSA Newletter
/in Uncategorized /by jonesenPlease take a few minutes to look at this month’s HSA Newsletter (click here to open) which highlights upcoming events, summaries past fundraisers, and explains where volunteer help is needed.
SJS Girls Sweep XC Meet
/in St. James Notices /by jonesenFor their second meet of the season the SJS Girls XC team once again dominated, taking all top 5 spots and scoring 1st place over Timothy Edwards Middle School (South Windsor) and East Hartford Middle School. Lindsay O’Neill (8th grade) came in first with a time of 14:15, followed by Abby Ray (7th grade), Kaitlyn Nyberg(7th grade), Shea Boyle (6th grade), and Sarah Christina (6th grade).
The boys team also had a strong performance, taking second place overall. 8th grader AJ Bushnell came in 2nd place with a time of 13:15, followed by 5th grader Jack Christina with a time of 13:57.
Special thanks to volunteer Coach Jen O’Neill for all the time and effort she puts into making Cross Country a fun and exciting extra curricular activity for our school!!
Location of Today’s Cross Country Meet
/in St. James Notices /by Saint James SchoolPlease note, the location of today’s cross country meet vs. Timothy Edwards is at Nevers Park in South Windsor. This is TE’s new home course. The website calendar for XC has been updated to reflect this.
Location of Today's Cross Country Meet
/in St. James Notices /by jonesenPlease note, the location of today’s cross country meet vs. Timothy Edwards is at Nevers Park in South Windsor. This is TE’s new home course. The website calendar for XC has been updated to reflect this.
No School Tomorrow – 10/4
/in St. James Notices /by jonesenAs a reminder, there is NO SCHOOL tomorrow — Wednesday, October 4th — as the teachers will be at the second Catholic Educator’s Curriculum Conference. There is also no school this coming Monday — October 9th — for Columbus Day.
If you would like to subscribe to an electronic calendar of just days off/early dismissal days, you can do so HERE (at the bottom of the page is an option to subscribe to the “filtered” calendar).