Upcoming VIRTUS Training (Required for SJS Volunteers)

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In order to volunteer at Saint James School, volunteers are required to have a background check and attend a VIRTUS Training Session (you only need to do this one time, not every year).

If you plan to volunteer at Saint James at any point (including signing up to be a lunch helper, room parent, or field trip chaperone), please note that there are several upcoming VIRTUS sessions scheduled including September 20th (6:30pm) at East Catholic High School in Manchester, and September 28th (6:30pm) at Saint James Church.

To participate in a VIRTUS session, you must Pre-Register on the VIRTUS Site.  To access the schedule of upcoming sessions and register to attend one, click here and select Hartford, CT (Archdiocese).

Thank you for your support in helping make Saint James School a wonderful, safe place for our children!

Dress Code Guidelines

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Just a reminder to parents that the dress code at SJS also includes guidelines for hair.  Designs cut into hair, colored streaks/highlights, outlandish styles, and “mohawk-style” haircuts (long on top, shaved on sides) are not allowed.  Please note that just because you see a student with a questionable haircut, does not mean that it is acceptable – it has most likely already been addressed by administration.  All students need to be in compliance with the uniform policy.  Students will be given a consequence for disregard of the uniform policy, including hair.  To play it safe, if you are unsure if something is allowed, please don’t hesitate to contact us.  Thank you again for your support and understanding of our school’s policies.

Family Dance Party Extension

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There is still time to sign up for the Family Dance Party on Friday, September 22 from 6:00-7:30pm.  Please click HERE to see the flyer with additional details.  If would like to join in the fun, please RSVP as soon as possible so we can plan accordingly.  Thank you!

Box Tops Winner

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Congratulations to our two 5th grade classes on winning our most recent Box Tops contest, with over 1,500 Box Tops submitted!.  There were over 5,000 Box Tops counted yesterday, which equates to over $50 for our school.  The next Box Tops contest will be held in November.  Thanks you to everyone who participated!

 

HSA Meeting Tonight

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The HSA will hold its first meeting of the new school year tonight (9/14) from 7:00-8:00pm in the school cafeteria.  We strongly encourage you to attend to learn about the HSA and to hear about what events are upcoming in the next few months.

When you arrive at the school, please ring the buzzer at the breezeway doors and then head downstairs to the cafeteria.

If you cannot attend in the evening, there will also be a meeting on Friday, Sept 15 from 9:30-10:30am in the lower church.  This will be a very informal meeting so please feel free to bring along small children.

Cherrydale Fundraiser

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As a reminder, tomorrow is the second “Turn-In” incentive day for the Cherrydale Fundraiser.  Please refer to the packet that was sent home with your student(s) for details.

“Change” To Make A Difference

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A huge thank you to all the students/families who have brought in “change” to donate towards the hurricane relief efforts.  We know the families in need with be extremely grateful for your generosity!

TOMORROW is the last day to contribute to this school-wide service effort.  The money will be counted by the office and donated to the relief efforts through Catholic Charities.

As always with our fundraisers and outreach programs, participation is strictly voluntary and we are grateful for any support our families wish to provide.

 

"Change" To Make A Difference

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A huge thank you to all the students/families who have brought in “change” to donate towards the hurricane relief efforts.  We know the families in need with be extremely grateful for your generosity!

TOMORROW is the last day to contribute to this school-wide service effort.  The money will be counted by the office and donated to the relief efforts through Catholic Charities.

As always with our fundraisers and outreach programs, participation is strictly voluntary and we are grateful for any support our families wish to provide.

 

Class Pictures Tomorrow

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As a reminder class pictures will be taken tomorrow, Thursday, September 14th.  For Grades K-8 the following uniform requirements apply:

Grades K-5 Girls: Uniform Skort with uniform polo

Grades K-5 Boys: Uniform Khaki pants with Uniform polo

Grades 6-8 Girls: Uniform Skort with Uniform oxford

Grades 6-8 Boys: Uniform Khaki pants w/Uniform oxford and tie (any tie is acceptable)

Cross Country Calendar

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The Cross Country practice and meet schedule has been updated on the school website calendar through the end of the season.  To view a calendar for just Cross Country events, please visit the Cross Country webpage under the Extra Curricular tab.  Please note, you can click the “View Calendar” button at the bottom of the page to see a monthly calendar view of just Cross Country.

If you would like to subscribe to the Cross Country calendar (only) on your personal on-line calendar (google calendar, outlook, etc.), after you select the “View Calendar” button, scroll down to the bottom and click the button “Subscribe to Filtered Calendar.”  Choose the type of calendar you wish to subscribe to.

Once you subscribe, updates made to the Cross Country schedule on the SJS website should sync right to your personal calendar.  You can unsubscribe at any time in your settings.