3rd Graders Learn About Owls

Saint James School 3rd graders have been learning about small animals and habitats as part of their science lessons.  Each student researched and hand-wrote a book, with pictures, about an assigned animal.  This week, students dissected sanitized owl “pellets” (which contain the bones of their prey) as they learned about owls.  Pictures from this neat lesson are below.

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Hats Off to Reading Ends Tomorrow!

Just a reminder that the Hats Off to Reading contest for Kindergarten through 5th Grade ends this Thursday, April 2nd!  The class with the most books read will win a dress down day and no homework night.  Please remind your child(ren) to keep reading.  Extra logs can be printed here if needed.

 

 

 

Saint James Classmates Connect Through Skype

Saint James School 5th grade students are remaining connected with a traveling classmate via Skype.  Ajay, who is visiting family in India, is using Skype to participate in select lessons with his classmates back at Saint James School.  In turn, students here at home are not only staying in touch with a friend, but learning more about the country of India (where it is currently 95 degrees!), as Ajay relays experiences about his visit.  In addition to classwork, the students are getting in some social time too – bringing an iPad to the lunch room so they could continue to chat with their friend.

 

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Father Daughter Dance Committee Meeting Tonight

The 2015 Father Daughter Dance Committee is looking for volunteers to help with planning and running this fun, annual event. The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 31 at 6:30pm in the PreK building.  All SJS parents/grandparents/guardians are welcome to attend.  Anyone interested in helping that can’t make the meeting, please contact Jen Grohs at (860) 670-0687.

 

 

 

 

 

Lenten Prayer Service Reminder

All students, faculty, parents, and other guests of our students are invited to join us in prayer tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at 7:30 a.m. in Room 7-14.   Please take this time and/or encourage your child(ren) to join us in prayer for family, friends, peace, and other special intentions. Also, this will be a time of giving thanks for the many Blessings we have in our lives.

 

 

 

 

Instrumental Music Announcement

Mr. Corcoran will teach both lessons and band for grades 5-8 on Wednesday.  All Concert and Symphonic Band students will meet at 7:30am for a special rehearsal.

Aftercare Information For Taxes

Please note, families in need of aftercare documentation to use for tax purposes may contact our Tuition Manager, Denise Mayo, at denisemayo56@msn.com.

 

 

 

 

 

Notice About School Roof

 

Last week Mrs. Kanute sent home a letter concerning areas of our school building that have experienced leaks as the snow and ice on the roofs began to melt.  As noted in Mrs. Kanute’s letter, a second air quality test was being performed to ensure that the air quality upstairs continues to be safe for our students and faculty.

The results from the independent test showed all samples collected to be at levels that are “safe for normal use and occupancy.”  Mold counts inside the building were significantly lower than those outside. A copy of the report is attached below should you wish to read it.

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MACC Change for Change Winners

Congratulations to Mrs. Wojtyna’s class and Mrs. Camposeo’s class for winning 2nd and 3rd place respectively in MACC’s recent Change for Change Challenge.  Four local schools participated in the contest bringing in a total of $3,741 for MACC Charities.  The two winning classes from SJS brought in $249.22 and $208.00.  Below are pictures of the kids enjoying their treats this morning.

 

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Yearbook Orders Due Monday 3/30

All students should have brought home a 2014-2015 yearbook order form on Monday.  Yearbook orders are due  to the office by this coming Monday 3/30.  If your child did not receive an order form, please contact the school office.  Please note, the school does not order extra yearbooks so this will be the only opportunity for your child to purchase one.