Recently our 8th grade students, who are preparing for graduation in the spring, were asked whether they would recommend Saint James School based on their experiences here. We were so moved by the responses, we have decided to post several of them over the next few weeks. We hope you will enjoy reading them as much as we did!
This first one is from 8th grader Kaeleigh who joined SJS in 6th grade:
“Saint James Middle School is the best place to help us prepare for high school. I have many reasons why I chose Saint James above all other middle schools and it was one of the best decisions my family and I made. One reason for choosing Saint James was when I left my old school to shadow, I immediately felt like I was a part of the class. The teachers, staff, and students welcomed me more than you can imagine. The friends and memories I made here will last forever. Another reason for choosing Saint James is that I like having two classrooms of every grade and having a great science lab. The atmosphere of continuous learning is rewarding to me not to mention how proud I feel when my artwork is displayed in the hallways.
Students from Saint James excel and go on to get accepted into excellent high schools such as East Catholic, Mercy, Xavier, and Kingswood Oxford. The teachers prepare us very well making it an easy adjustment for when we get to high school. There are lots of other activities to become involved in while at Saint James such as Student Council, drama club, and sports to name a few. I was very excited to be a part of history when Saint James was recognized and became a blue ribbon school.
I truly believe that you will have a bright future ahead of you if you become a part of Saint James School. I said it before – best decision of my life.”
Saint James Basketball Games Tonight
/in St. James Notices /by Saint James SchoolLooking for a fun activity for this evening? Come on out to cheer on the Saint James School boys and girls JV and Varsity basketball teams as they play Corpus Christi in Wethersfield. All games are being held at Corpus Christi (581 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield, CT 06109). The schedule for the evening is as follows:
5:00pm JV Girls
6:00pm JV Boys
7:00pm Varsity Girls
8:00pm Varsity Boys
The 7:00pm and 8:00pm games will also consist of 8th Grade Recognition Ceremonies.
Good luck Sabers!
8th Graders – In Their Own Words
/in St. James Notices /by Saint James SchoolRecently our 8th grade students, who are preparing for graduation in the spring, were asked whether they would recommend Saint James School based on their experiences here. We were so moved by the responses, we have decided to post several of them over the next few weeks. We hope you will enjoy reading them as much as we did!
This first one is from 8th grader Kaeleigh who joined SJS in 6th grade:
“Saint James Middle School is the best place to help us prepare for high school. I have many reasons why I chose Saint James above all other middle schools and it was one of the best decisions my family and I made. One reason for choosing Saint James was when I left my old school to shadow, I immediately felt like I was a part of the class. The teachers, staff, and students welcomed me more than you can imagine. The friends and memories I made here will last forever. Another reason for choosing Saint James is that I like having two classrooms of every grade and having a great science lab. The atmosphere of continuous learning is rewarding to me not to mention how proud I feel when my artwork is displayed in the hallways.
Students from Saint James excel and go on to get accepted into excellent high schools such as East Catholic, Mercy, Xavier, and Kingswood Oxford. The teachers prepare us very well making it an easy adjustment for when we get to high school. There are lots of other activities to become involved in while at Saint James such as Student Council, drama club, and sports to name a few. I was very excited to be a part of history when Saint James was recognized and became a blue ribbon school.
I truly believe that you will have a bright future ahead of you if you become a part of Saint James School. I said it before – best decision of my life.”
Read to Achieve Week 2 Ticket Due Tomorrow
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolJust a reminder that the Read to Achieve week 2 ticket is due back tomorrow.
5th Grade Ship Day Postponed
/in St. James Notices /by Saint James SchoolAttention 5th grade parents: Due to today’s snow day, the 5th grade journey to the new world has been postponed until NEXT Tuesday (February 11th). Students should come to school in their regular school uniforms tomorrow.
Blue & Gold $1 Dress Down – Friday, January 31st
/in St. James Notices /by jonesenOn Friday, January 31st, students may dress down in Blue & Gold for a $1.00/student donation. All contributions will go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Connecticut chapter.
Blue & Gold $1 Dress Down – Friday, January 31st
/in St. James Notices /by Saint James SchoolOn Friday, January 31st, students may dress down in Blue & Gold for a $1.00/student donation. All contributions will go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Connecticut chapter.
Save The Date: Annual Saint James School Gala & Auction Fundraiser
/in St. James Notices /by jonesenSave The Date: Annual Saint James School Gala & Auction Fundraiser
/in St. James Notices /by Saint James SchoolCongratulations to the SJS Varsity Gold Teams
/in St. James Notices /by Saint James SchoolCongratulations to the Saint James Varsity Boys Gold team, which placed FIRST in the annual Martin Luther King tournament this weekend defeating Holy Trinity in overtime. The Boys went undefeated in the tournament capturing their first MLK championship.
Congratulations also go out to the Saint James Varsity Girls Gold team, for placing second in the girl’s MLK tournament. St Paul’s defeated SJS in the finals to take the championship trophy in a hard fought game.
Morning Dropoff Prior to 7:30am
/in Uncategorized /by Saint James SchoolMrs. Kanute would like to remind parents that, unless your family is registered with the extended day program, students are not to be dropped off at the school prior to 7:30am. Thank you.