Last Thursday, our 2nd graders participated in a much loved tradition – making gingerbread houses to bring home for Christmas. Mrs. Buono and Mrs. Crocini, both of whom retired from Saint James School several years ago, returned to help and join in the fun (pictures below):
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Just a reminder that the Saint James School student council is collecting toys for Community Partners in Action. Families helped by this organization have a particular need for Christmas presents for their children – these toys and gifts are greatly appreciated!
Between now and December 20th, each grade can help by bringing in the following:
Pre-Kindergarten: Toys for babies and toddlers
Grades K-3: toys for ages 3-8
Grades 4-6: toys for ages 8-12 (i.e. Nerf sports toys and arts/crafts kits are popular)
Grades 7-8: gift cards (i.e. Target, McDonalds, etc.), arts/crafts kits or other items appropriate for ages 13-14.
Attached here is a copy of the flyer that was sent home with students
Just a reminder that the Saint James School Christmas Store begins tomorrow. Students will have an opportunity to purchase low cost items for anyone on their shopping list. All items are $2.00 or less. If you would like your child to purchase items at the Christmas Store, please remember to send them in with money tomorrow. There may be an additional opportunity to purchase items on Thursday depending on remaining inventory.
St. Bridget’s is hosting their annual Winter Snowball Dance this Friday evening Dec. 13th from 7 to 10 pm. This is a semi formal dance. Girls are encouraged to wear skirts and dresses, no strapless or sleeveless tops are allowed. If your top is strapless or sleeveless a cover up will be required throughout the evening. Boys are encouraged to wear dress pants and a polo or button up shirt, please no jeans, T-shirts or sneakers, and as always no hats. Admission is $5 and must be accompanied by a completed permission slip, which can be downloaded here . We look forward to seeing everyone dressed in their finest this holiday season.
Children signed up to attend the event will be dismissed direct to the gym. We will have lunch followed by a movie/snacks and some crafts. Children can bring a sleeping bag or blanket to sit on while watching the movie.
**It’s still not too late to come. Extended deadline is Thursday.
Yesterday we e-mailed out a DRAFT version of the Saint James School Family Directory to SJS parents/guardians and staff. If you have not already done so, please take a moment to check your family’s listing and provide any changes you wish to make by the end of day today (Tuesday). If you did not receive the e-mail with the directory information, please e-mail us at info@saintjamesschool.net.
After making changes, we will be printing the directory and sending it home with students (next week).
This Friday (12/13) students may dress down in Red & Green for a $1.00 (or more) donation, with the proceeds going towards a Scholarship Fund being set up in the name of our retiring Archbishop Henry J. Mansell.
This Friday (12/13) students may dress down in Red & Green for a $1.00 (or more) donation, with the proceeds going towards a Scholarship Fund being set up in the name of our retiring Archbishop Henry J. Mansell.
The local Knights of Columbus will be holding their 2nd annual Pizza with Santa event on Sunday, December 15th from 1:30pm to 4:00pm in the Saint James Church hall. For the many Saint James School families that attended last year, you’ll recall this was a wonderful event that the K of C hosts!
Please click here to review the flyer for details – Pizza with Santa
RSVPs are requested by 12/12 to Kevin McGuire at KevinPMcGuire@MSN.com. We hope to see you there!
In keeping with the annual tradition, Saint James Pre-Kindergarten through 5th Grade students left one shoe outside their classroom this morning in celebration of St. Nicholas day. A popular tradition in Northern Europe, St. Nick celebrations include leaving a shoe by the fireplace, in which children later find a treat or gift (the origin of our American Christmas stockings).
In addition to the fun that goes along with this special tradition at Saint James, it is also a time that our students learn about Saint Nicholas, who was renowned for his great kindness and generous aid to those in distress.
