Tardy Reminder

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Mrs. Zorger would like to remind parents of the importance of getting your child(ren) to school on time each morning.  There were an excessive number of late arrivals this morning.

Please remember, late arrivals are disruptive to the teacher, morning announcements, and the classroom routine.   If you find yourself not making it to school between 7:30am and 7:50am (to be in line with you class by the 7:55 bell), Mrs. Zorger asks that you please take a few moments today to talk to your child/ren about the importance of being punctual and help them readjust their morning schedule accordingly.

Please remember it is our policy (as noted in the parent/student handbook) that 3 unexcused tardy arrivals will result in a detention.

Thank you again for your support of our school policies and procedures.

Parking Announcement

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Mrs. Zorger would like to send a huge Thank You to everyone for adhering to the parking procedures for morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up.  Your cooperation helps ensure the smooth flow of traffic and the safety of our students/parents/staff.  One additional note:  Please DO NOT PARK in the grassy driveway near the vacant lot at the end of Park Street (on the side of the blue house by the Pre-K).  That driveway/area is for staff parking only.

Monthly Calendar

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There were a few changes to the Monthly Events Calendar after we sent it out last week.  Please utilize the updated calendar below going forward.  (The updated calendar can also be found on the “documents & forms” page of our website for future reference).  Changes are as follows:

  • There is a half day on January 24th with Professional Development for staff (PLC) from 12:30 – 3:00pm
  • Because of that change, the 7th Grade Science Fair will be held on January 17th
  • Because of the ½ day, the Rosary will be on January 10th at 8:15am
  • The Middle School Parent Chrome Book Meeting (Grade 6 – 8 Parents) was moved to Wednesday September 27th at 6:00pm (the meet the teachers night for middle school is still being held on September 20th).

Updated Calendar Pages 2017-2018

As a reminder, parents can Subscribe to the school’s electronic calendar on their personal calendar by opening the full calendar via the school website homepage and clicking the “Subscribe” button at the bottom.  Once you Subscribe, changes to the school calendar will automatically sync to your personal calendar.

Also, there is the option to Subscribe to just SJS days off and early dismissal days.  To do so, click HERE and choose “subscribe to filtered calendar” at the bottom.

 

Welcome From the HSA

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The Home and School Association (HSA) would like to welcome all new and returning families to the new school year.  There are lots of fun activities planned and we encourage you to participate!  Please take a few minutes to look over the HSA Welcome Packet (click here) for detailed information on events, meetings and volunteer opportunities.

The first HSA meeting will be held in the school cafeteria on September 14 from 7-8pm.  If you cannot attend, there will also be a morning meeting on September 15 from 9:30-10:30am in the church hall.  The meetings will give you a chance to meet several of our parent volunteers, hear about upcoming events, and learn about the many ways you can help out throughout the year.

For your convenience, a one-page HSA calendar can be found HERE.

Cherrydale Fall Fundraiser

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All students (PreK-Grade 8) should have received a Fall Fundraiser packet on Friday from Cherrydale Fundraising.  This catalog-based fundraiser offers a wide-range of items including wrapping paper, kitchen gadgets, home decor, candles, cookies, cakes, and candy — there is something for everyone!

Sales can be made in person using the order form from the packet or online at cherrydale.com.  At the end of the fundraiser, students will earn prizes based on the total number of items sold.  In addition, throughout the sale, there are 3 chances to earn extra incentives.  Turn-in dates for “Forest Friends” incentives are:

Friday, September 8

Friday, September 15

Friday, September 22

Please return all order forms (top two copies ONLY) and payment no later than Friday, September 22.  Checks should be payable to “St. James School” and we ask that you write your child’s name on the memo line of the check.

This fundraiser is one of our most successful of the year and we appreciate your participation!  If you have any questions, please contact the school office or email our school’s fundraising Chair, Kate Davis, at 70greenbean@sbcglobal.net.

Drop-Off & Pick-Up For Tuesday

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Tuesday morning we will be utilizing standard drop-off procedures.  This means all students will enter through the breezeway doors.  Staff and helpers will be available in the breezeway to escort new and younger students to the correct spot.

If you are doing curbside drop-and-go in front of the school – please remember not to get out of your car.  Curbside drop-and-go is meant for quick drop-offs only.  If you need to get out of your car to help your child or wish to walk your child to the breezeway door, you must find a parking spot.

Also, if you are not registered for the before-care/after-care program, your child cannot be dropped off before 7:30am.  Students must at school by 7:50am.

Please remember not to park (at drop-off and pick-up):

  • ON CHURCH STREET BEFORE THE WHITE FENCE (from Park Street to Oak Place).  This is where the buses park in the morning and afternoon
  • In the Handicap spots in St. Mary’s church lot (unless you have a Handicap permit)
  • Anywhere in front of Saint James School or the White House across the street (or any other areas noted with a No Parking Sign)

Thank you to all our parents and staff for a GREAT first two days of the 2017-2018 school year!  Remember, there is no school on Monday for the Labor Day Holiday – we will see you back at school on Tuesday morning!  Wishing you all a fun, relaxing, and enjoyable long weekend!

Drop-Off & Pick-Up For Tuesday

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Tuesday morning we will be utilizing standard drop-off procedures.  This means all students will enter through the breezeway doors.  Staff and helpers will be available in the breezeway to escort new and younger students to the correct spot.

If you are doing curbside drop-and-go in front of the school – please remember not to get out of your car.  Curbside drop-and-go is meant for quick drop-offs only.  If you need to get out of your car to help your child or wish to walk your child to the breezeway door, you must find a parking spot.

Also, if you are not registered for the before-care/after-care program, your child cannot be dropped off before 7:30am.  Students must at school by 7:50am.

Please remember not to park (at drop-off and pick-up):

  • ON CHURCH STREET BEFORE THE WHITE FENCE (from Park Street to Oak Place).  This is where the buses park in the morning and afternoon
  • In the Handicap spots in St. Mary’s church lot (unless you have a Handicap permit)
  • Anywhere in front of Saint James School or the White House across the street (or any other areas noted with a No Parking Sign)

Thank you to all our parents and staff for a GREAT first two days of the 2017-2018 school year!  Remember, there is no school on Monday for the Labor Day Holiday – we will see you back at school on Tuesday morning!  Wishing you all a fun, relaxing, and enjoyable long weekend!

Parking Notice

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A few parking reminders:

Please do not park:

  • ON CHURCH STREET BEFORE THE WHITE FENCE (from Park Street to Oak Place).  This is where the buses park in the morning and afternoon
  • In the Handicap spots in St. Mary’s church lot (unless you have a Handicap permit)
  • In front of Saint James School or the White House across the street or any other areas noted with a No Parking Sign

Thank you!

Saber Stories Newsletter

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If you have not already done so, please take a few moments to review our September 2017 Edition of the Saber Stories Newsletter.

September 2017 Saber Stories

Reminder: Student Mass Helpers (Gr. 3 – 8)

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We are looking for student volunteers in Grades 3 – 8 to participate in the Saint James Church Children’s Sunday Masses for the 2017-18 school year. We are in need of Readers, Gift Bearers, and Greeters.

All Children’s Masses are at 9:00 am the 2nd Sunday of each month through June and are listed below:

September 10, 2017
October 8, 2017
November 12, 2017
December 10, 2017
January 14, 2018
February 11, 2018
March 11, 2017
April 8, 2018
May 13, 2018
June 10, 2018

If you are interested, please send an email to Cindy Herr at cndherr@cox.net listing the parent’s name, student’s name, participation preference, and Mass dates that you are available to attend. Cindy will coordinate with the student’s teacher for approval of participation and a “Walk Through” of the Mass will be available for the student volunteers prior to the Sunday Mass.  You do not need to be a parishioner of Saint James Church for your child/ren to participate.

Thank you for your consideration to volunteer at our Saint James Church Children’s Masses!