8th Newsletter (jan 21-24)

Welcome back from a long weekend! A big congratulations to Tristan Cornell for winning our Geography Bee today! Thank you for sending all the lovely birthday wishes! I am excited for the year ahead.

UPDATES/ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. Annual Fund

In honor of the New Year and Catholic Schools' Week at the end of January, a generous donor has committed to matching ALL donations made this month up to $5000! WOW! So, if you're considering making a contribution, please do it NOW to take advantage of doubling your tax-deductible donation. No amount is too small or too great and all monies support the students of St. James Academy. Thank you for your support. DONATE HERE.

2. No-Go-Tell Instruction

Tomorrow, I will be completing the No-Go-Tell training with the 8th grade students. Please take the time to read the Parent Letter with all the information we will be covering.

3. HSPT Prep

This week, Mrs. Mott, Ms. C, and myself will continue using class time to help students prepare for the High School Placement Test (Sat, Jan 25).

4. Uniform Check

As we enter a fresh year, we want all our students looking fresh too! Mrs. Lang will be coming around to complete uniform checks, please review the proper attire expectations with your child. We have many potential families and guests visiting our school and we want to look our best, while following school guidelines. We appreciate your cooperation. See the handbook link to review uniform expectations: Link to Handbook Section 13

5. Gala!

SAVE THE DATE...The Great Gatsby Gala is 57 Days Away! Mark your calendars for 3/14.

UPCOMING DATES:

Thurs 1/23: 8th Attends Adoration

Sat 1/25: HSPT

Sun 1/26: SJA Open House

Fri 1/31: Grandparent's Day