The newest family of chicks arrived at St. James School on Friday, February 20, in the caring hands of school supporter Jo Ann Townsend. The two-week old birds come from Global Leadership Academy where students watched them hatch from their eggs. Students and staff...
In their second season, St. James Huskies basketball continues to evolve into a solid team. This 2014-2015 team is made up of nine players, including seven from 8th grade, one from 7th grade, and one from 6th grade. One of the most exciting new additions for the team...
On Wednesday, February 11, St. James School opened its doors to over 150 guests for the official grand opening of the Di Bruno Bros. Neighborhood Kitchen. Learn more about the kitchen here Video: See the New Kitchen in Action Guests began to arrive just before...
The St. James School community celebrated the life of the blessed Absalom Jones, the first black priest in the Episcopal church. The service took place on Saturday, February 7, at Philadelphia Cathedral in University City, beginning with performances by the Saint...
January 19, 2015 marked St. James School’s 4th Annual MLK Day of Service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Over 100 people gathered at the Church of St. James the Less for an inspirational prayer service, including St. James students, staff, and visitors from...
On Monday January 12, St. James School hosted a team of reporters from BBC to film a spotlight story about the Vetri Foundation’s Eatiquette Program and how it is having an impact in our neighborhood and school community. The team spent the entire day at St. James...
On January 15 Ronald McDonald visited to prepare students for Philadelphia 76ers Read for Ronald Program, the second year St. James School is taking part in the program (led by the efforts of ELA teacher Ms. Carroll). Through this engaging initiative, students count...
On Friday evening, January 9, St James School hosted its 4th Annual Epiphany Party — and was it ever an amazing celebration! For those who don’t know what an Epiphany party is, it is the time when the main entrances of the buildings is blessed with prayer and...
On Friday, January 9, Will Parks was our morning meeting Leader of the Day. Parks is starting safety for University of Arizona and older brother of 6th grader Nadir. Parks, who grew up right around the corner from the school, spoke to the students about life as a...
On Friday, December 12, over 120 friends and benefactors of St. James School were present for Christmas in the City, the 3rd annual benefit sponsored by the Society of the Sons of St. George and the Philadelphia English Speaking Union. The evening began with a Service...
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