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St. James Parish, Rockford's first Catholic parish, was founded in 1853. Our school was founded in 1886, at the time there were 3 teachers and 85 students. We now have a full staff and over two hundred eighteen students in kindergarten through eighth grade.
Registration information:
OPEN REGISTRATION:
Please Register Today
New Families who register their children in grades PreK - 8 will get a $100 tuition credit. The $100 credit is per family.
Class space is limited, students will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Please call now to make your appointment for a tour of our school and parish hall.
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Academics:
St. James School strives to provide our students with a curriculum that enables academic excellence, while instilling the basic skills necessary to succeed. Instruction in Reading, Math, Language, Science, Social Studies, and Handwriting are the foundation of our academic curriculum. We recently added a new science lab, art room, computer lab, and school chapel. The students also have weekly access to library skills/resource education and physical education. Our students receive religious education at every grade level; this is the foundation of their spiritual preparation. Students are encouraged to participate in school masses and prayer services held throughout the year.
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Expectations:
Our goal at St. James School is to foster a gospel-centered learning environment supported by parents, students, and staff as a team effort. As a Catholic community, it is important for every member to demonstrate fair treatment of one another. In an effort to encourage positive Christian behavior, we recognize responsible and acceptable school behavior with our "Pride" program and on an individual basis. Our discipline policy can be found in the student handbook. Uniforms play an important role in the philosophy of our Catholic School. They minimize the importance of competition or preoccupation with what we wear, and help reduce the financial burden on parents. This policy can also be found in the student handbook.
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Family:
The Home & School Association exists to support the many programs of St. James School. We have a family participation program that requires parental/ guardian involvement in a variety of activities intended to enhance and support the mission of our school. Volunteers play a vital role in our success. Some of the activities include: Family holiday parties/dances, weekend family outings and play dates, and fundraisers.
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Activities:
Throughout the year students participate in many activities provided by the faculty and staff. Some of these activities include: Red Ribbon Week, All-School Thanksgiving Dinner, Catholic Schools Week, End of Year Play Day, and Holiday Festivities. St. James downtown location allows the school to take advantage of events at the Rockford Park District Museum Park, the Coronado, Metro Center, and the New American Theater.
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Athletics, Clubs, & Extracurricular Activities:
St. James School offers many extracurricular activities to students. In academics, the school offers students the chance to compete in the Scholastic Bowl. St. James’ team placed first in 2003 citywide competition. Our athletic program starts in fifth grade, provided the students maintain their academic and behavior standards for eligibility set by school administration. This program includes soccer (1st place in 2003 and 2005), basketball, volleyball, and cheerleading. Other extracurricular activities include: Peer Mediation, Chess Club, Book Club, Band, Rainbows, Girl Scouts, and Boy Scouts.
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Faculty:
Our certified teachers work as an academic community within a Catholic community, to provide students with the best academic program possible. They are bound by charity to one another, to the students in their charge, and to the parents. They strive to teach real Catholic attitudes and learning by providing unique and dynamic witness to the Spirit of the Gospel. Our teacher's relationship with administrative staff, other faculty, parents, and students is one of good, open communication, and love.
Faculty Listing
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Conveniences:
St. James School is proud to offer before and after school supervised care on site, with our Extended School Program. We also offer a hot lunch program, which serves the students hot lunches daily. Menus are sent home at the beginning of the month. You may choose hot lunch, milk only, or bring your own cold lunch. These programs are offered at a very reasonable cost. Parents are always invited to join their child for lunch.
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Uniform:
- Navy Blue Woven Slacks *
- White Dress, Oxford, or Polo Shirts *
- White Turtlenecks *
- Navy Blue Walking Shorts *
- Dress Shoes or Athletic Shoes(non-marking sole)
- Navy Blue Sweaters(cardigan or pullover) *
- St. James School Sweatshirts
Girls Uniform:
- Uniform Plaid Jumper (Gr. K-4) *
- Uniform Plaid Skirt (Gr. 5-8) *
- Uniform Plaid Culottes (Gr. K-5) *
- Navy Blue Woven Slacks *
- White Blouses *
- White Polo Shirts or White Turtlenecks *
- Flat Dress Shoes or Flat Athletic Shoes(non-marking sole)
- Navy Blue Sweaters(cardigan or pullover) *
- St. James School Sweatshirts
* May be purchased from:
School Belles
[ P ] 888.637.3037
Order Online [ School Code: 1763 ]:
www.schoolbelles.com
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