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Our goal is to help families like yours find the information that leads you to consider being part of the St. James community! We’ll be providing blogs on compelling topics that are common to our junior high constituents’ decision-making process. If you have any questions not addressed here contact us!

A Place for All Learning Types

Feb 16, 2022

. . . it was the Holy Spirit guiding us to make that first phone call last May, and we knew we had to trust that SJA was the right place, regardless of our past experiences at private school. If your child needs extra support in the classroom and you are concerned...

My Experience Transferring to SJA

Dec 17, 2021

Considering Transferring to St. James? St. James has been the brightest light I have had in my life so far. This school is the most amazing place I could have ever possibly imagined learning at. Any person who walks into this building can immediately feel the love...

Innovation at St. James Academy

Aug 4, 2021

Everything at SJA starts and ends with the mission, and so we’re not just here to get kids ready for a career; we’re here to pass on the faith and educate the whole child, focusing more on who they become rather than simply what they’re able to do By Shane Rapp, Ed.D,...

Distance Learning – A Student’s Perspective

May 18, 2020

Having some homework, but not too much, has made school balanced and educational. My teachers have done an excellent job of assigning homework in a reasonable quantity to maintain the student’s lives but not overwhelm them. By Jacob Kreeger, Class of 2022 Although the...

Distance Learning – A Parent’s Perspective

May 18, 2020

I know that each day my kids are being watched over by teachers and an administration who have a true calling in what they do. In most of my conversations with teachers, I walk away amazed at how faith-filled they are and how much they are genuinely committed to...

How St. James Does STEM

Nov 22, 2019

While some of our neighboring public schools continue to add four-year, specialized tracks geared towards particular jobs, we believe St. James Academy is called to provide a different option: a well-rounded education rooted in objective truth and the liberal arts...

Dear Future St. James Families

Oct 17, 2019

Join Us for Open House I really believe that no matter what your talents are, no matter what your skillset is, your academic abilities, your interest in faith life, how shy or outgoing you are, there is a place for you at St. James Academy! By An Anonymous Parent Dear...

The St. James Art Experience

Oct 17, 2019

I was not only offered a greater capacity to understand, appreciate, and create art, but also opportunities to grow in patience, self-control, and community By Helen Rhodes, Class of 2017 In the first class of the first day of high school, I found myself sitting in...

Transferring Into St. James

Sep 5, 2019

Considering Transferring to St. James? I realized God had spoken to me during those shadow visits that led me here, and once more in that Mass telling me, “You did it! You have found your forever home.” By Adeline McIntire, Class of 2021 It was April 26th, and it was...

This Isn’t CYO Sports Anymore!

Apr 24, 2019

“No one said that high school sports were going to be easy, but it will be worth it…when we put Jesus in the center of all we do then the successes will fall into place, whether it’s on the field or court, stage, classroom, in relationships, or a...

Why St. James?

Apr 8, 2019

“I would not be who I am today without St. James, and I wouldn’t trade it for twenty extra minutes of sleep in the morning, or a bunch of friends I’m already comfortable with.” By Maddie Joerger, St. James Academy Senior As a senior with only a couple...

Try Summer Running – All Levels of Experience Welcome

Mar 22, 2019

“Well over 100 athletes participate in the SJA summer running program. Some have never tried distance running before. There are a good number of reasons why so many athletes and their parents find the program to be beneficial.” By Coach Rob Harber The...

Student Counseling Committee

Mar 5, 2019

“Participating in the Student Counseling Committee has taught me many lessons about leadership and how to help the students of St. James.” by Luke Ludwikoski, SJA Class of 2019 As a part of St. James and the Student Counseling Committee, I believe that the...

From Public to Private

Nov 15, 2018

“When my daughter started as a freshman, she only knew five students in the community, and within a month, kids of all ages knew her name and said “hi” to her in the hallways making her feel at home. This is all thanks to the community system – one of the...

No One Sits Alone! (Celebr8 Awesome)

Oct 18, 2018

“I work in a place where practice starts and ends in prayer and where it’s ok and even encouraged to talk to kids about their lives and their struggles . . . it’s a pretty awesome place.” By Nancy Dorsey, Staff and Coach of St. James Academy and Author of...

Our Son Influenced the High School Choice for Our Family

Oct 15, 2018

“He said he was intrigued; he couldn’t quite put his finger on “how” that student body appealed to him … He just knew he was attracted to whatever it was they brought to his school that day and he wanted to explore that further.” By Heather Stoltz As...

Return on Investment in Catholic Education

Oct 1, 2018

“The quality of life I have today derived from my parents’ investment in my Catholic education years ago.” By Hannah Sanchez, SJA Class of 2013 Investing in quality education today is key to receiving tomorrow’s quality of life. Each school or educational...

High School Shopping

Sep 1, 2018

“Dan realized how the “Christ-first” message he had heard from the staff and read on the website was not just talking. This young man was the young adult Dan wanted his children to become.” By Dan and Julie Melchior, parents of 2017, 2020 and 2023 SJA...

Where Do I Start?

Aug 1, 2018

“Many parents also find it helpful to talk to other families currently involved in the programs that might interest your son or daughter.” By Karen Maginn, (Former) Director of Admissions, St. James Academy I’m often asked by Junior High parents, “Where do...