Category: News
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2026 Faith Rally
St. James students participated in the 3rd annual Faith Rally last Friday, May 8! The students participated in grade buddy activities focused on the theme – Road to Emmaus. Just prior to Mass, the 4th grade students honored Mary by the annual May Crowning procession. Father Chuck spoke about recognizing Jesus in the Eucharist and…
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Saint James Presents: “Page to Stage”-A Musical Theatre Workshop Showcase
This spring, Saint James students took their first exciting steps into the world of musical theatre through our inaugural Page to Stage showcase! Designed as a musical theatre workshop experience for students in grades 2–8, Page to Stage focused on building confidence, creativity, collaboration, and storytelling through song and performance. While this was not a full-scale stage production complete…
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Our Littlest Jockeys Stole the Show at This Years Preschool Derby!!
With stick horses in hand and big smiles on their faces, our preschool students dashed through the race track cheered on by friends, teachers and families. From the starting line to the finish, it was all about fun, laughter, friendly competition and celebrating Kentucky’s most famous event! We are so appreciative of our preschool staff…
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International Day Celebration
This week, SJS celebrated the beauty of our global community with International Day! The day started with Mass where different languages were spoken and sung and it was followed by our sixth grade students presenting country projects they researched, showcasing unique traditions, history, and cultures from around the world. This event highlights the students’ learning,…
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Sixth Graders Visit JA BizTown
Our 6th grade students recently took an exciting and educational field trip to JA BizTown in Louisville—and it proved to be an outstanding experience from start to finish. JA BizTown is designed to immerse students in a fully interactive, simulated economy, and our students rose to the challenge with enthusiasm. From the moment they arrived,…
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SJS Celebrates Military-Connected Students
by Mrs. Laureen Laumeyer “Purple Up! For Military Kids” was celebrated at St. James on Friday, April 24, 2026, to raise awareness and show appreciation for the resilience of our military students, who often move frequently, and honor their sacrifices. Eva White, a fifth grader in Mrs. Workman’s class puts it this way, “You have…
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SJS Students Visit the Hardin County Courthouse
Last week our middle school students went on an optional field trip to the Elizabethtown courthouse to explore careers in law. The trip was led by local attorney and parent Mr. Don Jones. Students were able to hear real cases, talk to a judge, tour the different parts of the courtroom, and ask questions about…
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The Sun Shines Bright On My Old Kentucky Home
Members of the SJS Mass Choir had the distinct honor of singing My Old Kentucky Home this weekend at the Brown-Pusey House following the Call to the Post by bugler Will Lovan. We are so proud of the students sharing their gifts with the community and representing our school well!
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From the Desk of Mr. Stith
Dear Saint James Community, As we return from spring break and turn toward the end of the school year, we enter a final stretch filled with meaningful moments and much to look forward to. This time of year is especially memorable for our students as they reflect on their growth and celebrate all they’ve accomplished.…
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Mrs. Peak’s Spring Chicks Hatch!
Spring has officially sprung in Mrs. Peak’s Kindergarten class, and with it came one of the most exciting moments of the year—classroom chicks have hatched! Before spring break, over several weeks, students eagerly observed an incubator filled with eggs, and learned all about the life cycle of chickens. Each day brought new questions, predictions, and…
