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St. James’ Episcopal
Church Services
We hold many of our important occasions in St. James'
Episcopal Church. We begin the school year with Parent
Orientation held in the Church Sanctuary to welcome
new and returning families to the St. James' community.
We open the school day for elementary students with
prayer and song during morning assembly in the Side
Chapel. Elementary students also attend Wednesday service
every week at the Church. Our Christmas program takes
place in the Church with all grades participating. Our
school year always ends with prekindergarten Graduation
programs at the Church.
Thanksgiving Program
We hold our annual preschool Thanksgiving Program in
the Parish Hall before Thanksgiving break. The story
of the first Thanksgiving is narrated by the Head of
School, and each preschool class performs a song, poem
or scripture piece. Students dress as pilgrims, native
Americans, and turkeys. After the performance, a special
Thanksgiving luncheon is served. Tables are decorated
by the students.
Our elementary students celebrate Thanksgiving by
re-enacting the first Thanksgiving meal. All classes
gather together in the Parish Hall for a special Thanksgiving
feast with each class representing members of the first
Thanksgiving.
Christmas Program
We hold our annual Christmas Program in St. James' Episcopal
Church. There are two performances - one by preschool
students and one by elementary students. In each performance,
students re-enact the nativity of Jesus Christ in costume
and sing Christmascarols. Parents and families are invited
to attend.
Mother's Day Tea
One of our longest standing traditions is Mother's Day
Tea. In the Parish Hall, mothers are seated at tables
adorned with handmade crafts by the students while each
class performs a special song or poem on the stage.
The performance is followed by tea, lemonade, finger
sandwiches and sweets for mothers and their children.
Breakfast with Dad
In 2011, we introduced a new event that we know will
be a cherished tradition, Breakfast with Dad. Fathers
accompany students to the Parish Hall for a continental
breakfast and one-on-one time with Dad. Fathers later
receive a special gift made by the children during class
that day. The breakfast is usually held three mornings
in January.
Annual Events
Some of our other traditions are Oktoberfest, Family
Day, Field Day, Beach Day, and community service projects.
Such traditions add vibrancy to the St. James' community.
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