Community of St. James

🧡🎓As a member of House Patientia, Ky'ale has shown patience and perseverance as he developed his skills both on and off the court. After earning a coveted spot on the Huskies in 6th grade, he steadily grew into a bigger role each season through hard work, coachability, and determination. By the end of this year, those qualities earned him Philadelphia Youth Basketball League All-Star honors. He will bring that same drive to improve his studies at Church Farm School. Ky’ale, you belong here, you can do this, you can get smarter, and this work is important to your future. Please join us in congratulating Ky’ale! 🎓

📚💙 A huge thank you to our dedicated library volunteers, led by Mrs. Rachael Stube, for putting together an incredible end-of-the-year Book Fair! Because of your time and care, every student got the chance to “shop” our selection and head into June break with new books in hand. We’re also so grateful to everyone who continues to support our library through donations and our library wish list! Thank you for turning our library into a place of excitement, discovery, and opportunity! 📖✨

💜🎓As a member of House Humilitas, Asia consistently demonstrates remarkable humility, grace, and responsibility in the face of any challenge. Her kindness, sense of humor, and unwavering dedication will undoubtedly lead her far at Early College Charter School of Philadelphia. Whether serving as a lead percussionist in the concert band program, being a loyal friend to many, or caring for her younger siblings as a devoted big sister, Asia exemplifies quiet strength and dependable leadership. Her steadfast and compassionate nature will continue to guide her toward success in this next chapter and beyond. Asia, as you embark on this next journey, always remember that you belong here, you can do this, you can get smarter, and this work is important to your future! Please join us in congratulating Asia! 🎓

Our last 8th grade sermons of the school year, Aryanna shared simple, powerful homework with our community. 🧡 “Be yourself.” Aryanna reminded us that God made us exactly as we are, and the people who love us gave us our names so there’s no need to be anyone else. She encouraged us to use our time at St. James to truly know ourselves and one another: our classmates, our lunch tables, our community. “It is a gift and a challenge to be a community that knows each other this well. Don’t take it for granted. Soak it all in.” Thank you, Aryanna, for your wisdom, warmth, and reminder to be fully present 🌟

🛒✨ Wishlist Wednesday ✨🛒 With graduation this Friday and a 3-week summer break just around the corner, our classrooms are already looking ahead to July summer camp programming. That means it’s time for a little restocking!

Please check out our wish list and help us stock the classrooms so our campers have everything they need for a fun, creative, and successful summer. Every item makes a difference, thank you for supporting our students and staff! 💛 https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/LNQDI9VI9961?ref_=wl_share

✨🕯️Baccalaureate Mass was a beautiful moment to gather one last time in worship with our Class of 2026. Together, we celebrated all that they have grown into and reflected on the journey that brought them here. Our staff served as readers and acolytes, surrounding our students with love and support. At the close of the Mass, each of our soon-to-be graduates received a candle, a powerful reminder to carry their light forward and continue to light the world wherever they go next. 💛✨

🎓✨ Graduation Day is Almost Here! ✨🎓Join us as we celebrate our Class of 2026 at 8th Grade Graduation on 📅 June 12! This special day honors the hard work, growth, and leadership our students have shown throughout their years at St. James. We are so proud of each graduate and can’t wait to send them off into their next chapter with love and celebration. Families and friends, come help us cheer on these incredible students as they cross the stage and step into their high school journeys. 💫 Congratulations, Class of 2026, we are so proud of you! 🎉

We have two more graduates to celebrate from the class of 2022 as they enter their college journeys. Marshay and Breanna! We are so proud of you and are excited to see where you futures take you! ❤💛🎓

🌟 8th grader Kahlil left us with clear, purposeful homework during his sermon. “Use your time here at this school to find your why.” Kahlil challenged us to think about what makes hard work worth it and what motivates us to care even when something is difficult. He shared his own “why” is caring about his future and being able to provide for himself and his future family. Kahlil reminded us that taking care of people is one way we share the love of God. His closing reminder grounded us all: “God gives us confidence and a path, but we still have to do our part.” Thank you, Kahlil, for your honesty, vision, and leadership! 💜

🎓✨ Congratulations, Class of 2026! ✨🎓 We’re excited to celebrate our 8th grade graduates as they close one chapter and prepare for their high school journeys. Join us in cheering them on at these upcoming milestone moments and save the dates!

Have questions or want to learn more? Connect with Ms. Kedarnath! We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see where you go next. Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎉