Philosophy

St. James School is a Christ-centered Christian community, which creates an atmosphere inspired by the Gospel. We are an extension of the Catholic Church's teachings, traditions, and values.

Our school community encourages and instills values that affirm the goodness of each person. These values are nurtured by our beliefs, attitudes and behavior. St. James School provides an academic environment which challenges the students to develop their cognitive abilities. We build upon each student's innate desire to learn by stimulating his/her intellectual curiosity and creativity. Our curriculum provides opportunities to achieve excellence in knowledge and fundamental skills. St. James addresses the student's educational needs by enhancing the current learning environment with the integration of a technology program and advancing communication skills through community and Christian resources. This foundation contributes to the development and utilization of critical thinking and problem solving techniques.

The individual differences of each student are respected in our academic and Christian environment. We believe that students who have good self-esteem will learn to their fullest potential. This holistic approach enables the student to develop confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of responsibility.