





Welcome to
ST JAMES’ CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Tumuaki | Principal’s Welcome
Tēnā koutou katoa – Haere mai – We have planned this website to be the place for all things St James’ – information, links and happenings.
Our Vision: To grow Catholic, Christian young people, who are confident, connected lifelong learners, inspired by the teachings of Jesus, and who make a positive difference in their community.
Our Motto: To Live the Truth – Veritatem Vivere – comes to us from St James. We live the Gospel as Catholics welcoming, responding practically and positively.
He Whakaaro Rangatira: Te Whakaruruhau – A sheltering place – given to St James’ School by James Kenrick, speaks of a sheltering place where all people are welcomed, supported and nurtured.
St James’, founded by the Mercy sisters in 1958 – has been quietly shining for 63 years, supporting families to educate their children in the faith. Our call to live this vision makes it real and serves those around us with love. This new website will enable you to find the information you need – please let us know if you would like to see anything else on the site.
Tom Sheehan
Principal
Our Vision
To grow Catholic, Christian, young people, who are CONFIDENT, CONNECTED, LIFELONG LEARNERS, inspired by the teachings of Jesus, and who make a positive difference in their community.
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Whats happening at St James’ Catholic School?
Latest Notifications
Reminder you are all invited to PTFA (Parent, Teacher and Friends Association) meeting tonight, 6.30-8.00 pm in the staffroom.
Wed May 18 10:33amSt James’ Fire Evacuation
Tue May 17 03:06pmThis afternoon we had a Fire Evacuation. This was a false alarm caused by a sensor in the Hall. The fire crew were pleased that we exercised discretion and kept learners on the decks out of the elements.
Information for Te Rangimarie Marae Visit Tomorrow – AM LS 5, 7 & 10 – PM 2 & 8
Mon May 16 03:34pmTe Rangimarie Marae Visit Tomorrow – AM LS 5, 7 & 10 – PM 2 & 8
SJS Newsletter Term 2 Week 2 – 11 May 2022
Wed May 11 03:46pmSJS Newsletter Term 2 Week 2 – 11 May 2022
This is a reminder that Parent Consent Forms for the Te Rangimarie Marae visit are due to classroom teachers Monday 9 May.
Fri May 06 03:33pmOpen Kura and Mihi Whakatau – Thursday, May 12, 2pm-4pm
Wed May 04 03:48pmOpen Kura and Mihi Whakatau – Thursday, May 12, 2pm-4pm
Winter Hockey 2022 – Important Enrolment update
Tue May 03 11:45amHockey Manawatu have advised that they are experiencing problems with their online enrolment.
Can anyone who has enrolled for Winter Hockey please email the school office: office@stjamescatholic.school.nz with your child’s name ASAP so we can allocate teams. Many thanks for your understanding.
Just a reminder that Winter Hockey 2022 – Registrations Close Today
Mon May 02 12:25pmWinter Hockey 2022 – Registrations Close Monday 2 May 2022
Welcome back to St James’ Term 2
Fri Apr 29 03:36pmWelcome back to St James’ Term 2
We wish you all a blessed Easter and holiday break and look forward to welcoming you all back to Term 2 on Monday 2nd May.
Thu Apr 14 03:33pmAutism Awareness Week – Wear a hoodie tomorrow
Tue Apr 12 03:36pmPrincipal Resignation
Tue Apr 12 10:40amMarist Tennis Winter Coaching
Mon Apr 11 04:26pmHoly Week – Kotahi Ano Holy Week – Citywide Timetable
Fri Apr 08 03:36pmHoly Week – Kotahi Ano Holy Week – Citywide Timetable
SJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 10 – 6 April 2022
Wed Apr 06 04:17pmSJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 10 – 6 April 2022
SJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 9 – 23 March 2022
Wed Mar 23 02:34pmSJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 9 – 23 March 2022
School Photos – Friday 25th March – Important Information
Tue Mar 22 02:33pmSchool Photos – Friday 25th March – Important Information
COVID-19 Update – Monday 21 March 2022
Mon Mar 21 02:41pmCOVID-19 Update – Monday 21 March 2022
Just a reminder that Monday is World Down Syndrome Day – Rock your socks! Learners are encouraged to wear crazy socks with their uniform.
Fri Mar 18 02:38pmWorld Down Syndrome Day is marked each year on March 21, beginning in 2006. The 21st day of March was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication of the 21st chromosome which causes Down Syndrome.
Rock your socks! Learners are encouraged to wear some crazy socks with their uniform to school on Monday.
Photo Order Forms
Thu Mar 17 02:46pmComing home today are the School Photo Order forms. These photos have been reschedule to Friday 25 March.
This is next Friday and learners are to come to school in their full school uniform on this day with their school jersey please.
Order forms due to school Wednesday 23 March 2022.
Caritas Challenge 2022 tomorrow
Thu Mar 17 02:33pmThis will be held tomorrow Friday 18th March.
Learners will come to school in Red and White non-uniform, the colours on the Tongan flag, and will bring a gold coin donation.



Caritas Challenge 2022
Mon Mar 14 02:34pmThis will be held this Friday 18th March.
Learners will come to school in Red and White non-uniform, the colours on the Tongan flag, and will bring a gold coin donation.



COVID-19 Response – 11 March 2022
Fri Mar 11 02:38pmCOVID-19 Response – 11 March 2022
SJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 6 – 9 March 2022
Wed Mar 09 02:54pmSJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 6 – 9 March 2022
Reminder 2022 Year 5 & 6 Basketball Registrations – Due Tomorrow
Mon Mar 07 02:34pm2022 Year 5 & 6 Basketball Registrations – Due Tuesday 8 March
We have had a car remote handed in, if you think this might be yours please pop into the school office.
Fri Mar 04 09:11am2022 Year 5 & 6 Basketball Registrations – Due Tuesday 8 March
Wed Mar 02 02:50pm2022 Year 5 & 6 Basketball Registrations – Due Tuesday 8 March
SJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 4 – 23 February 2022
Wed Feb 23 02:33pmSJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 4 – 23 February 2022
Reminder PTFA (Parent, Teacher and Friends Association) Meeting Staffroom, tomorrow, Wednesday 23 February, 6.30-8pm. All Welcome.
Tue Feb 22 02:33pmCOVID-19 Response – Term 1 2022
Mon Feb 21 03:26pmCOVID-19 Response – Term 1 2022
Pānui - Newsletter
Te Rangimarie Marae Visit Tomorrow
ViewSJS Newsletter Term 2 Week 2
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ViewWelcome back to St James’ Term 2
ViewSJS Sport Alert – Winter Hockey
ViewAttention LS6 Families
ViewPrincipal Resignation
ViewMarist Tennis Winter Coaching
ViewAutism Awareness Week
ViewHoly Week
ViewSJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 8
ViewCOVID-19 Update
ViewCOVID-19 Response
ViewTrip to Cathedral
ViewSJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 6
ViewTrip to Cathedral
ViewSJS Sport Alert – Basketball
ViewSJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 4
ViewCOVID-19 Response
ViewPlease join us
ViewHead Lice
ViewSJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 2
ViewSJS Newsletter Term 1 Week 1
ViewWelcome Back
ViewAttention Learning Space 1 Whānau
ViewSJS Sports Alert Summer Hockey 2022
ViewSJS Sports Alert – Netball Yr5-6
ViewSJS Sports Alert – Netball Yr3-4
ViewSJS Sports Alert – Netball Yr1-2
View2022 Stationery Requirements
ViewSJS Sports Alert – Netball Yr3-4
ViewSJS Sports Alert – Netball Yr5-6
ViewSJS Sports Alert Summer Hockey 2022
View2022 Stationery Requirements
ViewSJS Newsletter Term 4 Week 8
ViewMessage to School Community
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