The St. James Fund

Welcome to the 55th year of St. James Episcopal School, a year filled with celebration, gratitude, and the enduring spirit of giving. This year, we are not only marking a significant milestone in our school’s history but also celebrating the transformative impact of our community’s unwavering support. As you walk down the hallway of St. James, witnesses of this ongoing support are the butterfly wall and donor tree.

Another witness to this ongoing support is alumni families enrolling their children at St. James. For example, Marissa Ricci Vehslage, a former St. James student, has returned this year as a parent. Marissa’s story reflects the lasting impact of our school. “When I walked in to tour St. James as a parent, I noticed many things had changed, but some things have remained just as they were all those years ago when I was a student. I am so happy St. James is just as I remember it. I am grateful my children will get to experience the Christian Montessori education St. James provides and make lifelong childhood memories like me and my sisters did all those years ago.”

As we continue this remarkable journey together, we invite you to embrace the unique environment of St. James. Cherish the moments, celebrate our traditions, and contribute to the ongoing transformation. The Annual Fund is the cornerstone of our mission, a foundation that ensures our commitment to exploration, independence, self-motivation, creativity, and compassion endures. Our 2023-2024 campaign will kick off on September 21st and aims to raise $60,000. Your generosity not only covers our operational expenses but also empowers us to invest in our exceptional teachers, enrich our classrooms, and empower our students to reach their full potential.

This year, we have exciting plans to celebrate our 55 years of educational excellence. In January, we will host an auction with a Woodstock theme, a celebration of the vibrant spirit that has defined St. James over the decades. It will be an opportunity for our community to come together, enjoy festivities, and contribute to the future of our school.

Thank you for being a part of our St. James community. Your presence, your generosity, and your unwavering support allow us to soar to new heights, much like the butterflies that grace our walls. Here’s to another year of shared history and growth.

Thank you for your support!