Saint James School
Saint James School , the oldest independent school in the River Region , is dedicated to educating the whole child by challenging and supporting college-bound students to realize their potential and prepare for lives of responsibility , service and achievement . Guided by core values of character , commitment , courage and community , Saint James fosters a close-knit , family-like environment where students , parents , faculty and staff build strong relationships . This values-driven community creates a personalized educational experience , ensuring each student feels valued and supported in their academic and personal growth .
Q & A with Dr . Larry McLemore , Head of School , Saint James School
How has the world of student recruitment shifted and how are you adapting ?
When it comes to introducing new families to Saint James , we offer an individualized focus for each student and family . We take the time to understand each child ’ s values , interests and aspirations , guiding them with our “ whole child ” approach to learning and growth . Student experience is at the heart of Saint James . We want prospective students to truly feel what it means to be part of our Trojan family . That ’ s why we invite them to engage with current students during campus tours and shadowing opportunities , allowing them to connect with our vibrant community and see firsthand how Saint James empowers students to thrive academically , socially and personally .
How do you manage the competition and make sure your message is heard ?
Our students love their school and share their experiences . We have many alumni who are grateful to share the impact Saint James has made in their lives . For many years , Saint James has proudly welcomed military families into our community . We frequently hear from international service members attending the Air War College about how excited their children are to move to the U . S ., eager to experience the warm stories they ’ ve heard about life in Montgomery and the exceptional community at Saint James .
What new programs have you launched ?
We are grateful that we now have a full-time learning support director . We ’ ve offered learning support in the past , so we are excited to have expanded our efforts to a more robust program . We offer a writing center , peer tutoring , targeted instruction and other learning support such as teacher-directed tutoring and academic guidance . We ’ ve also expanded our tuition assistance program to better serve families in our area . An investment in Saint James School tuition pays off for a lifetime as a result of the complete whole child education we provide at an extraordinary value . We are dedicated to making STJ affordable for families by offering financial assistance , a multi-child discount and offering a discount to our military service members .
How does Saint James School stand out ?
Saint James School is completely committed to developing the whole person . At Saint James , cultivating the growth of the whole child means that while we enthusiastically challenge and support our students in academics , activities , arts and athletics . We believe that each child ’ s heart matters most . We are values-centered , and we focus on building good hearts and developing children to become values-directed . Our Saint James Trojan core values of character , commitment , courage and community are woven into all we do . Our aim is that students finish their years at Saint James not only prepared for college but also as well-rounded individuals who have built strength of character on the inside and are ready to take on leadership roles in their communities and make an impact for good .
Choosing our school means choosing a place where your child will be known , loved , challenged and supported every step of the way and in all areas of their lives . We believe that is why we are the premier school community in Central Alabama and it is why we remain committed to uplifting children and families in our local area .
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