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Updates / Changes / Special Announcements
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HCS Weather Announcement
On Friday, September 30, 2022, all Horry County Schools (HCS) facilities will be closed due to the forecast for inclement weather related to Hurricane Ian. However, HCS will operate on Friday with an eLearning day for all students. School staff members will provide directions for students regarding Friday’s eLearning day. Additionally, all after-school activities for Thursday, September 29, 2022, and Friday, September 30, 2022, are cancelled.

All HCS employees will work remotely with the exception of non-instructional staff such as, but not limited to, nutrition services staff, bus drivers, maintenance technicians, and building services staff. These employees will not report to work but will be allowed to make up the day based upon schedules provided by their supervisors. Employees with questions regarding their work schedules should contact their respective supervisors.
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Message from Mr. Poston - Click On Image

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Great News Class of 2023!   Senior Picture Days
Prestige Portraits has been chosen as your official Senior Portrait Yearbook Photographer.

Your school is requesting that every Class of 2023 Senior make an appointment with Prestige to have their portraits taken at school. Don’t miss out on being in the yearbook! You must be photographed by Prestige to be included in the 2022/23 yearbook..

We will be at your school on the dates below to offer these special photography sessions.
October 24 & 25, 2022
St. James High School- Orchestra Room
SIGN UP@ prestigeportraits.com
Please see or email Ms. McBride jmcbride@horrycountyschools.net
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Homecoming Info

Homecoming Timeline
Homecoming Court Voting will be this Monday so be looking for an email from Mrs. Macheski on Monday to get your vote in for homecoming court.
Spirit Week- Oct 3-7
Game Oct 7 @ 7:30
Ticket Sales Oct 3-28
Dance Oct 29

Dance Tickets
Senior Homecoming Dance ticket pre-sale starts Sept. 28. Seniors get early access to tickets for $10, purchased through MyPaymentsPlus. Underclassmen may begin purchasing tickets for $20 starting Monday October 3. ! If you plan to bring a guest to the dance that does not attend SJH, get a guest application from Mrs. Turman or Mrs. Macheski. This must be submitted by October 24th. No unapproved guests will be admitted to the dance.
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Spirit Week October 3 - 7

Dance
The Homecoming dance is on Saturday, October 29, from 7-10 in the gym, and it is a Masquerade Ball. Senior Presale tickets go on sale September 28th, all other ticket sales will begin October 3. Students may bring a guest but need to submit a guest application by October 24. Applications are available from Mrs. Turman and Mrs. Macheski.
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Student Parking

We have a few students who have not picked up parking passes. Please see Mrs. Smith in the main office to pick up your parking decal to avoid receiving a parking ticket.

If your student needs to drive a car other than the one registered, please see Mrs. Smith for a temporary parking pass.

Parking decals should be placed on the windshield. Students losing decals need to purchase an additional parking decal for $10.

Google Form For Student Parking

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Yearbooks and senior ad pages are now available for purchase at www.yearbookordercenter.com. The school code is 10312. Please e-mail Jerry Moore (jmoore004@horrycountyschools.net) with questions.
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Attention Sharks, September is Voter Registration Month! If you are currently 18 years or older or you will be 18 on or before Tuesday, November 8, you are eligible to register to vote. South Carolina residents with a valid drivers license or state ID can register online by October 9. You can also mail, fax, or email a voter registration form to the Horry County Voter Registration Office by October 11. Visit SCVotes.gov for more information.
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Clubs
Academic Team
Team practices will be Tuesdays and Thursday from 3:30-4:15 pm in Mrs. Gilman’s room C-126.
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes meets every Friday morning at 7:45 in the auditorium at SJH
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Achievements

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Guidance
Welcome Information

Seniors please fill out the Google form that was sent to you about scheduling your senior conference. Counselors are ready to work with you for your after high school plans. Colleges now have their applications available for next school year.

Underclassmen IGP conferences will start during the month of October.

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JROTC

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, 5 Oct
St. James High School will be hosting the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test and Career Explorer Program on Wed, 5 Oct from 8:30-11:30. The test is open to Sophomores (practice only), Juniors, and Seniors.

If you are interested in enlisting in the Military, Your ASVAB scores will determine if you are qualified to join. A high score will improve your chances of getting the specialty/job and signing bonus you want.

If you are under 18 years old, you must have parental permission. If interested in taking the ASVAB, please register with Guidance to get an overview guide and a permission slip prior to Mon, 3 Oct.

For questions on the ASVAB, please see Lieutenant Colonel Bartley or Sergeant First Class Currie in JROTC.
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NEW --- SharkBeat Parent Newsletter

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Athletics -- Results

"The Fastest Fins on Two feet" were in a Frenzy at The Shark Tank Tuesday night. They hosted Myrtle Beach and Conway. Congratulations to the Lady Sharks as they won by recording a perfect score of 15! The Boys got edged out 35 to 37 placing second.

Lady Sharks finished in places 1 through 5 in the race for the perfect score of 15. Maryn Schubiger (21:38), Ava Keefer (22:00), Jazlynn Oneal (23:24), Brandy Betancourt (23:25), and Kelly Rivera Perez (25:56) all scored.

Logan Martinez (18:10) led the boys in a close competitive race. Ashton Williams-Robey (18:21), Caden Hightower (19:16), Hunter MacPherson (19:20), and Zach Sprechr (19:40) all scored for the Sharks. Gavin Verplanken (20:43) also broke his own 7^th grade record by 33 seconds.
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Congratulations to our Varsity football team on their win over Conway, 34-6.

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NEW -- Sharks Sports Update

Last Weeks Results -- This Weeks Schedule
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Athletics - Schedule / Tickets
SJHS Schedule
HCS Schedule
Athletics - Tickets

Athletic Physicals
2022-2023 Physical Forms

Please contact Head Athletic Trainer Bill Krauss with any questions. bkrauss@horrycountyschools.net 843-650-2252
Physical Form English
Forma fisica español

Athletics Announcements

Future Sharks Softball Camp
The St. James High School softball team will have its Future Sharks Softball Camp for grades K5 through 7^th on October 17th-20^th from 5pm-7pm. The cost is $40 and can be paid on the first day of camp. Participants can register by clicking the link or scanning the QR code on the attached flyer.

To Register: https://forms.gle/Gy6DrEFfRJEvaaKR9

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JROTC

The VFW just announced their 2022 Scholarship program for high school students who could use help paying for college. Established in 1947, the VFW Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 64,500 9-12 grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $2 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program.
This year's topic is "Why is the Veteran Important?"
Entry deadline: October 31, 2021
The Voice of Democracy Program
Entry Form (Fillable PDF)

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Fundraiser

REWARD YOUR SCHOOL, WHILE REWARDING YOURSELF.

With Cart to Class, Lowes Foods will give up to a quarter of a million dollars to local
schools this year. To participate, enroll up to 3 local schools on your Fresh Rewards card, then each school will be rewarded based on the amount of Lowes Foods Private Brand items you purchase. Schools should be selected annually. You can register on the link below:

https://rewards.lowesfoods.com/Account/SelectCard?mode=CartToClass

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The Bands of St. James are holding the Inaugural St. James Marching Band Golf Ball Drop! Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased from Mr. Capps or any band student. There will be a guaranteed winner. The winner will take home 20% of the profits. We have 1000 tickets to sell, so the maximum prize could be $2000. If we only sell 500 the prize would be $1000. The drop will take place on November 12^th, 2022.

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Seniors

Seniors interested in attending the Senior Disney Trip. The first bus is about filled and working on filling that second bus. If you are interested in attending the Senior Trip be sure to pay in MyPaymentsPlus and bring Mr. Hudacko your permission slip in E-248. If you need an extra permission slip please stop by Mr. Hudacko’s room. This trip is first come first serve so be sure to get your slip and payment in ASAP.
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St. James High School Alma Mater
To thee St. James, O Alma Mater
Hear our song proclaim!
We pledge our loyalty forever
Sing a proud refrain!

And guide us with compassion
Let knowledge be our flame!
Our love will burn
With passion bright
We honor thee St. James!

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Achievements / Congratulations
Athletic Information

Athletic Information / Results

Horry County Schools Athletic Page

Athletic Web Site   Click on picture to view All Athletic Information & Results
http://sharksathletics.com/

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HCS 2021 - 2022 Physical Forms

2022-2023 Physical Forms
Interested in playing a sport next year? You must have an updated physical on Planet High School and complete the required forms prior to any type of conditioning, tryouts, or practice. Physicals from the 2021-22 school year will expire on Friday June 3, 2022. You must receive a new physical dated AFTER April 1, 2022, to be eligible for the 22-23 school year. Please contact Head Athletic Trainer Bill Krauss with any questions. bkrauss@horrycountyschools.net    843-650-2252
Physical Form English
Forma fisica español

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Sports Physicals
MinuteClinic will be offering a $25 off discount for Sports Physicals between Jun 17^th and Sep 14^th this year.
Patients can go online to make an appointment at www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/services/sports-physicals or just scan the QR code below. Find a local clinic.

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What To Do:
Parents/Guardians call and make an appointment
Bring Sports Physical Form (Found in front office of both High/Middle School and in front of Athletic offices)
Bring $25 cash- Insurance will not be charged

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Online Shopping -- Shark Apparel
Shark fans:
The St. James Sideline Store is now available online for your shopping pleasure. Proceeds go to the general athletic account for our Shark student-athletes
http://www.sidelinestores.com/schools/south_carolina/murrellsinlet/st-james-high-school

Thank you for your support as always!

Neff Athletic Lettermen Jackets
www.neffjacketshop.com

Herff Jones Letter Jackets

https://hjcarolinajackets.com/products/st-james-high-school

Shark Club
The Shark Club Website
www.stjamessharkclub.com
Attendance

Attendance

Attendance Brochure 2022 2023

Attendance Coding Reference

South Carolina state law requires that all children attend school regularly beginning with the school year in which the child is five years of age before September 1st until the child attains his/her 17th birthday or graduates from high school. The school year consists of 180 days, and high school students cannot accumulate more than 5 absences per class and still receive credit for the course, regardless of the grade earned in the course. Family vacations, organizational trips, or retreats during the school year are included in the 5 absences per term. Please refer to the SJHS attendance brochure for specific details regarding attendance laws, policies, and “seat time” sessions.

Students Arriving Late
Students arriving at school after 8:20 must report to the attendance office to sign in and get a tardy pass. Failure to sign in will result in a disciplinary infraction and ISS. Students who miss more than 45 minutes of a class will be considered absent. Hall sweeps will be conducted as a deterrent for tardiness.

Early Dismissal By Parent Request
Students requiring early dismissal should bring a note from their parents to the front desk in order to obtain an early dismissal pass. All requests are to be submitted prior to 8:15 a.m. so that they may be verified by phone. The note must have a phone number at which the parent may be contacted. If the note cannot be verified by phone the student will not be allowed to leave. We cannot accept phone calls for early dismissal. Students will not be issued a tardy pass if they fail to bring their note to the front desk before 8:15 a.m. SJHS will not call classrooms unless it is an emergency; therefore, the student must have a pass to get out of class.

When it is time for students to leave, they are to go by the front desk to sign out. Students who do not bring a note for a pre-arranged medical or legal appointment must remain in class until the period ends before they will be permitted to sign out of school with their parent/guardian. Failure to sign out at the front desk will result in a disciplinary infraction and an assignment of ISS. Students will not be signed out after 3:00 p.m.

Procedures To Follow After An Absence
After an absence students are to report to the front desk before 8:15 a.m. with a note from their parent/guardian or from their doctor. Notes from the parent/guardian or doctor must be submitted to the front desk within three days of an absence. Failure to do so will result in an unverified unexcused absence. Students will not be written a tardy pass to first block because they failed to bring their note to the front desk before 8:15 a.m.

Unlawful Absences
Students who miss school without parental knowledge, and students who are absent from school without acceptable cause with the knowledge of the parent, are considered unlawfully absent. According to the SC Attendance/Truancy Law when students have three consecutive unlawful or unexcused absences or a total of five unlawful or unexcused absences, the school will contact parents and develop an Attendance Intervention Plan (AIP) for improved attendance. Students exceeding five days of unlawful or unexcused absences will be reported to Family Court. Students who have excessive unlawful or unexcused absences in a single class may also be referred to Family Court for truancy.

Excused Absences
The following absences are considered excused: medical, judicial, and bereavement. Students will need to provide documentation for medical, judicial, and bereavement absences upon returning to school. Prearranged absenses for other reasons and/or extreme hardships are at the discretion of the principal.

Reporting Student Absences
Parents are asked to contact Deanna Zirkelbach in the event of students’ absences from school. Parents may call the attendance office at (843) 650-2448 or e-mail dzirkelbach@horrycountyschools.net
Community / Employment - Volunteer / Teacher-Student of Month

REWARD YOUR SCHOOL, WHILE REWARDING YOURSELF.

With Cart to Class, Lowes Foods will give up to a quarter of a million dollars to local schools this year. To participate, enroll up to 3 local schools on your Fresh Rewards card, then each school will be rewarded based on the amount of Lowes Foods Private Brand items you purchase. Schools should be selected annually. You can register on the link below:

https://rewards.lowesfoods.com/Account/SelectCard?mode=CartToClass

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Interested in serving on a school committee or would like to volunteer at St James High. Call the school @ 650-5600 or email our principal
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MyHorryNews/Waccamaw Publishers Presents:
Student & Teacher of the Month
www.myhorrynews.com/contests

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Echos Yearbook / Shark Attack Online

Yearbook Orders

Shark Attack Today
Mr. Moore’s broadcast journalism class produces Shark Attack Today, a daily student newscast. Each day's episode will be available at www.sharkattackonline.com.
Tune in to Shark Attack Radio WSJH 93.3 FM on the campus of St. James High School. Listen to student announcements and podcasts in the building, parking lot, and carpool line. Output is approx. 1 mile radius of the school.
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Library Learning Commons
School Improvement Council / PTSO
SEL - Social and Emotional Learning