St James Lutheran School

Proud to be a Crusader!

St. James Lutheran has provided the backdrop for athletic success, including boys basketball players and coaches competing in regionals Saturday. See link below ⬇️

📸 Courtesy of Jason Plassard

TOMORROW! Step into a fairy-tale world as you meet our preschool teachers, tour warm and welcoming classrooms, and experience the magic of a classical preschool. Discover how stories, imagination, and purposeful play shape learning in our Preschool Preparatory Academy. Registration is open—we’d love to welcome your family to our story!

Once upon a time became a night to remember at our Father–Daughter Dance. From twirls on the dance floor to shared laughter over dinner, our dads and special guests made the evening truly magical for their daughters. The smiles, the crafts created side by side, and the photo mementos captured memories that will last far beyond one enchanted evening.

Thank you to every father and special guest who showed up, danced big, laughed loudly, and made your daughters feel like royalty. 💙

And thank you to our volunteers who helped transform the space into a fairytale setting — we couldn’t have done it without you!

What a gift it is to build traditions and make memories together. ✨

Today, our Preparatory students in Mrs. McKinsey's room celebrated Shrove Tuesday with their own Pancake Races. This tradition began in 1445 in Olney, England. Lore tells of a woman, cooking pancakes when the "shriving bell" rang for church, who raced to the service still holding her frying pan, a tradition reenacted annually with participants tossing pancakes while running. What a fun new tradition!

Let's show some Valentines Day love for our 11 students who represented St. James in the IMEA Circle the State with Song festival in Crawfordsville today with over 350 other elementary and middle school students! Over the last month, they practiced diligently on their own time and rehearsed weekly after school to commit five pieces to memory, learning not only the notes, but the discipline and beauty of choral artistry.

Our 1st and 2nd grade students have been learning all about dental health in celebration of National Children’s Dental Health Month! February is a great time to highlight the importance of good oral hygiene and how healthy habits—like brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits—help children build a strong foundation for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums.

A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Paugh for bringing this fun, hands-on learning experience into the classroom and helping our students put big smiles on their faces!

Once upon a time, in a place not so far away, fathers and daughters were invited to a magical evening together…

Join us for the Once Upon a Time Father–Daughter Dance on Thursday, February 20, from 6:00–8:00 PM, for a night filled with laughter, music, and memories to treasure.

RSVP Requested: https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showRSVPSignUp/70A0C44ABA629A2FA7-62205173-2026

Congratulations to our amazing spellers! Eight students in grades 5–8 worked diligently with Mrs. Keiser, learning how parts of speech, language of origin, and word definitions can be used to spell even unfamiliar words. Through careful study and perseverance, they strengthened both their skills and confidence.

We are proud of all our participants for their hard work and courage to compete. Our top five spellers will represent St. James at the Area Christian Schools Spelling Bee later this month, and our Champion will also advance to the SCRIPPS Regional Spelling Bee!

Well done, spellers—we’re cheering you on!

Step into a fairy-tale world as you meet our preschool teachers, tour warm and welcoming classrooms, and experience the magic of a classical preschool. Discover how stories, imagination, and purposeful play shape learning in our Preschool Preparatory Academy. Registration is open—we’d love to welcome your family to our story!

We are so proud of our students for a successful weekend at the ISSMA Solo & Ensemble Contest! Through diligent practice, teamwork, and perseverance, they shared their musical gifts with confidence and excellence.

Results to celebrate:
• 9 Gold Medal Soloists
• 1 Silver Medal Soloist
• 4 Gold Medal Ensembles

Thank you for using your God-given talents to make a joyful noise—well done!