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House of St. James the Great

Rooted in Compassion, Driven by Service

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About the House

The House of St. James the Great is a steadfast pillar of student leadership and service at Elizabeth Seton School, embodying the core virtues of Faith, Love, and Selfless Service. Inspired by the missionary zeal of its patron — who journeyed far to spread the Gospel — the house walks with the vulnerable, accompanies the neglected, and brings hope through action. From December 2024 to May 2025, the house carried out four impactful outreach initiatives: Christmas Pails for school support staff (Johnnies & Garries) and three successive missions to St. Rita Orphanage, providing hygiene kits, feeding essentials, and creative learning tools. Each effort is a living chronicle of servant leadership, rooted in compassion and driven by genuine encounter.

"Faith, Love, and Selfless Service — walking with others as St. James walked with the early Church."

— House of St. James the Great

House Values & Characteristics

Missionary Discipleship

Following St. James by going out to meet others, especially those on the margins.

Compassionate Service

Seeing Christ in every person and responding with empathy and dignity.

Purposeful Giving

Moving beyond material aid to nurture emotional and creative growth.

Community Encounter

Building solidarity with Johnnies, Garries, orphans, and caretakers.

House Performance

St. James' Rankings SY 2025-2026 · Among 12 Houses
Best in Sports & Cultural
Category Comparison

Category Scores

🏆 Sports & Cultural 1st
📚 Academics 11th
👥 Citizenship 12th
💰 Entrepreneurship 9.5
🤝 Outreach 10.5
Lower number = higher rank

The Jamesian Distinct: Outreach, Awards & Character

Christmas Pails for Johnnies & Garries

December 2024: 4 grocery pails distributed to janitors, guards, and maintenance staff as a gesture of gratitude recognizing their silent service.

St. Rita Orphanage – Three Missions

April 24, 28 & May 1, 2025: Three successive missions providing cleaning supplies, baby essentials, and educational materials.

Awards & Recognitions

  • 1st place – Sports & Cultural (SY 2024-25)
  • Beneficiary rating: 4.00 (Excellent) on all criteria
  • Learner rating: 3.89 (Excellent) for outreach
  • Entrepreneurship rating: 3.90 (Excellent)
  • "Provided basic needs, helped children grow" – orphanage feedback

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Various ventures throughout the school year developing leadership, creativity, and financial literacy.

House Leadership