2026/27
Student Handbook

Welcome back, Sharks! The 2026-2027 school year awaits you with lots of excitement and high expectations. The SJHS Faculty and Staff is ready to welcome you back for an awesome year! I know you are going to do your part to keep St. James High School the “Best of the Beach”! I am asking our senior class to lead by example and to leave their legacy as the best senior class ever. Be nice, humble, and be the bigger person. Learn to give back, forgive, and to walk away from trouble. Consistency is key! Do your best every day! Get to school early, be in class on time, follow dress code, take rigorous courses, and strive to be your best. Be kind, tolerant, and have a positive attitude. Respect our school, one another, and yourself! Your attitude dictates your altitude, so smile, laugh, give high fives, and bring energy to make the most of each day. Time is your most valuable asset, so use it wisely. Work hard and have a great sense of humor! We promise you a very rigorous course of study, engaging lessons, and staff members who truly care and make you their first priority. My door is always open; please feel free to contact me about anything. I truly look forward to the 2026-2027 school year, and I’m excited to work with you. Have a great year, keep swimming forward and, as always, GO SHARKS! 

Ryan Poston, Principal