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Learn more about St. James / Seton Catholic School

Our school serves students in pre-school through 8th grade.  We offer a high quality Catholic education.  When you enter our school, you will find a warm and welcoming atmosphere.  You will experience our Christ-centered approach throughout our school!

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Our History

On June 13, 1963, Archbishop Bergan officially established St. James Parish. The Archdiocese had purchased a site for the new parish in November 1961, at 90th and Tomahawk Blvd. on one half acre of land. The founding pastor, Fr. Jerome Dickes, arrived in Omaha in June 1963 from Butte, Nebraska. Fr. Dickes bought a home at 9130 Tomahawk Blvd. At first, St. James parishioners attended Mass at Boyd School. The plans for the new parish consisted of a 16-room school, temporary church, and multi-purpose room. St. James School opened in September 1965 with 526 pupils in Grades 1-8. The parish welcomed Sr. Ruth Arnott as the first principal, along with three other Servants of Mary, and eleven lay teachers. The sisters moved into their convent in November 1965, at 9124 Tomahawk Blvd. In September 1966, ten rooms were added to the school. On June 17, 1981, St. James Parish gave birth to a new parish, St. Elizabeth Ann. Fr. Thomas McDermott was named founding pastor, and with the help of his parishioners, established residence at 11212 Grande Ave. The school was then renamed St. James/Seton in 1981, establishing a two parish model system to support the school for years to come.

“Our kids have had a wonderful experience at SJS! The teachers and staff provide such a welcoming and positive learning environment for the students. Even with the small school size, there is no shortage of clubs and activities to participate in. It’s a community our family is proud to be a part of. We know our kids are getting solid academic and social foundation at SJS that will serve them into adulthood.”

 

—  David & Patricia Rohan,  SJS Parents
“My husband and I both attended Catholic grade schools and high schools. We made the decision early on that we wanted our four children to have the same opportunity. We chose St. James/Seton when our oldest who is now 31 years old began 1st grade. After many years of volunteering at SJS, I decided to re-enter the workforce and was hired as a Para Educator. Eighteen years later, I can’t imagine working anyplace else. We have been so blessed to be a part of the SJS family.”

 

—  Mary Schneider,  Student Services Para & Former SJS Parent
“St. James/Seton School was the best decision we ever made for our kids. The high expectations from teachers fosters academic excellence that sets our students apart. The faith-based education shapes our children into compassionate individuals and the numerous events the school offers brings all SJS families together as one community with the same common goal.”

 

—  Dr. Jennifer Grove,  SJS Parent

Why choose SJS?

Countless reasons!

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