Tuition

SJDS TUITION INFORMATION: 2021-2022

ALL REGISTRATIONS REQUIRE A ONE-TIME REGISTRATION FEE OF $125, SUPPLY FEE OF $100, AND THE FIRST MONTH’S TUITION. THESE FEES AND TUITION ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

Please know that SJDS Realm for online payment does include a 3% credit card charge.

CLICK HERE TO PAY TUITON ONLINE

TODDLERS:

2 days: $275/month $2,475 yearly

4 Days: $325/month $2,925 yearly

TWO’S

3 days: $300/month $2,700 yearly

5 days: $350/month $3,150 yearly

THREE’S

3 days: $300/month $2,700 yearly

5 days: $350/month $3,150 yearly

FOUR’S

5 days: $350/month $3,150 yearly

Includes Lunch Bunch for all classes

School day: 8:30am-12:30pm

Please reach out to our Dayschool Director, Amy Taylor, to schedule a tour.

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St. James Day School Staff

Ms. Joni Buckner

Two's Class

Stephanie Burney

Toddlers & 2's Class Teacher

Ms. Mitzi Daughtry

Four's Class Teacher

Ms. Courtney Easley

Twos' Class Teacher

Ms. Jordan Hooper

Toddler's Class

Ms. J.K. Thomas

Twos' Class Teacher

Mrs. Patti Whitley

2's Class Teacher

Mrs. Shannon Leas

Three's Class Teacher

Mrs. Jan Bridgers

Two's Class Teacher

Ms. Marsha Bonner

Yoga Instructor

Shannon Lockamy

Three's Class Teacher

Ms. Kristie Brown

Four's Class Teacher

Mrs. Allen Lee

Toddler Class Teacher

Mrs. Carla Schiffel

Toddler Class Teacher

Mrs. Sara Anlyan

Toddler Class Teacher

Mrs. Jamie Brown

Toddler Class Teacher

Ms. Susan Braxton

Three's Class Teacher

Ms. Nancy Bailey

Three's Class Teacher

Ms. Anne Norris

Toddler Class Teacher

Ms. Joni Buckner

Two's Class

Ms. Buckner received her Bachelor of Arts in Therapeutic Recreation from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

What drew you to teaching? "Cherished memories of helping my mother with our Church nursery is what drew me to teaching. I love watching the children play, explore, learn, and achieve. Being a witness to their blossoming personalities and growing independence is truly heartwarming."

Favorite Snack: "Cookies with milk"

Hidden Talent: "Champion Jenga Player"

Stephanie Burney

Toddlers & 2's Class Teacher

Ms. Burney received her Bachelors of Arts in Education from St. Lawrence University. She minored in French Literature and Developmental Psychology.

What drew you to teaching? "It's the only job where you get paid to play. And because children sparkle."

Favorite Snack: "Oreo Cookies"

Hidden Talent: "I can do the splits."

Ms. Mitzi Daughtry

Four's Class Teacher

Ms. Daughtry has her Bachelors of Arts in Early Childhood Education, Pre-K through 5th Grade.

What drew you to teaching? "I had two things. I have a few family members who were teachers and wonderful role models to me. The second reason is when I was in 4th grade I struggled in math. My teacher helped me so much. I have never forgotten her and what she did for me. from then on, I wanted to be a teacher and help children the way she helped me.

Favorite Snack: "Trail Mix"

Hidden Talent: "Running"

Ms. Courtney Easley

Twos' Class Teacher

Ms. Easley received her Bachelors of Arts from College of Charleston and her Teaching Certificate from Meredith College and UNCW.

What drew you to teaching? "My love of children! It's so rewarding to see how much each child learns and grows in such a short amount of time that you spend with them in the classroom."

Favorite Snack: "Pretzel Chips"

Hidden Talent: "Painting"

Ms. Jordan Hooper

Toddler's Class

Ms. Hooper received her degree in Communications and Non-Profit Studies at NC State University and her Masters in Elementary Education from UNC Charlotte.

What drew you to teaching? "My love of children led me to teaching. I taught first grade before I had my two boys. The balance of stay at home momming and teaching the toddlers two days a week is perfect!"

Favorite Snacks: "Gum, Skittles, Snickers."

Hidden Talent: "Decluttering and Organizing"

Ms. J.K. Thomas

Twos' Class Teacher

Ms. Thomas attended North Carolina State University.

What drew you to teaching? "I love watching children have fun while learning how to play interactively. I believe that preschool is such an important first step of their journey in education! I enjoy the creative aspects of teaching that help children learn and develop crucial life skills. For me, there is no greater reward than seeing a child accomplish a task, knowing that I played a small role in guiding them towards reaching that goal!"

Favorite Snacks: "Gummy Bears, Pretzels, Diet Coke"

Hidden Talent: "Hmm... this talent is so well-hidden that I don't even know where to find it!"

Mrs. Patti Whitley

2's Class Teacher

Ms. Whitley received her degree from UNC-Chapel Hill.

What drew you to teaching? "Originally, I had planned to obtain a "Masters in the Art of Teaching" once my children were middle school age but the love of preschoolers from my subbing days convinced me to become a preschool teacher. At the earliest age, children are so eager to learn and I love that enthusiasm along with the extra special hugs and thumb kisses."

Favorite Stack: "Popcorn"

Hidden Talent: "Checkers Champion! (among family and friends)"

Mrs. Shannon Leas

Three's Class Teacher

Mrs. Leas attended Appalachian State University and studied Culinary Arts at Ashville.

What drew you to teaching? I am able to create, play, laugh, smile, sing silly songs, jump, and make fun crafts everyday with precious little children. Teaching is a work of the heart!

Favorite Snack: Crackers and Cheese

Hidden Talent: I can Skurf

Mrs. Jan Bridgers

Two's Class Teacher

Ms. Bridgers received her degree in Art from East Carolina University. Her love of kids drew her to teaching.

Favorite Snack: Popcorn

Hidden Talent: Ping Pong

Ms. Marsha Bonner

Yoga Instructor

Ms. Bonner recieved her B.A. in Psychology from UNC Chapel Hill and her Masters in Counseling from Campbell University. She was drawn to teaching by her own preschool age children. They are her inspiration.

Favorite Snack: Goldfish

Hidden Talent: I can still slalom.

Shannon Lockamy

Three's Class Teacher

Ms. Lockamy received her Associates and Bachelors Degrees from Peace College.

What drew you to teaching?

"I had an early start in teaching by teaching dance at 16. I have always been drawn to teaching the children. I worked in Wake County Public Schools before moving to the Wilmington, NC area. I enjoy watching the children grow throughout the years.

Favorite Snack: Fruit (except strawberries)

Hidden Talent: "I play the bagpipes and I clog dance."

Ms. Kristie Brown

Four's Class Teacher

Ms. Brown has a BA in Education, a BA in Psychology, and a MA in Counseling Psychology.

What drew you to teaching? Preschool offers the opportunity for children to explore and learn so many different things. I feel honored to have the opportunity to facilitate learning activities through play. I am constantly amazed how much their little minds can retain.

Fun fact: My family and I love Disney World. We go several times a year. My favorite park is Epcot and my favorite Disney event is the Food and Wine Festival.

Mrs. Allen Lee

Toddler Class Teacher

After graduating from New Hanover High School, I studied at NCSU and have a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design.

I stopped working in 2009 to be home with my son when my husband went to seminary. After two more children and eight years passed, I was ready to transition back into work. I love being with children and the chance to work at our church preschool was the perfect opportunity to start working part-time hours while still being available for my own children.

Fun fact- I grew up in Wilmington and was a student at the Day School years ago!

Mrs. Carla Schiffel

Toddler Class Teacher

I graduated from UNC-Greensboro with a BS in Nursing in 1981. I have worked in many fields of Nursing: NICU at Pitt Memorial Hospital in Greenville, NC; Public Health in Orange County and New Hanover County, and on the Surgical/Medical floor at Cape Fear Memorial Hospital. For many years I taught Childbirth classes in Wilmington.

I love children!! I volunteered as a Sunday school teacher at St Andrews on the Sound and at St Paul’s Episcopal for ages K-1, 4th grade and High School over a period of 12 years.

FUN FACT: I taught Ms. Lee Sunday School when she was in 4th Grade, and she is as precious now, as she was then.

Another fun fact is that I was in a small Gospel Band at Wrightsville United Methodist Church for several years as the lead singer. (The competition was very little, as I was the only taker!!).

I was led to this position after bringing my sweet grandchildren, Walker and Rinn Echols, to SJDS for the past 4 years. I have witnessed first hand the love shared by each staff member, and am excited to be a part of this AWESOME team of God-loving, children-loving people.

Mrs. Sara Anlyan

Toddler Class Teacher

Mrs. Anlyan graduated from Cape Fear Academy in 2004. I graduated from CFCC with an associate's degree in criminal justice in 2008.

Why teaching? I enjoy being with children and watching them explore the world around them. It is fulfilling to be part of a nurturing community like SJDS.

FUN FACT: I am mother to three girls and made some of my best friends, still to this day, while at SJDS over 30 years ago!

Mrs. Jamie Brown

Toddler Class Teacher

Educational background: I have a Bachelor's degree in Communications from NC State University and a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from NC Central University.

What drew me to teaching: My love of children! I originally worked with pediatrics doing speech therapy before becoming a stay at home mom to my two boys. After seeing firsthand what a special and loving place SJDS is I was honored and excited to become a part of a place that means so much to my family and me.

Fun fact: Corbett and Miller get their curly hair from me (I have pictures to prove it!)

Ms. Susan Braxton

Three's Class Teacher

Educational Background:

Attended Appalachian State University-Sociology

Cape Fear Community College-Degree in Medical Transcription

What drew me to teaching: I was doing medical transcription from home and two friends on my daughter’s traveling soccer team, who taught at Saint James, asked me to sub there. I fell in love with the children and teachers and my sub job turned into teaching and my happy place!

Fun Fact: As a child I would tell my parents I wanted 12 children and they would laugh at me...well, I certainly got my wish at Saint James Day School. Each year at St. James I get a new group of children to love and teach.

Ms. Nancy Bailey

Three's Class Teacher

Educational background: Graduated from UNC-CH in 2004 with degree in Communications and Media Production

Why teaching? I see teaching as a way to make a positive impact on others - especially young children. I look forward to seeing the kids learn and grow at a critical developmental stage and I suspect I will learn a few things too!

Fun Fact: I did my first 360 on the kneeboard this summer

Ms. Anne Norris

Toddler Class Teacher

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