St. James R-1 School District

Learning Highlight: LWJE Tigers Add Creativity to Library! 🌳🐯📚 Some of our Tigers recently brought their creativity to life in the library! After reading "My Dad is a Tree" by Jon Agee, they got busy crafting their own trees and adding little creatures, flowers, and more to our BIG tree (the painted one on the wall and ceiling!). It was a fun mix of storytelling and hands-on art! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Tiger Highlight: All-State Choir Success! 🎵🐯✨ Let’s give a round of applause to Addalye Felan (Soprano) for her outstanding achievement in the 2025 All-State Choir! After hours of practice and rehearsals, Addalye’s dedication earned her a spot among the best. Thank you to Mr. Felan and the entire choir program for representing our district and your commitment to musical excellence! #AllStateChoir #stjschools #tigerpride #ArtsInEducation

Congratulations to our January Leading the Tiger Way winners! ❤️🐯🤍 Lucy Wortham James Elementary: Misty Hutchcraft and Craig Southard St. James Middle School: Nathanael Siders and Allie Carrell St. James R-1 High School: Jordan Hance and Kelsey Brewer The "Leading the Tiger Way" teacher and staff of the month program is designed to spotlight one teacher and one classified staff from each building every month. We want to recognize our most dedicated and talented employees. This program allows each staff member an opportunity to nominate a peer who exemplifies the character and professional traits we strive for as a District. #TeacherTuesday #leadingthetigerway #stjschools #tigerpride

Mission Monday: Celebrating Our Counselors! ❤️🐯🤍 National School Counseling Week is the perfect time to recognize the incredible people who support, guide, and encourage our students every day. From academic success to personal growth, their impact is felt in every corner of our schools. Help us show them some love! Drop a ❤️ in the comments to say THANK YOU! #MissionMonday #ThankYouCounselors #stjschools

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GREAT things happen when a community comes together! ❤️🐯🤍 Like many districts, we've seen a wave of sickness, but thanks to The Caring Center, we're a little more prepared to fight back. Director Nancy Montgomery heard the need and took action, purchasing and delivering over 100 bottles of hand sanitizer for our buildings. This is what our mission is all about—working together to support our Tiger Community. Thank you, Nancy and The Caring Center, for your kindness and generosity! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride

St. James R-1 School District 2025 Courtwarming Royalty! 👑 🌅Senior Queen Candidates: Ashleigh Barnett; Lydia Kemnitzer; Ayla Wilkerson 🌅Senior King Candidates: Isaiah Cairer; Jesse Hudson; Cooper Armstrong (not pictured) 🌅Junior Attendants: Avery Campbell & Johnny Perkins 🌅Sophomore Attendants: Payge Kemnitzer & Austin Bell (not pictured) 🌅Freshman Attendants: Milly Hartley & Quincy Miller (not pictured) Mark your calendars for The Golden Hour Courtwarming on February 7th! Let's show our #TigerPride next week! #stjschools

Learning Highlight: Strumming Toward Success at LWJE! ❤️🐯🎶 Our second graders explored string instruments during music class and got to play a ukulele! It’s amazing how music opens doors to creativity and growth for every student. Every day is a GREAT day to be a Tiger! #ArtsInEducation #stjschools #tigerpride

Tiger Highlight: Celebrating Success at District 11 FBLA Conference! ❤️🐯🤍 Our St. James FBLA students had an incredible day at the District 11 Leadership Conference in Lebanon! They’re bringing home awards, state qualifiers, and a new leader—congratulations to Johnny Perkins, the newly elected District 11 FBLA President! A big thank you to Sponsor Mrs. Lorts for her leadership in supporting our students on their path to success. We’re proud of our Tigers! #FBLA #stjschools #tigerpride

Tiger Highlight: Student Honored for Patriot’s Pen Essay! ❤️🐯🤍 A big congratulations to Maria Prawitz for earning 2nd place in the VFW District 2 Patriot’s Pen Essay competition! She entered the contest with the support of Mr. Perona and the St. James Middle School citizenship class. She was selected to read her essay at the middle school veterans assembly back in November. This recognition marks the second level of the competition—way to go, Maria! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Tiger Highlight: FFA Member Shines at State Contest! ❤️🐯🤍 Congratulations to Belle Bolte for representing our district at the Missouri Quarter Horse Association state contest, earning 3rd place! We're proud of your hard work and commitment! #FFA #stjschools #tigerpride

Courtwarming 2025 is almost here, and we’re ready to celebrate The Golden Hour! 🌅 All of our buildings are coming together to showcase their #TigerPride throughout the week. Here’s the Spirit Week lineup: ✨Monday: Dusk ‘Til Dawn – Pajama Day ✨Tuesday: Shine Bright Like a Diamond – Wear sparkly or shiny outfits/accessories ✨Wednesday: Golden Globes – Dress as your favorite celebrity ✨Thursday: Fool’s Gold – Role Reversal (Students dress as teachers; teachers dress as students) ✨Friday: Golden Tiger Spirit – Show your Tiger pride in red and white Let’s make it a week to remember! #Courtwarming #stjschools

Learning Highlight: Dairy Farms and Marketing Fun at St. James Middle School! 🍦🐯❤️ Our middle school Agriculture students are diving into the world of dairy farming and marketing! They’re exploring the ins and outs of dairy farms, crafting unique ice cream flavors and brands, and designing eye-catching posters to promote their creations. Soon, voting will kick off, and the winning team will celebrate with a sweet ice cream prize! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: A Sunny Science Lesson on Color and Light! ☀️🐯🌈 Mrs. Baker's third-grade class stepped out into the sunshine for a hands-on science lesson! As part of their unit on the color spectrum and light waves, students used prisms and sunlight to create their own rainbows. What a colorful way to bring science to life! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Mission Monday: A Big Thank You to Our Community Partners! A huge thank you to our community partners, including Hutcheson Ford, for their generous support in making the 2025 St. James Invitational Basketball Tournaments a success! Your contributions help bring incredible talent and visitors, benefiting not only our student-athletes but also our local economy. We’re grateful for the hard work and dedication of our sponsors, staff, and volunteers who made this event possible. Together, we make GREAT things happen here! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride

Congratulations to Miss Brett Shultz as this year’s recipient of the Future Leader Award from the St. James Missouri Chamber of Commerce! Brett was presented the award at the Annual Chamber of Commerce Awards this evening. Help us congratulate her #FutureLeader #stjschools #tigerpride

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🌟 Lead the Way as Our Next Middle School Principal! 🌟 The St. James R-1 School District is searching for a motivated Middle School Principal to inspire students, support educators, and build a thriving learning community. If you're a passionate leader ready to make a difference in the lives of middle schoolers, we want to hear from you! ➡️Learn more and apply here: https://stjschools.schoolspring.com/ #JoinOurTeam #stjschools #tigerpride

🎶Showcasing St. James Talent: 2025 4 Rivers Conference Band 🎶 Congratulations to the St. James students selected for the 2025 4 Rivers Conference Band! These talented musicians were part of a select group that performed on Tuesday, January 21, in Pacific and New Haven. This year’s band was directed by Mr. Matt Sokeland, retired Director of Bands from Pacific and our Palen Education Representative. Help us celebrate the following students: Flute: Sydney H., Cat M., David M. Clarinet: Heather C., Melody H., Ariana G. Alto Sax: Ashton M. Bari Sax: Cooper A. Horn: Max P., Skye A. Percussion: Keiran G. (1st Snare), Gabe A. (Timpani) Thank you for representing St. James with excellence and heart! #AcademicExcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

A Day in Our Schools: BOE Celebrates Student Success! ❤️🐯🤍 The St. James R-1 School District Board of Education visited all three schools today and saw firsthand all the GREAT things that happen here! Guided by building administrators and student ambassadors, Board members explored classrooms, observed engaging lessons, and helped celebrate our students. Of course, no visit would be complete without Crispito day, and the high school lunch was a hit! Throughout the morning, BOE members experienced the magic that happens in our schools every single day. ⭐️ Thank you to our Board of Education for your ongoing support of St. James schools! #GREATThingsHappenHere #BOE #stjschools