St. James R-1 School District

Today, on National School Principals' Day, we honor and celebrate your dedication, leadership, and support to our students, staff, and Tiger community! 🍎Dan Copeland at Lucy Wortham James Elementary 🍎Kaaren Lepper at St. James Middle School 🍎Devin Johnson at St. James High School Thank you for your passion in shaping the future of our schools. You truly make a difference every single day! #SchoolPrincipalsDay #stjschools #tigerpride

Tiger Highlight: MAP Testing Motivation! ✉️ 🐯🌟 Mrs. Meurer’s classes received a special dose of love and encouragement as they embarked on their MAP testing journey. They opened good luck letters from their grownups, setting the stage for testing days filled with positivity. Later, they joined forces to decorate the 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade hallways with colorful decorations, transforming them into spaces of motivation. Keep shining bright, Tigers! #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: Little Authors, Big Achievement! 🐧🌟📝 Mrs. Rivers' Kindergarten class is celebrating a remarkable milestone! Each student has become a published author, contributing to a class collection titled "All About Polar Animals." Their publishing party was a hit, featuring readings of their pages and book-themed snacks. Congratulations to these budding authors for this impressive achievement! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: Unleashing Imagination with Blackout Poetry at St. James Middle School! 🖌️🐯📖 Recently, our talented 6th-grade students embarked on a creative journey into the world of poetry with Mrs. McCurdy! They dove into the fascinating art of blackout poetry, where they transformed existing texts into stunning works of art by selecting and highlighting words to create new meaning and imagery. April marked National Poetry Month—a perfect time to honor the power of words and creativity! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Mission Monday: Generational Connection! ❤️🐯🤍 Today, we're thrilled to highlight a collaboration between our students and the St. James Senior Center! Citizenship class students at St. James Middle School took our mission to the next level by providing personalized instruction on cell phone usage to members of our local Senior Center. Through this meaningful interaction, our students not only shared their technological expertise but also built caring relationships with the seniors in our community. By bridging generational divides, they demonstrated the true spirit of our mission. With more sessions scheduled throughout May, we're committed to strengthening our community partnerships and empowering one another! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride

Check out our Tiger Weekly Highlights! #activities #tigerpride #stjschools For more information on Tiger Events: https://www.stjschools.org/page/athletics-and-activities

Tiger Highlight: Celebrating Integrity at St. James Middle School! ❤️🐯🤍 Let's hear it for these stellar students recognized by their teachers for the Fort Leonard Wood Character Award for Integrity! Their commitment to integrity sets a powerful example for our Tiger community. Join us in applauding Layla Felan, the standout winner! Layla's dedication to integrity shines bright, and we couldn't be prouder. Keep inspiring, Layla! #Integrity #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: When Stories Become Art - A Fusion of Imagination and Talent! 📖✨🎨 Mrs. Engelbrecht's 3rd grade ELA classes poured their hearts into writing books last fall, and last week, they had an incredible surprise! Mrs. Hodge's high school art students lent their artistic talents to illustrate these imaginative stories. The joy on the faces of our young authors as they saw their tales come to life was priceless! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Celebrating Our Administrative Professionals: The Voices Behind the Scenes! 🌟🐯📞 Today, we honor the heartbeat of our school district: our Administrative Professionals! From the friendly voices that answer our calls to the organizational wizards behind the scenes, your dedication keeps our school running smoothly. Thank you for all that you do to support our students, teachers, and staff. Happy Administrative Professionals Day! #AdminProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #stjschools

Learning Highlight: Kindergarten Blessing Box Service Project Continues! ❤️🐯🤍 Mrs. Cahill & Mrs. Rivers' classes recently filled Trinity Episcopal Church’s Blessing Box with collected items, delivering them in person. Our students' hands-on generosity teaches them the value of helping others! At St. James R-1, service learning projects like the Blessing Box initiative empower students to lead with empathy. They learn the value of community and compassion, shaping them into future leaders. Together, we're building a brighter, more caring world! #ServiceLearning #stjschools #tigerpride

Tiger Highlight: Triumphs at FBLA State Leadership Conference! 🌟🐯🏆 Earlier this school year, eighteen of our students soared to victory at districts, earning their spot at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Springfield last week, with two Tigers shining on the big stage! Let's give a round of applause to Johnny Perkins, who clinched the 7th spot in Introduction to Business Communications! Ryan Braun earned an impressive 3rd place in Personal Finance! Now, Braun has the incredible opportunity to represent us at the National FBLA Conference this summer in sunny Orlando, FL! These remarkable accomplishments not only showcase the dedication and talent of our Tigers but also highlight the invaluable support of FBLA Sponsor, Mrs. Lorts! Way to go, Tigers! #NationalsBound #FBLA #stjschools

Miles of Thanks: Honoring Our Bus Drivers! 🚌 Today, on School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, we're sending a huge shoutout to the amazing drivers of Copeland Bus Service! Your commitment to safety and reliability ensures our Tigers get to school ready to conquer the day. Thank you for being an essential piece of our educational puzzle! ❤️🧩🐯 #BusDriverAppreciation #stjschools #tigerpride

Happy Earth Day from St. James R-1 School District! 💚🌍♻️ Today, we're proud to showcase our district-wide dedication to sustainability. Students from every building actively participate in recycling initiatives, developing a culture of environmental responsibility from an early age. Beyond our classrooms, our outreach encourages others to join us in preserving our planet. Together, we're empowering our students and making a difference in our community! #EarthDay #stjschools #tigerpride

Mission Monday: Attendance Matters – Your Passport to Success with MAP and EOC Testing! 📚 Don't miss your ticket to success! MAP and EOC testing will be happening over the next few weeks, and attendance is your passport to unlocking opportunities. Here's why it matters: 1️⃣ Every day counts: Show up, show what you know! Get plenty of sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and be here. Each day of testing is a chance to prove your skills and shine. 2️⃣ Support your school: State testing is important for our schools as it helps identify areas for improvement, informs teaching strategies, evaluates program effectiveness, ensures accountability, and guides resource allocation, ultimately supporting student success. 3️⃣ Personal growth: MAP and EOC tests offer insights into your student's strengths and areas for growth. Be there to invest in your future success. Let's ace this together! 💪🎓 #AttendanceMatters #PassportToSuccess #stjschools

Lucy Wortham James Elementary Art Show Winners! 🎨🐯🎉 Congratulations to all the talented young artists of Lucy Wortham James Elementary School! Let's give a big round of applause to our Tiger artists! And a special shoutout to our Best in Show winners: 🎨Lorelei Dirker for her outstanding 3D Art in K-2nd Grade category. 🎨Kylerr Peters for his remarkable 2D Art in K-2nd Grade category. 🎨Liam Dazey for his exceptional 3D Art in 3-5th Grade category. 🎨Kylie Stack for her extraordinary 2D Art in 3-5th Grade category. Keep shining brightly and continue to explore the wonderful world of art. #ArtsInEducation #stjschools #tigepride

Attendance: Your Passport to Success! ✈️🎓 Check out our latest district-wide attendance update. Join us in sharing the critical role regular attendance plays in our students' success! #EveryDayCounts #stjschools #tigerpride For more on our Attendance Awareness Campaign and extra resources, visit: 🔗 https://www.stjschools.org/page/attendance

Artistic Harmony: Art and Music Come Together for an Unforgettable Night! 🎨🌟🎶 Our Tiger Community enjoyed an evening of art and music last night! High school musicians provided a melodic backdrop as everyone explored stunning art at the high school. Elementary families also celebrated the talents of our Tigers and left affirmations for them to read! Our district proudly supports arts in education! A huge thank you to everyone who helped make these events happen! Special shoutout to Mrs. Copeland, Mrs. Mendenhall, Mrs. Hodge, and Mr. Story for their amazing support in empowering our students! #ArtShows #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: Marshmallow Peeps in Art Class! 🐥🎨🐰 Our second-grade students had a blast in Mrs. Copeland's art class recently! They enjoyed some marshmallow Peeps and then got crafty, using them to create adorable art pieces. From fluffy chicks to colorful patterns, their creativity was on full display! Let's cheer for our Tiger artists! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride Don't forget to join us to see more amazing art at the Lucy Wortham James Elementary School and St. James R-1 High School art shows happening this evening!

Learning Highlight: Tasty Creations in Foods Class! 🍽️👩‍🍳 Our Foods Class students are culinary stars in the making! Two students wowed everyone with their Chicken Gnocchi with Spinach dish. From prep to plate, they nailed every flavor and texture, earning rave reviews from their classmates. One student said, "It was very well made, had the perfect amount of salt, and other seasonings. Gnocchi was cooked to almost al dente." Keep cooking up those delicious creations, Tigers! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: Second Graders Spread Joy with Sidewalk Chalk Art! 🌸🎨 Our second graders embraced the Spring sunshine! Mrs. Wainwright's class took their creativity to the sidewalks around LWJE, turning them into vibrant works of art with chalk. From colorful rainbows to cheerful messages, their creations are spreading joy throughout our Tiger community! #SpringArt #stjschools #tigerpride