Attendance: Your Passport to Success! 🌍📚✈️
Students take flight at LWJE! Each day of attendance becomes a stamp on our students' journey toward success, serving as their ticket to a world of knowledge and opportunities.
Congratulations to these elementary students for showing incredible dedication! Your amazing attendance is the passport unlocking doors to future achievements. Keep collecting those stamps, as every day in school propels you toward a brighter future! 🌟 #AttendanceAwareness #stjschools #tigerpride
Wishing everyone a wonderful and joy-filled Winter Break! Take this time to rest and fill your hearts with joy. We'll also be taking a break and look forward to connecting again in 2024! ❤️🐯🤍
🎶 On the third day of Christmas, Santa hats brought joy, what a sight! 🎅 #SantaStyle #12DaysofChristmas #stjschools
Kids Need Kiwanis: 5th and 6th Grade Championship Game! 🌟🏀
Congratulations to the Red Team for their victory at the Championship 5th and 6th Grade Boys Kiwanis game! The boys had quite a crowd cheering them on as all 3rd-6th grade students were able to attend.
Through St. James MO Kiwanis Club, our students learn life lessons about teamwork, discipline, and resilience—skills that extend far beyond the court and into their futures. Thank you for your support and dedication to the children in our community! #KidsNeedKiwanis #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride
Mission Makers: Spreading Cheer with Affirmation Stockings!
Our 3rd graders at LWJE are making the holidays brighter! They've crafted affirmation stockings, filling them with heartfelt messages for each other. These affirmations celebrate uniqueness and kindness. Now, here's the twist: No peeking allowed! These precious stockings are off-limits until our students take them home for the holiday break.
At St. James R-1 School District, our mission goes beyond academics - it's about empowering our students through caring relationships. These affirmation stockings embody just that - fostering a culture of support, kindness, and connection among our students and teachers. #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: FACS Class Delights with Homemade Cookies!
FACS students wrapped up the semester in style by baking and decorating scrumptious sugar cookies. They didn't just stop there—they generously shared these tasty treats with the incredible teachers and staff in the high school! 🍪🌟 #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
GIFTS FOR KIDS: Wrapping Our District in Warmth, Thanks to Tiger Trot Sponsors! 🐯❤️
Today marked an incredible day at the St. James R-1 School District. The Gifts for Kids Distribution was once again a success. Each and every student in our district was gifted a cozy Tiger blanket to keep them warm this season!
This wouldn't have been possible without the incredible support from our generous Tiger Trot sponsors. Your commitment and generosity have made a real difference in our students' lives once again this year. Thank you for spreading warmth and joy throughout our school community! #GiftsforKids #stjschools #tigerpride
🎶 On the second day of Christmas, we danced in Hawaiian attire, so bright! 🏝️🌺 #HawaiianVacation #12DaysofChristmas #stjschools
Last night, during the Board of Education meeting, we proudly honored our incredible students for their exceptional performances and post-season accomplishments in Fall Athletics and Activities. Their dedication, hard work, and sportsmanship have truly shone bright this season.
Let's give a round of applause to these remarkable student-athletes for their achievements! Check out our Facebook page for more details on the individual recognitions. 🌟👏 #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: Crafting Holiday Wishes and Building Bonds! 🎄🌟
Mrs. DuClos and Mrs. Stites' classes joined forces for an amazing learning adventure. Witness the bond between 5th graders and their 1st-grade buddies as they craft adorable hat ornaments inspired by "The Reindeer Wish" by Lori Evert. Building relationships while creating festive memories! 🎅🎁 #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride
Staff and students across the district have been getting into the holiday spirit. Join us as we celebrate the season over the next 12 Days! Let's kick off the countdown...
🎶 On the first day of Christmas, our halls gleamed with candy canes' delight! 🍬✨ #CandyCane #12DaysofChristmas #stjschools
Learning Highlight: Preschoolers' Skills Soar with Family Gingerbread House Decorating!
Mrs. Cindy’s Tiger Cubs had a blast decorating gingerbread houses with family! This fun activity isn't just about sweets—it's a learning journey for preschoolers. From improving fine motor skills to fostering creativity and family bonding, this festive experience helps kids grow while spreading holiday cheer! 🎄🏠✨ #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Tiger Highlight: Parent Night Delights All! 🐅❤️🎄
LWJE hosted an incredible Parent Night last week! Families had a blast visiting various stations, from crafting ornaments to diving into engaging Christmas-themed STEM activities. And the highlight? A visit from Santa himself! Kudos to LWJE for putting together such a fantastic event that brought joy and fun to all who attended!
Learning Highlight: Gingerbread Stories & Houses at St. James Middle School! 🎄📝✨
In Mrs. Siders' 8th-grade creative writing class, students recently embraced the holiday cheer by writing stories from the viewpoint of their gingerbread pals. Alongside these tales, the class put their creative talent on display, decorating gingerbread houses that sparkled with holiday magic. A friendly competition added to the excitement, with the best-decorated house earning the creators a candy bar of their choice. The combination of these delightful stories and beautifully decorated houses truly blended learning and fun! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
#TigerPride Echoes Through the Capitol: A Musical Mission Monday!
🎶✨ To celebrate this #MissionMonday, we wanted to showcase the incredible talent of our high school choir students! Last week, they performed at the Capitol, singing joyous holiday tunes. A huge thank you to State Representative Tara J. Peters and Aide Abby Ice for giving our students an unforgettable tour of the Secretary of State's office, the whispering gallery, and more! It's moments like these that truly foster our commitment to empowering students through caring relationships and community partnerships.
Catch our Tigers starting at 1:37:00 in the Capitol Performance: https://vimeo.com/event/3923779.
REMINDER: As we approach Winter Break, take note of these important dates!
❄️December 15, 2023: Early dismissal at 12:30 PM for LWJE & HS; 12:50 PM for MS
❄️December 18, 2023 - January 2, 2024 - Winter Break
❄️January 2, 2024: No School - Professional Development Day for staff
❄️January 3, 2024: Students Return
Learning Highlight: Middle School ASL Club's Merry Carols! 🎄🎶
Middle School ASL Club brought the joy of Christmas carols to some LWJE Tigers earlier this week. ASL Club members share the collective goal of learning and understanding American Sign Language. Huge thanks to our talented students for sharing their knowledge through the spirit of the season! 🐯 #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Check out our Tiger Weekly Highlights! #activities #tigerpride #stjschools
For a list of upcoming Tiger Events:
https://www.stjschools.org/o/sjhs/events
Learning Highlight: Elementary Students Master the Art of Tug-O-War! 🏆
This week, elementary students honed their teamwork and strategy skills through the age-old game of tug-o-war! Amidst laughter and cheers, they learned valuable lessons in coordination, cooperation, and sportsmanship.
Way to go, Tigers! ❤️🐯🤍 #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Tiger Highlight: St. James High School Senior Beta Club Joins Tiger Cubs in Letters to Santa Tradition 🎄✨
Senior Beta students teamed up with some of our preschoolers, crafting letters to Ol’ Saint Nick. They also enjoyed Christmas stories and songs, adding to the festive cheer. These mentorship opportunities highlight the importance of developing caring relationships within our Tiger community! 🎅🎶 #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride
