Check out the most recent A Day in the Life of a Tiger! 🐯
Join us for a peek into the daily adventures of our St. James Tigers! This series features students like Cameron Kettner, an 8th grader at St. James Middle School, sharing their school-day experiences firsthand.
Follow Cameron as he navigates through his school day, offering insights, challenges, and triumphs along the way. Get ready to dive into the heart of student life at our middle school!
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Learning Highlight: Vertical Learning in Action! ❤️🐯📚
Amazing learning experiences are taking place at St. James Middle School! In Mrs. Stack's class, students dove into vertical learning, where they team up, share ideas, and receive real-time feedback to elevate engagement and success. #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: Writing Café Success! ☕️🍪📚
Mrs. Moreland's 4th graders have been hard at work crafting their personal narratives, and last Friday, they wrapped up the unit in style by hosting a Writing Café! With hot chocolate, cookies, and a cozy coffee shop atmosphere, our young writers celebrated their hard-earned success. #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
GREAT Things Happen Here: Learning, Play, and Adventure in Our Community!
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Last week, Mrs. Brimer’s class went on an exciting field trip! The day began at the James Memorial Public Library, where students enjoyed a special storytime. Afterward, they headed to St. James Park for a picnic lunch and some fun on the new playground! The adventure wrapped up with a color scavenger hunt, making for a day full of learning, laughter, and outdoor fun! #GreatThingsHappenHere #stjschools #tigerpride
Mission Monday: Partnerships That Power Student Success! 🐯💪❤️
A huge thank you to the National Guard and SFC Brian Beard for the generous gift of a brand new record board in our high school weight room. This is just the beginning—more exciting projects are on the way, and we’re grateful for their ongoing partnership.
At St. James, we believe in building strong community partnerships that lift our students to new heights. Together, we’re empowering students to achieve greatness—one relationship at a time. #MissionMonday #stjschools #tigerpride
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For more information on Tiger Events: https://www.stjschools.org/page/athletics-and-activities
Learning Highlight: Fast-Paced Fun with 5-Minute Book Exploration! ❤️📚✨
Our 3rd graders had an exciting visit to the library for 5-Minute Mania! Students rotated through tables, spending five minutes exploring different books—checking out covers, illustrations, and reading a bit to see what sparked their interest. After sampling various options, they could check out a book that felt like the perfect fit.
GREAT things happen when we open a book to new worlds! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: World Cultures Journey Lands in Korea! 🇰🇷🐯🌏
World Cultures students at St. James Middle School have been on quite the adventure across the United States! They brushed up on states and capitals, explored language and dialect, and even practiced some American Sign Language (ASL). Before moving to their next destination, they made sure their passports were ready! Next stop: Korea!
Today, students had the chance to try snacks from Korea and rate them on a scale of 1-10. Mrs. Waldmann ensures students have hands-on opportunities to explore and understand other cultures, enriching their global perspective. Next week, they'll dive deeper into all things Korea! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: 6th Graders Explore Truman Readers Award Nominees! 🌟📚🏆
Recently, our 6th-grade students enjoyed an exciting visit with Mrs. McCurdy, where they were introduced to this year’s Truman Readers Award Nominee books! The reading challenge was explained, and students watched book trailers to get a sneak peek at the titles. Afterward, they checked out books to begin their reading journeys! #academicexcellence #stjschools
Tigers Giving Back: A Community United! 🤝🐯❤️
Today, students from Girls Golf, Citizenship class, FFA, and Teens 4 Jesus came together at the monthly commodity distribution, proudly representing St. James R-1 School District. We're incredibly thankful to the St. James Caring Center for their benevolent services and support, always shining as a beacon in our community.
Together, we’re reminded that GREAT things happen when we build partnerships and give back! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: Dive into Science with Mr. Siders’ Class! 🔬🐯🔍
Mr. Siders’ science students have been exploring the fascinating world of cells! As part of their hands-on learning experience, they've been mastering microscope techniques and examining a variety of microorganisms and pond water samples. It’s amazing to see them connect theory with practice and discover the microscopic wonders of our world!
#academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: Talent Class Masters Blocking! 🎭🐯❤️
Students in Talent class have already taken to the stage at St. James High School, diving into blocking—the process of planning the precise movements and positioning of actors on stage. This essential step helps bring their next production to life. We can't wait to see their hard work shine! #STJTigerDrama #academicexcellence #stjschools
Happy IT Professionals Day! 💻🐯🍎
We're sending a big THANK YOU to our tech team: Jordan and Bradley! Your expertise is essential in supporting our innovative teaching methods and helping us integrate technology into the classroom. Your dedication keeps our district moving forward, empowering students and staff to embrace new possibilities.
Thank you for all you do! #ITProfessionalsDay #stjschools #tigerpride
Principals on the Move! 🛞🐯❤️
St. James Middle School principals are rolling out their mobile desks to stay visible and connected with students and staff. This approach helps them catch potential issues early and address them before they escalate. It’s a shining example of how GREAT things happen here—by being hands-on and attentive, they create an environment where every student and staff member feels supported and valued. Way to go, Tigers!
#GreatThingsHappenHere #stjschools #tigerpride
📚 Exciting News from LWJE! 📚
Lucy Wortham James Elementary has added a Book Vending Machine, funded by Scholastic Book Fair proceeds and a generous PTO donation. Every student will get to choose a book to celebrate their birthday, with plans in place for summer and weekend birthdays! We’re excited to see this creative way to build home libraries and promote the joy of reading! 📖🎉
Mission Monday: Happy Birthday to Lucy Wortham James! 🎉
Our 3rd-grade EXCEL students at Lucy Wortham James Elementary created a special video to celebrate and honor the incredible legacy of our school's namesake. By learning about the history of our local community, our students are empowered to take pride in their roots and gain a deeper connection to where they come from. Check out their amazing work! #MissionMonday #stjschools #tigerpride
Watch the video here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UYxaI7vEQbSclRM5feldh2y6TjMW3VPV/view?usp=drive_link
🌟Fairytale: Homecoming Assembly 2024! 🌟
🌟Fairytale: Homecoming Parade 2024! 🌟
🌟Fairytale: Homecoming Coronation 2024 🌟
Congratulations to Queen Kenadee Smith and King Quentin Davault!
Check out our Tiger Weekly Highlights! #activities #tigerpride #stjschools
For more information on Tiger Events: https://www.stjschools.org/page/athletics-and-activities
