We are proud to recognize the St. James R-1 Board of Education for the leadership and care they bring to our district. Serving on a school board takes time, thoughtful decision-making, and a strong belief in public education. Our board members keep students at the heart of their work and help guide the future of our schools.
🐯 Jon Rapp, President
🐯 Tim Wilson, Vice President
🐯 Ben Bahr, Member
🐯 Melanie Davis, Member
🐯 Wes Gahr, Member
🐯 Justin Lorts, Member
🐯 Tina Spurgeon, Member
Thank you for the service you provide to our students, staff, and community!
#BOE #stjschools #tigerpride
4th-Grade Family Night: Sparks of Learning! ⚡🔌💡
Last week, families came together for a night full of energy as students showcased their knowledge of electricity and circuits. From hands-on stations to interactive experiments, the excitement was electric! All Roads Lead Forward! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
LWJE Art Club and Student Council teamed up to design coffee sleeves that share a little extra encouragement with our community.
If you stop by Exit 11 Coffee or JB Coffee House this week, your morning cup might come with a special surprise. Quantities are limited, so grab one while you can.
Every kind word shared, every sleeve handed out, every smile sparked reminds us that All Roads Lead Forward! #MissionMakers #StripesOfKindness #stjschools #tigerpride
For more information on Tiger Events: https://www.stjschools.org/page/athletics-and-activities
Lucy Wortham James Elementary: Amy Brewer and Kate Michel
St. James Middle School: Latosha Mulhall and Lisa Huster
St. James R-1 High School: Kristin Lorts and Ronna Breeding
This year, we’re highlighting how our staff members embody our mission each day, whether building caring relationships, striving for academic excellence, or strengthening community partnerships. Nominated by their peers, Leading the Tiger Way shines a spotlight on the teachers and staff who bring these values to life!
#MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride
🌟 Episode 4: Meet Kalise Boeringa, Assistant Band Director for the St. James R 1 School District. Splitting her time between the middle school and high school, she keeps the rhythm moving in more ways than one. 🌟
WATCH IT HERE: https://bit.ly/HeartofaTiger-Boeringa
Supportive and motivating, Ms. Boeringa sees potential in her students and helps them find it. Whether it is building confidence in a beginner or pushing seasoned musicians to the next level, she helps them grow both on and off the stage. That’s the Heart of a Tiger!
Last week, LWJE students celebrated the Lunar New Year in the library while learning about traditions connected to the first new moon of the year. They crafted lanterns, explored their Chinese zodiac signs, and created festive projects that brought their learning to life.
Moments like this strengthen Engaged Citizenship, helping students grow in understanding and appreciation of the wider world around them!
#academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Congratulations to our St. James Middle School Tigers for showing the trait of Integrity. We are proud of the way you choose what is right and lead by example each day.
We are grateful for our partnership with Fort Leonard Wood in recognizing this important Army Value. Integrity is also a key part of our Portrait of a Graduate, reminding us that character and how we treat others matters. #Integrity #stjschools #tigerpride
Anatomy in High School Advanced Art! ✏️🐯🖌️
Advanced Art students are taking a closer look at Anatomy in their current unit. Through scientific study, classical influence, and realistic technique, they are exploring how understanding strengthens their art. #ArtsInEducation #stjschools
Check out their sendoff here: https://bit.ly/3OLWI5v
#STATEBOUND #stjschools #wrestling
1st-grade families traveled back in time during their Parent Night, as students showcased their learning about the Mayan, Aztec, and Inca civilizations. Hands-on activities allowed our young historians to proudly share what they discovered about ancient cultures in Mesoamerica and South America.
Big curiosity. Confident learners. A family night full of exploration! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Public Schools Week: Standing Strong for Students! ❤️🐯🤍
Public schools are the heart of a community, and ours thrives because of the people inside it. During Public Schools Week, we’re celebrating every member of our team who shows up for students each day.
Take a moment to thank a staff member who made a difference in your life or your child’s.
#PublicSchoolsWeek #stjschools #tigerpride ❤️🐯🤍
Mission Monday: A Gift That Will Resonate for Years! ❤️🐯🎶🤍
Sometimes it starts with a simple phone call. Last week, Mr. Brad Frazier reached out to former trombonist and drum major, now St. James Elementary teacher, Katie Moreland, about supporting the band program. After reconnecting, Mr. Frazier stopped by with an incredible gift, a Shen 88 Upright Bass for our students.
Because of this donation, more students will have the opportunity to learn bass, and our band program will have added flexibility during rehearsals and instruction. It is a practical gift with long-term impact, the kind that helps programs grow and students thrive.
This is what community partnership looks like. Alumni who stay connected. Educators who build bridges. Community members who invest in the next generation.
Thank you, Mr. Frazier, for your continued support of St. James students. Your generosity will resonate for years to come! #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride
Students from St. James R-1 High School recently attended the Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) Conference, where they sharpened their skills in leadership, philanthropy, and community impact. They collaborated with peers from across the region and returned with ideas ready to put into motion.
You can see that learning at work inside Firehouse Coffee, the student-managed coffee shop powered by our YEP chapter, with support from Sponsor Terrill Story. Proceeds support local nonprofits, turning everyday purchases into meaningful service.
This experience reflects Engaged Citizenship, one of our Portrait of a Graduate core values, as students learn that leadership is not just about ideas, but it's about action that strengthens the community around them.
Stop by, enjoy a cup, and support these Tigers who are choosing to lead through service!
#stjschools #YEP #TigerPride
From pre-k playground giggles to high schoolers taking their studies outside, students across the district made the most of these warm winter days. #stjschools #tigerpride
When it’s 70 degrees outside, Tiger Cubs students bring the snow indoors! Mrs. Henderson’s class used shredded paper to ski, sled, and stage an epic snowball fight. Along the way, they tried something new, built friendships, worked as a team, and practiced controlling their movements.
Learning through play, the Tiger Cubs way! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Sydney Harris recently took part in an incredible educational opportunity through the Southwest Baptist Honor Band, a prestigious ensemble made up of the top high school musicians from across the region. She spent the day in focused rehearsals alongside talented peers, sharpening her skills and collaborating at a high level before an evening performance.
Sydney truly made the most of the experience, earning a solo and delivering it with confidence. Moments like this reflect the dedication, preparation, and courage it takes to grow as a performer.
We are proud of the way she represented our Tiger community! #ArtsInEducation #stjschools #tigerpride
