Save the Date: 24th Annual Community Tailgate Party! ❤️🐯🤍

Mark your calendars for one of our favorite Tiger traditions! Join us Friday, September 19th, from 5:00–6:30 PM for the 24th Annual Community Tailgate Party! This event brings together our entire Tiger Community, including local organizations, businesses, families, and district staff, to celebrate the start of a new school year.

Enjoy food, drinks, and plenty of school spirit before cheering on the Tigers at our first home football game of the season at 7:00 PM. Normal gate fees apply for entry to the tailgate and the game.

Let’s make this the best kickoff yet! See you there!
about 14 hours ago, St. James R-I School District
Community Tailgate is September 19th from 5-6:30 PM
10 Things to Know Before School Starts: Day 10 – First Day of School! 🎒🚀

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Here’s to a new year, new goals, and new growth. All Roads Lead Forward at St. James R-1!

#10ThingsToKnow #FirstDayOfSchool #stjschools
1 day ago, St. James R-I School District
10 Things to Know: First Day of School!
The Road Ahead Begins at Open House! ❤️🐯🤍 What a great night across the district as we welcomed students and families back for Open House! Thank you for being part of the evening and helping us start the year strong. We’re grateful for our community partners who took time to join us and connect with our families.Together we’re moving forward toward great things! #OpenHouse #stjschools #tigerpride
2 days ago, St. James R-1 High School
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10 Things to Know Before School Starts: Day 9 – Stay Connected! 📲📬

The St. James R-1 School District has a new communication tool for parents and guardians this year - Rooms! It is part of our existing district app. Log in today to get connected with your child’s teachers, administrators, coaches, and club sponsors!

We use multiple ways to keep you informed, from our website and district app to social media. Find out more here: https://www.stjschools.org/page/communications.

Follow us, check the app, and keep your personal info up to date for direct messaging!

#10ThingsToKnow #StayConnected #stjschools
2 days ago, St. James R-I School District
10 Things to Know: Communications!
10 Things To Know Before School Starts: Day 8 – Red Fridays! ❤️🐯🤍

Every Friday, we wear red and white! Show your #TigerPride and help us celebrate school spirit all year long. Join in and spread the word with #RedFridays.

#10ThingsToKnow #RedFridays #stjschools
3 days ago, St. James R-I School District
10 Things to Know: Red Fridays!
Looking for a way to get involved and make a difference in our schools? The St. James PTO is a great place to start! Your time and ideas help support students, teachers, and our entire Tiger Community. ❤️🐯🤍

3 days ago, St. James R-I School District
St. James PTO is looking for volunteers!
10 Things to Know Before School Starts: Day 7 – Immunization Requirements! 💉📋

Check vaccine records now so your student is ready to go. View requirements here: https://www.stjschools.org/page/health-services. Need help? Reach out to your child’s healthcare provider or school nurse.

#10ThingsToKnow #Immunizations #stjschools
4 days ago, St. James R-I School District
10 Things to Know: Immunization Requirements!
Welcome Back, Tiger Staff! ❤️🐯🤍

Our teachers and staff are back and ready to roll! The morning kicked off with a delicious breakfast from First Church of God, followed by Convocation, where we celebrated staff and looked at the year ahead. A huge thank you to The Official Red Regiment Band Info Station and STJ HS Cheerleaders for helping us welcome everyone back!

We’re counting down the days until we see our students on August 19th! Families, don’t forget — all your back-to-school details are waiting for you at www.stjschools.org/page/back-to-school

#BackToSchool #stjschools #tigerpride
4 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Welcome Back, Staff!
Welcome Back, Staff!
Welcome Back, Staff!
Welcome Back, Staff!
Welcome Back, Staff!
Welcome Back, Staff!
Welcome Back, Staff!
Welcome Back, Staff!
Welcome Back, Staff!
Welcome Back, Staff!
10 Things to Know Before School Starts: Day 6 – School Hours! ⏰📘

What time does school start and end at each building? Make sure you're in the know!

#10ThingsToKnow #SchoolHours #stjschools
5 days ago, St. James R-I School District
10 Things to Know: School Hours!
Mission Monday: A Warm Welcome for Our New Tigers! ❤️🐯🤍

A huge thank you to the St. James Chamber of Commerce for giving our new teachers such a warm welcome with gift bags full of goodies! This kind of community partnership builds strong connections that make a lasting impact on our schools. When our community and educators work together, All Roads Lead Forward!

#MissionMonday #stjschools #TigerPride
5 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Mission Monday!
Mission Monday!
Mission Monday!
Mission Monday!
Mission Monday!
10 Things to Know Before School Starts: Day 5 – School Year Calendar! 📅🎓

From breaks to early outs, know what’s ahead all year long. Save the calendar now! Also available at www.stjschools.org under “Menu” > “District."

#10ThingsToKnow #SchoolCalendar #stjschools
8 days ago, St. James R-I School District
10 Things to Know: School Year Calendar
25-26 Academic Calendar
District Welcomes New Teachers! ❤️🐯🤍

We were excited to welcome our new teachers during two days of training this week!

They had the opportunity to tour the district, learn about our schools and programs, meet with mentors, and dive into what it means to be a Tiger.

We look forward to seeing the difference they’ll make in our classrooms and Tiger community. Help us give them a warm welcome!
All Roads Lead Forward! #stjschools #TigerPride
8 days ago, St. James R-I School District
New Teacher Day
New Teacher Day
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Fresh paint, clean benches, and a whole lot of Tiger Pride! ❤️🐯🤍

A group of middle school students spent yesterday afternoon getting the entryway ready for back to school, showing exactly what it means to lead with service and heart.

All Roads Lead Forward at STJ! #stjschools
8 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Middle school students get their building ready for the school year.
Middle school students get their building ready for the school year.
Middle school students get their building ready for the school year.
Middle school students get their building ready for the school year.
Middle school students get their building ready for the school year.
Middle school students get their building ready for the school year.
Middle school students get their building ready for the school year.
Middle school students get their building ready for the school year.
Middle school students get their building ready for the school year.
Middle school students get their building ready for the school year.
10 Things to Know Before School Starts: Day 4 – Free & Reduced Meals! 🍎💵

Every application helps, whether or not you qualify! Please fill out your form here: https://linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new?identifier=F74DUX. More participation means more resources for our schools and students!

#10ThingsToKnow #MealApplication #stjschools
9 days ago, St. James R-I School District
10 Things to Know: Free & Reduced Meal Application!
10 Things to Know Before School Starts: Day 3 – School Supply Lists! 🛒📚

Knock out your back-to-school shopping! Find your student’s list here: https://app.teacherlists.com/districts/1000209800-st-james-r1-school-district.

#10ThingsToKnow #SchoolSupplies #stjschools
10 days ago, St. James R-I School District
10 Things to Know: School Supply lists are ready!
Tiger Staff on the Road to Building Stronger Relationships! ❤️🐯🤍 Nearly 60 new and returning staff members spent two powerful days with CharacterPlus, focusing on the power of relationships to shape a positive school culture, from the classroom to the district level. Staff also connected this learning to our Portrait of a Graduate, exploring how strong relationships support skills like effective communication, social integrity, and engaged citizenship. At St. James R-1, All Roads Lead Forward through connection! #ProfessionalDevelopment #STJSchools #TigerPride
10 days ago, St. James R-1 High School
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10 Things to Know Before School Starts: Day 2 – Open House Info! 🏫🔍

Meet the teachers, explore classrooms, and get ready for day one! Open House is Thursday, August 14, 2025.

Don’t forget to visit our Back-To-School Page: https://www.stjschools.org/page/back-to-school.

#10ThingsToKnow #OpenHouse #stjschools
11 days ago, St. James R-I School District
10 Things to Know: Open House!
10 Things to Know Before School Starts: Day 1 – Registration is Open! 📝✨

Don't forget to register for the 2025–26 school year! Log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal to complete your child’s registration if you haven't already. Having trouble with Parent Portal? Call 573-265-2300 or email parentportal@stjschools.org.

Visit our Back-To-School Page: https://www.stjschools.org/page/back-to-school to get all the information you need to start strong!

#10ThingsToKnow #SchoolRegistration #stjschools
12 days ago, St. James R-I School District
10 Things to Know: Registration is open!
Missouri’s Back-to-School Tax-Free Weekend is Almost Here! 📚🐯✏️

Get ready for the 2025–2026 school year and take advantage of Missouri’s Back-to-School State Tax-Free Weekend from Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 3. During this time, you can shop for school supplies, clothing, and technology without paying state or local sales tax.

🎥 Not sure how it works? Watch this quick video: https://vimeo.com/988996245/b2641b4247?share=copy
📋 Need supply lists? Find them here: https://app.teacherlists.com/browse/city/Saint-James/Missouri

Plan ahead and start the year strong!
#TaxFreeWeekend #stjschools #tigerpride
19 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Back to School Tax Free Weekend
Mark Your Calendars for Open House!

🍎 Lucy Wortham James Elementary

PreK–Kindergarten: 4:00–6:00 PM

Grades 1–5: 5:00–7:00 PM

🍎 St. James Middle School

Thursday, August 14, 2025, 5:00–7:00 PM

🍎 St. James R-1 High School

Thursday, August 14, 2025, 5:00–7:00 PM

All Open Houses are drop-in events, so stop by anytime during your scheduled window to meet teachers and get ready for a GREAT year! ❤️🐯🤍

#stjschools #OpenHouse #tigerpride
23 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Open House Schedules 2025