
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




Future Focused: Exploring Missouri S&T! ❤️🐯🤍
A group of high school students attended S&T Quest at Missouri S&T, touring the campus and engaging in interactive activities that sparked curiosity and college-ready thinking.
We love seeing our Tigers take steps toward their futures! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride

Students in Miss Wisdom’s class melted different materials and measured before and after to see if a change in physical state changes total weight!
Moments like this build Critical Thinking, one of our Portrait of a Graduate core values. Students were not just watching matter change; they were learning how to question, measure, and prove their thinking! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride










Tiger Tots worked together to create a leaning tower for the letter T! It took listening, sharing ideas, and cheering each other on to help it stand tall.
Moments like this grow Effective Communication, one of our Portrait of a Graduate core values. Skills that will support them in every classroom on the road forward!
#academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride


We are proud to share that members of our team have been nominated as Educator of the Year by the South Central Missouri School Teachers Association (MSTA):
🐯 Tory Witt
🐯 Kaylee Karnes
🐯 Laura Lamberth
🐯 Nel Fuhring
🐯 Amy Colvin
Recognition at the regional level reflects dedication to the craft of teaching and leadership within their content areas. It shows that our educators are not only serving students well, but also contributing to the profession as a whole.
Congratulations to these Tigers for representing our district with excellence! #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride


Today, we recognize SRO Tony Gray for the work he does each day to support our students and staff. From building positive relationships to helping keep our schools safe, his presence makes a difference!
Help us thank him for serving the Tiger Community!

Mrs. Waldmann’s 8th-grade ELA classes took a sweet stroll through history with their Historical Literature Candy Walk!
Numbered hearts were scattered around the room, each one hiding a question connected to the literature circle books students are currently reading. With every stop, they had to think critically and dig into the text. They earned a little Valentine treat with each answer! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride










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STJ educators spent the day focused on one thing: getting better for our students! Through collaboration and reflection, staff strengthened the skills that support academic excellence and strong relationships.
Student success starts with adults who are willing to keep learning. When we grow, our students grow. All Roads Lead Forward, and today that road was paved with lifelong learning! #stjschools #tigerpride







A big congratulations to Zane Achterberg and Josh Carpenter on earning their 100th career wins on the mat. In wrestling, 100 wins is not just a number; it's a mark of consistency, toughness, and years of hard work paying off.
Help us celebrate this impressive milestone and the dedication it took to get there!
#activities #stjschools #tigerpride

Forget candy and roses! Students spent the week finding their next favorite book with Mrs. McCurdy. Students from every grade explored new titles to add to their to-read lists with Book “Speed Dating!” They judged covers, sampled first chapters, and even watched book trailers before deciding if it was a match.
Safe to say, there were plenty of new literary love stories started in the library! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride






Card swaps, sweet treats, and creative boxes, LWJE did Valentine’s Day right! Every classroom had its own style, but the theme was the same: friends, fun, and a little extra sparkle in the day. #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride










