Building Confidence Through Community! ❤️🐯🤍

Two of our Tigers joined students from across the region at Self Advocacy Day, hosted by Francis Howell School District. With guidance from adult mentors, they participated in escape rooms, crafts, and hands-on activities while practicing important self-advocacy skills, including managing hearing equipment, letting teachers know when microphones aren’t working, and requesting closed captioning.

A big thank you to Francis Howell for hosting this event and to our educators for making it possible. It was a meaningful day of learning, connection, and growth!

#communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride

1 day ago, St. James R-I School District
Person wearing a baseball cap, glasses, and a gray t-shirt sitting in a chair and holding a blue item.
Four adults stand in a room with hands raised, facing a screen. Wooden floors and brick columns.
Boy is baseball hat and gray shirt colors whole standing at a table.
People in a room, one girl sits on a table, others stand. The woman on the right wears a black blazer, the woman on the left wears a white jacket.
A person in a gray t-shirt sits at a table with a beverage bottle and cookies.
Girl in a purple dress colors standing at a table.
A young girl in a purple dress displays a circular medal. She stands in a room with wooden floors and chairs.
A group of people gathered in a room with a white wall, including a seated man with glasses and a woman standing.
Spring Creations in Tiger Cubs! 🌼🐯❤️

Ms. Kayla’s Tiger Cubs made nature bracelets using flowers, clovers, and leaves they found while exploring outdoors.

Along the way, they practiced observation, made thoughtful choices, strengthened fine motor skills, and shared their ideas with classmates.

A little fresh air and a lot of learning! #LearningThroughPlay #stjschools #tigerpride
2 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Group of children in outdoor field with bare trees, some wearing yellow bracelets, waving and smiling.
kids are picking flowers in a field
A child in a blue shirt and sneakers is crouched on grass, holding a yellow object.
Kids play in a field
Boy in gray shirt is showing a flower bracelet.
LWJE Math League Shines!🐯🟰🌟

LWJE students showed up and showed out at the Math League Competition at Rolla Middle School last month!

In the Target Round, Sebastian Crocker earned 2nd place, and Dawson Weinbaum finished 4th. The Sprint Round belonged to St. James, with our students sweeping places 1 through 5. Sebastian Crocker, Scott Frost, Ian Dong, Jayke Mathenia, and Will Soto led the way.

Sebastian Crocker, Ian Dong, Scott Frost, and Jayke Mathenia will represent St. James at the regional competition on March 28 at Ozarks Technical Community College.

Congratulations to our Tigers who competed and to Mrs. Schisler for her guidance! These students put their thinking to the test and made it count! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
3 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Five boys, all wearing blue shirts, stand against a white wall holding awards. They all have sneakers on.
Five children stand in a row near a door, holding awards. They wear casual clothes. One wears a pink jacket with a cartoon character.
Five children stand together, holding awards, with one in a silver shirt, three in blue, and one in maroon. They are positioned in front of a white wall with orange signs.
A group of children hold certificates and pose for a photo in a classroom with a white wall.
Chicks in the Classroom! ❤️🐯🤍

Mrs. Mulhall’s middle school agriculture students welcomed a new batch of baby chicks this week! From careful observation to hands-on care, students are learning in the most exciting way: by doing.

Nothing beats learning that you can see, touch, and experience firsthand! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
3 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A woman in a blue sweater holds a chick, lying on a red and white checkered tablecloth.
A boy in a red hoodie prepares food on a table with decorative lights on a white wall.
Four chicks rest in a wooden box filled with bedding. A white plastic tray with a light sits nearby.
Close-up of a plastic container holding six eggs. The eggs are light brown and appear to be fresh.
Several people sit around a table, examining items. One holds a potato in her hands.
A person in a black hoodie prepares food on a table. A plate with eggs is nearby.
Two young girls examine a small reptile on a table, one wearing a pink hoodie, the other a green long-sleeved shirt.
A girl holds a banana peel while another girl, with black hair, peers over her shoulder.
Writing Comes to Life at St. James High School! ☕🐯✍️

Creative Writing students stepped out to JB Coffee House to focus on setting and imagery, responding to a writing prompt about a stranger in a coffee shop. Back in class, they explored the five senses with mystery scents and jellybeans, building more vivid, detailed writing.

Turning everyday moments into strong storytelling! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
4 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Three people sit at a wooden table, each with a pen and paper, against a brick wall.
Person in a plaid shirt sitting at a table with papers and a pen, in a booth.
Four people are seated around a table in a room with brick walls, each writing on paper.
Two women sit at a small table in a coffee shop. One holds a pen and paper.
Two women seated at a wooden table. One writes on paper while the other observes. A brick wall with artwork in the background.
Three young people in black tops and jeans play chess on a table in a classroom.
Two individuals in a classroom are playing a board game. One is in a black shirt, the other in a blue jacket.
A person stands between two others, holding a chess set. They are in a classroom with checkered floors.
A red hexagonal shape with white speech bubbles displays the text "EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION" and "Portrait of a Graduate".
Learning That Leads the Way! ❤️🐯🤍

A group of Tiger staff took learning on the road to Sedalia for a Competency-Based Education (CBE) Conference, continuing their commitment to growing as educators.

Lifelong learning isn’t just for students. It’s something our teachers model every day! #TeacherTuesday #stjschools #tigerpride
5 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Five adults stand next to each other in front of a large blue cloud with balloons.
Spring Sensory Fun in Tiger Tots! 🌸🐯☀️

Tiger Tots jumped into spring sensory tubs to explore all the sights and textures of the season. Learning through play at its best! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
5 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Child in a purple tray filled with sand and blue yarn in a classroom.
A young child in a white t-shirt reaches into a tray filled with green grass and red and green objects.
Toddler in a classroom playing with flowers in a large orange tray with green containers.
A young girl sits in a chair at a table. She is smiling while touching multicolored items in a tray.
A young child in glasses sits in a chair and handles objects in a tray.
A young child wearing a blue shirt sits at a table, engaging with a sensory tray filled with colorful objects.
A child holds a spoon in a sensory bin filled with dry ingredients and fruit.

Booked for the Afternoon! ❤️🐯🤍

4th graders traded desks for sunshine, taking their reading outside to enjoy a little fresh air and a lot of great stories. This is what it looks like to grow curious minds and practice Critical Thinking, exploring ideas wherever they are. All Roads Lead Forward! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

5 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Several people sit on a concrete wall near a playground. A group of children sits on the ground.
Person lying on concrete barrier with red top, near metal wall, gravel, and picnic table.
Two young girls sit on concrete steps, holding books, with gravel ground and a green building behind them.
Four people seated at tables, one using a laptop, on a concrete walkway with brick walls.
A grassy area with several people sitting in front of a yellow school bus. In the background, buildings and trees are visible.
Students sit at picnic tables outside a brick building with a concrete pathway, some reading or resting.
Mission Monday: Kindergarten Service Learning! ❤️🐯🤍

Students in Mrs. Owen and Mrs. Karnes’s classes took their service learning project into the community last week, delivering non-perishable food items to the Blessing Box at Trinity Episcopal Church.

They proved something powerful: you are never too young to make a difference! Through caring relationships and a heart for others, our students are living out the mission and showing what it means to give back. #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride
6 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Group of children sitting on sidewalk, with two adults holding a box. Behind them, a building and trees.
Poster with "MISSION MONDAY" in large black letters. A red rectangle highlights "Caring Relationships, Academic Excellence, Community Partnerships." An arrow pointing right and an SFJ logo in red.
Spring Break is here, Tigers! ❤️🐯🤍

Sleep in, soak up some sun, play a little, relax a lot! We'll see you back on March 30th! #stjschools #tigerpride
9 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A white background features red floral patterns. "Happy Spring Break!" is written in bold red text. A shield logo with "SJ" in red is at the bottom.
Sidewalks, sunshine, and creativity in art class! A great way to head into spring break! ☀️🎨🌼
9 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A young person with brown hair wearing white clothes and purple chalk on her hands sitting on the ground.
A person in green and black cap draws a fish shape on the sidewalk with orange chalk.
A chalk drawing on the ground with a sun, waves, and the words "Happy Spring Break!"
A child with hands covered in green paint smiles at the camera. Behind the child are vehicles and a building.
A child crouches on concrete, drawing with chalk. A hand, partially visible, holds a container of chalk nearby.
Chalk drawing of a rabbit on a paved surface, with blue outlines and green ears, sitting on gray concrete.
Young girl with red hair, blue shirt, and brown paint on her hands stands on sidewalk.
Two chalk flowers, one pink and purple, the other blue and yellow, drawn on concrete.
A boy with dirt on his hands smiles and shows his palms. He wears a dark shirt with "CAMER" and "Nutrition Facts" printed on it.
A young girl with blonde hair sitting on a sidewalk, drawing with chalk. Behind her is a building with brick walls.
Turning Trash into Impact in Middle School STEM Club! ♻️🐯🤍

Creativity with a purpose. That is what our St. James Middle School STEM Club brought to this year’s No MOre Trash! competition.

Students spent hours designing and creating a one-of-a-kind trash can that promotes litter prevention and protecting natural beauty and wildlife. This project challenged them to think beyond the classroom and use their skills to make a real difference.

A big shoutout to these students for their hard work and to Mrs. Mulhall for leading the way and supporting this meaningful project! #MODOT #stjschools #tigerpride
10 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
3rd Grade Families Explore Learning Through Robotics! ❤️🐯🤖

Families got a hands-on look at learning in action at the 3rd Grade Robotics Parent Night! Students used robots to showcase the skills they’ve been building in the classroom, giving families a chance to see problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking come to life.

It was a fun and engaging night that highlighted just how powerful learning can be when students take the lead and share their thinking! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
10 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A child sits at a table, smiling, and holds a marker. In front is a maze puzzle with a small robot.
Group of children at a table in a library, sitting on chairs, engaged in an activity with blocks.
A child wearing glasses sits at a table, smiling, with building blocks and cards on the table.
Four girls in sweatshirts sit in a library with tablets on the floor, smiling at the camera.
Children gather around a table in a room with forest murals. Some sit while others stand, engaging in activities.
A girl in a red shirt sits at a table with a printed floor plan, smiling.
Three boys pose for a picture in a library. One wears a Missouri shirt, another a black shirt, and the third has his hands on the shoulders of the two in front.
Child seated at a table with a paper maze, smiling, and leaning on the table with their elbows.
Four children, three boys and one girl, work on Legos at a table. One child wears a pink hat.
Library aisles with wooden shelves filled with books. Children sit on the floor reading tablets. A boy sits in the aisle using a tablet.
Tiger Choirs Take the Stage at Midwest Music Festival! 🎵🐯🎤 St. James Choirs recently performed at the Midwest Music Festival at East Central College in Union. All high school choirs brought home Exemplary ratings and comments, and our middle school students performed beautifully alongside them! During Music in Our Schools Month, we celebrate the impact music education has on our students, from building confidence to creating opportunities to perform and grow. Shoutout to our Tigers and Director Mr. Felan for representing St. James so well! #MusicInOurSchools #stjschools #tigerpride
11 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of performers in formal attire stand on a stage with musical instruments in front of an audience.
A group of people in matching blue shirts stands on a stage, with some seated and others standing, facing the audience.
A large choir dressed in matching shirts stands on a stage, facing an audience, with a piano at the center.
A choir stands on stage with a piano, all wearing matching shirts. Behind them, a white curved wall and a dark background are visible.
A group of people in matching uniforms stand on a stage. A piano is in the center, with others facing the audience.
Charting the Course for Growth and Learning! ❤️🐯🤍

Tiger Cubs teachers recently attended the annual Conference on the Young Years, showing their commitment to doing the very best for our youngest learners. Mrs. Henderson and Mrs. Evers shared a presentation on how children build the muscles they need to become proficient writers.

Lifelong learning isn’t just for students; it’s a core part of how our teachers grow every day! #FutureFocused #stjschools #tigerpride
11 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of smiling adults in blue shirts and glasses sit in chairs, one holding a pen and a folder.
Two women wearing blue t-shirts stand next to each other, smiling. They have name tags and are in front of a screen with text.
Two women wearing blue t-shirts stand next to each other, smiling. They have name tags and are in front of a screen with text.
Two people in blue T-shirts stand at a podium in front of a projector screen displaying "Conversations on Prewriting and Writing".
Graphic with a hexagon shape shows an icon of a person walking with words "Future Focused" above.
High School Tigers Meet the Future of Business! ❤️🐯🤍

Our high school Tiger Express Apparel crew and Entrepreneurship students recently visited the Missouri State University College of Business. While touring the new Entrepreneurship Lab, a student-run business similar to our own, students explored academic and extracurricular opportunities available at the collegiate level.

Experiences like this help our students develop Future Focused skills, preparing them to make informed choices and take initiative as they move forward! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
11 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of people stands around a large bear statue in front of a large building.
A group of people in matching outfits stand in front of a building with glass walls.
A group of people in a room with shelves and desks, some holding items, others listening.
Office with white walls, gray floors. People gather around a desk, some using equipment, others watching. Desk holds monitors, bottles, and other objects.
A room with a whiteboard, blackboard, and a table. The table has folded clothes, various cards, and papers.
Nine people stand around a table in a classroom with whiteboards, a monitor, and shelves of materials.
A display board with five sections advertising management student organizations. Each section has a title and description.
People stand on a balcony with a grassy lawn below, a tower behind, and city buildings in the distance under a bright sky.
Red hexagon with a person walking forward, labeled "Future Focused" and "Portrait of a Graduate" on a red background with white dots.
🍀 Leprechaun Mischief in Kindergarten! 🌈

The leprechaun struck! Mrs. Karnes’ class made clever traps using their imagination and creativity, but the sneaky visitor got away, leaving behind a classroom full of giggles and a little bit of chaos! #StPatricksDay #stjschools
12 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A young girl sits on the floor next to a box with a rainbow. She is wearing a black shirt and a plaid skirt.
Kids in a classroom engaging in an art project. They are using cardboard boxes and paint.
A girl uses a paintbrush to apply purple paint to a cardboard box, standing in a classroom with a bulletin board and shelves in the background.
A child stands with a pink marbling project, wearing a green t-shirt, in a classroom setting.
A child in green paints a cardboard box with blue paint. Another child in green sits next to them.
A boy wearing a green shirt sits on the floor next to a box filled with toys.
Girl with ponytail seated on chair, pointing to blue painted box while another child stands behind.
A child with blond hair is standing at a table with hands covered in paint. Two cardboard boxes are on the table.
A child examines a cardboard box with painted surfaces, one side pink, the other green.
A classroom with overturned desks, chairs scattered, and a messy floor, with a white backdrop.

Middle School ROX Takes Learning to the Missouri State Capitol! ❤️🐯🏛️

Our middle school ROX students got a firsthand look at Engaged Citizenship in action! As part of their curriculum, girls learn from women in fields that are traditionally male-dominated. This year, Representative Tara J. Peters invited our students to the Missouri State Capitol to see government at work. The day included introductions on the House floor, a Capitol tour, a visit to the whisper room, and a climb to the top of the rotunda. Students also enjoyed pizza from Representative Peters and a sweet stop at Central Dairy on the way home.

It was a memorable day of learning, leadership, and seeing how government works up close! #EngagedCitizenship #stjschools #tigerpride

12 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of people in black shirts with pink text and numbers pose for a photo.
A group of young girls in black t-shirts with pink letters pose for a photo.
Four girls in matching black t-shirts with pink text pose for a photo in front of a mural.
People in black t-shirts stand in a library. A man in a blue shirt addresses them. Behind them, a bookshelf and an open doorway with lit sconces.
A woman sits on a chair in a room with a mural of a landscape. She is smiling.
Two girls in matching black T-shirts sit on a bench with a rope barrier. A mural behind them depicts a dining scene.
Red hexagon badge with white handshake icon, text "ENGAGED CITIZENSHIP", and "Portrait of a Graduate" on a dotted background.
Growing Future Educators! ❤️🐯🤍

St. James FTA, led by sponsor Mr. Overton, recently hosted an FTA Day for students from St. James, Owensville, Sullivan, Cuba, and St. Clair to learn more about the teaching profession as part of our Grow Your Own efforts.

Students heard from guest speaker Dr. Todd Whitaker, participated in an educator panel, and connected with colleges offering education programs during a career fair.

Thank you to everyone who made the day possible, including our own Mr. Sampson, as well as other area educators, Mrs. Reeves, Mrs. Galvin, and Mrs. Jones. All Roads Lead Forward! #communitypartnerships #FTA #stjschools
12 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Five people, three holding books, stand on a stage with a projector screen behind them.
A large room with red chairs and metal railings. A person is seated on the left, and a few people are seated in rows.
Auditorium with a man standing and speaking; seated audience on red chairs with bags and items on the floor.
An auditorium with red seats, a person sitting in front, and a screen with a presentation.
Person stands on stage with a microphone in an auditorium. An audience sits in red seats.
Man with a beard stands at a podium with a laptop. Microphone in front, black curtain in the background.
Auditorium with rows of red chairs and people seated. A screen displays "FTA DA". Some individuals at a table.

Middle School Students of the Month Show Courage! ❤️🐯🤍

Congratulations to the St. James Middle School Students of the Month for February! These students were recognized for demonstrating the character trait of Courage.

Courage can look different each day at school. Sometimes it means trying something new, speaking up for what is right, or pushing through a challenge when something feels difficult. These students show the determination and mental strength to face those moments with confidence.

By choosing Courage, our students are strengthening Social Integrity, an important part of our Portrait of a Graduate. When students act with courage, they help create a school community built on honesty, respect, and doing what is right. #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride

12 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Three people in a library, each holding a certificate. They are smiling and standing next to a bookshelf.
A hexagonal shape with a gray background displays an icon of a checkmark and shield, text reads "SOCIAL INTEGRITY".