Check out our Tiger Weekly Highlights! ❤️🐯🤍

Spring is in full swing, and so are our Tiger activities! We’re excited to keep the momentum going by sharing snapshots from across our programs.

We may not capture every group all at once, but we’re committed to recognizing our Tigers throughout the season. Stay tuned!
about 15 hours ago, St. James R-I School District
Three individuals seated at a table, one holding a pen, with a red and white backdrop displaying a school emblem.
A group of students wearing white shirts and shorts poses for a photo in an indoor sports venue.
A sports team in matching uniforms, seated and standing on a red bleachers with white stripes.
A group of teenage boys in red shirts and black pants pose on red bleachers, with two men in gray shirts.
Baseball team in red and black uniforms, hats, and equipment gather for a discussion on a field with green grass and trees.
A group of female volleyball players in red uniforms, gathered for a huddle with coaches on a court.
Boy in red shirt swings golf club.
A young man in a baseball uniform holds a bat, smiling. Behind him is a wall and a grassy area.
A volleyball player in red with number 22 jumps to hit the ball over the net. Another player stands ready.
A golfer in a red shirt and black cap walks with a golf bag on a grassy slope, trees in the background.
Egg-citement Was in the Air at LWJE! 🐰❤️🧺

The Kindergarten Easter Egg Hunt is a cherished yearly tradition in our district! Thanks to the generosity of our community, 2,400 eggs filled the hunt. Ms. Wisdom’s 5th-grade class helped hide them, turning the playground into a colorful adventure where some of our youngest Tigers practiced counting and colors while having a blast!

#communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride
about 18 hours ago, St. James R-I School District
A girl with bunny ears smiling and standing in a park with a fence and trees.
Two children run in an outdoor park, holding bags, with a grassy area, fence, and building in the background.
Girl holding a box of colorful eggs in a playground with yellow structures and houses in the background.
Person in sunglasses and a blue shirt holding a megaphone and card that says Happy Easter.
A girl in pink pants and sneakers is walking on a playground with colorful eggs on the ground.
A boy bends over, picking up small orange balls from the ground at a playground. Other children and adults are in the background.
Two young women in a playground. One holds a bag of Easter eggs. Several eggs are scattered around.
A boy in a black shirt and blue shorts playing with colorful balls on the ground.
A group of children in a playground, some holding Easter baskets, while adults look on.
Children in dresses and shirts run on a gravel area, one carrying a brown bag. Trees and a fence in the background.
Celebrating Lucy Wortham James Elementary’s Students of the Month! 🐾📚🌟

LWJE is proud to recognize the March Students of the Month! This month’s focus was SELF-CONTROL.

Throughout March, students across all grade levels practiced self-control in their classrooms and beyond. It showed up in the way they managed their emotions, made thoughtful choices, and stayed focused on their learning each day. At the end of the month, teachers selected one student from each classroom who truly modeled this important trait.

👏 Join us in celebrating our LWJE Students of the Month for March. We are proud of you! 👏
about 20 hours ago, St. James R-I School District
Three children stand together, each holding a certificate. One holds it in both hands.
Six children hold certificates in a classroom. Behind them is a framed bulletin board with writing and a red border.
Six children hold certificates and pose for a photo in a room with red flooring.
Five children stand together holding certificates, wearing casual clothes. Their shoes and skirts vary in color.
Seven children stand in a row, holding certificates with red patterns. They are in a room with red flooring.
Six children in a school corridor with certificates, standing in a line, and smiling.
Three young boys stand together, each holding a certificate. They wear casual summer clothes and sneakers.
DECA Takes on State in Kansas City! ❤️🐯🤍

St. James High School DECA students, along with sponsor Mrs. Hance, spent part of their Spring Break in Kansas City at the State Career Development Conference! They competed in finance, marketing, and project management events.

Through presentations, problem solving, and real-world scenarios, they demonstrated what it means to be Future Focused, applying their learning in meaningful ways beyond the classroom.

Great job representing our district with excellence and professionalism! #DECA #stjschools #tigerpride
about 23 hours ago, St. James R-I School District
Seven people stand in front of a blue backdrop with the words "DECA" and "Career Development Conference".
Two people in suits, one holding a colorful ball and a poster, stand next to each other in a conference room.
Seven individuals stand together under a sign that reads "CITY MARKET" in white letters. They wear matching blue shirts.
Two individuals in formal wear pose in front of a blue backdrop displaying white text.
Group of young people smiling and standing next to each other in front of a blue wall.
A woman in a black suit holds a trophy in front of a blue diamond-patterned wall.
Graphic with a person walking, text "Future Focused", and title "Portrait of a Graduate" on red background with white hexagon and dots.
Behind the Mystery: A Teacher’s Journey! 🐯📚✍️

High school students had the chance to explore the world of writing with English teacher Steve Betts, a published author. He shared how he crafts stories, finds inspiration, and turns ideas into characters and plots that keep readers guessing. Students also got an inside look at the publishing process, the dedication it takes to bring a book to life, and even a sneak peek at Mr. Betts' upcoming book!

Seeing a teacher live their passion reminds students that creativity and curiosity don’t stop at the classroom door!

#AllRoadsLeadForward #stjschools #tigerpride
1 day ago, St. James R-I School District
A man holds a book in a library. He smiles, and shelves filled with books are behind him.
A room with tables and chairs has people seated. The tables have books and items on them. The floor is carpeted.
Teacher stands in front of presentation board with students at tables.
Students seated around tables inside a room with a paw print on the wall. Some students wear glasses.
Man standing in front of a screen, showing a presentation. Two women in front, one in red and one in black.
Man wearing glasses and a dark blue shirt giving a presentation in front of a table in a bookstore.

STATE BOUND: Red Regiment Band Members Headed to State! 🐯❤️

Our Red Regiment Tigers had an incredible showing at the MSHSAA District Solo & Small Ensemble Contest over Spring Break! From piano to solo and ensemble events, 9 students representing 9 different events have qualified to compete at State in May.

Exemplary/Gold Ratings:
🎵 Anastasiia D. – Piano Solo
🎵 Keiran G. – Multi-Percussion Solo, Constructive Interference
🎵 Gabriel A. – Timpani Solo, NewTimp / Seven Solo Dances
🎵 Gavin M. – Trombone Solo, Concerto in F Minor
🎵 Caden E. – Trumpet Solo, Gaelic Suite
🎵 Cat M. – Flute Solo, Sonatina
🎵 Sydney H. – Flute Solo, Andante Pastoral
🎵 Flute Trio – Cat M., Sydney H., David M., Menuetto
🎵 Flute Quartet – Cat M., Sydney H., David M., Jaden K., The French Clock

We can’t wait to see our students represent St. James on the state stage. Congratulations, Tigers!

#ArtsInEducation #stjschools #tigerpride

2 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Person sitting at a black grand piano with an open cover in a music room.
A person plays a drum set and other instruments on a stage with a plain backdrop.
Four people stand in a row, playing flutes in a room with a piano, whiteboards, and ceiling lights.
A person plays a flute while standing next to a music stand in a classroom. Another person plays piano.
A person plays a set of timpani on a stage, with a music stand in front and other percussion instruments in the background.
Three individuals in formal attire, one playing the flute and the other two playing clarinets, in a room with a piano and whiteboard.
A person in black plays a trumpet in a classroom. A piano is behind them, with a woman seated in front.
A woman stands in a classroom, playing a flute on a music stand in front of a whiteboard.
A man stands in a classroom playing a trombone in front of a whiteboard and chairs.
Bee Ready, Tigers! 🐝🐯❤️

LWJE Tigers are buzzing with excitement for tonight's All-School Spelling Bee! A huge thanks to Art Club for adding some extra tiger spirit!

#academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
2 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Five children are smiling in front of a colorful banner with the words "LWJE Spelling Bee"
St. James Tiger Headed to Missouri Agribusiness Academy! ❤️🐯🤍

We are thrilled to share that Seble Stutzman from St. James has been selected as one of just 30 high school sophomores across Missouri to participate in the 2026 Missouri Agribusiness Academy!

Seble will spend a week in June in St. Louis exploring careers in agriculture, building leadership skills, and learning more about farming, ranching, and food production. Congratulations, Seble! We are so proud to see you representing the Tiger community! #FFA #stjschools #tigerpride
3 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Person with long braided hair stands in front of red barn, smiling, wearing blue jacket and blue tie.
Future Focused: Exploring the Arts at St. James R-1! 🎵🐯❤️

Today, 5th graders got a closer look at the music options waiting for them at the middle school! Mr. Payne and Mr. Felan, along with high school band and choir students, walked them through the different options, explained how each program works, and shared what to expect next year.

Then it was time to jump in! Students had the chance to try out instruments and even audition for choir, turning questions into real experiences. Opportunities like this help students start thinking ahead and make confident choices about their future. That is what being Future Focused is all about!
#ArtsInEducation #stjschools #tigerpride
3 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Four young musicians are playing saxophones, each holding one in both hands. They stand in front of music stands.
A group of people inside a gym with red walls. Two men stand front and center, while others stand at the back.
Four individuals in black and blue shirts stand in a gymnasium, facing forward, with a basketball hoop in the background.
Many young people sit in red bleachers in a large room. They face the front, where a presentation is likely taking place.
Two women in red shirts hold brass instruments in an indoor space with a red wall.
A group of students sits on bleachers; some look engaged while others seem distracted.
Three people in black shirts, one with red hair, stand in a gym with red and white walls.
A group of students plays musical instruments in a gym. A girl plays a flute.
A group of people in matching black shirts and sneakers are inside a gym, possibly practicing an activity.
A group of people wearing shirts in various colors, playing drums and xylophones in a gym.
Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! ❤️🐯🤍

Paraprofessionals make a difference in ways that often go unseen, but never unfelt.

They step in wherever they are needed, support students with patience and care, and help keep our classrooms moving forward each day. From small moments to big breakthroughs, their impact is constant.

Today, we recognize and appreciate the role they play in creating a strong, supportive environment for our students and staff! Thank you for all you do!
3 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Collage of staff and students in a classroom setting. Central logo: "SJ". Text reads "PARAPROFESSIONAL APPRECIATION DAY!".
3rd Grade Science Takes Flight! 🦋🐯☀️

Today, 3rd-grade Tigers released butterflies they’ve been observing and caring for in the classroom! From tiny caterpillars to fully formed butterflies, students explored each stage of the life cycle up close while asking questions and making connections. Hands-on learning gives students the chance to practice Critical Thinking as they explore the world around them.

#academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
4 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of children and adults gather around a flower bed in front of a brick building.
A woman and several children examine a bug trap while standing near a garden. A building with glass doors is behind them.
A woman holds a net with a butterfly design in front of a house. A child watches.
A butterfly with brown, orange, and black wings, white spots, and a black-dotted antenna perched on a large green leaf.
Five children stand together outside, with one holding a stuffed animal. Brick wall in background.
A group of children and adults outside a building, some holding signs with text. A woman holds a sign and speaks to a child.
Four children stand on a grassy lawn, one wearing glasses, another with a video game T-shirt.
A woman shows a butterfly to a child with a butterfly net in front of a house.
Two kids, one in a green shirt and the other in red, sit on a concrete edge. They face each other and smile in a garden with flowers and grass.
A group of children and an adult are gathered around a raised garden area, observing a butterfly.
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 Cason Smith, a 7th grader at St. James Middle School, sharing his experiences firsthand.

Follow Cason as he navigates through his school day! Get ready to dive into the heart of student life at St. James Middle School!

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE: https://canva.link/adayinthelifecs
4 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A smiling boy wearing a pink polo stands in front of a gray background. "A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A TIGER" is displayed in large letters.
Congratulations to our March Leading the Tiger Way winners! ❤️🐯🤍

Lucy Wortham James Elementary: Amy Colvin and Kristina Tucker
St. James Middle School: Dustin Felan and Carrie Carroll
St. James R-1 High School: Becky Wantland and Matt Laney

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
4 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Woman holding certificate in front of whiteboard, wearing black shirt, red skirt, and watch.
Man in a blue hoodie holds a certificate with a tiger graphic. Behind him is a wall with a banner and a framed picture.
A woman holds a certificate in her hands while standing in an office. Behind her are shelves filled with items.
A person wearing a black shirt and gloves holds a certificate. The background shows a door, a window, and a sink.
Man holding a certificate with red and black design, smiling. He wears a blue-and-white striped polo.
Woman in a blue shirt holding a certificate with a red ribbon and logo.
Mission Monday: Mentoring with Social Integrity! ❤️🐯🤍

Mrs. Mulhall's Teen Leadership class put Social Integrity into action by creating presentations about honesty, responsibility, fairness, and caring for others. They shared their lessons with younger Tigers at Lucy Wortham James Elementary, mentoring the next generation while reinforcing these values in themselves.

Thank you to the staff and administrators at both buildings for making this learning experience possible! #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride
5 days ago, St. James R-I School District
In a classroom, children are seated at tables with laptops. A teacher stands in front of a projector screen reading "Blooket!"
Several children sit on the floor in front of a teacher. A projector screen is visible in the background.
A group of people seated around a table, with some standing nearby, in a brightly lit cafeteria area with white walls and a glass door.
A classroom with tables, chairs, and a large screen. Some children are seated on the floor while others stand.
A teacher helps children at a table in a classroom with laptops. A bulletin board is in the background.
Children seated on a colorful carpet, engaging in coloring activities with a box of crayons and a table with papers.
A classroom with students at tables and a projector screen. Some students are standing near the screen, others seated.
Classroom with students seated at desks. Some students are standing and others are raising their hands.
Children at a desk with holes and electronic devices, with shelves and storage in the background.
Kids and adults are seated at tables. They are working on art projects. The tables are white.

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

8 days 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
8 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
9 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
9 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
10 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
11 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Five adults stand next to each other in front of a large blue cloud with balloons.