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Lucy’s Stripes and Sweets is all about students learning by doing and spreading a little happiness along the way. LWJE staff place their sweet orders at the start of the week and on Friday students deliver them.
Under the guidance of Mr. Fricke, students manage orders, handle money, and make deliveries! This program touches all five core values of our Portrait of a Graduate: Effective Communication through taking and delivering orders, Engaged Citizenship by serving the school community, Critical Thinking in managing logistics, Future Focused by practicing leadership and accountability, and Social Integrity through kindness.
It's proof that real learning happens when students get hands-on, take responsibility, and make someone’s day a little sweeter! #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride










Mrs. Schisler and Mrs. Ortega’s fifth graders wrapped up their classroom economy by putting their savings to use during a class auction! Students earned paychecks for their jobs, paid rent, and learned how to manage their “money” throughout the project. When auction day arrived, they used those earnings to choose small prizes or spend meaningful time with a teacher or staff member, including reading to a younger class or playing a game.
It was a hands-on way to practice Engaged Citizenship by giving students real choices and opportunities to contribute to their school community! #PortraitofaGraduate #stjschools #tigerpride










Holiday Superlatives, Admin Edition! 🎄🧑🎄🥁
Our district administrative team paused during today’s planning meeting for some festive fun as peers voted on which holiday characters we most resemble. It turns out nothing brings out teamwork quite like discovering who is Santa, who channels Buddy the Elf, and who is as sweet as the Sugar Plum Fairy!
Even in fun moments like this, we’re practicing the same skills we hope our students grow every day, from Effective Communication to Critical Thinking! #PortraitofaGraduate #stjschools #tigerpride

Ms. Wisdom’s fifth graders brought some holiday cheer when they visited first graders in Ms. Perkins and Miss Halbert’s class to help with letters to Santa! The older students jumped right into their mentoring role, guiding ideas and cheering on their younger buddies.
It was a simple moment that showed Effective Communication growing in both grades as they worked together! #stjschools #tigerpride











At Lucy Wortham James Elementary, students focused on PERSEVERANCE as the Word of the Month, learning what it means to keep going, even when things get tough.
Each month, classrooms take on challenges that help students put the Word of the Month into practice. At the end of the month, teachers select a student who has truly shown the word in action. These students are celebrated as "Students of the Month!"
Congratulations to LWJE November Students of the Month! #perseverance #tigerpride #stjschools







Today, Mrs. Garr and Mrs. Moreland’s classes went outside to catch snowflakes and they were picture-perfect! #stjschools #tigerpride









As we wrap up this season of gratitude, we’re celebrating the amazing contributions of our staff. This year, we sent 200 Thankful Thursday messages to recognize all the dedication and hard work our team shows every day! Here’s a look at just a few of the shoutouts shared today.
We can’t wait for more chances to honor our incredible staff in the year ahead! ❤️🐯🤍
#ThankfulThursday #stjschools #tigerpride










This season is a wonderful reminder of how thankful we are for our incredible community. Wishing you a holiday full of love, laughter, and special moments with those you cherish!











Thanksgiving break began with a wonderful act of service! LWJE Student Council students packed 68 food bags for counselors to deliver across the district, showing the heart of our Tiger community. This is a great example of Engaged Citizenship in our Portrait of a Graduate, as students learn the importance of serving and supporting others. #EngagedCitizenship #stjschools #tigerpride


St. James Teacher Featured in National Education Publication! ❤️🐯🤍
We’re so proud of our very own Thomas MacCash, kindergarten teacher at Lucy Wortham James Elementary, who was featured in The Hechinger Report! In his article, he shares how working with a literacy coach helped him grow as a teacher and led to dramatic reading gains in his classroom.
Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4olhEfZ

Join us for a peek into the daily adventures of our St. James Tigers! This series features students like Fisher Ertl, a 4th grader at Lucy Wortham James Elementary School, sharing his experiences firsthand. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE: https://bit.ly/DayintheLifeErtl
Follow Fisher as he navigates through his school day! Get ready to dive into the heart of student life at LWJE!

High school Agriculture students visited the middle school Ag classes and spent time talking, answering questions, and encouraging younger learners who are beginning their own Ag journey!
This mentoring moment showed how older students can help build confidence, ease transitions, and create a sense of belonging through genuine connection. It is a clear example of how caring relationships empower students and strengthen our learning community! #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride










Today, we recognize our final Platinum Sponsor!
💎 The Maries County Bank 💎
Your generosity fuels our Gifts for Kids Project, ensuring every student feels supported and celebrated this season!
#PlatinumSponsor #TigerTrot #GiftsForKidsFund #stjschools

We are proud to highlight another one of our Platinum Sponsors.
💎 GRP Wegman 💎
Your support strengthens our Gifts for Kids Project and helps brighten the season for students throughout our district. Thank you for investing in our Tigers and our community!
#PlatinumSponsor #TigerTrot #GiftsForKidsFund #stjschools

We’re keeping the momentum going with a spotlight on our high school Winter Sports athletes! We will continue to share snapshots that celebrate the many activities, sports, and clubs our students take part in!
We may not catch every group at once, but we work hard to make sure our Tigers are recognized throughout the school year! Stay tuned!








Scrubbed In for Learning! 🥼🐯🩻
Mrs. Engelbrecht’s third-grade classes scrubbed in for a unit review that transformed the room into a bustling ER! Students moved from one “operation room" to the next, solving challenges with the focus of a surgical team and the excitement that comes with hands-on learning! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride










