Tiger Highlight: Middle Schoolers Making a Difference! ❤️🐯🤍
Mr. Siders' advisory class at St. James Middle School is putting their 3D printer to good use, creating earrings, Stanley toppers, charms, and bracelets. Proceeds from their sales will go toward buying Christmas gifts for families in need this holiday season.
To support, email nsiders@stjschools.org or stop by a home game to purchase their creations. Together, we're making a difference! #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: 5th Graders Sew Up Some Pumpkin Fun! 🧵🐯🎃
Kicking off October with some fall fun at Lucy Wortham James Elementary! Our 5th graders have been busy in art, learning the basics of stitching to create their very own pumpkins. It's the perfect way to celebrate the season and sharpen those creative skills!
Who else is ready for all things Fall? #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Grow Your Own: Future Educators in Action!🎓🐯✨
On September 30th, students took part in the annual Future Teachers Workshop at Missouri S&T. Through engaging sessions in STEM, college planning, and personal growth, they gained valuable insights into becoming future educators.
This experience is a key part of our Grow Your Own initiative, made possible through our strong partnership with Missouri S&T and the Missouri S&T Education Department. Thank you for supporting our future educators! #GrowYourOwn #communityparternships #stjschools
🌟 GREAT Things Are Happening at LWJE! 🌟
The LWJE Student Council, made up of 4th and 5th-grade students, is working hard to improve our school and community! From leading paper recycling efforts to maintaining our "I Love Lucy" libraries, they’re making a big difference. They’re also planning ways to show appreciation for our school staff and local community groups. We’re excited to watch these young leaders grow and positively impact those around them! #GreatThingsHappenHere #stjschools #tigerpride
🌟 National Custodial Workers Day! 🌟
Today, we’re celebrating our incredible custodial team! Their hard work keeps our schools safe, clean, and welcoming for students and staff. Join us in thanking them for all they do to support our district! #CustodialWorkersDay #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: Johnny Appleseed Fun! 🍎🐯🍏
Our youngest Tigers celebrated Johnny Appleseed Day with a fun math and reasoning activity, followed by enjoying some tasty apples. What a delicious way to learn! #AcademicExcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: Stitching Creativity! ✂️🐯🧵
Fashion Design students at St. James High School are mastering the sewing machine, practicing stitches, and measuring patterns. Up next: crafting iPad cases from their very own designs. From rulers to sewing skills, they’re creating something useful and unique! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Congratulations to our September Leading the Tiger Way winners! ❤️🐯🤍
LWJE: Tory Witt and Kylee Halbert
Middle School: Maggie Martens and Beth McWhorter
High School: Travis Sampson and Ronna Breeding
The "Leading the Tiger Way" teacher and staff of the month program is designed to spotlight one teacher and one classified staff from each building every month. We want to recognize our most dedicated and talented employees. This program allows each staff member an opportunity to nominate a peer who exemplifies the character and professional traits we strive for as a District. #leadingthetigerway #stjschools #tigerpride
🎯 Mission Monday: Celebrating Student Leaders! 🎯
At St. James Middle School, they’re all about recognizing students who step up as leaders! Each time a student earns a positive office referral for demonstrating great leadership, they get a chance to play Tic Tac Toe or Connect 4—with the big winners receiving a special treat! This program is a great way to build relationships and reinforce positive behaviors that strengthen our school community. It’s just one of the ways we’re empowering students every day! #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigepride
Check out our Tiger Weekly Highlights! #activities #tigerpride #stjschools
For more information on Tiger Events: https://www.stjschools.org/page/athletics-and-activities
📚🏃♀️💖 Read, Run, Serve! 💖🏃♂️📚
The Read, Run, Serve! club at LWJE aims to grow a love for reading, promote healthy habits through exercise, and encourage community service for second-grade students!
This week, their service project involved filling up the blessing boxes in town. It’s a wonderful way for our young Tigers to give back while having fun! #ReadRunServe #stjschools #tigerpride
Tiger Highlight: Celebrating Lucy Wortham James Elementary's Students of the Month! 🐾📚🌟
LWJE’s Student of the Month program is back in action! Each month, they spotlight students who go above and beyond showing important values and character traits. For September, the focus was on EMPATHY.
Throughout the month, students across all grade levels will participate in classroom challenges that encourage them to embody the "Word of the Month" in their daily lives. At the end of the month, each teacher will select a student who has truly embraced the spirit of the word. These students will be recognized as the "Students of the Month!”
👏 Let's give a big round of applause to our LWJE Students of the Month for September! 👏
Celebrating the Musical Excellence of St. James R-1 Students! 🎵🐯❤️
We are excited to introduce you to the students who have earned their places in the District Concert Choir and District Honor Choir!
🌟 District Concert Choir 🌟
Sopranos: Kayla Powell, Acie Prawitz
Altos: Brody Branum, Madison Bobbitt, Abby Carroll, Machynzie Gutierrez, Amira Kemper, Alissa Tolie
Tenors: Tanner Pearson, Skylar Mabrey
Basses: Hunter Birdsong
🌟 District Honor Choir 🌟
Sopranos: Addalye Felan, Elizabeth Hoak, Layla Felan
Altos: Nayana Fowler, Addy Ditmeyer
Tenors: Johnny Perkins (not pictured), Carlin Sybert, Jayce Mathenia, Josh Rinehart
Basses: Logan Crocker, Johnathan Lackey
Join us in celebrating our Tigers and their musical achievements! #academicexcellence #ArtsInEducation #stjschools
Crafting a Supportive Community! 🧶✨
Yarn Club at Lucy Wortham James Elementary is thriving, thanks to generous donations from our amazing community! A BIG Tiger thank you to Teresa Garr, Uniquely Yours, and Ronna Ament for your support. Your contributions are helping our students create and connect through the art of crochet! 🧵💫 #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride
Banned Books Breakout with Mrs. Harlan! 📚🐯❤️
It’s Banned Books Week, an annual event that highlights the value of free and open access to information. English I students at St. James R-1 High School took part in a breakout activity with Mrs. Harlan, exploring the history and reasons behind challenged books, while discussing how critical thinking and open dialogue empower them to be stewards of knowledge and understanding. GREAT Things Happen Here every day! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
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 Cameron Kettner, an 8th grader at St. James Middle School, sharing their school-day experiences firsthand.
Follow Cameron as he navigates through his school day, offering insights, challenges, and triumphs along the way. Get ready to dive into the heart of student life at our middle school!
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Learning Highlight: Vertical Learning in Action! ❤️🐯📚
Amazing learning experiences are taking place at St. James Middle School! In Mrs. Stack's class, students dove into vertical learning, where they team up, share ideas, and receive real-time feedback to elevate engagement and success. #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: Writing Café Success! ☕️🍪📚
Mrs. Moreland's 4th graders have been hard at work crafting their personal narratives, and last Friday, they wrapped up the unit in style by hosting a Writing Café! With hot chocolate, cookies, and a cozy coffee shop atmosphere, our young writers celebrated their hard-earned success. #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
GREAT Things Happen Here: Learning, Play, and Adventure in Our Community!
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Last week, Mrs. Brimer’s class went on an exciting field trip! The day began at the James Memorial Public Library, where students enjoyed a special storytime. Afterward, they headed to St. James Park for a picnic lunch and some fun on the new playground! The adventure wrapped up with a color scavenger hunt, making for a day full of learning, laughter, and outdoor fun! #GreatThingsHappenHere #stjschools #tigerpride
Mission Monday: Partnerships That Power Student Success! 🐯💪❤️
A huge thank you to the National Guard and SFC Brian Beard for the generous gift of a brand new record board in our high school weight room. This is just the beginning—more exciting projects are on the way, and we’re grateful for their ongoing partnership.
At St. James, we believe in building strong community partnerships that lift our students to new heights. Together, we’re empowering students to achieve greatness—one relationship at a time. #MissionMonday #stjschools #tigerpride
