Tiger Highlight: National Honor Society Induction at High School! ❤️🐯🤍
This week, nearly 40 new students were inducted into an already outstanding group of student leaders in the National Honor Society. These students were recognized for their commitment to the NHS pillars of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character—values that continue to shape their journey as future leaders.
During the ceremony, senior students had the special opportunity to honor their Most Influential Teacher, expressing gratitude for the educators who have played a pivotal role in their success. Congratulations to the new inductees for joining this distinguished group, and thank you to the teachers who inspire excellence every day! #NationalHonorSociety #stjschools #tigerpride
Tiger Highlight: A Night of Creativity and Community at High School Art Show! 🎨🐯🎷
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the High School Art Show this week! The community turned out in full force to celebrate our students' incredible talents. Guests enjoyed delicious samples from Firehouse Coffeeshop, and the evening was made even more special with jazz music performed by our very own Tigers. It was a wonderful night showcasing the importance of arts in education and the amazing talent of our students! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride
Tiger Highlight: Kindergarten Egg-stravaganza! 🥚❤️🐰
Kindergarten students had a blast during their Annual Easter Egg Hunt today—a beloved tradition that brings BIG smiles and even BIGGER egg hauls! Nearly 3,000 eggs were donated to help make the day extra special. Thank you to parents for your support and the kindergarten team for making it happen!
Today was a GREAT day to be a Tiger! #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride
Tiger Highlight: FBLA at State Leadership Conference! ❤️🐯🤍
St. James FBLA chapter recently competed at the State Leadership Conference, with 17 Tigers representing St. James in 14 different competitive events! We’re so proud of the hard work and professionalism these students brought to the state stage. What an amazing experience!
Huge thanks to Mrs. Lorts for leading the way and supporting our Tigers. Way to represent, FBLA! #FutureLeaders #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: Order of Operations Gets the Star Treatment! 🩺🐯🥼
Fifth graders recently brought some star power to math class as they tackled the order of operations. In this fun and interactive lesson, students rotated through stations to perform “operations” on various famous public figures.
The activity gave students a chance to practice math skills in a hands-on way, all while boosting engagement and teamwork. It’s one more example of how GREAT things happen here—when learning meets creativity, the results add up! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
CHALK THE WALK is coming! Help us send our students into MAP & EOC testing with confidence! 🖍️🐯🤍
Join us on Sunday, April 27th, from 4–6 PM to decorate the sidewalks outside our school buildings with positive messages, fun doodles, and Tiger Pride. Let’s fill the walkways with support and show our students that the Tiger community is cheering them on! #ChalkTheWalk #StateTesting #stjschools
We’re wrapping up our Heart of a Tiger series this Spring, celebrating educators who show the true spirit of St. James!
🌟 Episode 3: Meet Josh Adams, Math Teacher at St. James High School—always ready to support, encourage, and make a difference! WATCH THE VIDEO HERE: https://bit.ly/4jdiVDZ 🌟
From leading NHS to coaching both in the district and around the community, Josh shows up with heart, purpose, and a whole lot of Tiger pride. He’s the kind of teacher and mentor who makes a lasting impact—one student, one team, and one act of service at a time. Catch his story in the final Heart of a Tiger episode this spring!
Learning Highlight: Lessons in Critical Thinking! 📚🐯💡
High school history students, guided by Mrs. Harlan in the library, explored WWII propaganda to understand how it influenced public opinion. Through thoughtful analysis, they strengthened their critical thinking and media literacy—learning to question sources, recognize persuasive techniques, and connect historical strategies to modern-day messaging. #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
STATE BOUND: St. James FFA Students Compete at Districts! ❤️🐯🤍
Congratulations to everyone who represented St. James FFA at the South Central District competition! We’re proud of your hard work and dedication.
The following Tigers are headed to STATE later this month:
⭐ Ag Sales Team – District Champions! (Abby F., Dakota S., Josh C., & Xavier S.)
⭐ Ariana G. – Division 1 Prepared Public Speaking (2nd Place)
⭐ Kate S. – Division 2 Prepared Public Speaking (2nd Place)
Good luck, Tigers! #STATEBOUND #FFA #stjschools
Learning Highlight: From the Classroom to the Capitol! 🏛️📚🌟
Last week, 3rd-grade students hit the road for an unforgettable trip to the Missouri State Capitol! The group toured the Capitol building, walked the Bicentennial Bridge, and discovered Adrian’s Island—all while connecting what they’ve been learning in the classroom to real-life history.
As part of their unit on Famous Missourians, students are studying influential people who helped shape our state. This visit brought those lessons to life, and students saw the history they've been reading about up close. Thank you to Representative Tara J. Peters for providing lunch, families for joining us, and our incredible teachers for making it all happen!
GREAT things happen here—especially when families and learning come together! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
REMINDER: There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, April 18, 2025. Every day is a GREAT day to be a Tiger! ❤️🐯🤍
Mission Monday: Growing Our Own! 🌱🐯❤️
Last week, interested students and district paraprofessionals were invited to take part in our Future Teachers of America (FTA) & Grow Your Own Day, a special event designed to inspire the next generation of educators.
Participants explored the teaching profession through hands-on workshops, a vision board session, and a Teacher Q&A Panel featuring current and retired educators. The day also included networking with college representatives and a celebratory College Signing Ceremony to honor students taking their next step toward teaching.
This event was made possible through the Grow Your Own grant, and we’re grateful to Sponsor Ms. Katie Shultz, along with our district staff, presenters, and community partners who helped bring it to life.
When students are surrounded by support and opportunity, they begin to see what’s possible—and that’s when GREAT things happen. #MissionMonday #stjschools #tigerpride
Check out our Tiger Weekly Highlights! #activities #tigerpride #stjschools
For more information on Tiger Events: https://www.stjschools.org/page/athletics-and-activities
Tiger Highlight: Strength, Spirit, and Support! ❤️🐯🤍
Our student-athletes gave it their all and made us proud today! Great job, Tigers! A big thank you to our staff, student-volunteers, and community partners for showing up, cheering loud, and supporting our Tigers every step of the way. #SpecialOlympics #stjschools #tigerpride
Tiger Highlight: MAP Testing? Donut Worry, You’ve Got This! ❤️🐯🍩
LWJE Student Council is sprinkling some encouragement around the halls! With MAP testing just around the corner, they’re reminding everyone: Donut stress, take your time, and do your best on the test! They decorated colorful donuts filled with test-taking tips to help students feel confident and prepared.
GREAT things happen when Tigers support each other! #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride
⚡The Quest Begins—Don't Miss The Lightning Thief!⚡
StJ Tiger Drama students from all three buildings are bringing magic to the stage in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical! St. James Middle School students and 2nd–5th graders from Lucy Wortham James Elementary got a VIP preview of the adventure. Now it’s your turn to visit Camp Half-Blood!
⚡ April 10 & 11 at 7 PM
⚡ April 12 at 2 PM
Come support these incredible students and see why GREAT things happen here—especially under the stage lights!
#ArtsInEducation #STJTigerDrama #stjschools
Tiger Highlight: Spelling Bee Success at LWJE! ❤️🐝🤍
Last week, Lucy Wortham James Elementary hosted the finals of the All-School Spelling Bee! The bleachers were full, the competition was friendly, and our finalists from grades 1–5 impressed everyone with their hard work and academic skills.
Congratulations to the first-place winners:
🐝1st Grade: Riley D.
🐝2nd Grade: Lochlin B.
🐝3rd Grade: Kooper L.
🐝4th Grade: Sebastian C.
🐝5th Grade: Jordyn W.
Huge thanks to our staff for organizing such a great event, to our families for their support, and to Phelps County Bank and Maries County Bank for their generous sponsorship. We’re so proud of our student spellers! ❤️🐯🤍
Learning Highlight: Extra! Extra! Learning Through Fashion and History! 📰🐯👗
Middle school students in Mrs. Watson's history class recently took part in an exciting team-building activity focused on material culture, exploring how clothing reflects different societies. Teams selected from seven historical eras and used newspaper to design and create outfits inspired by those times! This hands-on learning experience sparked creativity while deepening their understanding of history. Check out a few of the pieces! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Tiger Highlight: Supporting the Library Book Sale! 📚🐯💪
A group of our wrestlers recently teamed up with the Friends of the Library to help move boxes for the Annual Book Sale at the James Memorial Public Library, happening now through Saturday! By supporting literacy and building strong community partnerships, our students gain a sense of pride and purpose in making a positive impact. Be sure to stop by the book sale and support our local library! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride
Learning Highlight: Expect the Unexpected in 5th Grade Science! 🔎🐯🔬
5th-grade scientists explored chemical reactions in a hands-on experiment using hydrogen peroxide and yeast. First, they measured the starting temperature of the hydrogen peroxide. Then, they added yeast, stirred the mixture, and measured the temperature again to see what had changed. Students made predictions, observed reactions, and repeated the process three times to compare results.
A GREAT way to bring science to life! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigepride
