LWJE Beta Students Qualify for National Convention! ❤️🐯🤍
Lucy Wortham James Elementary Beta students had an outstanding showing at the Missouri Beta State Convention. A total of 40 students competed at the state level, with 21 students placing in the top 5 across 15 different categories.
Many of the top finishers have qualified to compete at the National Beta Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, this summer:
• 4th Grade Health and Physical Education – 1st Place: Kooper Lorts
• 4th Grade Math – 5th Place: Beatrice Keyes
• 4th Grade Spelling – 1st Place: Emmalynn Davis
• 5th Grade Health and Physical Education – 1st Place: Laci Livengood
• 5th Grade Science – 1st Place: Thatcher Rivers
• 5th Grade Social Studies – 1st Place: Truett Bahr
• Poetry – 1st Place: Keegan Graham
• Color Photography – 2nd Place: Beatrice Keyes
• Painting – 3rd Place: Keegan Graham
• Pottery – 3rd Place: Lydia Moreland
• Quilling – 2nd Place: Fischer Rapp
• Engineering – 1st Place: Grayson Otto, Kooper Lorts, Fischer Rapp, Mason Haywood, Hudson Stack
• Marketing and Communications – 2nd Place: Sila Stubblefield, Brooklyn Bouse, Ellie Deluca
• Musicology – 5th Place: Dallas Fenster, Thatcher Rivers, Tel Chancey, Braelyn Pigg
• Service Learning Showcase – 5th Place: Zoey Colvin, Beatrice Keyes, Claire Dazey
We are proud of our students and their sponsors for representing our district so well. Their dedication and teamwork led to an impressive performance at state, and we look forward to cheering them on at Nationals this summer!
Lucy Wortham James Elementary Beta students had an outstanding showing at the Missouri Beta State Convention. A total of 40 students competed at the state level, with 21 students placing in the top 5 across 15 different categories.
Many of the top finishers have qualified to compete at the National Beta Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, this summer:
• 4th Grade Health and Physical Education – 1st Place: Kooper Lorts
• 4th Grade Math – 5th Place: Beatrice Keyes
• 4th Grade Spelling – 1st Place: Emmalynn Davis
• 5th Grade Health and Physical Education – 1st Place: Laci Livengood
• 5th Grade Science – 1st Place: Thatcher Rivers
• 5th Grade Social Studies – 1st Place: Truett Bahr
• Poetry – 1st Place: Keegan Graham
• Color Photography – 2nd Place: Beatrice Keyes
• Painting – 3rd Place: Keegan Graham
• Pottery – 3rd Place: Lydia Moreland
• Quilling – 2nd Place: Fischer Rapp
• Engineering – 1st Place: Grayson Otto, Kooper Lorts, Fischer Rapp, Mason Haywood, Hudson Stack
• Marketing and Communications – 2nd Place: Sila Stubblefield, Brooklyn Bouse, Ellie Deluca
• Musicology – 5th Place: Dallas Fenster, Thatcher Rivers, Tel Chancey, Braelyn Pigg
• Service Learning Showcase – 5th Place: Zoey Colvin, Beatrice Keyes, Claire Dazey
We are proud of our students and their sponsors for representing our district so well. Their dedication and teamwork led to an impressive performance at state, and we look forward to cheering them on at Nationals this summer!
St. James Middle School Beta Students Qualify for National Convention! ❤️🐯🤍
St. James Middle School Beta students delivered an outstanding performance at the recent Missouri Beta State Convention. Their hard work, talent, and dedication were on full display as they represented St. James with pride and brought home an impressive list of honors. Several students earned top placements in their events and have qualified to compete at the National Beta Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, this summer:
• Variety Act – 1st Place: Cash Mendenhall, Cambreigh Chancey
• Small Group – 2nd Place: Hattie Gruver, Blair McCurdy, Leightin Stubblefield, Harper Kemnitzer, Paige Nesbitt
• Book Battle – 4th Place: Asher Keyes, Piper Sandusky, Karris Stites
• Engineering – 3rd Place: Snyder Stack, Connor Otto, Beckett Rapp, Steele Ruble, Gavin Jenkins, Mason McCracken
• Technology – 3rd Place: Asher Keyes, Connor Otto
• 6th Grade Health and P.E. – 1st Place: Rylan Becklenberg
• 6th Grade Language Arts – 4th Place: Henry Freiberg
• 7th Grade Language Arts – 1st Place: Adalyn Dunn
• 7th Grade Mathematics – 1st Place: Charlee Alterauge
• 7th Grade Science – 1st Place: Asher Keyes
• 7th Grade Social Studies – 5th Place: Grahym Felan
• 7th Grade U.S. History – 2nd Place: Collin Watson
• Poetry – 5th Place: Brynlee Lind
• Painting – 3rd Place: Allison Wilkerson
We are incredibly proud of all of our Beta members who competed and represented St. James so well. Their effort, teamwork, and determination led to an impressive showing at the state level, and we look forward to cheering them on as they compete on the national stage this summer!
St. James Middle School Beta students delivered an outstanding performance at the recent Missouri Beta State Convention. Their hard work, talent, and dedication were on full display as they represented St. James with pride and brought home an impressive list of honors. Several students earned top placements in their events and have qualified to compete at the National Beta Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, this summer:
• Variety Act – 1st Place: Cash Mendenhall, Cambreigh Chancey
• Small Group – 2nd Place: Hattie Gruver, Blair McCurdy, Leightin Stubblefield, Harper Kemnitzer, Paige Nesbitt
• Book Battle – 4th Place: Asher Keyes, Piper Sandusky, Karris Stites
• Engineering – 3rd Place: Snyder Stack, Connor Otto, Beckett Rapp, Steele Ruble, Gavin Jenkins, Mason McCracken
• Technology – 3rd Place: Asher Keyes, Connor Otto
• 6th Grade Health and P.E. – 1st Place: Rylan Becklenberg
• 6th Grade Language Arts – 4th Place: Henry Freiberg
• 7th Grade Language Arts – 1st Place: Adalyn Dunn
• 7th Grade Mathematics – 1st Place: Charlee Alterauge
• 7th Grade Science – 1st Place: Asher Keyes
• 7th Grade Social Studies – 5th Place: Grahym Felan
• 7th Grade U.S. History – 2nd Place: Collin Watson
• Poetry – 5th Place: Brynlee Lind
• Painting – 3rd Place: Allison Wilkerson
We are incredibly proud of all of our Beta members who competed and represented St. James so well. Their effort, teamwork, and determination led to an impressive showing at the state level, and we look forward to cheering them on as they compete on the national stage this summer!
❄️ Winter Fun at Kindergarten Parent Night! ❄️
Kindergarten families recently spent an evening at LWJE stepping into their students’ learning through a winter-themed Parent Night. A variety of stations and activities were set up that reflected what students have been working on in class, giving them a chance to explore, create, and learn together.
It was a great night as families experienced a small glimpse of the learning that happens in kindergarten every day! ❤️🐯🤍
Kindergarten families recently spent an evening at LWJE stepping into their students’ learning through a winter-themed Parent Night. A variety of stations and activities were set up that reflected what students have been working on in class, giving them a chance to explore, create, and learn together.
It was a great night as families experienced a small glimpse of the learning that happens in kindergarten every day! ❤️🐯🤍
Building Safer Schools Through Professional Learning! ❤️🐯🤍
District leaders recently participated in a Behavioral Threat Assessment training led by Glen Moore, MSW, Director of Threat Management for MSBA’s Center for Education Safety and a member of the National Council of School Safety Directors.
This important training helps school leaders better recognize when a student may need additional resources and support. By learning how to identify concerns early and respond appropriately, our team continues working to ensure the safety and well-being of both students and staff. #stjschools #tigerpride
District leaders recently participated in a Behavioral Threat Assessment training led by Glen Moore, MSW, Director of Threat Management for MSBA’s Center for Education Safety and a member of the National Council of School Safety Directors.
This important training helps school leaders better recognize when a student may need additional resources and support. By learning how to identify concerns early and respond appropriately, our team continues working to ensure the safety and well-being of both students and staff. #stjschools #tigerpride
From Classroom to Published Author! ✍️📚🐯
Last week, high school English teacher Arielle Sutton welcomed students into the world of storytelling during a special author visit!
As a published fantasy romance author, Ms. Sutton shared her personal writing journey with English classes, giving students a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, the realities of the publishing world, and the persistence it takes to bring a story to life. She also encouraged students to explore their own creativity and consider how their ideas and experiences can turn into powerful stories.
Opportunities like this bring learning to life and show students that the people guiding them each day are creators too! #AllRoadsLeadForward #stjschools #tigerpride
Last week, high school English teacher Arielle Sutton welcomed students into the world of storytelling during a special author visit!
As a published fantasy romance author, Ms. Sutton shared her personal writing journey with English classes, giving students a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, the realities of the publishing world, and the persistence it takes to bring a story to life. She also encouraged students to explore their own creativity and consider how their ideas and experiences can turn into powerful stories.
Opportunities like this bring learning to life and show students that the people guiding them each day are creators too! #AllRoadsLeadForward #stjschools #tigerpride
Mission Monday: Community Makes the Magic! ❤️🐯🤍
Kindergarten McTeacher Night was a wonderful example of what can happen when families, businesses, and schools work together!
Thank you to McDonald's for hosting this fun fundraiser and welcoming our kindergarten families for an evening of connection and celebration. Events like this help strengthen the relationship between our school and the community we serve. A special thank you as well to Country Mart for donating the Dr. Seuss birthday cake that helped make the night even more memorable for our youngest Tigers.
Partnerships like these remind us that when the Tiger Community comes together, our students can shine! #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride
Our own Mr. Terrill Story was named Public Servant of the Year by the St. James Missouri Chamber of Commerce this evening.
As an art teacher and mentor for our students involved with Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) at The Firehouse Coffee Shop, Mr. Story helps guide students as they learn leadership, service, and how to give back to their community.
Congratulations on this well deserved honor!
#stjschools #tigerpride
Congratulations to Mr. Johnny Perkins, this year’s recipient of the Future Leader Award from the St. James Missouri Chamber of Commerce.
Johnny was presented with the award during the Chamber’s Annual Awards this evening, recognizing his leadership and the positive impact he continues to make in our community.
Join us in congratulating him on this well deserved honor.
#FutureLeader #stjschools #tigerpride
🏀 District Champs! Tigers Are Advancing! 🏀
The Tigers are bringing home the District Championship. Congratulations to our players and coaches on a great team effort and a big win for Tiger basketball.
Up next is the Sectional round. The Tigers will take the court Tuesday, March 10 at 6 PM at Rockwood Summit High School against Clayton.
Let’s show our Tiger pride and fill the stands as the postseason continues. ❤️🐯🤍
#stjschools #tigerpride #districtchamps
🏀 Five Straight! Our Lady Tigers Are District Champions Again! 🏀
The streak continues. Our Lady Tigers have captured their fifth consecutive district championship, an incredible run that speaks to the dedication, teamwork, and pride of this program.
Next up is the Sectional round. The Lady Tigers will play Monday, March 9 at 6 PM at Rockwood Summit High School against St. Francis Borgia.
Let’s travel well and pack the stands as our Lady Tigers continue their postseason journey. ❤️🐯🤍
#stjschools #tigerpride #districtchamps
Freshman Preview Night Welcomes the Class of 2030! ❤️🐯🤍
This past Wednesday evening, St. James R-1 High School opened its doors to current 8th-grade students and their families for Freshman Preview Night! It was a chance to step inside the building, explore the halls, and begin picturing what the next chapter of their school journey will look like.
Families heard a welcome from staff, toured the building, and learned more about the academic programs, enrichment opportunities, and extracurricular activities available to high school students. From classrooms and clubs to athletics and career pathways, the evening offered a closer look at the many directions students can take as they begin high school.
Thank you to the high school staff and student leaders who helped host the evening and share what it means to be a Tiger. #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride
This past Wednesday evening, St. James R-1 High School opened its doors to current 8th-grade students and their families for Freshman Preview Night! It was a chance to step inside the building, explore the halls, and begin picturing what the next chapter of their school journey will look like.
Families heard a welcome from staff, toured the building, and learned more about the academic programs, enrichment opportunities, and extracurricular activities available to high school students. From classrooms and clubs to athletics and career pathways, the evening offered a closer look at the many directions students can take as they begin high school.
Thank you to the high school staff and student leaders who helped host the evening and share what it means to be a Tiger. #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride
SPRING FORWARD! ⏰⏩ Don’t forget to set your clocks AHEAD one hour this weekend, Tigers! Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Middle School Tigers Reach 100% in ALEKS! ➗🐯❤️
Several middle school Tigers have completed every topic in the ALEKS program with 100 percent mastery!
ALEKS adapts to each student’s learning needs and creates a personalized path as they demonstrate what they know. Reaching full mastery takes persistence, focus, and strong problem-solving skills!
These Tigers showed exactly that, putting our Portrait of a Graduate focus on Critical Thinking into action!
Congratulations to our ALEKS All Stars! #CrtiticalThinking #stjschools #tigerpride
Several middle school Tigers have completed every topic in the ALEKS program with 100 percent mastery!
ALEKS adapts to each student’s learning needs and creates a personalized path as they demonstrate what they know. Reaching full mastery takes persistence, focus, and strong problem-solving skills!
These Tigers showed exactly that, putting our Portrait of a Graduate focus on Critical Thinking into action!
Congratulations to our ALEKS All Stars! #CrtiticalThinking #stjschools #tigerpride
Tiger Tots Crawl Into a Classic Story for Read Across America! 🕷️📚🐯
Tiger Tots welcomed special guests from St. James Kiwanis as part of Read Across America! Kiwanis members shared the classic The Itsy Bitsy Spider, helping our youngest Tigers follow the spider’s journey up the water spout. After the story, students jumped right into making their own spider craft, bringing the familiar rhyme off the page and into their hands.
Thank you to the St. James Kiwanis members for spending part of their day reading and creating with our Tiger Tots! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride
St. James FFA 2026 State Degree Recipients! 🚜🐯🌾
We are proud to announce that four St. James FFA students have earned their State FFA Degree and will be recognized this April by the Missouri FFA Association. This prestigious honor is awarded to members who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their chapter and Supervised Agricultural Experiences, truly living out the mission and values of FFA.
Please join us in congratulating our students:
🏅Belle Bolte
🏅Abby Fuhring
🏅JV Meurer
🏅Kate Strackeljahn
We are incredibly proud of your achievements, Tigers! #FFAProud #stjschools #tigerpride
We are proud to announce that four St. James FFA students have earned their State FFA Degree and will be recognized this April by the Missouri FFA Association. This prestigious honor is awarded to members who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their chapter and Supervised Agricultural Experiences, truly living out the mission and values of FFA.
Please join us in congratulating our students:
🏅Belle Bolte
🏅Abby Fuhring
🏅JV Meurer
🏅Kate Strackeljahn
We are incredibly proud of your achievements, Tigers! #FFAProud #stjschools #tigerpride
High School ROX Group Explores Careers at The Muny! 🩷🐯🎭
The St. James High School ROX Group took learning beyond the classroom with a career exploration visit to The Muny in Forest Park!
They heard from Cory Smallwood, a 1996 STJ Alum, who now serves as Director of Development at The Muny. She shared her journey from college to a career built on relationships, leadership, and purpose. Tracy Utzmyers, Director of Production, also spoke with the girls about her own path from college dreams to a dynamic role behind the scenes of one of the nation’s largest outdoor theatres.
Their conversation tied directly into familiar ROX topics like assertiveness, healthy boundaries, self-awareness, and clear communication. It also connects directly to our Portrait of a Graduate value to grow Future Focused learners. Through a real-world experience, our Tigers saw what it looks like to grow into a career built on passion and strong relationships.
Thank you to our counselors, Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Fulton, for creating this meaningful opportunity for our students! #FutureFocused #stjschools #tigerpride
Tiger Cubs Parent Night: Building Skills Together! ❤️🐯🤍
Families joined us for Tiger Cubs Parent Night and jumped right into hands-on building fun. Using a variety of materials, students and their families worked side by side to strengthen fine and gross motor skills, explore early math concepts, practice problem solving, and build relationships along the way.
It was a great reminder that some of the best learning happens when we roll up our sleeves and create together! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Families joined us for Tiger Cubs Parent Night and jumped right into hands-on building fun. Using a variety of materials, students and their families worked side by side to strengthen fine and gross motor skills, explore early math concepts, practice problem solving, and build relationships along the way.
It was a great reminder that some of the best learning happens when we roll up our sleeves and create together! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
🗓️ MARK YOUR CALENDAR: STJ Tiger Drama presents Beetlejuice Jr.!
Get ready for a little strange and unusual! When Lydia Deetz crosses paths with a recently deceased couple and a mischievous bio exorcist who thrives on chaos, the fun begins. With bold songs, big characters, and just the right mix of heart and humor, this high-energy junior production brings the Netherworld to life on our stage.
Showtimes:
🪲 Thursday, April 9, 2026, 7:00 PM
🪲 Friday, April 10, 2026, 7:00 PM
🪲 Sunday, April 12, 2026, 3:00 PM
Location: St. James Performing Arts Center
House opens 30 minutes before the show.
Admission is by donation.
Do not miss this wildly entertaining production as our talented students light up the stage. It's SHOWTIME, Tigers!
5th Grade Goes Renaissance! 🎨📜 🏛️
LWJE library became a Renaissance workshop as 5th graders dove into history! They unleashed ideas in a word brainstorm, competed in a trivia challenge full of quick thinking, and then tried their own Michelangelo-style art. Students taped paper under the table and lay on their backs to draw, just like he did on the Sistine Chapel ceiling.
By experimenting, imagining, and creating, these young artists are sharpening their Creative Thinking, just like the innovators of the Renaissance! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
LWJE library became a Renaissance workshop as 5th graders dove into history! They unleashed ideas in a word brainstorm, competed in a trivia challenge full of quick thinking, and then tried their own Michelangelo-style art. Students taped paper under the table and lay on their backs to draw, just like he did on the Sistine Chapel ceiling.
By experimenting, imagining, and creating, these young artists are sharpening their Creative Thinking, just like the innovators of the Renaissance! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
Broadway Star Visits STJ Tiger Drama! ❤️🐯🎭
St. James Middle School and St. James R-1 High School cast members preparing for Beetlejuice this April had an unforgettable experience when they welcomed Thayne Jasperson to St. James!
Thayne is best known for his role as Samuel Seabury in Hamilton, where he has been part of the Broadway production since 2015. As one of the original ensemble members, he has spent more than a decade performing in one of the most recognized musicals in the world.
For one full day, our young thespians worked side by side with him on choreography, stage presence, and character development. He also took time to give meaningful feedback as they continue preparing for their April production. It was focused, energetic, and incredibly inspiring!
This opportunity began last summer when Mrs. Stites and Mrs. Prawitz attended the Understudy Workshop professional development in New York City and made the connection. That learning experience opened a door that directly benefited our students.
Moments like this remind us how powerful the arts can be when professionals invest in the next generation. We cannot wait to see our Tigers shine on stage this spring! #FutureFocused #ArtInEducation #stjschools
St. James Middle School and St. James R-1 High School cast members preparing for Beetlejuice this April had an unforgettable experience when they welcomed Thayne Jasperson to St. James!
Thayne is best known for his role as Samuel Seabury in Hamilton, where he has been part of the Broadway production since 2015. As one of the original ensemble members, he has spent more than a decade performing in one of the most recognized musicals in the world.
For one full day, our young thespians worked side by side with him on choreography, stage presence, and character development. He also took time to give meaningful feedback as they continue preparing for their April production. It was focused, energetic, and incredibly inspiring!
This opportunity began last summer when Mrs. Stites and Mrs. Prawitz attended the Understudy Workshop professional development in New York City and made the connection. That learning experience opened a door that directly benefited our students.
Moments like this remind us how powerful the arts can be when professionals invest in the next generation. We cannot wait to see our Tigers shine on stage this spring! #FutureFocused #ArtInEducation #stjschools
