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.
Spring Sensory Fun in Tiger Tots! 🌸🐯☀️

Tiger Tots jumped into spring sensory tubs to explore all the sights and textures of the season. Learning through play at its best! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
11 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Child in a purple tray filled with sand and blue yarn in a classroom.
A young child in a white t-shirt reaches into a tray filled with green grass and red and green objects.
Toddler in a classroom playing with flowers in a large orange tray with green containers.
A young girl sits in a chair at a table. She is smiling while touching multicolored items in a tray.
A young child in glasses sits in a chair and handles objects in a tray.
A young child wearing a blue shirt sits at a table, engaging with a sensory tray filled with colorful objects.
A child holds a spoon in a sensory bin filled with dry ingredients and fruit.

Booked for the Afternoon! ❤️🐯🤍

4th graders traded desks for sunshine, taking their reading outside to enjoy a little fresh air and a lot of great stories. This is what it looks like to grow curious minds and practice Critical Thinking, exploring ideas wherever they are. All Roads Lead Forward! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

11 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Several people sit on a concrete wall near a playground. A group of children sits on the ground.
Person lying on concrete barrier with red top, near metal wall, gravel, and picnic table.
Two young girls sit on concrete steps, holding books, with gravel ground and a green building behind them.
Four people seated at tables, one using a laptop, on a concrete walkway with brick walls.
A grassy area with several people sitting in front of a yellow school bus. In the background, buildings and trees are visible.
Students sit at picnic tables outside a brick building with a concrete pathway, some reading or resting.
Mission Monday: Kindergarten Service Learning! ❤️🐯🤍

Students in Mrs. Owen and Mrs. Karnes’s classes took their service learning project into the community last week, delivering non-perishable food items to the Blessing Box at Trinity Episcopal Church.

They proved something powerful: you are never too young to make a difference! Through caring relationships and a heart for others, our students are living out the mission and showing what it means to give back. #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride
12 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Group of children sitting on sidewalk, with two adults holding a box. Behind them, a building and trees.
Poster with "MISSION MONDAY" in large black letters. A red rectangle highlights "Caring Relationships, Academic Excellence, Community Partnerships." An arrow pointing right and an SFJ logo in red.
Spring Break is here, Tigers! ❤️🐯🤍

Sleep in, soak up some sun, play a little, relax a lot! We'll see you back on March 30th! #stjschools #tigerpride
15 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A white background features red floral patterns. "Happy Spring Break!" is written in bold red text. A shield logo with "SJ" in red is at the bottom.
Sidewalks, sunshine, and creativity in art class! A great way to head into spring break! ☀️🎨🌼
15 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A young person with brown hair wearing white clothes and purple chalk on her hands sitting on the ground.
A person in green and black cap draws a fish shape on the sidewalk with orange chalk.
A chalk drawing on the ground with a sun, waves, and the words "Happy Spring Break!"
A child with hands covered in green paint smiles at the camera. Behind the child are vehicles and a building.
A child crouches on concrete, drawing with chalk. A hand, partially visible, holds a container of chalk nearby.
Chalk drawing of a rabbit on a paved surface, with blue outlines and green ears, sitting on gray concrete.
Young girl with red hair, blue shirt, and brown paint on her hands stands on sidewalk.
Two chalk flowers, one pink and purple, the other blue and yellow, drawn on concrete.
A boy with dirt on his hands smiles and shows his palms. He wears a dark shirt with "CAMER" and "Nutrition Facts" printed on it.
A young girl with blonde hair sitting on a sidewalk, drawing with chalk. Behind her is a building with brick walls.
Turning Trash into Impact in Middle School STEM Club! ♻️🐯🤍

Creativity with a purpose. That is what our St. James Middle School STEM Club brought to this year’s No MOre Trash! competition.

Students spent hours designing and creating a one-of-a-kind trash can that promotes litter prevention and protecting natural beauty and wildlife. This project challenged them to think beyond the classroom and use their skills to make a real difference.

A big shoutout to these students for their hard work and to Mrs. Mulhall for leading the way and supporting this meaningful project! #MODOT #stjschools #tigerpride
16 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
Students decorate trash can for MODOT competition.
3rd Grade Families Explore Learning Through Robotics! ❤️🐯🤖

Families got a hands-on look at learning in action at the 3rd Grade Robotics Parent Night! Students used robots to showcase the skills they’ve been building in the classroom, giving families a chance to see problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking come to life.

It was a fun and engaging night that highlighted just how powerful learning can be when students take the lead and share their thinking! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
16 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A child sits at a table, smiling, and holds a marker. In front is a maze puzzle with a small robot.
Group of children at a table in a library, sitting on chairs, engaged in an activity with blocks.
A child wearing glasses sits at a table, smiling, with building blocks and cards on the table.
Four girls in sweatshirts sit in a library with tablets on the floor, smiling at the camera.
Children gather around a table in a room with forest murals. Some sit while others stand, engaging in activities.
A girl in a red shirt sits at a table with a printed floor plan, smiling.
Three boys pose for a picture in a library. One wears a Missouri shirt, another a black shirt, and the third has his hands on the shoulders of the two in front.
Child seated at a table with a paper maze, smiling, and leaning on the table with their elbows.
Four children, three boys and one girl, work on Legos at a table. One child wears a pink hat.
Library aisles with wooden shelves filled with books. Children sit on the floor reading tablets. A boy sits in the aisle using a tablet.
Tiger Choirs Take the Stage at Midwest Music Festival! 🎵🐯🎤 St. James Choirs recently performed at the Midwest Music Festival at East Central College in Union. All high school choirs brought home Exemplary ratings and comments, and our middle school students performed beautifully alongside them! During Music in Our Schools Month, we celebrate the impact music education has on our students, from building confidence to creating opportunities to perform and grow. Shoutout to our Tigers and Director Mr. Felan for representing St. James so well! #MusicInOurSchools #stjschools #tigerpride
17 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of performers in formal attire stand on a stage with musical instruments in front of an audience.
A group of people in matching blue shirts stands on a stage, with some seated and others standing, facing the audience.
A large choir dressed in matching shirts stands on a stage, facing an audience, with a piano at the center.
A choir stands on stage with a piano, all wearing matching shirts. Behind them, a white curved wall and a dark background are visible.
A group of people in matching uniforms stand on a stage. A piano is in the center, with others facing the audience.
Charting the Course for Growth and Learning! ❤️🐯🤍

Tiger Cubs teachers recently attended the annual Conference on the Young Years, showing their commitment to doing the very best for our youngest learners. Mrs. Henderson and Mrs. Evers shared a presentation on how children build the muscles they need to become proficient writers.

Lifelong learning isn’t just for students; it’s a core part of how our teachers grow every day! #FutureFocused #stjschools #tigerpride
17 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of smiling adults in blue shirts and glasses sit in chairs, one holding a pen and a folder.
Two women wearing blue t-shirts stand next to each other, smiling. They have name tags and are in front of a screen with text.
Two women wearing blue t-shirts stand next to each other, smiling. They have name tags and are in front of a screen with text.
Two people in blue T-shirts stand at a podium in front of a projector screen displaying "Conversations on Prewriting and Writing".
Graphic with a hexagon shape shows an icon of a person walking with words "Future Focused" above.
High School Tigers Meet the Future of Business! ❤️🐯🤍

Our high school Tiger Express Apparel crew and Entrepreneurship students recently visited the Missouri State University College of Business. While touring the new Entrepreneurship Lab, a student-run business similar to our own, students explored academic and extracurricular opportunities available at the collegiate level.

Experiences like this help our students develop Future Focused skills, preparing them to make informed choices and take initiative as they move forward! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
17 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of people stands around a large bear statue in front of a large building.
A group of people in matching outfits stand in front of a building with glass walls.
A group of people in a room with shelves and desks, some holding items, others listening.
Office with white walls, gray floors. People gather around a desk, some using equipment, others watching. Desk holds monitors, bottles, and other objects.
A room with a whiteboard, blackboard, and a table. The table has folded clothes, various cards, and papers.
Nine people stand around a table in a classroom with whiteboards, a monitor, and shelves of materials.
A display board with five sections advertising management student organizations. Each section has a title and description.
People stand on a balcony with a grassy lawn below, a tower behind, and city buildings in the distance under a bright sky.
Red hexagon with a person walking forward, labeled "Future Focused" and "Portrait of a Graduate" on a red background with white dots.
🍀 Leprechaun Mischief in Kindergarten! 🌈

The leprechaun struck! Mrs. Karnes’ class made clever traps using their imagination and creativity, but the sneaky visitor got away, leaving behind a classroom full of giggles and a little bit of chaos! #StPatricksDay #stjschools
18 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A young girl sits on the floor next to a box with a rainbow. She is wearing a black shirt and a plaid skirt.
Kids in a classroom engaging in an art project. They are using cardboard boxes and paint.
A girl uses a paintbrush to apply purple paint to a cardboard box, standing in a classroom with a bulletin board and shelves in the background.
A child stands with a pink marbling project, wearing a green t-shirt, in a classroom setting.
A child in green paints a cardboard box with blue paint. Another child in green sits next to them.
A boy wearing a green shirt sits on the floor next to a box filled with toys.
Girl with ponytail seated on chair, pointing to blue painted box while another child stands behind.
A child with blond hair is standing at a table with hands covered in paint. Two cardboard boxes are on the table.
A child examines a cardboard box with painted surfaces, one side pink, the other green.
A classroom with overturned desks, chairs scattered, and a messy floor, with a white backdrop.

Middle School ROX Takes Learning to the Missouri State Capitol! ❤️🐯🏛️

Our middle school ROX students got a firsthand look at Engaged Citizenship in action! As part of their curriculum, girls learn from women in fields that are traditionally male-dominated. This year, Representative Tara J. Peters invited our students to the Missouri State Capitol to see government at work. The day included introductions on the House floor, a Capitol tour, a visit to the whisper room, and a climb to the top of the rotunda. Students also enjoyed pizza from Representative Peters and a sweet stop at Central Dairy on the way home.

It was a memorable day of learning, leadership, and seeing how government works up close! #EngagedCitizenship #stjschools #tigerpride

18 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of people in black shirts with pink text and numbers pose for a photo.
A group of young girls in black t-shirts with pink letters pose for a photo.
Four girls in matching black t-shirts with pink text pose for a photo in front of a mural.
People in black t-shirts stand in a library. A man in a blue shirt addresses them. Behind them, a bookshelf and an open doorway with lit sconces.
A woman sits on a chair in a room with a mural of a landscape. She is smiling.
Two girls in matching black T-shirts sit on a bench with a rope barrier. A mural behind them depicts a dining scene.
Red hexagon badge with white handshake icon, text "ENGAGED CITIZENSHIP", and "Portrait of a Graduate" on a dotted background.
Growing Future Educators! ❤️🐯🤍

St. James FTA, led by sponsor Mr. Overton, recently hosted an FTA Day for students from St. James, Owensville, Sullivan, Cuba, and St. Clair to learn more about the teaching profession as part of our Grow Your Own efforts.

Students heard from guest speaker Dr. Todd Whitaker, participated in an educator panel, and connected with colleges offering education programs during a career fair.

Thank you to everyone who made the day possible, including our own Mr. Sampson, as well as other area educators, Mrs. Reeves, Mrs. Galvin, and Mrs. Jones. All Roads Lead Forward! #communitypartnerships #FTA #stjschools
18 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Five people, three holding books, stand on a stage with a projector screen behind them.
A large room with red chairs and metal railings. A person is seated on the left, and a few people are seated in rows.
Auditorium with a man standing and speaking; seated audience on red chairs with bags and items on the floor.
An auditorium with red seats, a person sitting in front, and a screen with a presentation.
Person stands on stage with a microphone in an auditorium. An audience sits in red seats.
Man with a beard stands at a podium with a laptop. Microphone in front, black curtain in the background.
Auditorium with rows of red chairs and people seated. A screen displays "FTA DA". Some individuals at a table.

Middle School Students of the Month Show Courage! ❤️🐯🤍

Congratulations to the St. James Middle School Students of the Month for February! These students were recognized for demonstrating the character trait of Courage.

Courage can look different each day at school. Sometimes it means trying something new, speaking up for what is right, or pushing through a challenge when something feels difficult. These students show the determination and mental strength to face those moments with confidence.

By choosing Courage, our students are strengthening Social Integrity, an important part of our Portrait of a Graduate. When students act with courage, they help create a school community built on honesty, respect, and doing what is right. #MissionMakers #stjschools #tigerpride

18 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Three people in a library, each holding a certificate. They are smiling and standing next to a bookshelf.
A hexagonal shape with a gray background displays an icon of a checkmark and shield, text reads "SOCIAL INTEGRITY".
REMINDER: The St. James R-1 School District will be closed for Spring Break from March 23-27, 2026.

Every day is a GREAT day to be a Tiger! ❤️🐯🤍
19 days ago, St. James R-I School District
Spring break poster featuring red and white text on a red background with flowers and a shield.

Mission Monday: Showing What We Know! 📚🐯❤️

Spring testing season is coming up for St. James R-1 students! MAP and EOC assessments allow students to demonstrate what they have learned and help our district measure growth and progress.

Testing Dates:
LWJE and Middle School MAP: April 27 through May 8
High School EOC: April 20 through May 1

Help us continue working toward our mission of empowering students through academic excellence by being present and working hard! #MissionMakers #StateTesting #stjschools

19 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A black poster lists testing dates for LWJE, MS, and HS. Dates are 4/27, 5/8 for LWJE and MS; 4/20, 5/1 for HS. SJ logo on right.
A hopscotch game drawn in multicolored chalk on a concrete surface, numbered from 1 to 10.
Sidewalk with various colorful chalk drawings, including a rocket and text that reads "Blast off that mat log."
St. James High School Senior Beta Club Students Qualify for National Convention! ❤️🐯🤍

Senior Beta students had an outstanding showing at the Missouri Beta State Convention over the weekend. Several of our Tigers earned top placements in their events and have qualified to compete at the National Beta Convention in Nashville this summer:

• Visual Arts – Painting - 1st Place: Gina Wisdom
• Academic Testing – Social Studies – 1st Place: Johnny Perkins
• Scavenger Hunt – 1st Place (Team 67, 59,600 points)
• Engineering – 2nd Place: Ryan Engelbrecht, Jackson Engelbrecht, Jaden Otto
• Solo, Duo, Trio Variety Act – 4th Place: Addalye Felan, Layla Felan, Madison Bobbitt-Harris

Great job, Betas! Their success at State earned them the opportunity to compete on the national stage this summer, and we look forward to cheering them on in Nashville!
19 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of people wearing IDs pose for a photo with certificates at a school event.
A girl with purple hair and glasses poses with a plaque that reads "Champion Painting Division II 2025-2026."
A person in a red-and-white striped shirt holds a plaque that reads "National BETA Champion Social Studies Twelfth Grade 2023-2024."
Three boys stand next to a yellow sign with a lightning bolt. Two wear gray t-shirts and one wears a gray hoodie.
Eight people, some holding yellow items, stand on a stage with blue lighting. One person waves.
Four women in jeans and ID lanyards pose for a photo in a hall with large windows.

LWJE Book Vending Machine Stocked for Another Year! 📚🐯❤️

We are excited to share that Hartley’s Climate Control, LLC has once again stepped up to support our students, generously donating enough to keep the Birthday Book Vending Machine fully stocked for the entire 2026–27 school year!

All year long, LWJE Tigers celebrate their birthdays by choosing a brand new book to take home from a special Book Vending Machine! It’s a tradition that helps students build their home libraries and grow a love of reading, thanks to a project that is especially close to the hearts of our amazing library staff.

Because of our continued partnership, every LWJE student will keep adding new stories to their shelves, one birthday book at a time. Thank you for helping our students turn the page and keep moving forward! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride

22 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of adults and children pose for a photo with a check in a school hallway.
Reading with Representatives at LWJE! 📚❤️🐯

Today is Missouri Read In Day, a celebration that encourages students, educators, families, and communities across Missouri to take time to read together.

Mr. MacCash's kindergarten class did just that during library time when Missouri Representative Tara J. Peters and Mrs. Maretta Diestlekamp stopped by for Reading with Representatives. They shared two Piggie and Gerald favorites by Mo Willems, then tried their hand at illustrating the dynamic duo.

Moments like this show how strong community partnerships help foster a love of reading and lifelong learning! #ReadInDay #stjschools #tigerpride
22 days ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of children and adults are sitting and kneeling on a colorful carpet in a room with a tree mural.
Two women seated, one holding a book, other in hockey jersey, smiling at camera. Background features mural.
Four children sit on a rug, smiling. A wooden cabinet and trash bin in the background.
A young girl lies on a colorful rug, covering her face with her hands. She wears a dark blue hoodie.
Woman sits with two children; one reads aloud from a book. Behind them, another woman smiles.
Several children sit on the floor. One holds a paper. Others are looking at a person in front.
Woman drawing a pig on a whiteboard. Students sitting on the floor watching. Bright room with bookshelves and desk.
A group of children and two women sit on a rug. One woman writes on a pad.
A child holds a pink marker, drawing a pink fish on a white paper on a wooden clipboard.
Child with short hair in a yellow shirt seated, holding a marker, drawing in a notebook.