
Learning Highlight: Animal Habitat Exploration! 🐯🌳🐾
Our 1st graders at Lucy Wortham James Elementary have been learning all about the world of animal habitats! From researching and crafting their own habitats to an exciting field trip at Maramec Spring Park, our students have been buzzing with activity! They wrapped it all up with a showcase night, wowing parents with their wildlife wisdom.
Hats off to our budding naturalists! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride











Health Heroes: Honoring Our School Nurses! 👩⚕️🌟🩺
Today is School Nurse Day! A day to celebrate our nurses and their compassion, expertise, and superhero-like dedication to safeguarding our students' well-being. Let's make some noise for our phenomenal school nurses! #SchoolNursesDay #stjschools #tigerpride


Learning Highlight: Missouri S&T Takes St. James Middle School on an Epic STEM Journey!
Last week, middle school students had an incredible day filled with STEM adventures thanks to our friends from Missouri S&T! From diving into robotics to exploring virtual reality and learning about circuits, our students had a blast exploring the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and math. The big highlight - a mesmerizing journey to the cosmos in the planetarium! 🌟🌌🔭 #STEM #communitypartnerships #stjschools
Check out S&T Summer Camp opportunities with available scholarships here: https://summer.mst.edu/











Mission Monday & Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week! 🍎🐯🌟
This week, we're celebrating our incredible teachers and staff who go above and beyond every day to support our students' growth and success. Let's show our appreciation!
Drop a comment below to thank our amazing staff or send an e-card to express your gratitude. Your support means the world to us: https://forms.gle/Y26m4BMZiQ7t94oX8.
#MissionMonday #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankYouStaff #stjschools




📣 Attention Tiger Community! 📣
Get ready to spread some love because next week is Teacher Appreciation Week! Let's show our amazing teachers how much they mean to us.
Want to join in? It's easy! Just fill out a short form here: https://forms.gle/4edrLZMbqhS5NeRG8. Choose a postcard, write a special note, and your digital message will be delivered during the week!
Remember, every day is a great day to be a Tiger! ❤️🐯🤍


It's School Lunch Hero Day! 🐯 🍎💪
Today, we honor our incredible food service team for their superpowers in providing nourishing meals that fuel our students' success. Thank you to our nutrition superheroes!
Help us show our appreciation by leaving a comment below! 🎉 #SchoolLunchHeroDay #stjschools #tigerpride


Learning Highlight: Stitching Smiles! 🪡🌟✂️
Our FACS class has been busy showcasing their creativity and compassion by putting their new hand-sewing skills to work. They've crafted adorable Tooth Fairy Pillows for our elementary school, delivering them for students to have when they lose their first tooth at school! We love seeing our students not only mastering new skills but also spreading joy throughout our Tiger community. #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride











REMINDER: This Friday, May 3, 2024, is a FULL day of school for St. James R-1 School District. Here are a few other important dates:
👉Friday, May 10, 2024 - Full Day Friday
👉Friday, May 17, 2024 - Full Day Friday
👉Thursday, May 23, 2024 - Last Day of School with Early Release (LWJE & HS: 12:30 PM; MS: 12:50 PM)
Every day is a great day to be a Tiger! ❤️🐯🤍


Learning Highlight: Volcanic Science! 🌋🐯❤️
Kindergarten students took science outdoors for an explosive experiment: Volcanoes with Mentos and Soda! They witnessed the power of chemistry firsthand. Mentos met soda, and eruptions soared! Ms. Owen guided the experiment for multiple classes, and students enjoyed guessing which type of soda would shoot the highest. Sprite won!
Hands-on learning left its mark as students departed, carrying the excitement of discovery with them! #ScienceAdventure #stjschools #tigerpride











Today, on National School Principals' Day, we honor and celebrate your dedication, leadership, and support to our students, staff, and Tiger community!
🍎Dan Copeland at Lucy Wortham James Elementary
🍎Kaaren Lepper at St. James Middle School
🍎Devin Johnson at St. James High School
Thank you for your passion in shaping the future of our schools. You truly make a difference every single day! #SchoolPrincipalsDay #stjschools #tigerpride


Tiger Highlight: MAP Testing Motivation! ✉️ 🐯🌟
Mrs. Meurer’s classes received a special dose of love and encouragement as they embarked on their MAP testing journey. They opened good luck letters from their grownups, setting the stage for testing days filled with positivity. Later, they joined forces to decorate the 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade hallways with colorful decorations, transforming them into spaces of motivation. Keep shining bright, Tigers! #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride











Learning Highlight: Little Authors, Big Achievement! 🐧🌟📝
Mrs. Rivers' Kindergarten class is celebrating a remarkable milestone! Each student has become a published author, contributing to a class collection titled "All About Polar Animals." Their publishing party was a hit, featuring readings of their pages and book-themed snacks.
Congratulations to these budding authors for this impressive achievement! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride











Learning Highlight: Unleashing Imagination with Blackout Poetry at St. James Middle School! 🖌️🐯📖
Recently, our talented 6th-grade students embarked on a creative journey into the world of poetry with Mrs. McCurdy! They dove into the fascinating art of blackout poetry, where they transformed existing texts into stunning works of art by selecting and highlighting words to create new meaning and imagery.
April marked National Poetry Month—a perfect time to honor the power of words and creativity! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride











Mission Monday: Generational Connection! ❤️🐯🤍
Today, we're thrilled to highlight a collaboration between our students and the St. James Senior Center! Citizenship class students at St. James Middle School took our mission to the next level by providing personalized instruction on cell phone usage to members of our local Senior Center.
Through this meaningful interaction, our students not only shared their technological expertise but also built caring relationships with the seniors in our community. By bridging generational divides, they demonstrated the true spirit of our mission.
With more sessions scheduled throughout May, we're committed to strengthening our community partnerships and empowering one another! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride




Check out our Tiger Weekly Highlights! #activities #tigerpride #stjschools
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Tiger Highlight: Celebrating Integrity at St. James Middle School! ❤️🐯🤍
Let's hear it for these stellar students recognized by their teachers for the Fort Leonard Wood Character Award for Integrity! Their commitment to integrity sets a powerful example for our Tiger community.
Join us in applauding Layla Felan, the standout winner! Layla's dedication to integrity shines bright, and we couldn't be prouder. Keep inspiring, Layla! #Integrity #stjschools #tigerpride





Learning Highlight: When Stories Become Art - A Fusion of Imagination and Talent! 📖✨🎨
Mrs. Engelbrecht's 3rd grade ELA classes poured their hearts into writing books last fall, and last week, they had an incredible surprise! Mrs. Hodge's high school art students lent their artistic talents to illustrate these imaginative stories. The joy on the faces of our young authors as they saw their tales come to life was priceless! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride











Celebrating Our Administrative Professionals: The Voices Behind the Scenes! 🌟🐯📞
Today, we honor the heartbeat of our school district: our Administrative Professionals! From the friendly voices that answer our calls to the organizational wizards behind the scenes, your dedication keeps our school running smoothly. Thank you for all that you do to support our students, teachers, and staff. Happy Administrative Professionals Day! #AdminProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #stjschools


Learning Highlight: Kindergarten Blessing Box Service Project Continues! ❤️🐯🤍
Mrs. Cahill & Mrs. Rivers' classes recently filled Trinity Episcopal Church’s Blessing Box with collected items, delivering them in person. Our students' hands-on generosity teaches them the value of helping others!
At St. James R-1, service learning projects like the Blessing Box initiative empower students to lead with empathy. They learn the value of community and compassion, shaping them into future leaders. Together, we're building a brighter, more caring world! #ServiceLearning #stjschools #tigerpride






Tiger Highlight: Triumphs at FBLA State Leadership Conference! 🌟🐯🏆
Earlier this school year, eighteen of our students soared to victory at districts, earning their spot at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Springfield last week, with two Tigers shining on the big stage!
Let's give a round of applause to Johnny Perkins, who clinched the 7th spot in Introduction to Business Communications! Ryan Braun earned an impressive 3rd place in Personal Finance! Now, Braun has the incredible opportunity to represent us at the National FBLA Conference this summer in sunny Orlando, FL!
These remarkable accomplishments not only showcase the dedication and talent of our Tigers but also highlight the invaluable support of FBLA Sponsor, Mrs. Lorts! Way to go, Tigers! #NationalsBound #FBLA #stjschools








