Teacher Clay Workshop at LWJE! ❤️🐯🤍

At the end of the school year, LWJE teachers were invited to an after-hours clay workshop to help test a batch of older clay before it is used with students. What started as a practical check turned into a relaxed, hands-on creative evening.

Teachers shaped and molded pieces of their own while ensuring the clay would fire correctly for upcoming student projects. It was a simple way to combine a little art, a little problem-solving, and a well-deserved creative break to wrap up the year. #ArtsInEducation #stjschools #tigerpride
2 months ago, St. James R-I School District
Woman with glasses holds green bowl with floral design, smiling in a classroom.
A woman in a gray shirt holds a blue ceramic bowl in an office with desks.
A group of people working on pottery in a room with long wooden tables and cabinets.
A person with glasses and a blue shirt holds a cup saying "Mama's 2025" in a kitchen.
A woman with glasses and a necklace holds two red cups and a black walkie-talkie in a classroom.
Two women stand at a table with rolled dough and other items. They are in a room with other people, a rug, and cabinets.
An adult woman wearing glasses and a gray t-shirt smiles while holding a ceramic mug. A classroom with tables and chairs is in the background.
A woman holds a pizza in front of her stomach in a classroom. Desks and chairs are in the background.
Group of adults and children around a table in a classroom with lockers in the background.
Woman with gray sweatshirt holding yellow sun design against background of stacked shelves with colorful paper.
Life Skills Students Explore the Fundamentals of Banking with PCB! ❤️🐯🤍

Students in the Life Skills summer school program continue to benefit from hands-on learning opportunities through guest speakers. Representatives from Phelps County Bank, including Jack Mueller and Emily Johnson, visited with students to discuss the fundamentals of banking.

Students learned about banking services, managing money, and the important role banks play in everyday life. Thank you to Phelps County Bank for sharing your expertise and supporting our students through this valuable community partnership!

#SummerSchool #stjschools #communitypartnerships
2 months ago, St. James R-I School District
A classroom with students seated, a teacher presenting on a projector screen, a whiteboard, and a projector on the ceiling.
A classroom with a teacher standing in front of a whiteboard. Students sit at desks with backpacks.
Summer School Ssssurprise! 🐍❤️🐯🤍

Kindergarten students had a wild time learning about Missouri reptiles with Kendra Swee from Maramec Spring Park! Students met several native reptiles and even had the chance to touch them.

It was all smiles as students interacted with turtles and snakes while learning about Missouri wildlife up close. Thank you, Maramec Spring Park, for your continued partnership!

#SummerSchool #communitypartnerships #stjschools
2 months ago, St. James R-I School District
Several children sit in a circle as a woman holds a small reptile. Behind them is a wooden table.
A person in a blue shirt holds a snake in their hands in a classroom.
A group of children sit in a circle on the floor, listening to an adult who holds a small animal.
A man holds a turtle while young children sit around him, watching. They are in a classroom.
Woman in blue shirt and khaki shorts holds two small animals in each hand. Behind her, a white board with writing, a black television screen, and a table.
Several children sit on the floor, one holding a turtle, while a person in the foreground holds out their hands.
A child holds a snake while kneeling, and a person holds the snake's tail. Others sit nearby, and a couch and coffee table are in the background.
Three people in a room, one with a child. The child holds the adult's hand. A wall has various pictures.
A woman holds a snake with a child in a classroom setting; both are sitting on the floor.
Five children sit on the floor, watching someone hold a snake. They wear casual clothing and sit on a blue mat.
Tiger Trail Update: Connecting Our Campus! 🚧❤️🐯🤍

The Tiger Trail Sidewalk project is starting to take shape! Made possible through the MoDOT TAP Grant, this project will improve safety, accessibility, and connectivity between the elementary campus and the Field Facility for students, staff, and visitors.

We're excited to see the progress being made and look forward to the lasting impact this improvement will have on our Tiger community. For project details, access changes, parking information, and a map of the project area, check out our previous update: https://www.stjschools.org/article/2958877

Thank you for your patience as construction continues this summer!
2 months ago, St. James R-I School District
Newly poured concrete pathway under construction. Trees and greenery visible in the background.
A large orange construction vehicle with a raised bucket on a paved area. Behind it, a stone wall, trees, and construction barriers.
A sidewalk is under construction with exposed tools and dirt. A dirt area is in the background.
A man in a yellow shirt and hat walks past a construction site with orange and white traffic cones.
Construction site with new pavement and orange traffic cones. A white pickup truck is parked nearby.
Empty road with traffic cones and construction equipment. Trees and greenery visible in the background.
StJ Tiger Drama Summer Theater Camp: Finding Nemo Kids! 🐠🎭🤍

Students from all three schools are diving into the world of theater this summer as they learn what it takes to bring Finding Nemo Kids to life. From acting and singing to the many behind-the-scenes roles that make a production possible, campers are exploring every aspect of the stage while growing as performers and supporting one another along the way.

Just keep swimming, Tigers!

#SummerSchool #stjschools #ArtsInEducation
2 months ago, St. James R-I School District
A girl reads a book on stage with two other girls behind her, all wearing casual clothes.
Theater with red chairs. Some people are sitting in rows, and others are standing.
Two spiral-bound books titled "Finding Nemo Kids" with images of fish and sea creatures. The cover shows names of actors and script details.
Girls sit on floor reading "Finding Nemo Kids" books. One girl has dark hair, one has light hair.
A person reads a music book on a stage floor, wearing glasses and a braid with a pink flower.
A group of children singing, holding books, with white fabric curtains in the background.
A woman stands holding a paper in an auditorium; children sit in chairs, facing her, and appear to be listening.
A young girl kneels on a stage, using her hands to adjust a colorful arrangement of fabric and objects.
Students sit on stage with a blue wave behind them.
Kids sit on a grassy field, engaging in a painting activity on a blue tarp. Various art supplies are scattered around them.
Park Day = Best Day! ❤️🐯🤍☀️

1st-grade summer school students took a walking field trip to St. James Park and had a blast climbing, swinging, sliding, and playing with friends! #SummerSchool #stjschools
2 months ago, St. James R-I School District
A young boy in a black t-shirt and shorts stands on a playground structure with green bars. Trees are visible in the background.
Children gather in a playhouse. Four sit on a bench; two stand. Green background with reflections of trees.
Two children play in a playground. One climbs rings while the other stands nearby. A slide is behind them.
A child with a smile grips an overhead bar at a playground. Behind them, a grassy field extends, with trees and a swing.
A young child stands with an adult at a playground. The adult holds the child's hand, and the child looks down.
A man and two young girls are seated on a swing in a grassy park. The background shows trees and a picnic table.
A child wearing an orange t-shirt is upside down on a playground surface with green grass and a yellow flower in the background.
Child sliding down a slide at a park with other children playing on slides and people nearby.
Two children are on swings at a park. A woman stands between them, holding a swing. A building is in the background.
A young child stands on a pull-up bar in an outdoor playground. Green rings are above and the ground is rubbery.

Middle School Students Learn Lifesaving Skills! ❤️🐯🤍

Life Skills students had the opportunity to learn important first aid and CPR skills during summer school through a presentation from Jeff Ward with the St. James Ambulance District. Students gained valuable knowledge about safety, emergency response, and how to help others when it matters most.

A special thank you to the St. James Caring Center for donating 40 new first aid kits for our Life Skills students to take home! These kits will support students as they continue building independence and real-world skills.

We also appreciate Ms. Hilderbrand for making these opportunities possible for our students! #SummerSchool #communitypartnerships #stjschools

3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
A man and two children hold red emergency kits, posing for a picture against a white brick wall.
A man wearing glasses and a black shirt stands in front of a whiteboard. He gestures while speaking.
Two women sit at a table inside a classroom, one holding a pen. A sign says "Humble" and an exit sign.
A document titled "Bleeding Control at Work" lies on a table, partially covered by a yellow pencil.
A man stands, demonstrating a skill to a boy seated at a table in a classroom.
Several students sit at a table inside a classroom with a window showing a grassy area.
A man in a classroom demonstrating CPR techniques on a dummy, with an infant dummy and a whiteboard in the background.
Five children, seated and standing, engage in animated gestures and conversation in a classroom with large windows.
Planning for the Future: Competency-Based Education! ❤️🐯🤍

District educators spent time last week learning more about Competency-Based Education. The morning included a presentation from Dave Williams, principal at Hancock Place, who shared insights and experiences from his work with competency-based learning, and a collaborative work session focused on what this approach could look like in St. James.

#TeacherTuesday #AllRoadsLeadForward #stjschools
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
A man speaks in a classroom. He wears a grey shirt and jeans. He gestures with one hand.
Two men sit in a room. One in a red hat looks at a laptop. The other wears glasses and smokes.
CBE
CBE
CBE
Three women seated in a classroom with a cup and straw on a table between them.
Seeing Things Differently at Summer School! 📸🐯❤️

Tigers put their creativity to work in Forced Perspective Photography, using camera angles, distance, and imagination to create some fun and surprising photos. It's amazing what a different perspective can do! #SummerSchool #stjschools #tigerpride
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
A person stands with arms outstretched on a grassy field, wearing a colorful t-shirt and jeans.
Woman in pink shirt stands with arms wide open in front of building. Children in red shirts stand in background.
Two children stand behind a can of Pepsi, with a brick building in the background.
A woman in a pink shirt stands on a sidewalk with arms wide open, near a school building.
Powered by Community Partnerships! ⚡🐯❤️

Life Skills students welcomed Mr. Aaron Epstein from Intercounty Electric Cooperative Association for a presentation on electricity and electrical safety. Experiences like these help students connect learning to the world around them while building valuable knowledge for the future.

Thank you to Intercounty Electric for investing in our students! #SummerSchool #stjschools #tigerpride
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
Three people in a gym hold a stick in their hands. A man gestures with his index finger.
Two young boys seated at a desk in a classroom, one looking downward, another with hand on chin.
People sit at a table; a man in a blue shirt and cap stands in front of a model.
A classroom with several students. A woman with brown hair is standing next to a girl seated at a table.
Man in a blue shirt pointing at a miniature model of a house and utility poles.
Children and adults are inside a gym, holding hands in a circle. A flag hangs on the wall.
Five students in a classroom, one with glasses and a pink sweater, another in a white shirt.
Two young girls hold hands in a gymnasium, one in a white shirt, the other in a plaid shirt.
A boy wearing a black T-shirt sits with arms crossed. Behind him, a girl writes. They are near a window showing a playground.
A young girl with short blonde hair holding hands with two people in a gymnasium.
Reading Patrol on Duty at LWJE! 🚓📚❤️

Reports of excessive Speed Reading were coming in from all over LWJE during the final week of school! Students were caught blowing past their reading goals and earned official citations from the St. James Police Department. Fortunately, these were the good kind!

A big thank you to the St. James Police Department for helping us celebrate our students' incredible reading achievements. When schools and community partners work together, GREAT things happen for kids!

#communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of children and adults in a room, likely a library. Some hold certificates, and some wear backpacks.
Police officers stand by a projection screen in a classroom. Children sit at desks and listen.
A police officer in uniform hands an item to a young girl with a bracelet, while a woman stands nearby. The scene is indoors with posters on the wall.
A police officer speaks to a girl and other students in a classroom, with tables and chairs.
Two police officers interact with a young boy in a classroom setting; the boy holds a certificate.
Two boys shake hands with police officers in a classroom with a colorful rug and whiteboards.
A police officer stands with a girl in a classroom, speaking to her. Other children sit at tables.
Two police officers talk with a child wearing a Christmas sweater in a classroom. Other children look on.
Police officer shakes hands with two young girls. One girl wears sneakers, the other sandals. Background includes shelves and a tree mural.
Police officers interact with a young boy in a classroom. Bright blue floor, white walls, and colorful decor.
3,000 steps is the goal, and Mrs. DuClos's Walk This Way class is on the move! Summer school learning comes in all forms, including staying active and having fun! ❤️🐯🤍
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of children and an adult, wearing casual clothes, standing on a sidewalk in front of a building.
2nd Grade ABC Countdown Ends with Zoom! ❤️🐯🤍✈️

2nd grade wrapped up their ABC Countdown with “Z for Zip and Zoom” on the last day of school! Students enjoyed a special RC plane flying show thanks to local veteran friends who shared their planes, answered questions, and helped make the morning memorable.

A fun way to wrap up the year and zoom into summer! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
Zoom with second grade. Students pose with RC Plane.
Zoom with second grade. Students pose with RC Plane.
Zoom with second grade. Students pose with RC Plane.
Zoom with second grade. Students pose with RC Plane.
Zoom with second grade. Students pose with RC Plane.
Zoom with second grade. Students pose with RC Plane.
Zoom with second grade. Students pose with RC Plane.
Zoom with second grade. Students pose with RC Plane.
Zoom with second grade. Students pose with RC Plane.
Zoom with second grade. Students pose with RC Plane.
Day one of summer school is in the books! ☀️🐯❤️

Our Tigers are learning, growing, and making the most of every opportunity this summer. All Roads Lead Forward!
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
Four students, with one girl wearing pink hair, sitting and smiling in a row.
A young person practices holding a ball in an indoor gym. Red safety padding lines the wall behind.
A girl with blonde hair holds a yellow container of chalk outside a school with a grassy area.
Two children stand next to each other, smiling. One holds a book titled "Ford Trucks." Behind them, a room has a green wall, a tree, and furniture.
Child in black shirt hangs from a rope swing in front of a building with brick walls and gray roof.
Three children hold toy helmets and balls in front of a brick wall and a small playground.
A person is upside down on a large climbing structure with a slide. Behind them is a building with a slate roof and a steeple.
A young girl with pink shirt and black pants serves a ball in a gym.
Two young girls in a classroom, one with purple hair and the other with curly hair, are both doing puzzles.
Two boys play basketball indoors; one dribbles, the other reaches out; court has red line.
Glow Party + Floor is Lava = End of Year Fun! ❤️🐯🤍

4th-grade students in Ms. Bowen and Ms. Frisbee’s classes kept the learning going right up to the last days of school with a Glow Party and a Floor is Lava review challenge! Students put their skills to the test while having fun reviewing what they learned throughout the year. Learning was still in full swing all the way to summer break! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
A classroom setting with children gathered around a table filled with snacks and beverages.
Bright sign with "WELCOME to our GLOW party!" displayed against a colorful background.
Two children, a girl and a boy, are standing on green mats in a classroom. A long desk is behind them.
Two girls in a classroom with purple lighting, seated at a desk. One holds a pink object.
Two young boys standing on a table in a classroom. One boy is raising his arms.
A person sits at a table in a room with a low-light setting and a green glow on their shirt.
A wooden table displays a paper with a rock drawing and another paper with text. Behind the table is a red wall with text.
Two people play a game of Twister on a floor, wearing bright neon clothing. Shelves and tables in background.
A classroom with desks and chairs, students doing exercises, colorful mats, a whiteboard, and a window.
Four girls are standing in a room with a glowing purple background. One wears a green shirt and white shorts.
5th Graders Spawned a Real World Adventure at Maramec Spring Park! ❤️🐯⛏️

Earlier this month, 5th-grade students headed to Maramec Spring Park for a hands-on Minecraft-themed adventure! Students explored the park while gathering materials for their “forges,” using teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills along the way.

From crafting ideas to exploring the outdoors, this field trip brought classroom learning to life in a fun and memorable way. Thank you to our community partners for helping make experiences like this possible for our students! #stjschools #tigerpride
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
A group of children and adults are gathered around a cave entrance, sitting on rocks. Some wear hats.
Children play on an outdoor climbing structure. One child hangs upside down, smiling. Another child is on the structure to the side.
A group of individuals in casual clothing poses in front of an old stone archway. Some wear hats.
A woman addresses a group of children at a picnic table. The group sits on a bench. Trees and grass are in the background.
A group of children and adults standing by a lake, with a sign reading "Fishing: No Fishing."
A group of girls sit at a picnic table, wearing casual clothing and sneakers. Behind them, people sit at another table.
Two boys stand atop white and black figures at a playground, one holding a bar. Trees and a grassy area are behind them.
Six children are sitting at a picnic table, using building blocks. One of them is wearing glasses.
Two girls, one in white and one in red, work together at a table with wooden pieces. Behind them, another person stands near a car.
Five children work together at a picnic table. One is seated while the others lean over the table.
2nd Grade Students Celebrated for Growth and Character! 🚴‍♀️❤️🐯

During last week’s LWJE Awards Assembly, several 2nd-grade students were awarded new bikes! These students stood out all year for consistently demonstrating positive behavior, kindness, and personal growth, reflecting our Portrait of a Graduate values.

Thank you to 2K Horizontal Construction, Strive 365, Phelps County Bank, and Maries County Bank for making this unforgettable moment possible. Your partnership helps us celebrate student growth!

#communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
Group of children with bicycles in a gym. A basketball hoop and flag are in the background.
A girl in a blue shirt holds a paper while standing next to a white bicycle. Behind her, two women stand, one wearing a blue jacket and the other a black dress.
A young girl stands between two bicycles in a room with a red partition. Other adults stand behind the bicycles.
Girls stand beside bikes in a gym with a red wall and a white ceiling. Other adults stand behind them.
Congratulations to Mrs. Doddema and Mrs. McWhorter on receiving the Association for Middle Level Education 2026 Adult Advocate Award during the Middle School Awards Ceremonies! ❤️🐯🤍

This recognition honors their outstanding advocacy and dedication to supporting students, especially those who need it most. Thank you for the care, encouragement, and support you pour into our students each day.
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
Two women standing in a gym holding certificates and flower pots, one woman holding a white certificate.
A Sweet Start to Summer! ☀️🐯🍧

LWJE Field Day fun got even cooler last week with a special visit from Kona Ice at the elementary! Students wrapped up the school year with games, laughs, and a sweet treat to celebrate the start of summer break.

What a fun way to close out an amazing year! #SummerBreak #stjschools #tigerpride
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
Group of girls sitting on gravel outdoors. Each holds a cup, two with straws. Smiling, one in pink jacket, one in black, one in purple.
Kona Ice visits the elementary.
Kona Ice visits the elementary.
Kona Ice visits the elementary.
Kona Ice visits the elementary.
Kona Ice visits the elementary.
Kona Ice visits the elementary.
Kona Ice visits the elementary.
Kona Ice visits the elementary.
Kona Ice visits the elementary.
This Memorial Day, the St. James R-1 School District pauses to honor and remember the brave men and women who served our country with courage and selflessness. We are grateful for their sacrifice and service. ❤️🤍💙
3 months ago, St. James R-I School District
Memorial Day text on a red background with an American flag. A logo with "STJ" in red appears below the text.