St. James R-1 School District

Congratulations to our March Leading the Tiger Way winners! ❤️🐯🤍 Lucy Wortham James Elementary: Jennifer Henderson and Lisa Bauman St. James Middle School: Matt Wisdom and Kiah Robinson St. James R-1 High School: Roger Payne and Carla Treece The "Leading the Tiger Way" teacher and staff of the month program is designed to spotlight one teacher and one classified staff from each building every month. We want to recognize our most dedicated and talented employees. This program allows each staff member an opportunity to nominate a peer who exemplifies the character and professional traits we strive for as a District. #TeacherTuesday #leadingthetigerway #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: Cracking the Berlin Wall Escape! ❤️🐯🤍 Students at St. James R-1 High School recently took on the role of codebreakers in American History class. Working together in teams, students solved a series of clues related to the construction of the Berlin Wall and the daring escape attempts that followed. Each clue brought them one step closer to "escaping" the classroom scenario, reinforcing their understanding of this key moment in global history. Hands-on, collaborative learning like this helps bring the past to life—proving once again that GREAT things happen here. #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Happy National Library Week! In our district libraries, students explore endless possibilities that help build a GREAT foundation for success. We’re lucky in St. James to have both the wonderful James Memorial Public Library and our school libraries, each providing vital resources that support classroom learning and strengthen our Tiger community! #NationalLibraryWeek #stjschools #tigerpride

Mission Monday: Celebrating Our Assistant Principals! 🎉🐯🍎 This week, we’re proud to celebrate National Assistant Principals Week by shining a light on the incredible leaders who help us live out our mission each day! 🌟 Mrs. Victoria Abel & Mrs. Traci Bahr – Lucy Wortham James Elementary 🌟 Mrs. Becky Daniels – St. James Middle School 🌟 Mr. Bryan Carty – St. James R-1 High School Our assistant principals go above and beyond to make GREAT things happen here. Thank you for your leadership, your heart, and your commitment to our students and staff! #MissionMonday #AssistantPrincipalsWeek #stjschools

Check out our Tiger Weekly Highlights! #activities #tigerpride #stjschools For more information on Tiger Events: https://www.stjschools.org/page/athletics-and-activities

Happy National School Librarian Day! ❤️🐯🤍 Our librarians do more than check out books—they help students ask big questions, think critically, and explore new ideas. 📚 Hope Hunter & Brandy Dunn | LWJE 📚 Erin McCurdy | Middle School 📚 Cheryl Harlan | High School Thank you for empowering students to think deeply, dream boldly, and never stop learning! #NationalSchoolLibrarianDay #stjschools #tigerpride

🌟 Tiger Highlight: Celebrating Courage at Lucy Wortham James Elementary! 🌟 In March, LWJE students rose to the challenge and acted with courage. Whether it was standing up for what's right, trying something new, or pushing through a tough moment, bravery was on full display. March's Word of the Month was COURAGE! Throughout each month, students across all grade levels will participate in engaging classroom challenges that encourage them to embody the “Word of the Month” in their daily lives. At the end of the month, each classroom teacher will select a student who has truly embraced the spirit of the word. These students will be recognized as "Students of the Month.” Join us in celebrating the LWJE March Students of the Month—recognized for showing what real courage looks like every single day. 👏 #Courage #stjschools #tigerpride

Tiger Highlight: Read Run Serve in Action at James Memorial Public Library! ❤️🐯📚 Earlier this week, Read Run Serve students went above and beyond by donating books to the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Watching these students take action to support literacy and share their love of reading is nothing short of inspiring. Their generosity is a reminder that big changes start with small, meaningful steps. Thank you for making our community stronger, one book at a time! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: Science & Engineering Fun! 🎈🐯🤍 The STJ Middle School STEM Club explored surface tension by experimenting with balloons. The elastic polymers in balloons allow them to stretch, and when punctured slowly in the right spots, they don’t pop! Then, students got creative with engineering, building everything from baskets to roller coasters using just paper plates and limited supplies. Our Tigers are proving that creativity and problem-solving go hand in hand! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: Bringing Percy Jackson to Life! ⚡🐯🎭 STJ Tiger Drama students are putting the final touches on The Lightning Thief: A Percy Jackson Musical! From stage rehearsals to behind-the-scenes prop work, our cast and crew are bringing this epic adventure to life. The show kicks off next week—mark your calendars and come support talented students from every building! See all the details here: https://www.stjschools.org/article/2070772 #ArtsInEducation #stjschools #tigerpride

Paraprofessionals are the extra hands, hearts, and support that help students succeed every day! From guiding learning to building relationships, their impact is HUGE. See all our superstars here: https://bit.ly/3E3XYMm Today, we celebrate and thank them for making GREAT things happen! ❤️🐯🤍#ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay #stjschools #tigerpride

🎉 COMING SOON - MAP & EOC Spirit Week: April 21-25! 🎉 Get ready to show your Tiger Spirit as we gear up for state testing! Each day will have a fun theme to help students get motivated and excited to do their best. Check out the details in the graphic below! #SpiritWeek #stjschools #tigerpride

Tiger Highlight: 7th Graders Taking the Lead! ❤️🐯🤍 In Mr. Sider’s advisory class, students are making a difference! For 30 minutes, Monday through Thursday, they take on service projects around their building. This hands-on experience is open to 7th graders who stayed on top of their assignments in 6th and 7th grade, giving them the opportunity to contribute to their school, take on new challenges, and build valuable skills. GREAT things happen when students step up to serve! #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: Future Dentists in Training! 🦷🐯✨ Ms. Cindy’s preschoolers stepped into the world of dentistry recently, taking turns as both dentists and patients! They practiced greeting patients, guiding them to the dental chair, and even created bar graphs based on how many teeth their friends had in each quadrant. They also learned the importance of brushing twice daily, flossing, and even brushing their tongues (because no one wants bad breath!). To top it off, each student went home with a new toothbrush and toothpaste—ready to keep those smiles shining! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Mission Monday: Empowered to Make a Difference! ❤️🐯🤍 At St. James Middle School, students don’t just learn about citizenship—they live it. Our Citizenship class took the lead once again, organizing a food drive to support the St. James Caring Center. This is what happens when students are empowered—they step up, take action, and make a difference. GREAT things happen here—because our students lead the way! #MissionMonday #communitypartnerships #stjschools

Learning Highlight: Cracking the Code in the Library!📱🐯🔐 First graders had a blast in the library as they teamed up for a math breakout challenge! Using their current math skills, they worked together to solve puzzles and unlock clues on the iPads. It was a fun way to bring learning to life, and they couldn’t wait to crack the final code! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

🐯JOIN OUR TEAM! 🐯 GREAT things happen here—because of GREAT people like you! St. James R-1 School District is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and make a lasting impact on our students and community. Explore current opportunities and apply today at www.stjschools.org – Click "Job Opportunities" at the top of the page!

Learning Highlight: Signing the Story for Tiger Cubs! 📚🐯✋ Middle School ASL Club students had an incredible time visiting the Tiger Cubs to share the magic of stories in a whole new way! They read books to the little ones using American Sign Language, making reading fun and accessible for all. GREAT things happen when students connect with and inspire the next generation of Tigers! #caringrelationships #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: Powering Up Education with Electrical Safety! ⚡🐯💡 Our fourth-grade students learned about energy, electric currents, and electrical safety, all thanks to our amazing partner, Intercounty Electric Cooperative Association! Abe Epstein led a fun session that brought their classroom lessons on circuits, conductors, and staying safe with electricity to life. Together, we’re lighting the way to success! #communitypartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride

This Spring, we’re continuing a new chapter of our Heart of a Tiger series, celebrating those who embody the spirit, dedication, and passion of St. James! 🌟 Episode 2: Meet Kim Hoak, English Teacher at St. James Middle School, and Community Leader! 🌟 With a heart for giving, a passion for community outreach, and a gift for making everyone feel like family, Kim is an incredible part of our school community. Don’t miss her inspiring story in Heart of a Tiger! ❤️🐯🤍 WATCH THE VIDEO HERE: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGiTEKHd9o/t8UEtyfiCJa79xXrGnlo6g/watch?utm_content=DAGiTEKHd9o&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hcc450d7998