St. James R-1 School District

Learning Highlight: Conflict Resolution with "The Butter Battle!" 🧈🔎🐯 The tale of "The Butter Battle" by Dr. Seuss imparts invaluable lessons to students on the importance of acceptance and embracing diverse perspectives. In Mrs. Witt’s kindergarten class, students dove into this theme by voicing opinions and working together. They made homemade butter and then conducted a taste test—toast with butter on top versus underneath. This engaging activity instilled valuable lessons in teamwork and critical thinking! We believe in hands-on learning that sparks curiosity and empowers students through exploration and discovery! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

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Learning Highlight: Hands-On Volcanic Adventure! 🌋🌎🔍 Mrs. Fleshman's second graders dove into the world of science with a hands-on experiment! From mixing ingredients to witnessing quick changes to our Earth, these young scientists crafted their own volcanoes! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

Destination: State! St. James R-1 Choir Students Aim High! 🎶🐯❤️ We are thrilled to announce the outstanding achievements of our choir students at the recent District Contest held at ECC in Union. Heading to State with exemplary performances are the Astra Stars and 7 Soloists! Congratulations to all our amazing performers! Best of luck at the State competition - we know you'll continue to shine! 🌟 #StateBound #stjschools #tigerpride

🎶 Celebrating Music in Our Schools Month at St. James R-1 School District! 🎵 From heartwarming performances to unforgettable moments, our talented students and dedicated music educators have been creating magic through the power of music all this year! Join us as we honor Music in Our Schools Month with a glimpse into the melody-filled world of our music education program! Watch the video here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAF_akGWjws/RupAig7ZeSK1-1bxvr8Gkg/watch?utm_content=DAF_akGWjws&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

Tonight's Board of Education meeting was extra special as we recognized our outstanding Beta students from all three buildings who qualified for Nationals this summer! Over 50 shining stars were acknowledged for their achievements. These Beta champs are Savannah-bound! Let's support them every step of the way! 🏆🌟 #BoardRecognition #stjschoools #tigerpride

From 5th Grade to the Stage: Exploring Arts in Education! 🎵🐯❤️ Yesterday, our talented band and choir students brought musical inspiration to our 5th graders, giving them a preview of the fine arts awaiting them at St. James Middle School. From trying out different instruments to performances, 5th graders explored the different options available next year. As big transitions approach, our teachers are here to guide and empower students for what lies ahead! At St. James R-1 School District, empowerment isn't just a goal—it's our commitment to unlocking the full potential of every student! #ArtsInEducation #stjschools #tigerpride

🌟 Learning Highlight: Empowering Change Through Creativity! 🌟 In partnership with Missouri Department of Transportation's "No MOre Trash!" campaign, middle school citizenship students participated in the Trash-Can Decorating Contest. They transformed a plain old trash can into a masterpiece, featuring none other than the iconic Oscar the Grouch. Our students didn't just stop at decorating! They took action by cleaning up the ditches in front of our school, collecting trash to incorporate into their project. Let's turn Oscar's frown upside down together, as we pledge to "Feed the Can, Man!" instead of littering. Together, we can make a difference in keeping our community clean and green. 💚🔄 Kudos to our amazing students for their dedication to promoting a cleaner, greener future! #NoMOreTrash #stjschools #tigerpride

'80s Day at St. James R-1 School District! 📻 🍿🎬 Get ready to flashback to the '80s this Friday! Dust off your neon, tease up your hair, and join us for a totally rad dress-up day! Our PTO and LWJE Library are teaming up for a night of fun featuring a Live Museum with interactive displays. Afterward, enjoy some popcorn and a screening of "Honey, I Shrunk The Kids!" This event is FREE for all our Tigers! 🐯 Thank you to the PTO for providing amazing opportunities for our families. See you there! #80sDay #PTO #stjschoools

🌟 Mission Monday: Empowering Experiences! 🌟 St. James Middle School students in Mr. Perona's Citizenship classes journeyed to Jefferson City for a day filled with learning and engagement. Meeting State Representative Tara Peters and Governor Mike Parson at the Governor's Mansion ignited a passion for civic responsibility. They also explored the Missouri State Penitentiary which provided hands-on insight into our state's history. Hands-on learning experiences empower our students, where they not only learn within our classrooms but also through real-world encounters! #MissionMonday #stjschools #tigerpride

Check out our Tiger Weekly Highlights! #activities #tigerpride #stjschools For a list of upcoming Tiger Events: https://www.stjschools.org/o/sjhs/events

Tiger Highlight: Celebrating Our State FFA Degree Achievers! 🚜🐯🌾 We are thrilled to announce that seven St. James FFA students will be awarded their State FFA Degree this year! This honor is bestowed upon FFA members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their chapter, Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs) and have truly embodied the spirit of the Missouri State FFA Organization. Please join us in congratulating our students: 🏅Elijah Barnett, 🏅Emily Douglas, 🏅Alexus Freeman, 🏅Chloe Gipson, 🏅Alexis Mullins, 🏅Logan Nothnagel, 🏅Caleb Strackeljahn. We are incredibly proud of your achievements, Tigers! #FFAProud #stjschools #tigerpride

Learning Highlight: Hands-On Science with 8th Grade!🔬🐯🔍 Budding scientists in Mr. Lewis's 8th-grade class focused on the fundamentals of reading graduated cylinders when measuring liquids during an exciting lab session. Building upon their knowledge, students participated in hands-on experiments, reinforcing skills essential for their exploration of solids, liquids, and gases. Stay tuned as our students continue their journey into the world of science! #academicexcellence #stjschools #tigerpride

SPRING FORWARD! ⏰⏩ Don’t forget to set your clocks AHEAD one hour this weekend, Tigers! Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 10, 2024. #stjschools

St. James R-1 Attends MOJOE Career Fair in Columbia! ❤️🐯🤍 Superintendent Mr. Webster and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Williams recently represented our district at the MOJOE Career Fair at Mizzou! Our leaders are actively engaged in recruitment efforts to bring the best talent to our schools. 🎉 If you're passionate about education and making a difference, explore our current job postings, learn more about our community, and apply on our website: www.stjschools.org. Every day is a great day to be a Tiger! #NowHiring #stjschools #tigerpride

Tiger Highlight: St. James DECA Excels at State Conference! 🐯🏅🎉 At the recent State Career Development Conference in Kansas City, ten of our DECA members showcased their skills! Among them, Justin Taylor, a first-year competitor, secured an impressive 6th place in his event. This marks a historic achievement for St. James, as Justin becomes the FIRST student from our district to reach the top 10 at the state level and be recognized on stage, qualifying him for Nationals. Let's celebrate DECA’s accomplishments! 👏🎊 #DECA #stjschools #tigerpride"

Learning Highlight: High School and Tiger Cubs Unite for Artistic Adventure! 🐯🎨🖌️ The LWJE art department had a special visit from Mrs. Hance and our talented high school yearbook students! They brought big help and even bigger smiles to assist our Tiger Cubs with a Spring art project! Each Tiger Cub classroom is in for a treat - they're getting a sneak peek of what awaits them in art next year! We love seeing the relationships built through collaborative efforts between our high school and elementary students. Let's continue to inspire, create, and build meaningful connections through the magic of art! #ArtsInEducation #CaringRelationships #STJSchools

Tiger Highlight: Beta Success at State Conventions! 🐯🏆 Hats off to our Middle School Junior Beta and High School Senior Beta for their outstanding achievements at their respective state conventions last week! St. James High School Senior Beta Club had 29 participants this year, each showcasing excellence across multiple events. From Academics like the Book Battle competition to Visual and Performing Arts, our students excelled. One student ran for state office, proudly representing our district! With 8 students securing Top 5 positions, they've earned coveted spots to compete at Nationals! Meanwhile, the St. James Middle School Junior Beta soared with 52 participants. Their dedication paid off with Top 5 rankings in 3 distinct areas—Fiber Arts, Apparel Design, and Solo-Duo-Trio Performance. Way to go, Tigers! Savannah, brace yourself! Our students are set to bring #TigerPride from every corner of our district this summer! #Nationals #stjschools

🌟 Exploring Futures in Education! 🌟 Yesterday, our St. James FTA & Grow Your Own Initiative hosted an incredible Careers in Education Summit! 🍎✨ Students had the opportunity to hear from guest speakers, Katie Moreland and Brook Fleshman, who shared invaluable insights and experiences in the field of education. Afterward, students visited with representatives from multiple universities who offered information about their education programs. Thank you to our guest speakers, FTA, and Ms. Shultz for opening doors to aspiring educators, allowing them to explore the world of education! Here's to nurturing the future teachers of tomorrow! #stjschools #tigerpride #GrowYourOwn 🌱

Tiger Highlight: 3rd-Grade Collects Books for James Memorial Public Library! 📚 Our 3rd graders roared into action with their recent service learning project! They organized a book drive in support of the upcoming Friends of the Library Book Sale at James Memorial Public Library! Over 400 books were collected! Empowering our students to make a positive impact in our community is at the heart of our mission. Keep up the great work, Tigers! ❤️🐯🤍#CommunityPartnerships #stjschools #tigerpride