Our amazing Kindergarten Teachers are all smiles and ready to welcome the Class of 2039 today at Kindergarten Entrance Conferences!
We can’t wait to see our newest Saints at Kindergarten Jumpstart next week. It’s going to be a wonderful beginning to their school journey!
We can’t wait to see our newest Saints at Kindergarten Jumpstart next week. It’s going to be a wonderful beginning to their school journey!
✏️ Northside Elementary School 2026-2027 Supply Lists! 🎒🖍️
It’s time to get ready for the 2026–2027 school year! Northside Elementary families can view school supply lists for Kindergarten through 5th Grade.
Check your child’s grade-level list and get a head start on your back-to-school shopping! 🛒✏️📓
🔗 View the 2026–2027 Northside Elementary School Supply Lists here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hH5lW9Z0I1lRwUHzslrNSuXQqriKaK9BLvJvCjoxUPE/edit?usp=sharing
We’re looking forward to another great year at Northside Elementary! 🏫💙
#NorthsideElementary #BackToSchool #SchoolSupplies #SchoolSupplyList #ReadyForSchool
It’s time to get ready for the 2026–2027 school year! Northside Elementary families can view school supply lists for Kindergarten through 5th Grade.
Check your child’s grade-level list and get a head start on your back-to-school shopping! 🛒✏️📓
🔗 View the 2026–2027 Northside Elementary School Supply Lists here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hH5lW9Z0I1lRwUHzslrNSuXQqriKaK9BLvJvCjoxUPE/edit?usp=sharing
We’re looking forward to another great year at Northside Elementary! 🏫💙
#NorthsideElementary #BackToSchool #SchoolSupplies #SchoolSupplyList #ReadyForSchool
🎟️ Game day is going digital! St. James Public Schools is moving to digital-first ticketing. Scan the QR code or go to this link: https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/stjames/tickets, select your event, and purchase your tickets before you arrive. Plan ahead and cheer on the Saints! ❤️🖤
Looking forward to welcoming our Class of 2039 Kindergarteners and their families!
Hello, August!
We’re excited to welcome the 2026–2027 school year! Now is the perfect time to review the academic calendar and begin planning for another wonderful year of learning, growth, and memorable moments.
View the calendar here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/16uUOimDwJRHqdyRdh15_cyM8yDFZmk93LfYJx_vWwfk/edit?tab=t.gkcqm84z36un
You can also find the calendar on our school website.
Let’s make it a fantastic year! Go Saints!
We’re excited to welcome the 2026–2027 school year! Now is the perfect time to review the academic calendar and begin planning for another wonderful year of learning, growth, and memorable moments.
View the calendar here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/16uUOimDwJRHqdyRdh15_cyM8yDFZmk93LfYJx_vWwfk/edit?tab=t.gkcqm84z36un
You can also find the calendar on our school website.
Let’s make it a fantastic year! Go Saints!
SJPS is proud to announce that Jerika Ziermann is joining #NorthsideStJ as a 4th Grade Teacher.
Please help us welcome Jerika to the Saints Family!
#GoSaints #SaintsStrong
SJPS is proud to announce that Mara Pauling is joining #StJamesMSHS as a Special Education Teacher.
Please help us welcome back this St. James graduate into the Saints Family!
STEAM Camp 2026 officially came to a close today!
This year’s Wild & Wise STEAM Camp, made possible through achievement and integration funding, brought together 151 students from St. James, Madelia, Lake Crystal, Truman, and Maple River for an exciting two weeks of learning, creativity, and exploration.
A special thank-you to STEAM Camp Coordinator Sue Harris and all the teachers and support staff who made this incredible opportunity possible for our students!
A fun day of challenges and puzzles as SBTB kids engaged in an escape room today!
Group 1 finished in 47 minutes and Group 2 finished in 39 minutes! Way to go!
The track enhancement project is complete!
Our newly refreshed track will reopen for walking and running on Thursday, August 6. Thank you for your patience throughout the project, we’re excited for our students and community to enjoy its fresh new look!
#SaintsPride #GoSaints
Our newly refreshed track will reopen for walking and running on Thursday, August 6. Thank you for your patience throughout the project, we’re excited for our students and community to enjoy its fresh new look!
#SaintsPride #GoSaints
Exciting improvements are underway at St. James Middle Senior High School!
Work on a new stage floor begins today, while crews continue making progress on the MSHS roofing project. These investments will help maintain and improve our facilities for students, staff, and the community for years to come.
We appreciate everyone’s patience as crews and equipment move throughout the campus. We look forward to sharing more progress along the way!
#SaintsStrong #BuildingForTheFuture
📣 St. James students and families participating in activities are invited to attend our Activities Meeting on Wednesday, August 5, at 5:30 p.m. in the Little Theater.
Families will learn about the Activities Handbook, student and family expectations, and how to use the Bound platform. We look forward to seeing you there!
St. James Public Schools
📣 Los estudiantes y las familias de St. James que participan en actividades están invitados a nuestra Reunión de Actividades el miércoles 5 de agosto a las 5:30 p. m. en el Teatro Pequeño.
Las familias conocerán el Manual de Actividades, las expectativas para los estudiantes y sus familias, y cómo utilizar la plataforma Bound. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
St. James Public Schools
Families will learn about the Activities Handbook, student and family expectations, and how to use the Bound platform. We look forward to seeing you there!
St. James Public Schools
📣 Los estudiantes y las familias de St. James que participan en actividades están invitados a nuestra Reunión de Actividades el miércoles 5 de agosto a las 5:30 p. m. en el Teatro Pequeño.
Las familias conocerán el Manual de Actividades, las expectativas para los estudiantes y sus familias, y cómo utilizar la plataforma Bound. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
St. James Public Schools
SJPS is proud to announce that Randy Shideler is returning to #NorthsideStJ as an ELD teacher.
Please help us welcome Randy back to the Saints Family!
Please help us welcome Randy back to the Saints Family!
SJPS is proud to announce that Kelli Struchen is joining #NorthsideStJ as a second grade teacher!
Please help us welcome Kelli to the Saints Family!
Please help us welcome Kelli to the Saints Family!
DISTRICT 840 FOUNDATION DIRECTOR - Position Available!
PART TIME POSITION
Very flexible!
20 hours per week
Includes PERA benefits
MAKE AN IMPACT WORK WITH OUR BOARD TO CREATE GRANT OPPORTUNITIES AND SUPPORT THE STUDENTS & STAFF OF DISTRICT 840.
Interested?
FOR QUESTIONS OR TO PICK UP A PAPER COPY OF THE APPLICATION - CONTACT THE DISTRICT OFFICE 507-375-5974.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• COORDINATE FUNDRAISERS
• SUPPORT BOARD MEETINGS
• MANAGE WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA
• WRITE NEWSLETTERS
• WORK WITH DONORS, ALUMNI & BUSINESSES
• COORDINATE VOLUNTEERS
• AND MORE!
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Strong communication
• Organized & self-motivated
• Event planning/fundraising experience preferred
• Comfortable with social media
• Build strong community relationships
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE DISTRICT OFFICE BY 08/07/2026
PART TIME POSITION
Very flexible!
20 hours per week
Includes PERA benefits
MAKE AN IMPACT WORK WITH OUR BOARD TO CREATE GRANT OPPORTUNITIES AND SUPPORT THE STUDENTS & STAFF OF DISTRICT 840.
Interested?
FOR QUESTIONS OR TO PICK UP A PAPER COPY OF THE APPLICATION - CONTACT THE DISTRICT OFFICE 507-375-5974.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• COORDINATE FUNDRAISERS
• SUPPORT BOARD MEETINGS
• MANAGE WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA
• WRITE NEWSLETTERS
• WORK WITH DONORS, ALUMNI & BUSINESSES
• COORDINATE VOLUNTEERS
• AND MORE!
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Strong communication
• Organized & self-motivated
• Event planning/fundraising experience preferred
• Comfortable with social media
• Build strong community relationships
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE DISTRICT OFFICE BY 08/07/2026
📚 WE’RE HIRING: 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER!
St. James Public Schools is seeking an enthusiastic, student-centered educator to join the St. James Middle/Senior High School team for the 2026–2027 school year.
The successful candidate will provide engaging, standards-aligned instruction in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking while helping students successfully transition into middle school.
📅 Start Date: August 20, 2026
📍 Location: St. James, Minnesota
⏳ Application Deadline: Open until filled
Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and a valid Minnesota teaching license appropriate for the assignment, or eligibility to obtain one. Experience teaching middle school English language arts and supporting diverse learners is preferred.
Join a collaborative school community committed to helping every student learn, grow, and succeed!
Apply today or share this opportunity with a great educator!
🔗 View the complete posting and apply: https://www.applitrack.com/ISD840/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=High+School+Teaching
St. James Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
#SaintsPride #NowHiring #TeachingJobs #EnglishLanguageArts #StJamesPublicSchools
St. James Public Schools is seeking an enthusiastic, student-centered educator to join the St. James Middle/Senior High School team for the 2026–2027 school year.
The successful candidate will provide engaging, standards-aligned instruction in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking while helping students successfully transition into middle school.
📅 Start Date: August 20, 2026
📍 Location: St. James, Minnesota
⏳ Application Deadline: Open until filled
Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and a valid Minnesota teaching license appropriate for the assignment, or eligibility to obtain one. Experience teaching middle school English language arts and supporting diverse learners is preferred.
Join a collaborative school community committed to helping every student learn, grow, and succeed!
Apply today or share this opportunity with a great educator!
🔗 View the complete posting and apply: https://www.applitrack.com/ISD840/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=High+School+Teaching
St. James Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
#SaintsPride #NowHiring #TeachingJobs #EnglishLanguageArts #StJamesPublicSchools
SJPS is proud to announce that Lucia Kulseth is joining #NorthsideStJ as an ELD teacher.
Please help us welcome back this St. James graduate into the Saints Family!
Please help us welcome back this St. James graduate into the Saints Family!
📣 Reminder: School Board Candidate Filing Is Open!
Three seats on the St. James Public Schools Board of Education will be on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
🗓 Filing deadline: Tuesday, July 28 at 5:00 p.m.
💲 Filing fee: $2
📍 District Office at Armstrong School
500 3rd Ave S, St. James
To schedule an appointment, contact Jodi Hurley at jhurley@isd840.org or 507-375-5974 or stop into the district office.
Learn more: https://www.stjames.k12.mn.us/o/sjpsd/page/school-board-elections
Your voice and leadership can make a difference!
#StJamesPublicSchools #ISD840 #SchoolBoard #CommunityLeadership
Three seats on the St. James Public Schools Board of Education will be on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
🗓 Filing deadline: Tuesday, July 28 at 5:00 p.m.
💲 Filing fee: $2
📍 District Office at Armstrong School
500 3rd Ave S, St. James
To schedule an appointment, contact Jodi Hurley at jhurley@isd840.org or 507-375-5974 or stop into the district office.
Learn more: https://www.stjames.k12.mn.us/o/sjpsd/page/school-board-elections
Your voice and leadership can make a difference!
#StJamesPublicSchools #ISD840 #SchoolBoard #CommunityLeadership
SJPS is proud to announce that Nicole Blom is joining #St.JamesMSHS as a Special Education Teacher!
Please help us welcome Nicole to the Saints Family!
Please help us welcome Nicole to the Saints Family!
📣 ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION IS NOW LIVE!
Online registration for the 2026–2027 St. James activities season is officially open through our new Bound platform!
To register:
1️⃣ Visit https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/stjames
2️⃣ Log in with your existing Bound account—or create a new family account
3️⃣ Add your student and select the activity registration you would like to complete
The attached English and Spanish guides provide step-by-step instructions. Bound will bring registration, schedules, communication, and activity information together in one convenient location.
🔴⚫ Register today and get ready for another great year of Saints activities!
📣 ¡LAS INSCRIPCIONES PARA ACTIVIDADES YA ESTÁN ABIERTAS!
¡La inscripción en línea para la temporada de actividades 2026–2027 de St. James ya está disponible oficialmente a través de nuestra nueva plataforma Bound!
Para inscribirse:
1️⃣ Visite https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/stjames
2️⃣ Inicie sesión con su cuenta de Bound actual o cree una nueva cuenta familiar
3️⃣ Agregue a su estudiante y seleccione la actividad en la que desea inscribirlo
Las guías adjuntas en inglés y español incluyen instrucciones paso a paso. Bound reunirá las inscripciones, los horarios, la comunicación y la información sobre actividades en un solo lugar conveniente.
🔴⚫ ¡Inscríbase hoy y prepárese para otro gran año de actividades de los Saints!
Online registration for the 2026–2027 St. James activities season is officially open through our new Bound platform!
To register:
1️⃣ Visit https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/stjames
2️⃣ Log in with your existing Bound account—or create a new family account
3️⃣ Add your student and select the activity registration you would like to complete
The attached English and Spanish guides provide step-by-step instructions. Bound will bring registration, schedules, communication, and activity information together in one convenient location.
🔴⚫ Register today and get ready for another great year of Saints activities!
📣 ¡LAS INSCRIPCIONES PARA ACTIVIDADES YA ESTÁN ABIERTAS!
¡La inscripción en línea para la temporada de actividades 2026–2027 de St. James ya está disponible oficialmente a través de nuestra nueva plataforma Bound!
Para inscribirse:
1️⃣ Visite https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/stjames
2️⃣ Inicie sesión con su cuenta de Bound actual o cree una nueva cuenta familiar
3️⃣ Agregue a su estudiante y seleccione la actividad en la que desea inscribirlo
Las guías adjuntas en inglés y español incluyen instrucciones paso a paso. Bound reunirá las inscripciones, los horarios, la comunicación y la información sobre actividades en un solo lugar conveniente.
🔴⚫ ¡Inscríbase hoy y prepárese para otro gran año de actividades de los Saints!
