At this morning's staff workshop. superintendent Dawson recognized five teachers who earned tenure.
Tenured teachers pictured below, L-R, Ty Kaus, Emilie Kaus, Laurie Bartsch, Travis Sletta, & Kaylyn Burr.
Congratulations to these well-deserving educators!
#SaintsStrong #SJPS

SJPS staff are getting their day started with Unit 5, Part 1 of LETRS training. Kicking off year 2 of a 2-year professional learning journey!

The Middle School/High School Open house is this Wednesday, August 27th, from 4pm-8pm. 9th Grade Link will take place in the cafeteria from 6:30pm-7:30pm. The first day for all 6-12 students is on Tuesday, September 2nd.
See you soon!
See you soon!

Kindergarten Jumpstart 2025 was a success!
Our Class of 2038 spent the week exploring their classrooms, making new friends, and beginning their journey as Saints! The smiles, laughter, and curiosity we saw were the perfect start to an exciting school year ahead!
Our Class of 2038 spent the week exploring their classrooms, making new friends, and beginning their journey as Saints! The smiles, laughter, and curiosity we saw were the perfect start to an exciting school year ahead!







We’re excited to welcome our new staff members to St. James Public Schools today!
Their energy, passion, and dedication will help us continue building a strong future for our students. #GoSaints #WeAreStJames


The New St James 75th anniversary wrestling mat for SJM Wrestling has arrived!
Donated by the 75th Anniversary committee, 1989 State Champions, St James Wrestling Boosters, and St James Cyclones Wrestling Club! #SJPS

Due to the ongoing remodeling project in the Armstrong Media Center that is not quite completed, tonight's School Board meeting has been moved to the Armstrong Auditorium.

Kindergarten Jumpstart starts next week! It’s a chance for our newest Saints to create, explore, and play in their classroom while getting a feel for their school day!

Northside Back-to-School Supply Orders Deadline is today Friday, August 15th, 2025! Get your orders in!
Order Link:
https://shop.myimpacks.com/school/northside-elementary-st-james-mn/
Order Link:
https://shop.myimpacks.com/school/northside-elementary-st-james-mn/

Our amazing Kindergarten Teachers are all smiles and were ready to welcome the Class of 2038 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 start 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 start to their school journey!

New Personal Electronic Communication Device Policy, adopted in May, is now in effect for the 2025–2026 school year!
We’re committed to focused learning environments with fewer distractions.
See images for key highlights and expectations.
Thank you for your support!




Looking forward to welcoming our Class of 2038 Kindergarteners and their families!

Parents, please be aware that updates being done on our Infinite Campus server this Wednesday August 13th will require everyone to update their Bookmark/Favorites for continued access to the Parent and Student portals. We have included the new links below. You will also be able to find these updated links on the District Website on or after Wednesday August 13th.
Parent Portal: https://stjamesmn.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/stjames.jsp
Student Portal: https://stjamesmn.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/students/stjames.jsp
Parent Portal: https://stjamesmn.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/stjames.jsp
Student Portal: https://stjamesmn.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/students/stjames.jsp
Get Your Northside Back-to-School Supply Orders In!
Deadline is Friday, August 15th, 2025!
https://shop.myimpacks.com/school/northside-elementary-st-james-mn/

The Mayo Clinic is partnering with St. James Public Schools and Watonwan County Public Health to welcome the Mayo Clinic Health System team for routine vaccinations at our Back-to-School event!
Date: Wednesday, August 27th 4:00-8:00pm
Location: St. James MSHS
Check out the flyers for full details.
Date: Wednesday, August 27th 4:00-8:00pm
Location: St. James MSHS
Check out the flyers for full details.


The renovation of the Armstrong Board Room is also moving along this summer.


The renovation of the ABE room at Armstrong is almost complete. #StJamesPublicSchools

We’re excited to share the first edition of The Saints Scene, our new quarterly update on St. James Public Schools. Inside, you’ll find highlights from across the district, updates on upcoming events, and stories that celebrate the amazing students, staff, and families who make our community special.
https://secure.smore.com/n/5g43d
Let's keep learning, growing, and succeeding together!
Go Saints!
https://secure.smore.com/n/5g43d
Let's keep learning, growing, and succeeding together!
Go Saints!
Look for it to come soon! Welcome Letters & Packets were mailed!
Contact the Northside Elementary Office (507) 375-3325 if you have not received a packet along with any questions and/or concerns!
Contact the Northside Elementary Office (507) 375-3325 if you have not received a packet along with any questions and/or concerns!

SJPS is proud to announce that Abigail Lampert is joining #NorthsideStJ as one of their newest 4th Grade teachers.
Please help us welcome Abigail to the Saints Family!

