Saints,
We’ve been getting the word out as a school district that June 19 is now a state holiday. The Governor signed it in under the same statue as July 4, Thanksgiving, Memorial, Labor, and other similar holidays. This is different from Veteran’s Day, MLK Day, Indigenous People Day (former Columbus Day - which was also changed), and other similar holidays.
Therefore, much like banks, county, and city, St. James Public Schools will close all buildings and activities for the day. In the future, much like July 4, if June 19 is on a Saturday, it is recognized on Friday, or if it is on a Sunday, it is recognized on Monday.
Have a wonderful Holiday weekend,
St. James Public Schools
Starting Monday, April 3, 2023, ALL RURAL route bus routes will return to normal bus service. Thank you to all of our affected families for working with the Bus Company and St. James Public Schools.
Se necesita conserge! Aplica hoy.
Starting Monday, March 13, 2023, ALL RURAL route bus routes are on hard surface roads only - until further notice. Please call St. James Bus with any questions (507) 375-4181. Thank you
SJPS is looking for a Technology Assistant, a full time position within the school district. Pay is negotiable based on certifications and/or experience. Anyone of any experience that is interested should apply!
St. James Public Schools is on time for Thursday, January 26. Country bus routes will be PAVED Road pick up only.
Don't forget - you can have an everlasting impact on the school. Have your name engraved on a new theater seat!
Padres, estudiantes y miembros de la comunidad Saints,
Hoy, 21 de septiembre de 2022, varias agencias de aplicación de la ley de Minnesota recibieron llamadas telefónicas de "tirador activo" en su escuela secundaria local. Las escuelas secundarias siguieron sus procedimientos y protocolos para este tipo de emergencias. Afortunadamente, no había tiradores activos dentro de estas escuelas secundarias. Desafortunadamente, estas llamadas telefónicas son parte de una tendencia nacional de llamadas telefónicas "falsas" de tiradores activos en las escuelas, conocidas como "Swatting". Hay una investigación en curso del FBI sobre estas llamadas telefónicas.
Las Escuelas Públicas de St. James tienen procedimientos y protocolos que se seguirán en caso de que esto suceda en St. James. Las Escuelas Públicas de St. James, el Departamento de Policía de St. James y el Departamento del Sheriff del Condado de Watonwan tienen una sólida asociación de trabajo y trabajarán juntos en este tipo de situaciones. Como distrito escolar, nos comunicaremos con las familias utilizando nuestro sistema de comunicación Infinite Campus.
La salud, la seguridad y el bienestar de cada individuo en las Escuelas Públicas de St. James es una prioridad principal del distrito escolar. Como comunidad de aprendices de por vida, queríamos asegurarnos de que nuestras familias y miembros de la comunidad estuvieran al tanto de este problema nacional que afecta a nuestras escuelas.
Con orgullo Santos,
Dr. Steven Heil, Superintendente
Saints Parents, Students, and Community Members,
Today, September 21, 2022, a number of Minnesota Law Enforcement agencies received “active shooter” phone calls at their local high school. The high schools followed their procedures and protocols for this type of emergency. Thankfully, there were no active shooters within these high schools. Unfortunately, these phone calls are part of a national trend of “hoax” phone calls of active shooters in schools, referred to as “Swatting.” There is an ongoing FBI investigation into these phone calls.
St. James Public Schools has procedures and protocols that will be followed in the event that this were to happen in St. James. St. James Public Schools, St. James Police Department, and Watonwan County Sheriff’s Department have a strong working partnership and will work together in these types of situations. As a school district, we will communicate with families using our Infinite Campus communication system.
The Health, Safety, and Welfare of each individual in St. James Public Schools is a top priority of the school district. As a community of Lifelong Learners, we wanted to make sure our families and community members were aware of this national issue affecting our schools.
In Saints pride,
Dr. Steven Heil, Superintendent
BUS STOP CHANGE DUE TO CONSTRUCTION. Bus 2 stopping on 6th Ave will move the bus stops to 7th Ave until the construction is complete.
Mobile Health Clinic
SATURDAY, JULY 23, 2022 AT 6 PM – 8 PM Eagles, St. James, MN
Come and Congratulate Les Zellmann on being named National Coach of the Year
Les has been an active part of the St. James Community for over 40 years.
Let's get together and show him how much we appreciate everything he has done and continues to do for the St. James Community and School.
We are looking forward to seeing the St. James Community, past and present teachers, coaches and alumni.
Bring your favorite Les Quotes and Memories. If you have a picture, please bring it along!
If you are not able to attend, please feel free to leave your messages for Les on here, or email them to: wynettehaler@gmail.com and we will be sure they are available to Les on the 23rd!
Please help us spread the word!
Please keep these bicycle safety tips in mind and review them with your kids as they travel to their summer activities! Stay safe!
St. James High School Graduation Ceremony can be viewed on the NFHS network on Sunday. Free of charge. 2:00 - Sunday, June 5, 2022.
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/st-james-high-school-saint-james-mn
War in Ukraine - A Panel Discussion
Thursday, March 17, 2022
St. James Armstrong Auditorium
St. James Child Care is hiring. We offer a great working environment with a competitive salary and benefits, including an employee discount on child care. Apply at the Armstrong Building today (507) 375-4517.
St. James Child Care is hiring. We offer a great working environment with a competitive salary and benefits, including an employee discount on child care. Apply at the Armstrong Building today (507) 375-4517.
Dental Day
Saints Familias,
Gracias. Gracias por el trabajo en equipo mientras trabajamos usando mascarillas para seguir aprendiendo en persona para nuestros estudiantes. Hoy, viernes 28 de enero de 2022, marca el fin del uso de mascarillas en nuestras escuelas. Nuestra tasa de casos positivos ha bajado a solo un par de personas en cada escuela, y sabemos que la propagación proviene de fuera del sistema escolar.
A medida que avanzamos, el distrito escolar continuará ofreciendo pruebas para el personal y estudiantes que necesiten hacerse la prueba. Se seguirán recomendando mascarillas, pero no será obligatorio mientras estén en los edificios. Les deseo a todos un fin de semana seguro y reparador.
En el orgullo por los Saints,
Dr. Steven Heil, Superintendente
Saints Families,
Thank you. Thank you for the teamwork as we worked through wearing masks to stay in-person learning for our students. Today, Friday, January 28, 2022, marks the end of masking in our schools. Our positivity rate is down to just a couple individuals in each school, and we know the spread is coming from outside of the school system.
As we move forward, the school district will continue to offer testing for staff and students who need to be tested. Masks will still be recommended, but not required while in the buildings. I wish everyone a safe and restful weekend.
In Saints pride,
Dr. Steven Heil, Superintendent