Thank you, Ignite Church, for donating backpacks and school supplies. We truly appreciate your kindness!
2026-2027 School Calendar
Attention all SJS Families! Here is an opportunity to win a $100 Visa gift card (provided by Strain-Japan PTO). Complete your child's Free and Reduced Meal application during online registration, or request a copy from the school office. All completed and returned applications will be entered into the drawing. You do not need to qualify to win.
🏐 Volleyball season is almost here! 🏐
📅 Open Gym: August 10–12
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
👧 For students entering grades 3–8
📣 Parent Meeting:
📅 Wednesday, August 12
🕖 7:00 PM
Reminder: All athletes must have a current physical and proof of insurance uploaded to Arbiter before participating.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Block.
We can't wait to see everyone back in the gym! 💛🖤 #Bestlittleschoolever!
📅 Open Gym: August 10–12
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
👧 For students entering grades 3–8
📣 Parent Meeting:
📅 Wednesday, August 12
🕖 7:00 PM
Reminder: All athletes must have a current physical and proof of insurance uploaded to Arbiter before participating.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Block.
We can't wait to see everyone back in the gym! 💛🖤 #Bestlittleschoolever!
🏐 SJS Volleyball Open Gym is just a few weeks away!
We can't wait to see everyone back in the gym!
📋 Reminder: Before participating, all athletes must have:
✅ A current sports physical
✅ Proof of insurance uploaded to Arbiter
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Block.
We can't wait to see everyone back in the gym!
📋 Reminder: Before participating, all athletes must have:
✅ A current sports physical
✅ Proof of insurance uploaded to Arbiter
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Block.
Please see below the Strain-Japan R-XVI School Supply List for 2026/2027.
Online Registration is now Open. Please log in to your TeacherEase account and register your student for the 2026/2027 school year.
Coach Reed and Coach Benson are looking forward to seeing the athletes for basketball camp this coming week! Let's go Leopards!
SJS parents and basketball athletes entering grades 5-8 check this out!!🖤🏀💛.
There is no registration required. Just show up and be ready to learn and participate!
SJS parents and basketball athletes entering grades 5-8 check this out!!🖤🏀💛.
There is no registration required. Just show up and be ready to learn and participate!
There is no registration required. Just show up and be ready to learn and participate!
Athletic/Activity Registration for the 2026-2027 School Year is Open! Select all sports you think your child might participate in when completing the registration.
Visit https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/strain-japan-r-xvi-middle-school?fbclid=IwY2xjawSFXQ1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4cUhrUndIODladWRzdFd4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpyDhZczek6F_1kUJDi-FgspMYOUEt4j9cBMq6a-Qqddg36P_Ry2YKqlNz1T_aem_Q_fTwVLlBEznJyCfonFjug to register your athlete participant.
Check out the following link for instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/101yRs1umsVZC7EcOBlzWbypqbkk1_TiY2H_rvylhPP4/edit?tab=t.0
Contact Ms. Block with any questions at msblock@strainjapan.com
Visit https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/strain-japan-r-xvi-middle-school?fbclid=IwY2xjawSFXQ1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4cUhrUndIODladWRzdFd4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpyDhZczek6F_1kUJDi-FgspMYOUEt4j9cBMq6a-Qqddg36P_Ry2YKqlNz1T_aem_Q_fTwVLlBEznJyCfonFjug to register your athlete participant.
Check out the following link for instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/101yRs1umsVZC7EcOBlzWbypqbkk1_TiY2H_rvylhPP4/edit?tab=t.0
Contact Ms. Block with any questions at msblock@strainjapan.com
Student Council is at it again! ❤️
#Bestlittleschoolever
Our Student Council members rolled up their sleeves and spent time improving our school facilities.
Thank you for making our school a better place for everyone! 🖤💛
The Strain-Japan R-XVI School District currently has a Board Director vacancy. This position will be held until the April 2027 election. Generally, the board meets once per month. Interested persons may fill out the Application for a Vacated Board Position, available in the Documents folder on the school website at strainjapanschool.com, or call or email the school office to request a copy. Applications must be received in the school office by June 15th. The board will review applications and appoint a candidate at the regular June board meeting scheduled for June 18th at 6:00 p.m. For questions, please call 573-677-1815 or email mrskrone@strainjapan.com.
Way to go 4th/5th Grade!
Students held a lemonade stand during Field Day and were able to present a check of $161.40 to St. Louis Children's Hospital!
#Bestlittleschoolever!
Students held a lemonade stand during Field Day and were able to present a check of $161.40 to St. Louis Children's Hospital!
#Bestlittleschoolever!
Strain Japan R-XVI is honored to be recognized as a Heart Safe School through Project ADAM and St. Louis Children’s Hospital. ❤️
✨ LOST & FOUND ✨
Missing something? We may have it! 👀
Our Lost & Found area is here to help return misplaced items to their owners quickly and safely. Please contact the office if you think you may have left behind:
🧥 Jackets & hoodies
💧 Water bottles
All items must be picked up by Wednesday, May 27th.
🎉🚌 8th Grade Class Trip 2026 🎉🚌
Our 8th grade students had an incredible class trip filled with fun, learning, and unforgettable memories! From splashing and relaxing at Great Wolf Lodge 🌊🐾 to exploring history at the WWI Museum 🇺🇸, every stop was an adventure.
Students also enjoyed discovering marine life at the Aquarium 🐠, visiting Bass Pro Shops 🎣, sharing a delicious dinner at Famous Dave’s BBQ 🍖, and having a unique lunch experience at Fritz’s Train Depot 🚂🍔.
Thank you to our students, staff, and chaperones for making this trip such a success. The memories made will last a lifetime! ❤️
#Happydays
#Bestlittleschoolever
Our 8th grade students had an incredible class trip filled with fun, learning, and unforgettable memories! From splashing and relaxing at Great Wolf Lodge 🌊🐾 to exploring history at the WWI Museum 🇺🇸, every stop was an adventure.
Students also enjoyed discovering marine life at the Aquarium 🐠, visiting Bass Pro Shops 🎣, sharing a delicious dinner at Famous Dave’s BBQ 🍖, and having a unique lunch experience at Fritz’s Train Depot 🚂🍔.
Thank you to our students, staff, and chaperones for making this trip such a success. The memories made will last a lifetime! ❤️
#Happydays
#Bestlittleschoolever
🚨❤️ We’re proud to announce that our school has partnered with Project ADAM to become a Heart Safe School! ❤️🚨
The safety of our students, staff, and community is always our top priority. Through this initiative, our team has strengthened emergency preparedness with AED access, CPR training, and emergency response drills designed to save lives when every second counts.
Together, we are creating a safer, stronger school community. 💙
#Bestlittleschoolever
The safety of our students, staff, and community is always our top priority. Through this initiative, our team has strengthened emergency preparedness with AED access, CPR training, and emergency response drills designed to save lives when every second counts.
Together, we are creating a safer, stronger school community. 💙
#Bestlittleschoolever
May 2026 Student Of The Month!
