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Today’s Stop and Read was a success! Our students dove into their favorite books as we celebrated Read Across America Week.

So much excitement… so many great stories!

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February was National Children's Dental Health Month. Thanks to the Missouri Dental Association and Colgate's, Bright Smiles, Bright Future's Program, we were able to give all our students free Dental Supplies and Oral Health Information. Our school also partners with the Missouri Department of Dental Health and Senior Services, Office of Dental Health to provide a free oral health program to our students twice a year. Please keep encouraging your kids to brush their teeth twice a day!

“Oh, the places you’ll go… in math!” 🎩➕ Our second graders reviewed their new unit by diving into a Dr. Seuss–inspired board game full of colorful math tasks and silly Seuss-style challenges. Math has never been so wacky, wonderful, and fun! 🌟 #Happydays #Bestlittleschoolever

📚✨ Kindergarten mathematicians at work! They used Froot Loops to explore place value, and our little learners were counting, grouping, and building numbers like pros. Hands-on learning never tasted so fun! 🎉🍭

Our 4th and 5th graders are diving into the laws of motion—hands-on! 🚀 Students designed and built their own roller coasters to explore gravity, energy, speed, and collisions in action. Nothing brings science to life like learning by doing! 🎢✨ #HappyDays #Bestlittleschoolever

February Student of the Month!

🍀 Join Us for Leopard Learning Night & Title I.A Informational Meeting! 🍀

We invite all PAT and SJS families with students in grades PreK–8 to a fun and informative evening of learning and connection!

📅 March 10
🕒 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 Strain Japan School

Come learn more about our Title I.A program and enjoy a night designed to support student success. We hope to see you there! 🌈✨

📚🌈 Celebrate Reading Across America with a Spirit Week! 🌈📚 Join us each day as we dress up and show out for the love of reading! Monday: “Hat’s Off for Reading” 🎩 👉 Wear your favorite hat! Tuesday: “Team Up for Reading” 🏈 👉 Wear your favorite jersey! Wednesday: “Time to Read” ⏰ 👉 Dress in your favorite decade style! Thursday: “Read the Rainbow” 🌈 👉 Be colorful—wear the rainbow! Friday: “Cozy Up and Read” 😴 👉 Wear your comfiest pajamas! Let’s make reading fun and vibrant all week long! 📖

🎉 We can't wait to see everyone at Inflatable Night this evening! The event is hosted by our amazing 8th Grade Class! Bring the whole family for an evening of bouncing, sliding, laughing, and making memories together! 🏰💛 ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM 💲 FREE Admission! We’ll have multiple inflatables ready for nonstop fun — and delicious concessions available for purchase, including: 🍖 Pulled Pork 🌮 Nachos 🍬 Candy 🥤 Soft Drinks 👨‍👩‍👧 Parents must remain with their children for the entire event.

The Leopards wrapped up an exciting basketball season with a hard-fought game against St. John’s! 🏀🐆 Our players showed incredible heart and teamwork right down to the final buzzer. We were proud to honor our amazing 8th graders as well! ✨ Their leadership and dedication have made a lasting impact on our program, and we can’t wait to see what they accomplish next. A huge shout-out to our Leopard Cheerleaders for bringing the energy all season long! 📣🖤Their spirit, commitment, and enthusiasm kept our fans pumped and our players motivated at every game. Thank you to our athletes, cheerleaders, families, and fans for an unforgettable season! Once a Leopard, always a Leopard! 🐆💛

🚨 Final Call for Donations! 🚨

Kids Heart Challenge donations are due tomorrow! Please remember to send students with their collection envelopes or complete your final online gifts. ❤️💪

Let’s make one more big push tonight—and don’t forget to ask donors if their companies offer matching donations! Every dollar helps us support kids with special hearts.

We’re having a blast getting healthier and making a real difference together! ❤️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💓
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Our Little Leopards have been learning how to stop the spread of germs today by sneezing into the bend of their arm. Well done Little Leopards!

Call 573-677-1815 now for SJS Preschool 2026/27

Today our 2nd and 3rd graders explored the power of small acts of kindness! 💛

Students created “Kindness Fortune Tellers” filled with positive actions and encouraging words. Such a simple project—yet a powerful reminder that kindness can start with just one small choice. 🌟

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Join us for our Prop SOS: Support our Staff Community Meeting on March 5, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. We will answer all your questions! Be an educated voter!

🎉 There’s Still Time to Join the Kids Heart Challenge! ❤️💪

Our school is partnering with the American Heart Association for this year’s Kids Heart Challenge, and students are having a blast learning how to keep their hearts healthy while helping others!

✨ Sign up today!
📲 Download the AHA Schools App or scan the QR code sent home previously.

🔥 Why participate?
Students earn fun Heart Hero thank-you gifts as they complete challenges and collect donations—like the XL River, XXL Zee, Rescue Build Kit, Playground Ball, T-shirt, and more!

🎯 Complete Finn’s Mission to unlock the Lifesaver Cape!

💖 Every dollar raised helps kids with special hearts—just like Ava—through lifesaving research and community programs.

Let’s make a difference together! 💙

How do students benefit from Prop SOS?

Increased revenues will be directed to teachers and support staff. This will allow for continuity among our staff and increase the number of applicants for jobs at our little school.

Please plan to vote at the April 7, 2026, election!

❤️🌎 2nd and 3rd Grade's Hearts Around the World Project is complete! They loved adding each new pin to their map. They ended just 12 states short of all 50 and even received cards from five countries! So proud of our students and grateful for everyone who helped our hearts travel the globe. ❤️💌 #HappyDays #BestLittleScoolEver