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!
☀️🎌 From the staff at Strain Japan R-XVI, we wish all of our amazing students a fun, safe, and relaxing summer vacation! 🌸📚
Thank you for all your hard work, smiles, and dedication this school year. We are so proud of each and every one of you! ❤️
Enjoy your summer adventures, make wonderful memories, and come back refreshed and ready for another great year. 🌞✈️🍉
💙 Ending the Year with “The Last Day Blues” 💙
Our 2nd and 3rd graders wrapped up the school year by reading The Last Day Blues—a sweet reminder that it’s okay to feel both excited and a little sad as we head into summer.
To celebrate, students enjoyed some “Blues Juice” together, sharing laughs, memories, and all the feelings that come with the last days of school. While they’re excited for the next grade, they’ll definitely miss the friendships and moments that made this year so special.
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
Our 2nd and 3rd graders wrapped up the school year by reading The Last Day Blues—a sweet reminder that it’s okay to feel both excited and a little sad as we head into summer.
To celebrate, students enjoyed some “Blues Juice” together, sharing laughs, memories, and all the feelings that come with the last days of school. While they’re excited for the next grade, they’ll definitely miss the friendships and moments that made this year so special.
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
🍋 Field Day with a Purpose! 🍋
Our 4th and 5th grade students recently took their cross-curricular learning to the next level by bringing their lemonade stand project to life! Divided into three teams, they planned, created, and ran their own stands during Field Day—putting their creativity, teamwork, and business skills into action.
Even more inspiring, ALL proceeds are being donated to a local charity, Children's Hospital! ❤️ Way to go Leopards!
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
Our 4th and 5th grade students recently took their cross-curricular learning to the next level by bringing their lemonade stand project to life! Divided into three teams, they planned, created, and ran their own stands during Field Day—putting their creativity, teamwork, and business skills into action.
Even more inspiring, ALL proceeds are being donated to a local charity, Children's Hospital! ❤️ Way to go Leopards!
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
Field Day was a huge success! 🎉
Our students brought the energy as they participated in a variety of running and field events, showed their teamwork in tug-of-war, and stayed cool with fun water activities. 💦
A big thank you to our incredible staff and volunteers who helped make the day run smoothly—we couldn’t have done it without you!
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
Our students brought the energy as they participated in a variety of running and field events, showed their teamwork in tug-of-war, and stayed cool with fun water activities. 💦
A big thank you to our incredible staff and volunteers who helped make the day run smoothly—we couldn’t have done it without you!
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
Last week, our 6–8 students showed up strong at the Lonedell Track & Field Day! 💪🏽🏃♂️🏃♀️
From sprints to field events, their effort, sportsmanship, and determination were on full display. We’re proud of the way they represented our school—supporting each other, competing hard, and having fun along the way.
Great job to all who participated! 👏
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
From sprints to field events, their effort, sportsmanship, and determination were on full display. We’re proud of the way they represented our school—supporting each other, competing hard, and having fun along the way.
Great job to all who participated! 👏
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
Important information!
Congratulations to the Strain Japan R-XVI 8th Grade Class and our Kindergarten Class of 2026! 🎓🌟
Last Friday we celebrate two incredible groups of students—our 8th graders who are ready to take on their next big adventure, and our Kindergartners who have built such a strong foundation for years of learning ahead. From first steps to major milestones, each of you has shown growth, resilience, and pride in your achievements.
We are so proud of everything you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see where your journeys take you next. Keep striving, keep learning, and keep shining bright! 💫
#ClassOf2026 #Bestlittleschoolever #Happydays
Last Friday we celebrate two incredible groups of students—our 8th graders who are ready to take on their next big adventure, and our Kindergartners who have built such a strong foundation for years of learning ahead. From first steps to major milestones, each of you has shown growth, resilience, and pride in your achievements.
We are so proud of everything you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see where your journeys take you next. Keep striving, keep learning, and keep shining bright! 💫
#ClassOf2026 #Bestlittleschoolever #Happydays
We’re wrapping up the school year with some unforgettable moments! 🎉🍦🐣
STUCO held their annual K-4 event! 🎡
2/3 & 4/5 grade students celebrated their hard work by earning ice cream after completing all of their ReadNQuiz points—way to go, readers! 📚👏
Meanwhile, our kindergarten classes got a hands-on experience they’ll never forget—holding and observing the baby chicks they helped hatch right in their classrooms. Other classes came by to visit as well! 🐥💛
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
STUCO held their annual K-4 event! 🎡
2/3 & 4/5 grade students celebrated their hard work by earning ice cream after completing all of their ReadNQuiz points—way to go, readers! 📚👏
Meanwhile, our kindergarten classes got a hands-on experience they’ll never forget—holding and observing the baby chicks they helped hatch right in their classrooms. Other classes came by to visit as well! 🐥💛
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
April 2026 Student Of The Month!
Wrapping up Teacher Appreciation Week with a great day! 🥰 Our teachers enjoyed sandwiches, salad, and cookies from Clark Street.❤️ Thank you to the Strain Japan Board of Education and the Schatz family for your generosity—we appreciate you helping us celebrate our amazing staff!🎉
🥰Teacher Appreciation Week keeps getting better! 🍎
Our teachers were treated today with a potato bar potato 🥔 and Scoopzy's 🍦 , thanks to the Office staff and Strain -Japan PTO.
First State Community Bank also helped spread the love with sandwiches and cookies for everyone! 🍪 🥪
#Bestlittleschoolever
#Happydays
Our students had a great time celebrating their hard work on the MAP test with a well-earned reward! 🎉
They kicked back and enjoyed a movie with popcorn, making for a fun and relaxing experience after all their effort. We’re proud of their dedication and love seeing them enjoy the rewards of their success! 🍿🎬
They kicked back and enjoyed a movie with popcorn, making for a fun and relaxing experience after all their effort. We’re proud of their dedication and love seeing them enjoy the rewards of their success! 🍿🎬
Thank you StuCo for treating our staff to a delicious lunch from 3rd and Pine! 🍕🥗
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
#Bestlittleschoolever
#HappyDays
