K-12 Archives

SJSD tightens budget, approved $2.7 million in cuts

October 30, 2025 5:08 pm Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School Board is working tighten its purse strings to improve its reserve ratio.

Lindbergh Elementary implements new reading buddy program

October 29, 2025 11:50 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lindbergh Elementary School implemented a new reading buddy program for its second-grade students.

SJSD targeted big gains in reading and cuts to chronic absenteeism

October 28, 2025 3:45 pm Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Board of Education met Monday night, following a public hearing to decide its reorganization plan.

MoWest and St. Joseph Catholic Academy announce partnership

October 28, 2025 10:30 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University and St. Joseph Catholic Academy announced a partnership, furthering the relationship between the college and the academy.

Mid-Buchanan hosts safety fair for Red Ribbon Week

October 27, 2025 12:48 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A week-long celebration highlights the importance of living a drug-free lifestyle, while commemorating those who fight against drugs.

SJSD School Board moves forward with ‘Plan E’

October 27, 2025 3:07 pm Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School Board decided on Plan E, one of the three plans that would shape the district’s future.

Lindbergh Elementary rewards good attendance with book vending machine

October 22, 2025 11:06 am Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lindbergh Elementary is “turning the page” with encouraging good attendance from students.

Savannah High School Meats Science Team heads to Nationals

October 21, 2025 4:53 pm TaMya Bracy

SAVANNAH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Savannah High School Meats Science Team is going to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.

SJSD invited public to speak on the future of school boundaries and facilities

October 21, 2025 2:38 pm Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Community members are invited to give input and be front and center as the St. Joseph School District reviews topics discussed at an Oct. 13 public hearing.

Officials remind public of safety tips through school bus safety week

October 21, 2025 10:54 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local law enforcement is reminding the public about School Bus Safety Week and what it entails.

St. Joseph Christian School releases music video honor America’s upcoming anniversary

October 18, 2025 11:20 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Elementary students at St. Joseph Christian School tapped into their musical talents to honor the nation’s upcoming semi-quincentennial anniversary.

SJSD Foundation presents 2025 Apple Seed Innovation Grants

October 16, 2025 12:00 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Foundation honored nine employees with “surprise patrol” visits.

Salvation Army holding backpack stuffing for back to school preparation

August 5, 2025 3:09 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As the school year approaches, local organizations are helping stuff backpacks for students of all grades.

SJSD School Board to review filings to fill board vacancy

May 13, 2025 4:43 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education will hold a Special Board of Education meeting to review and possibly select a candidate to fill Rick Gehring’s spot on the Board. The Special Meeting agenda came in right after filings closed at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 13, where

New Generation Singers celebrate anniversary

April 16, 2025 11:56 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local choral group for students is celebrating 55 years.

Former SJSD Board member issues statement for departure

April 16, 2025 2:26 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After announcing his departure during a Board reorganization session, Rick Gehring has issued a statement to the St. Joseph community. During Monday night’s meeting, Gehring made mention of “protecting his peace”. “I’ve made the decision to step down from the St. Joseph School Board. It wasn’t something I had

St. Joseph School District Foundation holds19th Annual ‘Tribute to Teachers’ Banquet

April 15, 2025 3:10 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Foundation honored local educators at a banquet Tuesday evening. The 19th Annual Tribute to St. Joseph Teachers and Staff Banquet will highlighted the Teacher of the Year, Support Person of the Year, Innovator of the Year and Apple Seed Grant recipients. “This is actually

SJSD School Board holds reorganization meeting, Prop 2 follow up

April 14, 2025 2:24 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education held its annual reorganization work session on Monday. The Board honored Isaura Garcia and welcomed incumbent, Kim Miller and new Board member Jennifer Kerns. After four rounds of voting, LaTonya Williams was re-elected as Board president. Ronda Chesney was elected as

Summit addresses substance use with teens

April 11, 2025 10:06 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — High school students learned about the connection between mental health and substance use through a summit hosted by the Youth Alliance on Friday.

SJSD holds annual Earth Day event

April 11, 2025 12:44 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Students across the St. Joseph School District participated in Earth Day activities at Robidoux Middle School. Although the event happened just before Earth Day, which is Tuesday, April 22, it gives students a chance to participate in promoting environmental stewardship, scientific exploration and community collaboration. “I think the biggest

SJSD’s Prop 2 results forces ‘Plan B’

April 9, 2025 5:08 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After a night filled with some wins and some losses, some may be wondering, “What comes next” for St. Joseph’s high schools. The St. Joseph School District’s Proposition 2 bond measure to build a new high school South of U.S. Highway 36 was voted down by St. Joseph residents

Prop 2 bond measure defeated

April 8, 2025 4:26 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District’s Prop 2 bond measure was defeated by about 800 votes. Over 53% of voters dis-approved of the measure to build a new high school south of U.S. Highway 36. The measure would have had to win with a 57% simple majority. “It was extremely

Children’s Fair returning to Civic Arena

April 8, 2025 2:44 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An annual educational event for children ages 6 and under will take place at the Civic Arena on Tuesday, April 15.

Benton High School set to perform “Puffs — The Play”

April 5, 2025 4:30 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Benton High School’s theatre department will present “Puffs — The Play” beginning next week. The show will be performed at Benton’s auditorium at 5655 S. Fourth Street, at 7 p.m. each night from April 10 through 12. Tickets are $8 for adults and $3 for students and can be

Theatre students headed to state

April 3, 2025 11:58 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lafayette High School’s theatre department is taking its one-act play to state.

SJSD officials break down what happens after the results of Prop 2

April 2, 2025 3:10 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With the election less than a week away, the results of the Proposition 2 bond measure are now in the hands of voters. In previous News-Press NOW reporting, we’ve broken down some of the costs, amenities offered and what the measure’s passing would mean for the South Side. Timeline

SJSD School Board explains decision for ‘narrowed down’ plot of land

April 1, 2025 4:51 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) – The target area for a potential new high school in the southern part of St. Joseph has been tightened. In a Monday announcement, the St. Joseph School District Board of Education said it has narrowed down the land options to acquire for a new high school. “We wanted to

National art contest encourages students to share thoughts about the U.S.

April 1, 2025 2:14 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In order to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States, students are invited to share their perspective on what America means to them in a national art contest.

SJSD provides update on land purchase planning for new high school

March 31, 2025 5:07 pm Leah Rainwater

The circles area shows where the SJSD Board of Education looks to purchase potential land for a new high school.

Proposed house bill focuses on school safety

March 31, 2025 10:10 am News-Press NOW

HB 416, sponsored by Rep. Brenda Shields, R-St. Joseph, includes multiple provisions, such as requiring schools to adopt a comprehensive emergency operations plan to be shared with first responders, requiring schools to have bleeding control kits, and equipping interior school doors with anti-intruder locks and exterior doors with bullet-resistant window film.