St. Joseph School District Archives

SJSD embraces change ahead of back-to-school season

August 13, 2025 11:33 am Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With the first day of school right around the corner, the St. Joseph School District gathered for a back-to-school conference.

Board of Education calls for budget audit

August 12, 2025 4:12 pm Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Board of Education President LaTonya Williams has asked the board to consider an outside financial audit.

LaTonya Williams to remain as SJSD Board president

August 11, 2025 5:01 pm Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -After meeting for over three hours on Monday night, the board rescinded the proposal to call for a meeting to replace its president.

SJSD School Board President LaTonya Williams’ position to be reconsidered

August 8, 2025 2:54 pm News-Press NOW, Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph School District Board of Education President LaTonya Williams verified to News-Press NOW that one item on this coming Monday night’s board agenda will be a recommendation to hold a public meeting soon to restructure the leadership of the board.

SJSD launches Kagan Cooperative Learning to boost classroom engagement

July 31, 2025 10:12 am Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District has introduced its first-ever Kagan Cooperative Learning training session, bringing a nationally recognized teaching strategy to local classrooms.

SJSD encourages families to complete student enrollment

July 30, 2025 10:59 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District has opened enrollment for all new and returning students, and asks families to complete enrollment by Friday, Aug. 1.

SJSD Board to review curriculum, professional learning and ELD plan ahead of school year

July 28, 2025 4:10 pm Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education will meet Monday evening at the Troester Center to review key updates ahead of the new school year.

SJSD prepares for AMI, snow days ahead of first day of school

July 22, 2025 10:22 am Abigail McCluskey

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)– With August just around the corner, the first day of school is quickly approaching, and St. Joseph School District administrators and staff are preparing to stay “weather ready”.

Mark Twain Early Learning Center welcomes inclusive program

July 17, 2025 1:20 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — In an effort to bring high-needs students and their peers together, the Mark Twain Early Learning Center is starting a new program.

SJSD to hold Adult Education and Literacy graduation

July 11, 2025 10:00 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District will hold a graduation to celebrate those who have completed the district’s Adult Education and Literacy program.

Missouri bans use of cellphones in schools with new state law

July 10, 2025 11:22 am Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Students across the Show-Me state will see sweeping new cell phone restrictions starting in the upcoming school year in K-12 classrooms, part of a new law signed Tuesday that includes exceptions for certain emergencies.

Pershing elementary educator honored as one of northwest regional teacher of the year honorees

July 8, 2025 3:39 pm Rebecca Evans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A dedicated educator from Pershing Elementary School has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to the classroom and community.

New SJSD budget reflects updated priorities

July 1, 2025 3:33 pm Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In the middle of funding challenges for school districts throughout the country, the St. Joseph School District approved its 2025-2026 fiscal year budget in its June 23 meeting.

Newest SJSD Board of Education members bring experience and optimism

June 29, 2025 11:30 am Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The two newest members of the St. Joseph School District Board of Education believe the best days are ahead for the district.

Board of Education meeting discusses intermediate plan for high schools

June 23, 2025 1:50 pm Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday at the Troester Media Center.

SJSD appoints two new administrators

June 11, 2025 2:32 pm Crystal Olney

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The appointments of two administrators for the 2025-26 academic year were approved by the St. Joseph School District Board of Education.

Board of Education reviews budget and job descriptions

June 9, 2025 3:32 pm Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Board of Education will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, June 9, at Troester Media Center to continue preparation for the 2025-26 academic year.

MSHP releases bus inspection results

June 6, 2025 10:30 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol released the results of its 2025 school bus inspections. Most the school districts received high ratings.

ROTC instructor sues SJSD over firing

June 4, 2025 2:51 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A former ROTC instructor who was fired in 2024 has filed a discrimination lawsuit against the St. Joseph School District.

SJSD School Board president announces run for State Representative

June 3, 2025 6:57 pm Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph School District Board of Education President Latonya Williams has announced she is running for District 10 State Representative in the next election.

Recognitions, repairs and planning at the May Board of Education meeting

May 27, 2025 9:16 pm Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education was packed with agenda items at the May 27 meeting, which started at 5:30 p.m.The meeting began with a full crowd due to the recognition of several key accomplishments by individuals and teams. Robidoux Middle School’s Cannon Holthaus was recognized for

SJSD to celebrate maintenance and operations staff

May 21, 2025 2:06 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District will celebrate the hard work and dedication of the maintenance and operations staff through a ceremony.

Carden Park Elementary surprises teacher with generous donation

May 15, 2025 1:29 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Carden Park Elementary and the surrounding community came together to support a beloved teacher.

SJSD School Board approves new administrators

May 15, 2025 12:03 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education has approved the appointments of two administrators for the 2025-2026 school year. Dr. Kati Reid has been appointed as the Director of Secondary Education, replacing Dr. Lara Gilpin, who is retiring on June 30, 2025. Reid began her career in 2009

SJSD School Board selects candidate to fill vacant seat

May 14, 2025 12:50 pm News-Press NOW

The St. Joseph School District is working to fill an empty seat on its Board of Education during a special meeting Wednesday night.

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

Board of Education work session addresses recent board vacancy

May 12, 2025 9:35 pm Charles Christian

The St. Joseph School District Board of Education met at 5:30 p.m. Monday at the Troester Media Center to address issues like paid parental leave and the recent board vacancy.

Board of Education work session to address parental leave and recent board vacancy

May 12, 2025 3:22 pm Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday at Troester Media Center to address issues like paid parental leave and the recent board vacancy. The deadline to file for the open position, vacated with the resignation of Rick Gehring, is May 13. The

SJSD assistant principal awarded NWMO Assistant Principal of the Year

May 9, 2025 12:25 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, MO. (News-Press NOW) — One St. Joseph School District assistant principal was named the Northwest Missouri Assistant Principal of the Year by the Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals. In a Facebook post on Friday, May 9, the St. Joseph School District congratulated Central High School assistant principal, Shawna Gilliland on the accomplishment.

Hillyard Technical Center to host weekend plant sale

May 8, 2025 12:06 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Hillyard Technical Center will host a plant sale to support the Future Farmers of America (FFA). The sale will go from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, May 9 and starting at 7 a.m. on Saturday, May 10 and until plants are sold out. The sale is cash