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The Sparkle Effect is a program that creates high school cheer squads that include students with and without disabilities on the same team.

Education

Innovative Greenville Jr High School Science Teacher Jackie Blumer Makes Learning Exciting

Weekly Blog

Back-to-School: Supporting Students Through the Transition

HistoryHistory Spotlight

History Spotlight: The Mother of the Public Kindergarten Movement

Education

Schankman’s St. Louis: An Inspiring 90-Year-Old Tutor

For more than 20 years, 4’10” Miss E. Laine made a big impact at Mason Ridge Elementary School in the Parkway District. As she approached her 90th birthday, her passion for tutoring and her straightforward, caring approach continued to inspire students and teachers alike.

Education

Sudbury School; Self Directed Education

Saint Louis Sudbury School is based on the principle that we are born curious and learn best when we initiate our own learning.

Education

Teaching Children Financial Literacy with “Savannah’s Savings Jar”

Former St. Louis teacher Chelsea Addison is doing her part to teach financial literacy to young students. “Savannah’s Savings Jar” is the first of six books.

Theater Reviews

Review of “The Wizards of Oz(es)” at Cherokee Street Theater Co.

In the last 20 years, pop culture parodies have won a strong following among St. Louis theatergoers. Cherokee Street Theater Co.’s latest entry in this category, “The Wizards of Oz(es),” is one of the most ambitious and one of the best. The delightful play was a headliner at the 2026 St Lou Fringe.

Science & Technology

TIME Names BioGenerator One of America’s Best Incubators & Accelerators 2026

BioGenerator, the startup arm of BioSTL, has been named by TIME as one of America’s Best Incubators & Accelerators for 2026.The St. Louis-based life sciences incubator ranked #2 among organizations focused on Health & Life Sciences and was also recognized among TIME’s Top 80 incubators and accelerators in the United States. The recognition highlights BioGenerator’s […]

Theater Reviews

Review of “The Queen and Her Ghosts” at the Chapel of the Arts

“The Queen and Her Ghosts” made a promising debut last weekend. The play by Annalise McCann is about Lady Jane Grey, a granddaughter of King Henry VII. In 1553, she was briefly recognized as England’s queen after the death of Edward VI, Henry VIII’s only son. The play begins with the political machinations of John […]

Weekly Blog

The Healing Power of Music

Explore how music therapy and listening can reduce stress, ease pain, support brain recovery, improve mood, and promote healing across all ages.

Spotlight

Reimagining Learning: Financial Literacy, Self-Directed Education & Inclusion

Discover three inspiring approaches to education: financial literacy, self-directed learning, and inclusive cheerleading that empowers every student to shine.

Weekly Blog

Meet the Artists of the 2026 Saint Louis Art Fair

The Saint Louis Art Fair returns Sept. 18-20, featuring 233 artists, diverse artwork and inspiring stories from across the country in downtown Clayton.

Weekly Blog

A New Season, A Bigger Spotlight

Spotlight STL is expanding with a refreshed format, new long-form episodes on our themed YouTube channels, and more ways to discover stories from St. Louis and beyond.

Spotlight

Back to School: The Teachers Who Inspire Us

Meet inspiring educators making a difference—from hands-on science to the roots of kindergarten and a 90-year-old tutor changing young lives.