Stanley County 57-1 Public Schools

Buffalo Legacy Campaign Launches “Bushels & Beef for Buffaloes” with Dakota Mill & Grain and Fort Pierre Livestock Auction

Local farmers and ranchers can turn this year’s harvest and herd into a lasting investment in Stanley County students

FORT PIERRE, S.D. — The Buffalo Legacy Campaign is inviting area farmers and ranchers to help build the next generation of opportunities for Stanley County students through Bushels & Beef for Buffaloes, an agricultural giving initiative made possible with the support of Dakota Mill & Grain and Fort Pierre Livestock Auction.

The Buffalo Legacy Campaign is a community-wide effort investing in the future of Stanley County Schools and the students and families they serve. Building on more than $10 million in improvements already made across the district—including the track and field complex and wrestling facility, expanded Career & Technical Education, fine arts, and strength programs—the campaign is now working toward $2.5 million for the next generation of student-centered improvements.

Bushels & Beef for Buffaloes gives producers a way to participate using what they know best: the harvests and herds that sustain the region.

“Farmers and ranchers have always invested in the future of Stanley County,” said Chris Fosheim, President of the Stanley County School Board “Bushels & Beef for Buffaloes continues that tradition by giving producers, like me, a practical way to turn a portion of what they raise into opportunities that will benefit local students for years to come.”

Two Ways to Give

Through Bushels for Buffaloes, farmers can designate a portion of their annual grain production to the campaign through Dakota Mill & Grain. Producers can choose an amount that works for their operation, whether that is a set number of bushels, a load, or a percentage of their production.

Through Beef for Buffaloes, ranchers can designate proceeds from livestock sales through Fort Pierre Livestock Auction to support the campaign.

The goal is simple: provide producers with a flexible way to make the harvest or herd they are already raising part of a long-term investment in Stanley County students.

Agriculture Helps Build the Buffalo Legacy

The Buffalo Legacy Campaign is proud to recognize Dakota Mill & Grain and Fort Pierre Livestock Auction as community partners in Bushels & Beef for Buffaloes.

Both businesses have deep connections to the agricultural community that has shaped Stanley County and the surrounding region for generations. Their participation provides practical ways for farmers and ranchers to contribute through the businesses and markets they already use.

“Dakota Mill & Grain and Fort Pierre Livestock Auction understand agriculture because they work alongside our producers every day,” said Rob Coverdale, Stanley County School Superintendent. “Their support helps us connect this campaign directly with the agricultural community and gives farmers and ranchers another meaningful way to invest in local students. We are grateful to have both organizations helping us build the Buffalo Legacy.”

For producers, participation can be as individual as their operation. Whether it is a percentage of a grain harvest, a load of bushels, proceeds from livestock sales or another amount, every contribution becomes part of the larger Buffalo Legacy.

Every bushel. Every head. Every gift builds the Buffalo legacy.

Area farmers, ranchers and community members interested in participating in Bushels & Beef for Buffaloes or learning more about the Buffalo Legacy Campaign can contact Chris Maxwell at (605) 280-2895 or Chris.Maxwell@max-strat.com.

About the Buffalo Legacy Campaign

The Buffalo Legacy Campaign is a community-wide effort supporting the future of Stanley County Schools. With the theme “Honoring Our Past. Investing in Our Future,” the campaign builds on the community’s previous investments in Stanley County students while raising $2.5 million for the next generation of student-centered improvements. Bushels & Beef for Buffaloes provides the agricultural community with an opportunity to make this year’s harvest and herd part of that lasting legacy.

Stanley County,

Today I put in my resignation to the administration for Head Football Coach at Stanley County effective following the conclusion of the 2026 season.

This decision has not been an easy one. Coaching has been an important part of my life for many years, I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to lead, mentor, and build relationships with the young men who have represented our school and community.

Throughout my coaching career, I have always believed that our responsibility extends far beyond wins and losses. Football provides an opportunity to teach accountability, perseverance, discipline, and the importance of working toward something bigger than yourself. I hope the lessons our students have learned will serve them long after they are done playing.

As I enter a new chapter of my life, I recognize the importance of dedicating more of my time and energy to my growing family. My wife and children deserve the same commitment, passion, and presence that I have given to the young people I've coached.

I leave this position proud of the effort our players have given, the relationships we've built, and the experiences we've shared. I will always be grateful for the opportunity to serve this program and community. This decision is mine and mine alone. I have received nothing but care and support from our administration, Ms. Bracelin, and parents of students I've coached.

Thank you to the athletes, assistant coaches, families, and individuals who have supported me throughout this journey. I wish the Stanley County Football program nothing but success moving forward.

Sincerely,

Max Foth

Thank you, Coach Foth, for your time and dedication to the football program!