Congratulations to Sumar Petersen, senior gymnast, and Stran Scott, senior basketball player, selected as SC Athletes of the Week. Sumar had her personal best all-around for 2022 with a score of 32.55 putting her in 11th place. She scored 7.85 on bars-8th place, 8.4 on beam-9th place, 8.0 on floor-11th place and 8.3 on vault for 8th place. Stran had 9 points and 12 rebounds in a 49-28 win against Highmore-Harrold. Thank you to the South Dakota Army National Guard for sponsoring the SC athletes of the week.
NO SATURDAY MORNING BASKETBALL THIS SATURDAY, 1/8/2022.
Congratulations to Mrs. Christina Merrill selected as December Elementary Staff Member of the Month. Mrs. Merrill has stepped up and subbed in the 3rd grade classroom, maintained plans for the Title I program, helped to schedule testing, all while being a new mom at home. While subbing she has built a rapport with the 3rd graders and kept a positive and consistent environment for the students. Thank you so much for all that you have done! We appreciate you.
Due to illness. Friday MS Boys Basketball game with Dupree has been Postponed to February 18
Due to Illness. The McLaughlin Double Header Basketball game has been postponed tomorrow. We are currently working on alternative dates to reschedule.
ACT test registration deadline is Friday, January 7, 2022. This is for the February 12 test.
The Middle School Boys Basketball Game on Friday, January 7th vs. Dupree has been postponed. The new date and time is still to be determined.
NO MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL AFTER SCHOOL TODAY, TUESDAY, JANUARY 4TH.
We are so thankful our students & cheerful elves are back at school! Reminder:
please send hats, gloves, and warm coats every day. We try to go out when it is not below zero. If your child is in need of winter items, please contact the elementary office at 605-223-7741.
Highmore Civic and Commerce will be holding a chili cook-off during the Highmore-Harrold vs. Stanley County basketball quad Tuesday, Jan. 4. Serving will begin at 5:30 p.m. There will be a free-will offering accepted. Fundraiser is working toward construction of a new city pool in Highmore.
SC Athletes of the Week – Congratulations to 2 senior basketball athletes, Jordyn Sosa and Lathan Prince. They were named Athletes of the Week for December 13-18. Jordyn averaged 23 points and 17 rebounds. Lathan averaged 25 points per game. Thank you to the South Dakota Army National Guard for sponsoring the SC athletes of the week.
Congratulations to Mr. James Cutshaw, the Middle-High School Principal, who was selected for the SDSCA Ivan Dixon Administrator of the Year Award. This award, from the SD High School Activities Association, is given to administrators whose efforts have enhanced student activities in schools. Principal Cutshaw has helped completely transform programs such as Student Council, National Honor Society, and Oral Interp.
When the 2020-2021 State Student Council meeting was changed to a virtual convention, he was instrumental in students “attending’ the convention and provided much-needed time to plan events for the 2021-22 school year. Mr. Cutshaw produced officer candidate videos using his own video equipment.
Communication was improved with Mr. Cutshaw’s help regarding homecoming activities. He welcomed meeting with students to present ideas to increase positive involvement within the student body. The result was that the homecoming parade was held on the traditional Friday, and appropriate involvement of the student body increased.
In addition, he helps students in need with money from his own pocket, encourages the student body to be active in the decision-making within the school, helps students enroll in dual credit courses, apply for college, and find internships. Mr. Cutshaw is a tireless advocate for students, staff, and the educational needs at Stanley County.
Stanley County School District will have an early release on Wednesday, December 22nd for Christmas break. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 4th, 2022. MS/HS @1:10 P.M. Elementary @1:15 P.M. There will be NO GOLD Program on Wed 12/22, Thur 12/23, or Fri 12/24 this week.
Stanley County Schools would like to 'Thank' the Pierre Police Department and Officer Chambers who presented Stanley County (12) $50 Gift Certificates through the 'Christmas Kids & Cops' program. Certificates will be given to students throughout the district!
End of 2nd Quarter - Wednesday, December 22, 2021
The Stanley County Student Council and staff again took part in selecting angel tree gifts for 28 of the residents at Mary House. Students and staff enjoy choosing the perfect gift for their “angel” and encourage others in our community to share in the joy of the Christmas season. The SC student council has been a fabulous example in leading our school in the true meaning of Christmas. Our student council members include Katelynn Axtell, Carlee Brady, Keira Briggs, Edward Duffy, Mattie Duffy, Kori Endres, Haden Ford, Cadence Hand, Timber Hanson, Kenzi Herren, Morgan Hoffman, Case Kolda, Coy Ludemann, Ryland Magee, Tessa Rasmussen, Hayden Roggow, Tatum Scott, Bailey Siedschlaw, Jordyn Sosa, Taylee Stroup, Daysen Titze, JoRayah Walker, and Abby Wyly. The student council advisor is Mrs. Shirley Swanson.
Last enrichment Friday of 2021 is Friday, December 17 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
A great opportunity to get your work completed.
One of the biggest areas of need during the fall and winter months are socks. Many people are surprised to hear that socks are the least-donated clothing items and yet the most in-demand for needy locals. To help alleviate this need, the Stanley County student council collected over 400 pairs of new socks during the month of October. The donated socks were donated to Missouri Shores Domestic Violence Center to be disbursed to local families in the Stanley and Hughes County areas. Pictured with some of the student council members is Sarah Reinhart, executive director of Missouri Shores.
Stanley County 9th graders learn about CPR and AEDs with Joe Meligan.
