Wednesday, January 24, 2024

1-24-2024

Wednesday, January 24
White Day

GB practice @ SC - 3:30pm

BB practice @ Woonsocket - 3:30pm

Breakfast: Breakfast Sandwich, Cereal, Fruit, Juice & Milk

Lunch: Chicken Drumstick, Baked Beans, Fruit, Salad Bar & Milk


Hanson GB defeated SCW 53-34
SCW BB defeated Hanson 55-49


Band students will be doing a fundraiser from January 16th through January 31st! They will be selling "Driven Coffee, Tea and Popcorn/trail Mix"!  Click here to check out the items for sale. 
The fundraiser is going toward new band uniforms/equipment and towards upcoming Band trips!  Please see any 5th-12th grade band student for your coffee needs! 



🏐5th & 6th Girls Volleyball
If your student is interested in playing 5th/6th volleyball, please fill out the attached form. Forms are due by February 13th. Forms will also be sent home with students. 


CTE (Career & Technical Education) Program Survey

Attention high school students and parents – please take a minute and complete the below survey regarding our CTE programs. The state is completing its regularly scheduled assessment to ensure CTE programs continue having a solid strategic plan for CTE in their area that benefits both students and industry. The forms will collect data through February 15, 2024.


JH GB/BB games with KWL will be made up on Thursday, February 1st. Same times, same games.


Little Hawks Girls Basketball Camp
When: January 13th January 27th
Where: Woonsocket Gym
Ages: K-6th grade
Click here for registration form.
Click here for additional information.
Camp is put on by Kam Ochsner for her senior project.


🏆State Wrestling Tickets
The pre-sale for state Wrestling tickets is now available. All of these sales must go through the Wessington Springs school. Pre-sale tickets are all tournament tickets for reserve seating. Each ticket is $50. If anyone wishes to order pre-sale reserved seating please get number of tickets you want and check to your local school by Monday, January 29. All checks should be made out to Wessington Springs Schools.  


📣Little Hawks Cheer Camp
The SCW Cheerleaders will be putting on a camp for PK4-6th grade students on Saturday, February 10th. They will also get the chance to cheer at the boys and girls home basketball game on February 13th. Click here for more information. Registration forms will be sent home with students. 


Devoted Students

The next two Devoted Students events are planned for January 22nd and February 26th @ 6:00 p.m.  Any 7th -12th grade students are invited to attend. We will meet in Mrs. Rodriguez’s room with supper and a study provided. Please RSVP by letting either of us know, or by sending us a quick message, so we can plan an appropriate amount of food. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you there! 🙂

I have had some community members reach out with interests in donating/providing meals for our gatherings. If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Mrs. Rodriguez (605-520-4544) or myself (605-770-4520). --Mrs. Rodriguez & Mrs. Deinert




3rd & 4th Boys Basketball Schedule
Practice for both 3rd and 4th grade will be on the same days but at alternate schools.
4th Grade Boys Basketball
Practice Schedule:
Sunday, Jan 28th vs Bridgewater/Emery @ Emery - 1:00pm

3rd Grade Boys Basketball
Practice Schedule:


KWL 3 on 3 Tournament - Kimball, SD
When: Saturday, March 2nd
Grades: 3rd-6th, Boys and Girls
Click here for registration information.


Prom Dress Resale Event
Do you have a prom dress that is taking up space in your closet? Please consider donating to the Priceless Prom Resale Event. Click here for details. 


Eligibility
Pre-Eligibility will be printed Wednesday and Eligibility will be printed on Friday, both at 10:45AM each week.


Substitute Teachers
The Woonsocket School District is looking for individuals who are interested in being substitute teachers in the elementary and/or high school.  Individuals who are interested need, at minimum, a high school diploma.  Substitute Teacher Pay: Non-certified - $100.00/day, Certified - $120.00/day, Long term (after 5 consecutive days) $130.00/dayPlease contact the school at 796-4431.


For any student or parent wanting to receive school & sports related updates via text, please come see Luci in the office.


Free, online tutoring available for K-12 students
South Dakota students and families can access a new, online tutoring program, staffed by college students who are preparing to become teachers. The Dakota Dreams Online Tutoring Program offers FREE online tutoring to K-12 students across the state. One-on-one tutoring sessions can help students with their homework, tackle specific trouble areas, and address broader educational concepts.


Band & Chorus Updates
Band Updates: 
Jr/Sr Band Trip - January 26-28 to Minneapolis


Counseling Corner
Important Dates:
January 1st - March 31st - Build Dakota Scholarship opens at tech schools 
Southeast Technical College - TBD
January 19th - Lake Area Technical College at 9:00am
April 17th - Spring ACT Test for interested sophomores, juniors, & seniors 

This link to "A Junior's Guide to College Prep" made by the SDBOR, is helpful information for juniors who are looking at going to college after high school. 

Central Electric Cooperative proudly engages in youth educational initiatives to help develop future leaders. In 2024, the cooperative will continue to support area youth through the National Rural Electric Association (NRECA) Youth Tour and our annual scholarship program. 
Washington, D.C. Youth Tour for H.S. Juniors
The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) and Central Electric invite high school juniors to apply for this educational trip to Washington, D.C.
The educational journey takes place June 15-22, 2024, and travel expenses are paid by participating cooperatives. Attendees will learn about government, cooperative philosophy and rural electrification in our nation's capital.
Applicants must be high school juniors during the 2023-2024 school year who permanently reside in Aurora, Brule, Buffalo, Davison, Hanson, Jerauld, Miner or Sanborn County of South Dakota. They do not need to be cooperative members to apply. Children and dependents of cooperative directors and employees are not eligible to participate.
 
Central Electric can send one student per county. Outstanding juniors chosen as Youth Tour delegates must obtain signed parental consent to attend. The application includes the following short-answer question: What moment in American history do you wish you had been a part of, and how would you have contributed?
Interested students should visit www.centralec.coop/youth-tour  to learn more. Applications are accepted until Feb. 1.
Scholarship Opportunities for H.S. Seniors
Central Electric is offering the following scholarships to children and legal dependents of cooperative members:
  • $1,000 Basin Electric Power Cooperative Scholarship (Must be the legal dependent of a member with primary residence served by Central Electric Cooperative) 
  • $1,000 Jay Headley Memorial Scholarship (Must be the legal dependent of a member with primary residence served by Central Electric Cooperative and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in an agriculture-related field)
Interested students can access scholarship applications and eligibility details online at www.centralec.coop/scholarships. Applications are accepted until Feb. 1.
Deadline Feb. 1
Eligible students should submit scholarship and Youth Tour applications by Feb. 1, 2024. Central Electric is a member-owned electric cooperative serving Aurora, Brule, Buffalo, Davison, Hanson, Jerauld, Miner and Sanborn Counties. Please call Tara Miller with any questions at 1-800-477-2892.


Community Corner

Community Play - Friday, February 16th @ 7:00pm and Sunday, February 18th @ 2:30pm.


Prairie View Healthcare has openings in their CNA (certified nursing assistant) classes in October and November.  If you are interested in employment at Prairie View or becoming a CNA, please reach out to Kayla (kayla.evans@empres.com) or click here to fill out an application.



Thursday, January 25
Red Day
BB practice @ SC - 3:30pm
GB vs Wessington Springs @ Woonsocket - JH B 4:30pm - JH A 5:15pm, JV 6:15pm, V 7:30pm. Game of the week on KOOL 98-3 will be broadcasting the game on 98.3 FM or online at kool98.com. 
WSWWW Triangular @ Burke - 5:30pm
Breakfast: Long John Donut, Cereal, Fruit, Juice & Milk
Lunch: Popcorn Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit, Salad Bar & Milk

Friday, January 26
White Day
JH GB/BB vs Hitchock/Tulare @ Hitchcock - 6:00pm
GB practice @ SC - 3:30pm
BB practice @ Woonsocket - 3:30pm
Larson 3rd/4th GB practice @ Woonsocket - 6:00pm
Breakfast: Waffles, Cereal, Fruit, Juice & Milk
Lunch: Grilled Ham & Cheese, Smile Potato, Fruit, Salad Bar & Milk

Saturday, January 27
BB Classic @ Irene
    9:00-Menno Vs. FA-Marion
    10:30-Scotland vs. Beresford
    12:00-A-H vs. AC/DC
    1:30-Deubrook vs. MVP
    3:00 Wolsey-Wess. vs. Hill City
    4:30-Leola-Fred. vs. Platte-Geddes
    6:00-Freeman vs. SC Woonsocket
    7:30-I-W vs. West Sioux
JH GB Tourney @ Corsica
    9:00am - Corsica/Stickney vs Ethan
    Game 2 - Mitchell Christian vs SCW
    Game 3 - Consolation
    Game 4 - Championship
WSWWW Lee Wolf Tournament @ Aberdeen - 9:30am

Sunday, January 28
4th BB vs Bridgewater/Emery @ Emery - 1:00pm

Monday, January 29
Red Day
JH GB/BB vs Ethan @ SC - 6:00pm
GB practice @ Woonsocket 3:30pm
BB practice @ SC - 3:30pm
Breakfast: Cereal, Fruit, Juice & Milk
Lunch: Teriyaki Chicken, Broccoli, Fruit, Salad Bar & Milk

Tuesday, January 30
White Day
GB/BB vs Ethan @ Ethan - C, JV, V - 4:00pm. GB C @ Main gym, BB C @ Aux gym.
Larson 5th/6th GB practice @ Woonsocket - 5:30pm
Breakfast: Mini Donuts, Cereal, Fruit, Juice & Milk
Lunch: Beef Soft Taco, Corn, Fruit, Salad Bar & Milk

Wednesday, January 31
Red Day
GB practice @ Woonsocket 3:30pm
BB practice @ SC - 3:30pm
Breakfast: Sausage Gravy & Biscuits, Cereal, Fruit, Juice & Milk
Lunch: BBQ Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Fruit, Salad Bar & Milk

Thursday, February 1
White Day
JH GB/BB 
GB practice @ Woonsocket 3:30pm
BB practice @ SC - 3:30pm
WSWWW Wrestling @ Miller - 4:00pm

Friday, February 2
Red Day
JH BB round robin @ Wolsey - TBD
GB practice @ Woonsocket 3:30pm
BB practice @ SC - 3:30pm

Saturday, February 3
GB/BB vs WW @ Wolsey - 12pm Girls JV, 1pm Boys JV, 2:15pm Girls V, 3:45pm Boys V


To add anything to the announcements, please contact sarah.swenson@k12.sd.us.

  

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