Department of Education seeks nominations for 2026 SPED Staff of the Year!
Parents or guardians may nominate SPED teachers, SPED directors, speech/language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, or paraprofessionals who made an outstanding impact in their child’s education and have served in their profession for three or more years.
Nominations are due Jan. 9 and the announcement will be at the South Dakota SPED Conference in Sioux Falls on March 4.
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Thursday’s playoff state semifinals action across the state cut the field in half, leaving just a few contenders still in the hunt for a state championship. Sturgis Brown High School is among the four remaining teams in Class AA and will face Yankton on Friday, November 7.
To watch the game LIVE, visit the link provided: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/yankton-high-school-yankton-sd
Let’s show our Scooper pride! Join us as we cheer on our team before they head out for the state semifinals. Students, staff, and community members are invited to line up and give the team a spirited send-off. Let’s make some noise and show our support — go Scoopers! ❤️🤍🖤
Important information about the Federal Gov't Shutdown! If you are a federal employee who is not receiving your full pay, you may apply for free or reduced lunches!
This week, we celebrate Amy Conover! Since the fall of 2024, she has single-handedly taken on the role of two school psychologists! Behind the scenes, she has made a profound impact on so many of the children we serve. I often marvel at the level of thought and care she puts into each evaluation — knowing her work truly follows a student for a lifetime.
THANK YOU, Amy, for being the cornerstone of our Special Services Department and a true example of excellence!
Your Sturgis Scoopers will host a first-round football playoff game tomorrow, Thursday, October 30, at Woodle Field. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m.
Because this is a South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA) playoff event, a few important reminders:
💵Admission: $7 for adults and $5 for students (set by the SDHSAA Board of Directors).
All fans, including Meade School District students and children, must pay admission. Season passes are not valid for playoff games.
Event Guidelines: Signs, banners, flags, noise makers, and balls are not allowed at SDHSAA playoff games. Only official signage approved by the SDHSAA, Bands of the Day, or media outlets is permitted.
📣Let’s pack Woodle Field, cheer loud, and show our Scooper pride as the team kicks off postseason play!
Go Scoopers!
As we head into our final home regular-season football game before the playoffs, I want to thank you for your continued support of Scooper Activities. This week’s matchup against Spearfish is an important one with postseason implications, as well as Go Gold and Senior Night. We’re expecting a great atmosphere and a very large crowd.
With that in mind, we’re asking for your assistance during the game. In recent weeks, we’ve had a number of younger students gathering near the concession and restroom areas or leaving the field to play in the park. For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, we ask that if your child attends the game, they stay with you in the stands to watch and cheer on the Scoopers.
Please also remind your child to leave balls and other play equipment at home to help reduce congestion and distractions around the complex.
We appreciate your help in keeping our events safe, enjoyable, and focused on supporting our student-athletes. The far west section of the bleachers will be available for families with middle school or elementary students.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support—let’s make it a great night for Scooper football!
Go Scoopers!
Mr. Jade Temple
Activities Director
Sturgis Brown High School
Sturgis Lions Club is challenging ALL Meade 46-1 schools! The Sturgis Lions Club will match every dollar raised up to $1,500! Reach out to your building secretary or SRO, Jennifer Ness.
