Today we’re celebrating the incredible people who keep every part of our district running—front offices, food service, activities, buildings & grounds, payroll, special services, technology, health services and beyond.
You’re the planners, problem-solvers, and behind-the-scenes heroes who somehow have the answer before the question is even finished. We appreciate you more than coffee… and that’s saying a lot!
That being said, take the rest of the day off, you deserve it! Just kidding, get back to work! We can't function without you! :)
Join us TODAY, Wednesday, April 15 at 6:00 PM (School Board Room, Williams Administrative Building) to learn more, ask questions, and meet our team!
The Homeschool Connection Program offers K–8 students curriculum and academic support tailored to their needs—while keeping the flexibility of your at-home schedule.
Learn more/apply: https://www.meade.k12.sd.us/o/wes/page/homeschool-connection-program
📢 The second window for Open Enrollment into the Meade School District for the 2026-27 school year is open!
🗓️ Don’t miss your chance—be sure to submit your application now!
For more information and to access the application, visit the district website.
#WeAreMeade461 #OpenEnrollment #EducationOpportunity
📚🚨 HELP WANTED: BOOK HERO 🚨📚
Sturgis Elementary is hiring a Library Paraprofessional—part librarian, part detective, part magician ✨
💼 You’ll:
• Help kids find the perfect book
• Track down “missing” books 👀
• Shelve like a Dewey Decimal ninja 🥷
😂 You’re a fit if you:
• Love kids + books
• Can answer 20 questions at once
• Think library chaos is kinda fun
📅 Apply now—before we make the books do the job!
#NowHiring #LibraryLife #BookHero
📚🚨 HELP WANTED: BOOK HERO 🚨📚
Sturgis Elementary is hiring a Library Paraprofessional—part librarian, part detective, part magician ✨
💼 You’ll:
• Help kids find the perfect book
• Track down “missing” books 👀
• Shelve like a Dewey Decimal ninja 🥷
😂 You’re a fit if you:
• Love kids + books
• Can answer 20 questions at once
• Think library chaos is kinda fun
📅 Apply now—before we make the books do the job!
#NowHiring #LibraryLife #BookHero
🚨 Reminder! 🚨
School Board Petitions are due TODAY — Tuesday, March 24, 2026 — by 5:00 PM!
📍 Turn in to the Business Office
🏢 Williams Administrative Building
📌 1230 Douglas Street, Sturgis, SD
Don’t miss the deadline!
🌟 Building Level Support Staff of the Year 🌟
We are proud to recognize the support staff for their hard work, dedication, and the incredible support you provide to students, staff, and our school community every day!
Austin Murtha – SES
👏Food Service Worker | 1 Year With The District
Samantha Spear – PVE
👏Head Administrative Assistant | 11 Years With The District
Lynsy Brink – Rural
👏Paraprofessional | 4 Years With The District
Cindy Ferguson – SWMS
👏Head Administrative Assistant | 20 teacher, 9 admin assistant Years With The District
Judy Weisz– SBHS
👏Registrar | 6 Years With The District
Lexi Ridley – WW
👏Administrative Assistant | 2 Years With The District
Tina Brengle – Curriculum & Tech Department
👏Administrative Assistant | 8 Years With The District
🌟 Building Level Teacher of the Year 🌟
We are proud to recognize the dedication and impact of these outstanding educators and staff members in our district:
Allison Schubauer – SES
📚 2nd Grade Title I Intervention Teacher | 11 Years in Education
Rebecca Weber – PVE
📚 3rd Grade Teacher | 30 Years in Education
Tammy Gilbert – Rural
📚 K-8 Teacher | 4 Years in Education
Mikayla Wilson – SWMS
📐 6th Grade Math Teacher | 5 Years in Education
Maria Hartung – SMS
🎓 Counselor (Grades 5-8) | 10 Years in Education
Deb Cano – SBHS
🎓 Math (Grades 9-12) | 23 Years in Education
The Superintendent's Office and Business Office will be OPEN on March 19. Offices will be CLOSED on March 20.
This week we’re celebrating the brave individuals who willingly attend extra meetings, read packets longer than a novel, consider a two-hour meeting a light night, and still show up smiling for our students and staff. 😄
Thank you for your time, your leadership, and for proving that “just one more agenda item” is never actually just one more agenda item. 👏
Give them a 👍, a 🙌, or their favorite: a short meeting agenda. 🎤 Stay tuned all week as we spotlight each board member with a quick interview!
🎉 It’s here!
The 2025–26 Annual Report for Meade School District 46-1 is now available. Take a look at the many achievements of our students and staff, plus highlights and statistics from the school year.
