Rural Schools

Early dismissal: Wednesday, November 5 @ 2:00 PM for staff safety training. CMCS buses will run at that time.

🇺🇸 Veterans Day Program-- You’re all invited to join us for our Veterans Day Program at CMCS on Tuesday, November 11 at 2:00 PM. Let’s come together to honor and celebrate the service and sacrifices of our veterans. We look forward to seeing you there!

Governor Larry Rhoden and First Lady Sandy stopped by their hometown of Union Center this week to visit with students from our rural schools. It’s always special when our leaders take time to connect with the students and communities where their own stories began.
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🍂 Fall Fest Fun for All! 🎯🎨 Fun was had by young and old at last week’s Fall Fest! From face painting and fishing to the cake walk, scarecrow crafts, Plinko, darts, hay ride, and the dunk tank…there was something for everyone to enjoy! A big hats off to Mr. Schuelke, Miss Marr, and Lincoln for bravely taking the plunge in the dunk tank! 💦 🤩Thank you to all our sponsors and CMCS Parent Club for making this fun community event possible! We appreciate you!

🌟 Thank you, CMCS Parents Club! You do so much behind the scenes to create joy, connection, and community…our schools are better because of you! 🤗

Rural Homecoming Fun! Central Meade School was full of spirit as we celebrated Homecoming! On Thursday, September 18, Sturgis Brown High School royalty visited and shared with us the importance of leadership and being involved in school activities. We even practiced some cheers to get ready for the big Pep Rally! Friday kicked off with an energetic Pep Rally that got Hereford and CMCS students fired up for the parade and football game. Students enjoyed fun team-building games before heading to Sturgis to decorate our very first Homecoming float! This year’s parade theme was Disney, and we proudly represented 101 Rural Meade Students—all dressed as Dalmatians and showing off our creative dog houses designed during STEAM. Each of our five rural schools painted and decorated a dog house to represent their school. After the parade, some students stayed to cheer on the Sturgis Scoopers while others returned to school. It was a fantastic day filled with school spirit, teamwork, and laughter. A huge thank-you to all the teachers and staff who helped make this day such a memorable one!

🍂🍁Get ready for some fun at the 3rd Annual Fall Fest this Thursday, October 9 from 3:30-6:00 @ CMCCC! Everyone is welcome!

🌟 Safety Day 2025! 🌟 All of our Rural Meade schools gathered at Central Meade School for our annual Safety Day! A huge thank-you to Amy Cammack for sharing her expertise on horse and four-wheeler safety, Shawn Barber for tractor safety, Cody Weyer and Bret Wilcox for fire safety, and Deputy Ness for school safety. 👏 We appreciate each of you for taking the time to teach our students how to stay safe at school, on the ranch, and in our community! 🚜🐴🔥👮‍♂️

Get a head start…check those closets and plan your dress up days for Homecoming this week! 👗🩺 🤠

📸 Picture Day is Thursday, September 11 from 8:00-10:00 AM. ✅ Order online at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVT48BZ3K. ✅ Order by midnight on Picture Day for FREE shipping! 📸Students may also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. 💻 Please note: Orders placed after Picture Day must be made online only at mylifetouch.com.

All Meade School District 46-1 schools will have a 2 hour late start on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 due to staff professional development. Buses will be running two hours later than normal.

🎭 Dakota Players are coming Sept. 8–12! 🌟 Open to all rural K–8 students – FREE to participate! 📅 Schedule: Mon, Sept. 8-Fri, Sept. 12: Auditions Monday @ 4:00 pm (with workshop & first rehearsal) 🤩Fri, Sept. 12: Performances @ 4:00 & 6:00

Dental Bus Coming to Sturgis Elementary! The Delta Dental Mobile Program is coming to Sturgis Elementary September 15-19, 2025. They provide dental exams, preventive services, cleanings, and cavity fillings at no charge for students who have not seen a local dentist in over 2 years, or those who live more than 85 miles from the nearest dentist. Prioritization will be given to children without private dental insurance or a home dentist.​ If you are interested in having your child visit the dental bus, please contact the office at 605-347-2386. Paperwork must be completed and given to the school nurse to schedule your child. This service is open to all students in Meade School District. https://forms.gle/BFSbwb1af5CDPPtB8

📚✏️ School Supply Lists Are Here—That Means School Is Almost Back! 🎒🍎 Can you believe it? The countdown to the first day of school has begun! School supply lists are officially out, and it's time to stock up on everything from crayons and pencils to notebooks and backpacks. ✨ Whether you're a parent, student, or teacher, there's something exciting about fresh supplies and the feeling of a new year full of possibilities. 💡📘 Let’s get ready to make this year the best one yet! 💪🎉 https://www.meade.k12.sd.us/o/rs/live-feed#9256273

🌞📅 Summer’s Winding Down—Time to Mark Those Calendars! 🍂✏️ It’s hard to believe, but summer break is almost over! While there are still a few weeks left to soak up the sunshine, it’s also time to start thinking about the school year ahead. 🏫 Be sure to check our rural achool calendar and mark those important dates—first day of school, open house, picture day, early releases, and more. https://www.meade.k12.sd.us/o/msd/page/school-calendars

📚✏️ 2025–2026 School Supply Lists Are Here! 🎒📓 We just wrapped up a fantastic school year, but we know many of you like to plan ahead, so we’re excited to share the 2025–2026 school supply lists! Getting a head start on school supplies is a great way to ease into summer while feeling prepared for fall. Thank you for staying ahead and supporting your child’s success! If you have any questions, feel free to call the office.

Rural Meade Short Round Qualifiers at State Junior High Rodeo...Hadley Matt was State Average Champion and overall State Champion in Chute Dogging. Cooper Cobb was State Average Champion and overall State Champion in Calf Roping. Ruger Spring finished 13th in Chute Dogging. Good luck to Cooper and Hadley who are headed to Nationals in Des Moines, Iowa on June 22-28! 🤠😄