Thursday, February 21, 2013

February 21, 2013

SANBORN CENTRAL E-NEWS
 
The CBH Academic Fest will be held at DWU in Mitchell on Wednesday. Congratulations to Sanborn Central’s CBH Academic Fest representatives: Tristen Wormstadt - Physics; Todd Stekl – Chemistry and American Government; Hannah Spelbring - Geometry and Literature III; Shelby Selland - Senior Math, American History and Grammar III; Morgan Selland - Grammar II and Algebra II; Jessica Schmit – Geometry, Literature III and Grammar IV; Ashley Schmit - Grammar II and Biology; Taylor Peck - Accounting I and Grammar I; Candace Page-Marten - Senior Math and Literature IV; Shane Nelson - World Geography; Rachelle Moore - Grammar IV, American Government and Literature IV; Dillon Moore - Physical Ccience; Logan Moody - Chemistry; Bailey Moody - Physical Science and Algebra I; Tamra Mann - Grammar I; Isaiah Kruger - World Geography; Tom Hetland - Accounting I; Joe Hetland - American History; Josh Feiner - Algebra I; Brittney Davis-Schacht - Grammar IV; and Jarid Bechen - Biology and Algebra II. 
 
Correction to printed basketball practice schedule: Next week boys will practice in Woonsocket and girls at Sanborn Central.
 
The Boys Basketball Team will be taking orders for new Under Armour pullovers (windjackets). They are a top-of-the-line lightweight pullover with lining. They will be black in color with white trim and will have a left chest embroidery with SCW Blackhawks. If you would like to place an order, contact Rod Weber at rod.weber@k12.sd.us or 605-796-4431 by Monday, February 25. The cost will be around $55.00 each (depending on shipping costs) and will arrive in about 2-3 weeks. Sizes Small-3XL available. Payment will be collected when shipment arrives.
 
Soccer signup sheets are being sent home with students in grades PK-5 this week. Registration forms need to be returned to the office no later than Tuesday, March 5. MS and HS students wishing to play should stop in the office for a form. There have also been inquiries as to whether we would have interest in teams U14-U19 to play in the area. If any students are interested, please sign up and they’ll see if they can perhaps field a team. In the following SC Google Drive folder you will find a Spring Soccer Parent Letter, Registration Form, and Age Chart.
 
 
Soccer coaches are needed! If interested, please see Mary in the school office.
 
Today’s FFA Week Fact: There are 25 FFA Career Development Events (CDE’s), such as Prepared Public Speaking, Agricultural Business Management, Parliamentary Procedure, Food Science and Technology, Marketing Plan and Livestock Evaluation, that assist students in developing leadership skills and discovering career opportunities.
 
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TODAY - THURSDAY:
 
FFA Week Activities for Thursday: Farm Safety (visits to each classroom); Dress Like a Farmer Day; Butter Braids for teachers (left in teachers’ lounge)
 
Basketball practice: Boys at Sanborn Central
 
Eligibility and Homework Club will be calculated today.
 
The District 9B Girls’ Championship game will be played at 7:00 p.m. tonight against James Valley Christian at the Huron Arena.
 
According to KOKK Radio’s website at www.kokk.com, they will be broadcasting tonight’s game from the Huron Arena.
 
The winner from tonight’s game will advance to the Region 5 championship against the District 10B winner on Friday, March 1.
 
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FRIDAY:
 
FFA Week Activities for Friday: Ag Olympics for 15 minutes at the end of the day in the gym; Wear Blue and Gold Day
 
Basketball practice: Girls at Woonsocket, Boys at Sanborn Central
 
CTEs will be held on Friday.
 
The Middle School Valentine’s Coronation and Dance will be held at Sanborn Central on Friday (weather permitting). The Coronation will start at 6:30 p.m. with the dance to follow until 9:30 p.m.
 
FFA students need to turn their State Convention and Spring CDE agreements in to Mr. Gross by Friday morning. Students will not be allowed to go to CDE schools until the agreements are turned in. Extra copies are available from Mr. Gross. Any students intending to go to the Redfield CDEs should sign up by Friday morning on the sheet in Mr. Gross’ classroom.
 
Parents who are unable to attend parent-teacher conferences last week may contact their student’s teachers via phone or e-mail. Students in grades 6-12 will be given bonus points in the classes that their parents confer. The deadline for bonus points will be Friday.
 
In an attempt to determine how many will be playing in the community summer ball programs, Intent to Play forms have been sent home with eligible students. The maximum age for a boy is 12 years old on May 1, 2013. The maximum age for girls is 14 on January 1, 2013. Forms are due back at the school by Friday. The form can also be found online by following this link:
 
 
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SATURDAY:
 
The first round of the District 9B Boys’ Basketball Tournament will be held on Saturday. The only game will be Wessington Springs (#4) vs. Iroquois (#5) at Wessington Springs on Saturday night at 7:00 p.m. The Blackhawks will be playing on Tuesday at the Huron Arena in the second round against Wolsey/Wessington at 5:30 p.m. (following JVC vs. the winner of Saturday’s game at 4:00 p.m.)
 
There will be an information-sharing session on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at the Letcher Community Center to find out how to be a part of “Bountiful Baskets,” a co-op that will allow those interested to get fresh produce delivered locally at a good price from small growers. A light breakfast will be served by the Community Development Foundation. Contact Amanda Chada at mamchada@santel.net for more details. To begin training to be a volunteer site coordinator prior to the meeting, call Dave or Christie Ruml. For more information about Bountiful Baskets, visit www.bountifulbaskets.org
 
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MONDAY:
 
Basketball practice: Boys at Woonsocket, Girls at Sanborn Central
 
Cheerleading practice: Sanborn Central
 
The Boys Basketball Team will be taking orders for new Under Armour pullovers (windjackets). They are a top-of-the-line lightweight pullover with lining. They will be black in color with white trim and will have a left chest embroidery with SCW Blackhawks. If you would like to place an order, contact Rod Weber at rod.weber@k12.sd.us or 605-796-4431 by Monday. The cost will be around $55.00 each (depending on shipping costs) and will arrive in about 2-3 weeks. Sizes Small-3XL available. Payment will be collected when shipment arrives.
 
There will be a meeting in the Woonsocket School Commons on Monday at 6:30 p.m. for parents and their students who are interested in participating in Youth Football in Wessington Springs starting in August 2013. This is for grades 3-6 for the 2013-2014 school year. (See below under Reminders for more information.)
 
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TUESDAY:
 
There will be NAEP testing for Grades 8 and 12 on Tuesday. Seniors need to be at school by 9:30 a.m.
 
The Blackhawks will be playing on Tuesday at the Huron Arena in the second round of the District 9B Boys’ Tournament against Wolsey/Wessington at 5:30 p.m. (following JVC vs. the winner of Saturday’s game at 4:00 p.m.)
 
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WEDNESDAY:
 
Several Sanborn Central students will be competing in the DWU Academic Fest in Mitchell on Wednesday.
 
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REMINDERS:
 
Dakota State University (DSU) would like to remind Seniors that March 1 is the deadline for their general scholarship application. Get more information at www.dsu.edu/financial-aid/scholarships.aspx. Students are encouraged to fill out the 5-minute application even if may decide on a different school later on.
 
Mitchell High School will be holding their Spring 2013 ACT Prep Courses on March 19, March 25, April 2, and April 9. They will be covering Reading, Math, Science and English with a practice (scored) exam and test-taking tips. Cost is $45.00. Contact Mrs. Whitney for more information. Register early to be sure to have a book when the first course starts.
 
The Sanborn Central School District has the following vacancies for the 2013-2014 school year: Head Volleyball Coach for SCW Coop; Assistant Football Coach for WWSSC Coop; Head Football Coach for WWSSC Coop. Applications will be taken until Monday, March 4. Send resume and letter of application to Supt. Linda Whitney, Sanborn Central Schools, 40405 SD Hwy 34, Forestburg SD 57314. For more information call 605-495-4183 or email linda.whitney@k12.sd.us. The Sanborn Central School District is an equal opportunity employer.
 
The Wessington Springs School District announces the following staff vacancies (appropriate certification is required): Assistant Track Coach; Head Volleyball Coach; Assistant Volleyball Coach; Head Football Coach; Assistant Football Coach; Head Wrestling Coach; Assistant Wrestling Coach. Send a letter of application indicating the position or positions interested in and what skills make you a quality candidate to: Supt. Lance Witte, P.O. Box 449, Wessington Springs SD 57382 by Monday, March 4. The Wessington Springs School District is an equal opportunity employer.
 
Wessington Springs is exploring the possibility of starting a youth football program in conjunction with its coop partner schools Woonsocket and Sanborn Central. To get started they need to determine how much interest there would be in such a program. With enough interest this youth program would take place in Wessington Springs beginning in August 2013. This opportunity is for students in grades 3-6 for the 2013-14 school year. Note that this program is not a school sponsored activity, so there will be a small fee for participating to offset equipment upkeep. If interested, parents and athletes are asked to attend a youth football meeting on Monday, February 25 at 6:30 p.m. in the commons area of the Woonsocket School. If a parent cannot attend but their child is interested in playing, please contact Nathan Hainy at 605-339-1432 or nathan.hainy@k12.sd.us.
 
With the basketball tournaments upon us, the Blackhawk Cheerleaders would like to remind everyone of the following Tournament Rules that are set by the South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA). These rules apply to all district, region and state events.
 
1. Banners and signs of all kinds are prohibited
2. All types of noisemakers are prohibited
3. Paper confetti and silly string are prohibited
4. Balloons are prohibited
5. Megaphones are prohibited except by a Cheerleader
6. Human tunnels created by students and/or adults are prohibited
7. Laser pointers are prohibited and will be confiscated
8. Students are asked not to stand on the seats
9. All fans must wear shirts – Body paint is not allowed for either students or adults
10. The following ARE permitted: Face paint, pennants, number one fingers, foam noodles, homer hankies, rooter poms, etc.
 
Please help support our cheerleaders and players by using good sportsmanship in cheering our teams to a victory. Good luck Blackhawk cheerleaders, players and coaches!
 
Here’s a link to more information and the necessary forms for the upcoming Young Hearts Screening in March:
 
More information on Sanborn Central’s mobile app can be found at www.sanborncentral.com.
 
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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
 
Photography is a major force in explaining man to man.
 
- Edward Steichen
 
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DAILY WORKOUT:
(The links below lead to many of the items that were contained in last year’s e-News, plus a few more worthwhile sites.)
 
ASK’s Question of the Day: http://www.ask.com/questionoftheday
 
NASA’s Image of the Day: http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/IOTD
 
(after 30 second ad)
 
The New York Times Learning Network: http://learning.blogs.nytimes.com
 
Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
 
Math Buddy’s Question of the Day: http://www.mathbuddyonline.com/common/mbqad.html
 
 
National Geographic’s Daily GeoBee: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/geobee/quiz/today
 
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CONTACT:
 
Questions, comments, additions: Sherri at stekl@santel.net or to sanborncentral@gmail.com.
 
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