Friday, February 22, 2013

February 22, 2013

SANBORN CENTRAL E-NEWS
 
Congratulations to the Lady Blackhawks on their win over James Valley Christian last night, 81-43, making them the District 9B champions. They will be playing in the Region 5 championship game against the winner of District 10B (to be decided Saturday) at the Huron Arena on Friday, March 1 (time yet to be decided).
 
Leaders from last night’s game: Rachelle Moore – 14 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists; Morgan Selland – 14 points, 3 assists; Rachel Selland – 12 points, 5 rebounds, 3 blocked shots; Shelby Selland – 12 points, 5 rebounds; Marissa Weber – 10 points, 6 rebounds, 4 blocked shots; Myah Selland – 7 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists; Ashley Schmit – 6 points; Tayla Weber – 4 points; Candace Page-Marten – 2 points.
 
There is a Pep Rally planned for next Friday in Woonsocket for the girls starting at 2:30 p.m. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
 
Here’s a link to a picture of what the pullovers look like that the Boys’ Basketball Team are taking orders for. Orders are due on Monday (see info under MONDAY, below).
 
 
Intent to Play forms are due back at the school today for those interested in playing youth baseball or softball this summer. You can also email your intent to Mary at mary.ackman@k12.sd.us.
 
The Middle School update letters for next week can be found by following the link on the Middle School page at www.sanborncentral.com.
 
Tom Fridley and Lyle Collins would like to know if there is enough interest to host a spring gun safety course. This would be for any youth turning 12 before the end of the year. If interested, please contact Tom Fridley at sheriff@santel.net or Lyle Collins at 605-495-4121 no later than Friday, March 1.
 
Today’s FFA Week Fact: As FFA chapters across the nation celebrate National FFA Week, your local FFA chapter would like to say thank you for your continued support. It is because of community members like yourself that FFA chapters and its members are able to succeed.
 
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TODAY - 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 for today have been cancelled.
 
The Middle School Valentine’s Coronation and Dance will be held at Sanborn Central tonight. 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 today. 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 today on the sheet in Mr. Gross’ classroom.
 
Parents who were 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 is today.
 
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 today. 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. 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.
 
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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:
 
Basketball practice: Boys at Woonsocket, Girls at Sanborn Central
 
Several Sanborn Central students will be competing in the DWU Academic Fest in Mitchell on Wednesday.
 
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THURSDAY:
 
The District 9B Boys’ Basketball Tournament championship game will be held on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at the Huron Arena.
 
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REMINDERS:
 
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.
 
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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VACANCIES:
 
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.
 
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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
 
There's nothing better than a good friend, except a good friend with chocolate!
 
- Linda Grayson
 
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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.
 
Sanborn Central e-News blog/archives: http://sanborncentralenews.blogspot.com